The Distracted Gardener

I would like to say I've settled down a bit since I first talked about Merlin Sheldrake's "Entangled Life," way back when, but that'd be a big ol' lie. If anything, I am more a fan of the book and the creatures it talks about than ever. If you didn't get yourself a copy the first time this episode went up, I hope this replay will inspire you to. Socials ----- Instagra...

In our second week of hiatus episodes, we take a look back at what remains to be one of the more upsetting topics presented thus far. We talk about a University of Michigan study pointing to the ways urban gardeners might be doing more damage than their Big Ag farmer counterparts. It is, of course, not something set in stone, but it is a reminder to always be thinking over and improving upon what...

When I first recorded the set of episodes titled, "Growing for the Memory of Others," it was with a mindset of longing for my friends and family stateside. Now, I'm on the other side of a trip home and my want to keep my family in heart and mind is stronger. So I'm thinking of more things I can grow to keep me closer to home. This episode originally aired on January 15, 2024. Soc...

In today's episode, the finale of the first season of The Distracted Gardener, I talk about the ways "Bringing Nature Home" has changed the way I look at my garden and the wider world around me. Written by Dr. Doug Tallamy, the book is a touchstone of almost mythical status among regenerative gardeners and those who are ecologically minded. I can understand why now. Socials: Instagram Threads Twit...

I was really impressed by how San Francisco approaches wildlife, nature education, and overall ecological issues. I share some of the most impressive points in this week's episode. Socials: Instagram Threads Twitter YouTube

I recently taught a lesson to my elementary students about pollinators and .... it was amazing! In this week's episode I talk -- possibly in too much detail -- about the lesson. I hope it gives you some ideas and some inspiration. Instagram Threads Twitter YouTube

Taylor Swift may be the biggest musician in the world, and that carries a high price in global emissions. The singer is said to have purchased more than double the carbon credits to offset emissions from her latest tour, but what does that actually mean? Show notes: Taylor Swift claims she offsets her travel carbon footprint - how does that work? Revealed: more than 90% of rainforest carbon offset...

I'm heading across the Pacific to California for some family stuff, but I am also going to be diving into nature. Aquariums, forests, rivers -- I am pumped. For those of you who have ever been to California, what were your favorite sights that brought you closer to nature? Monterey Bay Aquarium YouTube Let me know by using the socials! Instagram Threads Twitter YouTube

It can be tough going trying to go it alone. That's certainly isn't limited to the garden or conservation. Today we talk about why, at least every now and then, you should get involved in your local groups looking to make the world a cleaner, more naturally lush place. Socials: Instagram Threads Twitter YouTube

Since a previous episode when we talked about getting kids involved in the garden, my mind has been working. What can I realistically do? With some feedback from you listeners and a ton of binge listening of the Nature Talks podcast, I've settled on my next steps. Socials: Instagram Threads Twitter YouTube

A recent episode of the Joe Gardener podcast got me thinking about GMO seeds and GMO's in general. Let me know where you stand on the subject! Socials: Homepage Instagram Threads Twitter Joe Gardener Organic Vegetable Gardening Summit About Purple Galaxy Tomato Joe Gardener Podcast The Non-GMO Project Botanical Interests Greenfield Project

My wife recently became a new gardener and my family and friends are more on-board than ever. However, what sort of opposition might you face as a gardener and what can you do about it? Socials: Instagram Threads Twitter YouTube Homepage

Ed Yong's " An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us " has so far been an exciting, eye-opening look into the different ways that animals interact with the world. Some of these ways are so different that they can be hard for us to imagine. I talk about some of those in today's episode. " Pictures Capture the Invisible Glow of Flowers, " from National Geographic Fresh...

If we want a future world that's more hopeful and rich in the wonders of nature than the one in which we currently live, I'm sure the answer is to get children interested. How do we do that though? I share a couple of ideas, but I'm also hoping to get some from you! Let me know your thoughts on Twitter Instagram Threads and at my homepage .

A recent study from the University of Michigan called "Comparing the carbon footprint of urban and conventional agriculture" showed that urban agriculture has a larger carbon footprint than conventional farming. The findings may leave gardeners feeling bummed, but is it really all bad news? The study USDA Climate Hubs Impactful Ninja: 10 Veg with Highest... Socials and such: Twitter Instagram Thre...

The 2024 season has begun! So, we're talking about garden prep, seed starting, and plans for this year. Be sure to share your gardening adventures! Blog post about LFC Compost Socials: Twix Instagram Threads Trail, Table, and Garden , the Natural Fukui blog

This week, I talk about my favorite resources for getting gardening knowledge into my head. Follow the links below for more info about each channel, podcast, etc. I mentioned. Gardening focused in video or audio: Epic Gardening Shea batake rakuen life Gardening adjacent in video or audio: Joe Gardener No-Till Growers Network Gardening or gardening adjacent in the written form: Vegetable Time Hobby...

This week, I talk about what brought me into gardening and what I hope to do with it going forward. I want to hear from you! Share your gardening stories with me @naturalfukui on Instagram or Twitter , or leave a comment on the post titled "Your Gardening Journey" over on NaturalFukui.com .

I recently started using a sustainable vegetable-only vegetable delivery service called On the Slope (the Japanese name of which is 坂ノ途中 saka no tochu). I love it for a number of reasons I talk about, but I started worrying recently about the food mileage I might be building up. So, I decided to dive into the question: Are delivery vegetables sustainable? Articles/studies mentioned: Fruits and...

In a continuation from last week's episode, we talk about the joy of growing things in the garden to remember or connect to others. In episode 3 we talked about flowers, but in this week's episode we'll talk about things on the more edible side of the spectrum. Socials: Twix Instagram

There are so many different reasons to get in the garden. Maybe you want to feed your family. Maybe you want to eat healthier veg. Have you ever grown something to help you feel closer to a friend or family member? Socials: Twitter Instagram

After starting to garden, YouTube and gardening podcasts led me down a number of rabbit holes. The book"Entangled Life" by Merlin Sheldrake took me down the deepest of them, opening my eyes to the incredible world of fungus. In today's episode, I try to wittle down the things that fascinate me most about fungus into a bite-size listen. What do you know about the world of fungus? Socials: Twitter I...

What's to love about winter? Especially since starting to garden, I've found there's actually quite a bit. Are you a winter fan? Has gardening changed your perspective on the season? Socials: Twitter: www.twitter.com/naturalfukui Instagram: www.instagram.com/naturalfukui