Best Scene World Magazine Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. #221 - Repterrra with Carl Chute

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Liking games like Sim City and missing such vibes while liking the pre-historic dinosaurs as a setting? Then Repterra might be the upcoming RTS game for you! We have a chat with its creator Carl Chute and talk about the process of making the game - and indie game dev in general - enjoy! :)The interview starts at minute 6:50 into the podcast.…

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Monty Don's Great British gardens behind the scenes 29:54

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Discover what goes on behind the TV scenes with Monty Don as he talks to Nicki Chapman at BBC Gardeners' World Live in June 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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OKAN: Joy as Resistance, Rhythm as Home 27:25

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Show Notes Backstage Bay Area welcomes the vibrant Afro-Cuban duo, OKAN—Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne—for an inspiring discussion about music, identity, and resilience. In this episode, host Steve Roby dives deep with OKAN as they share: Their humble start at making music in a Toronto basement and finding their creative voices. The meani…

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Monty Don on pruning advice and when to cut back or not 36:02

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A fair amount of cutting back and pruning takes places at Longmeadow. Monty Don explains when it all happens and why, and clarifies when plants should be cut back and when to leave them. Along with making sure you have the correct tool for the job, he also discusses the importance of using the right gardening kit and techniques - and reassures tha…

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Dominique Fils-Aimé: Jazz as Freedom, Healing, and Connection 25:07

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Show Notes Backstage Bay Area welcomes Montreal-based, award-winning singer-songwriter Dominique Fils-Aimé. In this episode, Dominique shares her creative journey, the healing power of music, and the inspiration behind her latest works, including her new single "Keep On Shining" and her first live album, Live at the Montreal International Jazz Fest…

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Board of Directors Awards 8th Military World Summer Games 2027 to the US 6:17

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The International Military Sports Council proudly announces that the 8th CISM Military World Summer Games 2027 will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina. This landmark decision, made by the CISM Board of Directors on Saturday, March 29th, marks the highly anticipated return of the Military World Summer Games after an eight-year hiatus since Wuha…

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Autumn Trailer 0:58

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As we head into autumn, enjoy a new series of the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine podcast for gardening inspiration and motivation. Join me and some of the UK’s most loved and respected gardening experts as we discuss whether to ‘cut back or not’, how to enjoy the harvest, gather seeds, and look after your soil. We also uncover how to bridge the gap …

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Uncharted Frequencies (08-28-25) Back to School w/ DK, R² & Blue Moon Estates! 2:02:34

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Welcome back fellow Bobcats as well as new and returning students! I hope summer was relaxing as walking through a vintage store with your partner... like Blue Moon Estates! The beginning of this show is a bit ShAkY from DiStOrTeD AuDiO FiLeS. The agenda for our show... First hour: DK The Puff Kid (Duane King) & R² (aka IZA from TXST) dive into mus…

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Travel Tales - Madrid 9:21

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Madrid is a beautiful place to explore. Located in the Tajuña Valley, there are many viewpoints where you can look for miles across the landscape and Madrid is home to many Judas trees. The parks are full of them, and they line the sides of many streets. Their beautiful hot pink blooms and almost haunting dark bean pods were everywhere. It was trul…

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Episode 180 - The critical distance between the reader and the action. 27:02

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The reader is like a camera as the scene unfolds. Where should that camera be? How far away from the characters and the action? Here are thoughts on authorial distance, about the benefits of placing the camera--the reader--near or far. Plus, how Charlotte Bronte worked. Support the showBy James Thayer

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Catholic guilt, 00s women's magazines and being the main character with Alison Spittle 57:41

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This week Amy and Harriet are joined by the utterly hilarious Alison Spittle, who answers questions like how do you become the main character in your own life? Has anything really changed since the toxic messaging in 00s women’s magazines? And what really happens when you combine a boy in a car, a dock leaf, and a goose? Catch Alison's brand new sh…

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Making the most of a tiny space with Frances Tophill 26:57

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Embracing the multi-functionality of a small gardening space, Frances Tophill offers design ideas for your gardening area to reach it's full potential. With tips and advice for how to utlise tiny plots through clever design, including recycling ideas and how to use the space for all growing possibilities. Recorded live at BBC Gardeners' World Live …

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LabRats at SFJAZZ: Groove Experiments and the Mwandishi Connection 26:54

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Show Notes On this episode of Backstage Bay Area, host Steve Roby chats with Jacob Swedlow, drummer and band leader of Sacramento’s jazz fusion group, LabRats. Jacob shares the story of how the band formed, their improvisational origins, and how the Sacramento music scene has influenced their sound. The conversation explores the creative process be…

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Lady Day Reimagined: Stella Heath’s Jazz Story 25:23

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Episode Summary: In this episode, host Steve Roby welcomes singer Stella Heath for an intimate look at the Billie Holiday Project—a heartfelt tribute to Lady Day’s music and legacy. Ahead of her performances at SF Jazz, Stella shares her journey from a musically rich upbringing in Petaluma, California, to her deep dive into jazz and acting, and how…

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Travel Tales - The Dolomite Mountains, Italy 9:44

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When I told an Italian friend we were going on holiday to the Dolomites, she told me it's her favorite place in the whole world, and yet word of its delights doesn't seem to have reached these shores yet. Breathtakingly beautiful, and a great destination to visit with the family in both summer and winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…

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Episode 179 - The critical writing techniques all in one episode. 27:15

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Here are the most important fiction writing techniques boiled down to twenty-five minutes. I've talked about all these elements in prior episodes but sometimes it's useful to hear things again. This episode is a refresher. Support the showBy James Thayer

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Dating in the workplace 34:55

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This week Amy and Harriet discuss the pros and cons of sh*tting where you eat AKA dating in the workplace. Isn’t it better to have your career in common? Is it awkward being your partner's boss? Or is spending too much time with a partner akin to spending too long in a rat-infested house? Single Ladies are recording a special LIVE edition of the po…

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ELEW: From Camden to ELEW Plays Sting at SFJAZZ 32:14

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Episode Summary Pianist Eric Lewis (ELEW) joins Backstage Bay Area to trace a path from a five-piano childhood in Camden, New Jersey, to the creation of Rockjazz, a career-shaping stint with {{Elvin Jones}}, and his latest project, ELEW Plays Sting. We explore how he translates songs like “Message in a Bottle” and “Walking on the Moon” for solo pia…

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Monty Don's favourite summer flowers 26:23

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Late summer bridges the lushness of summer and the early signs of autumn. Plants have grown and filled out, the borders are bursting and the garden is relaxed and full-grown. Monty Don discusses his flower borders at Longmeadow and how the Jewel Garden was created. Recorded live at BBC Gardeners' World Live in June. Learn more about your ad choices…

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Growing in urban spaces, with Hafsah Hafeji 37:46

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For some people living in the city means a private house and private space to grow plants and flowers of choice, but for many, especially those who live in flats on a budget and rented accommodation, access to a garden can be a real issue. East London based community gardener and nature educator, Hafsah Hafeji talks about her experience of growing…

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Ep. #220 - Analyzing ROMs with the HPMan

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In this episode, AJ, Joerg and our guest host Guilherme Chrinéa, dig deep into analyzing ROMs with the very famous HPMan! This will be super interesting, and especially for those who have waited for this for so many years to happen! :) Do not miss out! The interview starts at minute 52:39 into the podcast.…

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Travel Tales - Nantes 13:28

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The former capital of Brittany with medieval roots and a maritime past – and where American ragtime jazz first came to Europe – Nantes has transformed from 19th century industrial trading port to adapt its urban environment in a modern way, embracing art, culture and nature, bringing a vibrancy and fresh approach to city life, along with a side hel…

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Episode 178 - How to make readers laugh. 27:34

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We may be writing a comic novel or we may want to add humor to our thriller or romance or horror or literary novel. Humor adds a strong element to most any story. Joe Pesci as Tommy DeVito in Goodfellas: “Funny how? I mean, funny like I'm a clown? I amuse you? I make you laugh?" Well, yeah. Let's see how we can make readers laugh. Support the show…

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Reframing your dating goals and knowing anything could happen with Rosie Jones 1:12:57

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We are BACK from our summer holidays and to kick things off, Amy and Harriet are joined by comedian, actor, writer and dear friend Rosie Jones! Rosie shares her infinite wisdom and answers questions like: should marriage ever be your end goal? How do you avoid trauma dumping on your partner? And is monogamy just as simple as one-lady-yes-please-yum…

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Delightful dahlias, with Josie Lewis 48:27

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Loved for many reasons, dahlias bloom late into the season, often from midsummer to the first frost, and come in a fabulous range of shapes, sizes, and colours. With varieties ranging from small 2-inch blooms to outrageous dinner-plate-sized flowers that can span over 10 inches wide, dahlias can steal the show in any garden or bouquet. Perch Hill h…

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Anthony Wilson on House of the Singing Blossoms (Live Nonet) 44:31

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Guest: Anthony Wilson — guitarist, composer, bandleader Episode focus: Anthony’s new live double LP House of the Singing Blossoms (recorded at Sam First), the return of his nonet, and his upcoming SFJAZZ shows (Sept. 4–5; two shows nightly) in the Joe Henderson Lab. Episode Summary Guitarist–composer Anthony Wilson joins host Steve Roby to talk abo…

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Gardening for wildlife, with Adam Frost 42:06

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Discover how to create thriving, resilient environments that offer food, shelter, and habitats for countless species of wildlife, from bees and butterflies, to birds, hedgehogs, and even the hidden life in our soil with BBC Gardeners' World presenter Adam Frost. Diving into the fascinating world of gardening for wildlife and how to support biodiv…

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Travel Tales - Philadelphia, USA 9:38

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Did you know that Philadelphia is America's Garden Capital? The Philadelphia Flower Show is highlight of the North American horticultural calendar in March and the largest and oldest flower show in the world, with the area also offering inspiring gardens for biodiversity and encouraging wildlife. This podcast was recorded by Kay Mcguire. Pics ar…

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Episode 177 - The description double duty technique. 27:37

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Good descriptions of characters should do double duty: they can let the reader know what the character looks like and the description can also suggest something about the character's personality. Here are examples and thoughts on double duty descriptions. Also, how Alice Walker works. Support the show…

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Listener Letter: “I went on a date with a very frugal man” (Patreon Teaser) 2:51

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This week on Patreon a listener writes in about a date with a penny-pinching man, and it begs the age old question - on a date, who should pay? This is a preview of a Patreon episode. To hear the full episode and more listener stories like this, support the podcast and enjoy early and ad-free listening, BTS content and more, subscribe to our Patreo…

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Growing veg in my garden, with Giovanna Fletcher 40:12

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Many of us grow our own produce for sustainability and self-sufficiency, reducing reliance on store, brought items, and minimizing food waste, as well as to enjoy fresh homegrown produce. Author, podcast host, actress, and television presenter, Giovanna Fletcher, reveals her love of growing her own veg and the joy it brings to her and her family. …

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Silverset Shines with New Single 'Akamea' and Upcoming EP Rollout 17:17

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This week on Backstage Bay Area, Steve Roby sits down with Nikki Fruth and Jon Stenz from Silverset, a rising San Francisco indie rock trio making waves with their dreamy, energetic sound. The band, rounded out by guitarist Grant Hespeler, has quickly gained attention with their debut single “Wherever You Are, Wherever You Go,” which has already su…

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Charity Wakefield on her garden and environmental activism 50:59

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Charity Wakefield is an actress known for her roles in steamy period romp The Great. But she is also a passionate environmentalist and a keen gardener. She tells us about her love for her small London garden, her passion for woodlands and why she took to the streets dressed as a tree. She shares the steps she's taking to protect nature and how and …

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Travel Tales - Buckingham Palace Garden Tour 13:40

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Buckingham Palace has been home to our kings and queens since 1837 and is one of the most famous buildings in the world, but behind that grand facade lies a hidden paradise. At 39 acres, it is the largest private garden in London and less formal than you might imagine. Alan Titchmarsh explains how the garden has evolved through centuries of royal t…

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Art, Empathy & Resilience with CADY McCLAIN, Actor, Director, Writer, Artist, Musician - Highlights 11:20

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“I had to become the father of my family very young because my parents divorced when I was 12. My situation was a little bit unusual in that my father kind of disappeared, and I had been making a fair amount of money as a kid, doing commercials and television and film. We needed money, and I kind of became the breadwinner. But I had this amazing wo…

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Episode 176 - Inventing a fabulous title. 24:47

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The title is the book browser's first impression of our novel. The title should tempt the browser to pick up and open the book. Here are thoughts on how we can give our story a strong, enticing title. Also, how do famous authors edit their own manuscripts? Maybe we can learn from them the best way to self-edit our stories. Support the show…

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Trying to feel less hopeless when the world is f*cked 19:02

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We’re still on our summer holidays and we’ll be back VERY soon, but this week’s bonus episode is a little different. A simple chat about how life is going accidentally escalated into a conversation how awful things are in the world right now. It’s hard not to feel hopeless, but you’re not alone. Big love to everyone. Trigger Warning: In this episod…

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A Life in Acting with Emmy Award-winning Actor, Director, Writer CADY McCLAIN 1:06:02

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“I won my first Emmy when I was 21, which was the result of absolutely devoting myself day and night for two years to doing all the scene work. I attended classes simultaneously and did plays until my mother died. I studied with Michael Howard for eight years. Even when I was so tired I couldn't get up to do a scene, he would say, "Get up and do a …

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Unpredictable summers, with Adam Frost 40:27

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With decades of experience creating gardens for himself and others, Gardeners' World presenter and garden designer Adam Frost has seen how our summers have changed over the past few years. How should we now look at our outdoor spaces and can they be adapted in the face of extreme weather? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/…

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Songs of Solitude and Harmony: The Wildwoods Bring Nebraska to the Bay 24:43

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Show Notes: In this special episode of Backstage Bay Area, we head to Lincoln, Nebraska—home of the heartfelt folk-Americana trio The Wildwoods. Host Steve Roby sits down with Noah and Chloe Gose to discuss their upcoming album Dear Meadowlark, a project steeped in imagery of open roads, hometown nostalgia, and the poetic quietude of rural life. Th…

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Save money when gardening, with Anya Lautenbach 37:24

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Discover money-saving tricks for growing a beautiful, productive garden without breaking the bank, and how you can save money on your household shopping. Money-saving gardening expert, Anya Lautenbach, gives her top tips on everything from repurposing or upcycling everyday items, to choosing cost-effective crops, and the ins and outs of propagatin…

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Travel Tales - South Africa 10:56

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Learn more about the plants of the world and see them in their natural habitats on a trip to South Africa. From the edge of the desert to its neatly ordered vineyards, South Africa was a plant-lover’s dream and a country with fascinating lessons about its unique and beautiful flora. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

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Episode 175 - Writing funny dialogue. 25:48

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We can write dialogue that makes readers laugh. Here are thoughts on creating funny conversations between our characters. Plus, we don't need to have our character look into a mirror to describe herself, which has been done time and again. Here are ways to avoid the mirror. Support the showBy James Thayer

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Listener Letter: “He lives in London and I live in Manchester” (Patreon Teaser) 2:04

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This week on Patreon, a listener writes in about their long distance situationship. This is a preview of a Patreon episode. To hear the full episode and more listener stories like this, support the podcast and enjoy early and ad-free listening, BTS content and more, subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/singleladiesinyourarea We want to hear your…

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How to make a garden that excites all your senses, with Arit Anderson 37:41

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Arit Anderson discusses the importance of sight, sound, touch, taste, smell and even our sixth sense when it comes to gardening. Does your garden fire up your senses? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Growing edible flowers and herbs, with Sinead Fenton 53:03

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A surprising amount of flowers are not only edible, but also delicious and packed with nutrients. Edible flower and herb farmer Sinead Fenton shares how you can grow these delights in your garden. And she shares how she brings a positive narative to farming for the future through preserving natural resources and increasing pollinators. Learn more a…

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Travel Tales - Sicily, Italy 7:52

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A combination of rich history and archeological attractions all nestled within striking natural landscapes is what makes Sicily so special. The ancient temples are surrounded by centuries old olive trees, and in spring would be covered in blossoming almond trees. A wonderful place to spot native, tropical and sub-tropical species, the gardens r…