One to Grow On
Latest Episodes
Amaranth to Zinnias with Gretchen O’Neil (Hothouse)
We're kicking off our agricultural podcast exchange with a fellow Austin podcast: Hothouse. In this episode, host Leah and her guest Gretchen discuss growing cut flowers, women-run farms, and the (many) differences between Texas and New England.
32: Plant Propagation
It's time to learn where plants come from! In this episode, Hallie and Chris discuss all the different ways plants make new plants and how we help them along. We learn how plant propagation works, how many kinds of roots there are,
31: Water – Modern Challenges
It's time to learn more about water! This week Hallie and Chris are tackling some of the issues facing both modern farmers and everyone who uses water. They discuss the impacts of climate change, overuse, and new technology and policies.
30: Water – History of Irrigation
In the first of a two-part series on water, Hallie and Chris discuss the history of irrigation, how it's used and why it's so important.
#AskOnetoGrowOn 5: Do I have the right Aloe?
In this mini-episode, Hallie explains what Aloe is and which we kind we use for what.
29: Superfoods IV – Bok Choy, Wheat Germ, Ginger and Seaweed
In our latest superfoods episode (and last episode of the decade), Hallie and Chris take on bok choy, wheat germ, ginger and seaweed. The stakes are a little bit higher this week though because there's a brand new original song for cape-worthy foods.
28: The American Chestnut
This week we're focusing on just one plant: the American chestnut. Hallie and Chris discuss the cultural and ecological history and death of the American chestnut. We learn why they're so important, where they went, and how we can get them back.
“What is Compost?”
It's another Catherine episode! This week Hallie and Catherine discuss what compost is, how it works, and why it's good. We learn the chemistry involved in compost, what you can compost, and why Hallie loves it so darn much.
27: Navajo Food Sovereignty with Andi Murphy
In part two of our series of on Navajo food sovereignty, Hallie interviews Andi Murphy, host of the podcast Toasted Sister and producer of the radio show Native American Calling. Hallie and Andi discuss the role food plays in culture,
26: Navajo Food Sovereignty with Nate Etsitty & Felix Earle
This week, Hallie brings us an interviewe with two Navajo growers and activists: Nate Etsitty and Felix Earle. Our guests share their perspective on farming and why they do it, discuss food sovereignty and its importance on Navajo,