In The Grow

Swan Song

March 06, 2024 20:27 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MB

Hey Plant People, join us for the last time as we finish the last few minutes of our interview with Sustainable Food Center & La Cocina Alegre, followed by Vikram and I reminiscing about our time making In the Grow. If we leave you with anything let it be these great resources and encouragement to go out and plant something! Get growing, y'all! Much Love, Rachel & Vikram https://lubbockdreamcenter.org/pocket-pal/ https://doubleuptexas.org/ https://www.growingtogethertexas.org/ @sfcloca...

Sustainable Food Center & La Cocina Alegre

February 29, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes - 67.6 MB

Hi Plant People, this week we have three special guests from Sustainable Food Center & La Cocina Alegre. We talk about the work they're doing in our community and their Double-Up Food Bucks program! doubleuptexas.org @sfclocal @doubleup_westtx

Watering 101 & Warm season varieties

February 22, 2024 06:01 - 27 minutes - 63.8 MB

This week we're still talking about gardening basics, specifically watering and picking the right varieties of warm-season crops. 2 more episodes after this! They will be epic. With three guests from Sustainable Food Center and La Cocina Alegre, how could we go wrong? We can't. We're great and amazing, and we'll miss you.

Talking Topsoil

February 15, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MB

Hi Plant People, this week Vikram and I are talking a lot about topsoil. Did you know that topsoil is not the top!? I didn't. We'll also do a speed round, listing cool weather crops you should plant now before your summer garden. We've got 3 more episodes left, so please stay tuned. We're going out in style! <3 Thanks for supporting us.

Back to Basics

February 08, 2024 06:01 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MB

Hello Plant People, This week we’re getting back to basics. We cover a couple more listener questions and talk about things that will hopefully get you excited about your spring garden. Learn more about how to have a successful year of growing! We will miss you all, but stay tuned for a few more episodes!

Listener Questions

February 01, 2024 06:01 - 29 minutes - 67.8 MB

Hi Plant People! In the Grow is back for another season. We’re so excited for a spring full of great plant content and we’re kicking things off with an episode full of answers to listener questions. We will miss you guys! Only a few more episodes left.

O Christmas Tree & More

November 30, 2023 06:01 - 28 minutes - 64.4 MB

Ho-ho-ho! Let’s talk about Christmas tree farms. Learn about the differences between fresh-cut, live, and plastic trees, and some alternative, non-traditional decoration ideas that may fit you just right for the holidays.

Yams vs Sweet Potatoes

November 16, 2023 06:01 - 26 minutes - 61.7 MB

Thanksgiving is on the way, so it’s a great time to talk about sweet potatoes and yams. What’s the difference and how can you tell? Learn all about it on In the Grow! ~ We will take a break from new episodes next week, but we'll be back to wrap up the season the following week when we talk about Christmas Tree farms. ~

A Short-crust History of Pie

November 09, 2023 06:01 - 29 minutes - 67.5 MB

This week it’s one of Rachel’s most favorite things — the history of fruit pie! From ancient Egypt to American apple pie, we’re going to talk about where certain pies come from and where the fruits that fill them come from too. Go have some pie!

Goodnight, Garden

November 02, 2023 05:01 - 26 minutes - 61.4 MB

This week we’re saying, “Goodnight, Garden.” — It’s almost winter. The leaves are dropping. Plants are going dormant and you can too. Take a break with us.

Goth Gardening

October 26, 2023 05:01 - 28 minutes - 64.1 MB

Goth Gardening, ever heard of it? —It’s not just a phase, Mom— Learn about plants you can start in spring to give you some great black colors and bright pops of orange for your fall garden.

Fall & Winter Gardening

October 19, 2023 05:01 - 26 minutes - 61.4 MB

This week we’re talking about fall and winter gardening. Even though it’s been warm, it’s time to start thinking about what we can do during the cool season. Plus, find out our 3 P’s for winter gardening.

All About Alliums

October 12, 2023 05:01 - 28 minutes - 65.2 MB

Hello Plant People, this week is All About Alliums. From garlic to onions to shallots, we’re going to talk about all the different bulb plants you can put in your garden and in your food. Get to know your onion on In the Grow!

Asparagus and...

October 09, 2023 15:56 - 28 minutes - 66.2 MB

This week on In the Grow, we’re talking all about Asparagus — how to grow it and when to plant it. How poisonous is it? How do you eat it? When does it “fern out” and what weird family members does it have? P.S. We're back up and running as normal. Sorry about the hiccup in our content flow, the episodes that you would have gotten (including this one) over the last two weeks are now available!

Everything is Mustard

September 28, 2023 05:01 - 27 minutes - 61.8 MB

Hi, Plant People! This week is about how everything is mustard. Look around you. Look to your left, and to your right. There’s a good chance at least one of the things around you is mustard.

Propagation of Cuttings

September 21, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 60.8 MB

Yo, Plant People! This week we’re talking about the Propagation of Cuttings. Which plants are easier to propagate? What’s the right way and wrong way to do it? Learn how you can take plants from pretty much wherever and make more plants! Side note: There may be a small hiccup in our podcast scheduling over the next month. To stay up to date with our most recent episodes during that time you can visit https://radio.kttz.org/podcast/in-the-grow

Seedless Fruit

September 14, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes - 65.2 MB

Hi, Plant People! It’s another week of In the Grow, and we’re talking about seedless fruits. How they’re made, what we do with them, how we get more of them, and why you shouldn’t be scared of them. Also, exploding watermelons and why you shouldn’t be scared of them either! Side note: There may be a small hiccup in our podcast scheduling over the next month. To stay up to date with our most recent episodes during that time you can visit https://radio.kttz.org/podcast/in-the-grow

Plant Reproduction

September 07, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes - 66 MB

Hi, Plant People! It’s another week of In the Grow Plant School. This week is all about Plant Reproduction. What are ferns? What are gymnosperms? What are angiosperms? Why do they do the things they do and how do we get more plants?

Plant Life Cycles & Life Spans

August 31, 2023 05:01 - 27 minutes - 62.4 MB

We’re back and ready to go to school! Plant school! This week we’re starting with Plant Life Cycles & Life Spans. Join Plant Prof Vikram, and Plant Know-Nothing, Rachel to learn more.

Pondering Permaculture Part 2

May 25, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes - 62.3 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we continue our dive into Permaculture with part 2 of Pondering Permaculture. This is our last episode of the season, but we'll be back with new content in September! Until then, happy growing.

Pondering Permaculture Part 1

May 18, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 61.1 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, Vikram explains to me, and you, what Permaculture is... We examine what works and what maybe doesn't.

In the Grow Live - More about Gourds

May 11, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes - 110 MB

Hello Plant People! This week we're feeling GOURD-geous because we're sharing the recording from our recent In the Grow live event focusing on gourds.

Astrobotany

May 04, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 67.2 MB

Hello Plant People! May the force be with you! Because this week on In the Grow, we’re launching into Astrobotany. How do plants grow in zero gravity? Or without Earth’s natural microbiome? Find out with me, Rachel Boyd, and plant expert Vikram Baliga as we get in the grow.

Katy’s Questions

April 27, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we're answering Katy's questions. She wrote to us and we're responding! We'll be talking about roses, desert willow, and lavender. :)

Earth Day & More

April 20, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes - 62.9 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we're digging into the founding of Earth Day and the changes this celebration has inspired.

A Spot of Tea

April 13, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 67.5 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we’ve got a spot of tea for you. We take a brief dive into the history of tea and the different types of tea.

Pollinators

April 06, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MB

Lions, and tigers, and bears, oh my! How about bees, butterflies, bats, and more! Hello Plant People, this week we're talking about pollinators.

Garden Myths

March 30, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutes - 76.3 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we're myth-busting. We weed out which garden myths hold truth and which are pure bologna.

All About Saffron and Meraki Meadows

March 23, 2023 05:00 - 39 minutes - 90.1 MB

Hello Plant People! This week we're joined by Karl McDonald of Meraki Meadows to talk all about saffron, and how his family is growing it right here in West Texas! Learn more about Meraki Meadows by visiting their website https://txsaffron.com/

Plants of Ireland

March 16, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 78.7 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we're celebrating St. Patrick's day with Plants of Ireland. We talk about the history of ancient Irish forests, shamrocks versus clovers, and more. Music - "A Barrel Of Knives - Young Waters-Tone Rowe's - Leg Of The Duck" by Roger Landes

Chatting with Nick Nowicki of Good Earth Recycling Part 2

March 09, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes - 72.4 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we pick up where we left off last week in our conversation with Nick Nowicki of Good Earth Recycling.

Chatting with Nick Nowicki of Good Earth Recycling Part 1

March 02, 2023 06:00 - 29 minutes - 66.9 MB

Hello Plant People! This week we sit down with Nick Nowicki of Good Earth Recycling. In part one of our chat we talk about the process of recycling materials and how through business we can make a global impact.

Starting Seeds

February 23, 2023 06:00 - 26 minutes - 60.7 MB

Hello Plant People! This week we discuss starting seeds indoors, including advice on how and why you should consider it.

House Plant Care

February 16, 2023 06:01 - 29 minutes - 67.8 MB

Hello Plant People! This week we’re bringing you basic house plant care with an overview of lighting, soil, and watering.

Valentine’s Episode

February 09, 2023 06:01 - 29 minutes - 67.3 MB

Hello Plant People! This week we're celebrating Valentine's Day. We're talking about flower arrangements and how chocolate is made.

Christmas Leftovers

January 31, 2023 19:27 - 29 minutes - 68.5 MB

Hello Plant People! We’re back for a new season of in the grow starting with an episode on Christmas leftovers! What? No, not food, we’re talking about plants you may have been gifted this holiday season. We’ve got tips on care and more. Join me, Rachel Boyd, and plant expert Vikram Baliga to get In the Grow.

Skyrim Flora

December 01, 2022 06:01 - 24 minutes - 56.4 MB

Hello Plant People! This week on In the Grow, we're finishing up the season with a fun episode exploring the in-game flora of Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim and their real-world counterparts. We mentioned possibly doing a second part, but life happens, so we will wrap the season here and return in February to help get your gardens growing. Happy winter to you all! Sponsored by

In the Grow Live - Part 2

November 17, 2022 06:01 - 18 minutes - 41.4 MB

This week on In the Grow, we're sharing the second part of our In the Grow Live recording from October. We've got some great questions from the audience to finish out the event. Sponsored by

In the Grow Live - Part 1

November 10, 2022 06:01 - 28 minutes - 66.1 MB

Hello Plant People! In case you missed it, this week we’re sharing the first part of our In the Grow Live recording from October. We talk about more spooky plants and take some great questions from the audience. Sponsored by

House Plant Pests

November 03, 2022 05:01 - 29 minutes - 66.9 MB

Hello Plant People, this week we address common house plant pests. Listen in to learn more about mealy bugs, thrips, spider mites, and more. Sponsored by

Horrifying Horticulture 2

October 27, 2022 05:01 - 29 minutes - 68.5 MB

Hello Plant People, this week we present the second episode of our two-part series on Horrifying Horticulture! Listen in to hear even more Halloween plant facts and folklore. Sponsored by

Horrifying Horticulture #1

October 20, 2022 05:01 - 27 minutes - 62 MB

Hello Plant People, this week we present the first of a two-part series on Horrifying Horticulture! We're talking about spooky plants just in time for Halloween. Listen in if you want to find out which plants Vikram dubbed evil cantaloupe and weird asparagus! Sponsored by

Botanical Basics - Plant Biology (aka Botany)

October 13, 2022 05:01 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Hello Plant People, this week we're offering you another episode of Botanical Basics: Biology edition. We focus on photosynthesis, respiration, and transpiration and how this knowledge can help your garden thrive. Sponsored by

Botanical Basics - Plant Taxonomy

October 06, 2022 05:01 - 29 minutes - 66.7 MB

Hello Plant People, this week we’re bringing you Botanical Basics. We focus on plant taxonomy and how that information can help gardeners of all skill levels. Join me, Rachel Boyd, and plant expert Vikram Baliga to get in the grow! Sponsored by:

Tree Talk 2

September 29, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

Hello Plant People, this week on In the Grow It's another round of Tree Talk. We focus on the planning and planting of a new tree. Join me, Rachel Boyd, and plant expert Vikram Baliga to Get In the Grow! Sponsored by

Fall into Spring

September 22, 2022 05:01 - 24 minutes - 57 MB

Hello Plant People, do you love wildflowers, tulips, daffodils? Well, we do! And this week on In the Grow we're falling into spring. We're letting you know what you should be planting this fall to have bountiful blooms come springtime. sponsored by

Common Plant Maladies

September 15, 2022 05:01 - 26 minutes - 60.6 MB

Hello Plant People! Have you seen curling, yellowing leaves? A blackened stalk? A mystery, perhaps... Ever wondered why your plant is looking sickly? Can't figure out what ails your botanicals? Well, this week on In the Grow, we're talking about common plant maladies. Join me, Rachel Boyd, and plant expert Vikram Baliga to learn more. Sponsored by:

Lawn Care & Alternatives

September 08, 2022 05:01 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MB

Hello Plant People, do you find yourself thinking the grass is greener on the other side? Well, it doesn't have to be! This week on In the Grow we're covering lawn care. Not your bag? Not to worry, we're also covering lawn alternatives. Join me, Rachel Boyd, and plant expert Vikram Baliga to get in the grow. Sponsored by

Lawn Car & Alternatives

September 08, 2022 05:01 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MB

Hello Plant People, do you find yourself thinking the grass is greener on the other side? Well, it doesn't have to be! This week on In the Grow we're covering lawn care. Not your bag? Not to worry, we're also covering lawn alternatives. Join me, Rachel Boyd, and plant expert Vikram Baliga to get in the grow.

Compost

September 01, 2022 05:01 - 26 minutes - 59.6 MB

Hello Plant People! It's dark... it's mysterious... it's nutrient rich!... it's delicious? This week on In the Grow, it's all about compost! Puttin the hay back in the decay. Join Vikram and me as we turn it all over. Sponsored by

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