Second Nature

Send Lizzie a message! "Hello and welcome to Second Nature!" Oh my goodness, what an event! Join me, Lizzie McLaughlin, as I take you on an exciting journey to Groundswell , which is just the most vibrant and inspiring gathering for regenerative agriculture in the UK. I recently spent time completely immersed in this incredible festival of farming, and I honestly can't wait to share...

Send Lizzie a message! Welcome back to Second Nature! I'm Lizzie McLaughlin, and in this episode, I'm bringing you even more vibrant insights and exciting interviews from my visit to BBC Gardeners' World Live which ran from June 12-15th. This is Part 2 of our special series, diving deeper into the worlds of gardening and cooking with a focus on creativity, community, and sustainabil...

Send Lizzie a message! Join me, Lizzie McLaughlin, as I share my exciting experiences and discoveries from BBC Gardeners' World Live ! I recently visited the show, which ran from June 12-15th , and in part one, this episode of Second Nature, we're diving deep into the vital theme of sustainability in both gardening and cooking . I chat with incredible guests, including Nick Bailey , who...

Send Lizzie a message! Join me, Lizzie McLaughlin, as I share the highlights from my recent visit to BBC Gardeners' World Live ! I had the incredible opportunity to chat with a variety of gardening experts and enthusiasts, uncovering innovative techniques and hearing the heartfelt stories behind beautiful garden designs. The show is running until Sunday, June 15th, so make sure to catch it if...

Send Lizzie a message! Welcome to Second Nature! I'm Lizzie McLaughlin, and in this episode, I'm taking you on an incredible journey to Open Farm Sunday ! Willow and I headed down to Somerset to help Sophie Gregory, organic dairy farmer, and MarshwoodVale Farmers with their fantastic event. It was truly inspiring to see firsthand the amazing efforts farmers are making to educate the publ...

Send Lizzie a message! Join me, Lizzie McLaughlin, as I welcome Pippa Streatfeild to the show! We discuss her fascinating transition from a London PA to managing her family's farm, exploring the power of regenerative agriculture in boosting soil health and welcoming back wildlife. We also touch on how glamping and camping are bringing new life (and families!) to the farm. One of the most exci...

Send Lizzie a message! This week, I headed to North Yorkshire to speak with Fergus Corrigan from Northern Lavender. Not only has Fergus built a thriving lavender farm from a non-farming background, but Northern Lavender stands as the UK's largest organic lavender farm ! Join me as we delve into his inspiring journey, uncovering the realities of establishing this vast and aromatic haven right...

Send Lizzie a message! Welcome back to Second Nature! This week, I'm so excited to share a blooming lovely episode focused on the heart of farming and community spirit. First up, I had the pleasure of chatting with the inspiring Heather Copley , owner of the wonderful Farmer Copleys in Yorkshire. You'll hear all about the captivating journey of their farm, including the beautiful introdu...

Send Lizzie a message! Celebrating the seasons with farming stories, garden tips & homegrown recipes 🚜🌱🍅 Join award-winning podcaster, Lizzie McLaughlin for a new episode every Friday 🎙️ Instagram: @second_natureuk Host: @lizziemuddyheelsmac www.second-nature.co.uk Website: www.second-nature.co.uk Email us: info@second-nature.co.uk Social media: @second_natureuk Host: @lizziemuddyheelsmac

Send Lizzie a message! Join me, Lizzie, and my corgi Willow, embark on our first on-location adventure, heading to the beautiful county of Herefordshire to chat with a very special guest: Ally Hunter Blair, a familiar face to many from the TV series Born Mucky and First Time Farmers! For the first episode, we chat what's in season, hear our first listener question and delve into the heart of...

Send Lizzie a message! This week, Willow and I are heading into the depths of Wales to for an insightful discussion with our guest, Anna Bowen , a dedicated dairy farmer and consultant.  We explore the practicalities of running a modern dairy farm while embracing innovative practices like cow-calf contact. Anna shares her perspective on consumer perceptions, the importance of agricultural educatio...