HOOPHOUSE TALK

Friendship isn’t always easy—but it’s worth fighting for. In this episode, Ebony, Tish and Tonya explore the ups and downs of maintaining meaningful relationships, with honesty, laughter, and a whole lot of love. Part 1: Ebony & Lea Hutson on the Farm Ebony reconnects with her longtime friend, Lea Hutson. The two first met during student teaching in undergrad, where they weren’t even supposed...

Tish and Eb reflect on the turning of the seasons—from the hustle of back-to-school days to the cool air of fall settling into the farm. They share what it’s like to get kids off to college (with Cocoa heading out on her next adventure), and Tish offers heartfelt advice for parents experiencing that milestone for the first time. The conversation flows from family to farming: fall flowers and bouqu...

Season 1, Episode 2 Eb’s friend Dana stops by the farm, bringing big energy and The Black Family Dinner Quilt Cookbook —a favorite in her shift to vegetarian eating. One recipe sparks a deeper conversation about cultural ownership, knowing your audience, and when it’s time to just listen. From red and green okra to Harriet Tubman’s unexpected style, it’s all on the table. Dana gets curious about T...

In this very first episode of  Hoop House Talk , hosts Ebony Evans and Latisha “Tish” Branch-Nalls sit down to share how this podcast came to life. They trace the roots of  One Sound Farm , the farm that started as part of Ebony’s personal journey to discover her purpose, and the friendship with Tish that helped bring it all together. Along the way, listeners get a glimpse into their relationship...