Rebecca Behnke

Earthy Girls is a Mother/Daughter Organic Duo who LOVE the Planet & All things Green.

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/rebecca-behnke/subscribe Raquel is a science teacher turned florist and Rebecca is a lifelong gardener and artist. The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that script! Join their conversations as they talk about Mother Earth, Tackle tough topics like our dependence on plastics & climate change. They sprinkle in some Eco Friendly Living Tips & Earthy Practices. Follow us on Instagram @earthygirl.co

Author

Rebecca Behnke

Category

Science

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Latest episode

Jul 3, 2024

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Episodes

Earthy Girls gonna try something new. Announcing New Episode Release Date's. Season 2 EP (Stopping by to say Hi and let you know we are still here!) 18.06.2022

As the producer and Host of the Podcast I am experimenting with a new release date. I think we can reach more people if we release on Sunday/Monday than later in the week. Research is all over the place and there is no real data on what is the best date to release your podcast but lets do a trial run and see where this experiment leads us to.  The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform &...

The Ozone Layer. Why it's so important. Fair Warning - Rebecca forgot her POP Filter on the trip Up North. But still give us a listen as The Earthy Girls break it down for you. Season 2 EP7 12.06.2022

Good OZONE, Bad OZONE. And what is an Ozone Hole? Earthy Girls Rebecca B & Raquel take a deeper dive into our atmosphere.  The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script. Reduce, Reuse and then Recycle.  Consider it this way, It's Not...

What is our Atmosphere? Why is it important for our planet? Join the Earthy girls as we break it down. Season 2 EP 6. 04.06.2022

Why is the Earth's atmosphere so important to our survival? First of all it protects us from harmful UV Rays that can cause skin damage and even cancer. It provides the oxygen in the air we breathe. We wouldn't have radio stations if we didn't have our atmosphere! Download this episode to use as a summer teaching tool for your Earthy kids.    The Earthy Girls want to encourage, info...

Red Sky at Night. What does that mean? Have you ever seen one? Remembering those lost in Uvalde, Texas this week. Season 2 EP 5 27.05.2022

Red Sky at Night, Sailor's Delight. Red Sky at Morn, Sailors be warned. An ancient rhyme used by mariners dating back thousands of years. It was a common saying for both mariners and shepherds to communicate with each other about the weather.  But how does a red sky happen? What are the atmospheric conditions to make a red sky? Listen to this mini episode broadcast all the way from the Upper...

Lets Talk Mushrooms & Bioremediation! The Earthy Girls interview Virginia Kilgore from WaterisALive.org Season 2 EP 4 19.05.2022

For 3.5 billion years, micro organisms have been eating hazardous compounds and breaking them down. Bioremediation is one of the oldest natural methods to clean wastewater.  Romans used them to clean their aqueducts. Bioremediation has been documented as early as 600 BC. Our guest today is a fellow Water Warrior., Activist, Educator and Planet Earth Lover.  Virginia Kilgore is passionate...

Save the Dandelions! No Mow May. Take the Challenge. Take a listen to this mini episode! Season 2 EP 3 12.05.2022

You may ask, Why not Mow my lawn for a couple of weeks, isn't that going to break the blades of my lawn mower? No your mower will be fine! Choose to mow your lawn every other week and save our Bees and our pollinators! The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset!...

What is the Earth Anyways? We are not ready for Mars just yet. The Earthy Girls go back to the Basics. Let's learn a little more about our own beautiful Planet. Season 2 EP2 29.04.2022

The Earthy Girls are in the studio talking Basics.  What is Planet Earth? We know its the 3rd Rock from the Sun. And its the best planet to live on in the solar system for sure. We are so lucky to live here.   The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Fli...

Celebrate Earth Day with The Earthy Girls! What will you do to honor Mother Earth? Will you pick up litter, play in the garden, be Water Wise? Season 2 EP 1. 22.04.2022

Join the conversation with the Earthy Girls as we learn a little more about the City that Rebecca B lives in and where she raised her family. They talk with the City of Lewisville's James Kunke Community Relations & Tourism Director. Another Earthy Guy Episode.  The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards...

Live a Less Toxic Lifestyle. Your Makeup Bag, Sunscreen, Cleansers, Moisturizers, Deodorant's etc. Last in a 3 Part Series. Season 1 EP 50 15.04.2022

We women put all these products on our faces and skin in search of health & beauty.. Are they safe for us to use? Join the Earthy Girls as we unpack the science behind our beauty & hygiene products .  The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that...

Detox your Cleaning Cabinet. The Earthy Girls dive into your unhealthy products. Part 2 of the Detox your Domain Series. Season 1 EP 49 07.04.2022

Let's talk product. Are you ready to make a switch to a healthier lifestyle? It all starts at home!    The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script. Reduce, Reuse and then Recycle.  Consider it this way, It's Not just an inconvenience,...

Gardening Tips # 3 Season 1 EP 47 Rebecca B is in the studio wrapping up the Earthy Girls Gardening Series. What are you planting this Spring? 25.03.2022

Spring has sprung and its almost time to plant. Know your Zone, check your PH Levels and get ready to get out and get some free Vitamin D! Don't forget your sunscreen and floppy hat! The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script. Reduce, Reuse and then...

NASA's Satellites Help Scientists learn more about Planet Earth. Earthy Girl Rebecca B talks about Extreme Climate Change and how it is affecting Our Planet. EP 46 21.03.2022

The planet is heating up! The current warming trend is of particular significance because it is unequivocally the result of human activity since the mid-20th century and proceeding at a rate that is unprecedented over millennia. 1 It is undeniable that human activities have warmed the atmosphere, ocean, and land and that widespread and rapid changes in the atmosphere, ocean, cryosphere, and biosph...

Gardening Tips Part 2. Earthy Girls talk Flower Power! They are Medicine to the Soul. How to get your Garden on! Season 1 EP 45 18.03.2022

Perennials, Bi Annuals, Annuals. Patio Gardens, Garden Boxes. Oh My! How to build that dream garden or just grow a few herbs and tomatoes.  War is not good for the PLANET! Raquel & I talk a little about the ramifications of war on the future generations.  Raquel and I want to inspire, inform and encourage you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your plane...

Gardening Tips Part 1 - The Earthy Girls chat about what to do right now before Spring has Sprung! Let's talk dirt! Season 1 Episode 44 10.03.2022

We are 11 days away from Spring Yall! Excited to be back outside with some free Vitamin D? So are we! But don't buy any plants just yet. There are other things to do in the garden. Lets talk dirty!  Raquel and I want to inspire, inform and encourage you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script. Re...

The Tipping Point for Insects. Are they going to become Obsolete? Some Insect's already are. What is Obsolescence? Why it's crucial to understand it. EP 43 04.03.2022

Let's talk Obsolescence? What is it? Its the process of becoming obsolete! But Why do all our things keep breaking down? Some say its all part of a plan. Raquel and I want to inspire, inform and encourage you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script. Reduce, Reuse and then Recycle. Consider it this way...

CBD, Solar & Habits! Season 1. Episode 42 - Raquel & Rebecca B sit down to talk with Earthy Couple Lindsay & George. 24.02.2022

Join Raquel & Rebecca B in their conversation with their first Earthy Couple. These two garden, use solar, and also grow their own CBD, walking their kids to school and choose Earthy Habits.   The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script. Red...

How to Build a Solar Power Generator for your Home. Give yourself & your family the security in case of a Power Grid Failure. This is Gold Ya'll. EP40 11.02.2022

Join Earthy Girl Rebecca B as she walks you through the basics. We are talking all things solar yall. Get your pen and paper ready. Earthy Guy Peter Brewer is back in the studio and Big Poppa chimes in with his how to's. We are talking about the basic's, amps and volts, panels and inverters.    The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make tha...

Waste Not, Want not? Right? Why is 1.4 Billion tons of food thrown out and ending up in the Landfill's. P.S. What is a Reducetarian? EP39 03.02.2022

Its a hard thing to discuss with so much food insecurity. 1.4 Billion tons of food are wasted annually. Americans waste 40 million tons making us the biggest losers.  And it is the biggest single item in our landfill. Why do we waste so much food when there is so much food insecurity? Real or Perceived food spoilage means 80% of Americans throw away perfectly good food.  And why? Because of confus...

Who are These Earthy Girls? Meet Rebecca B! Raquel interviews her mom. Learn a little more about the Earthy Girls. Join in the conversation as roles are reversed. Raquel nails it! SE 1 EP38 27.01.2022

How did Rebecca B become this Earthy Girl, empowering others seek their inner Earthy Girl? Stargazer, creek water wader, Woods walker....Conservationist & Preservationist. Not just a country girl but a girl who read, who learned to love the words and stories of those who came before us.     The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, mak...

Who are The Earthy Girls? They are a Mother/Daughter Duo Who Love the Planet & All Things Green. Join us to learn more about Raquel's journey to becoming an Earthy Girl. SE1 EP 37 21.01.2022

Rebecca B interviews her daughter Raquel. They dive deep into why Raquel is an Earthy Girl, Naturalist, Adventurer, Flower Child, Teacher and lifelong Learner.   The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script. Reduce, Reuse and then Recycle.&n...

The Earthy Girls in Review. A Wrap Up of our Season One. A mother daughter duo who launched on Earth Day 2021 & so excited for Season Two! 13.01.2022

Raquel & I learn the podcasting ropes as co hosts in real time. I pray that 2022 will bring us a sound engineer & editor! LOL. I enjoyed learning and rolling with the challenges as a self made podcaster on the fly! Rebecca B does double duty as writer/Executive producer/Editor & Host while relearning an old skill as a broadcaster! Raquel brings the Science, keeping it real and keeps me...

Happy New Year from The Earthy Girls! It's almost 2022! Btw, Did you donate those unwanted Christmas gifts, save that pretty ribbon, cute gift bags? 31.12.2021

Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad, Joyeux Noel, Buon Natale, God Jul, Happy Holidays, Happy New Year! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for listening! We love you! Cheers to a New Year and here's to you, our community! Episode 30 is on the books! Looking forward to season 2! The Earthy Girls want to inspire, inform and encourage you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot to...

Christmas & Climate Change with the Earthy Girls. How to stay as Earthy as possible. What you can do to Reuse, Reduce & Repurpose this Holiday season. 17.12.2021

How do the Earthy Girls do The Holidays while keeping Earthy? Yes it may be hard; but challenge yourself to just do one small thing. Reuse your cute Christmas bags, add some raffia or maybe some jute instead of buying ribbon that won't bio degrade. Maybe you can make some of your Christmas gifts, they will be so appreciated by your sentimental friends & family! Give an experience VS a pro...

Gas or Electric? Can a Tax Credit help change your mind? Join the conversation w/ Raquel & Peter about how good an EV is for the planet! 09.12.2021

EV's AKA Electrical Vehicles are the next Gen of Cars.  Join the Earthy Girls as we discuss EV's, how fun, fast and good they are for Mother Earth. Listen to this smart Earthy Guy talk specifics on Lead Based Batteries VS Lithium ones. Thanks to our very First Earthy Guy interviewee, Peter Brewer. The Earthy Girls want to inspire, inform and encourage you to take that small step, make that 2...

How to know what are the right things to place into your recycling Bin. When in doubt toss it out! Into your trash! Episode 28 of the Earthy Girls. 02.12.2021

Know What to throw. Just imagine if you were working detail on the sorting line at the recycling facility and you came across a used baby diaper. Or Worse. A dead animal. WHAT? Did you know that 25% of what you throw in your recycling bin is really just trash? Rebecca B is gonna break it down for you. Know what to throw away in the garbage and what to put into your recycling bin! Accordi...

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