Practical Permaculture

Oct 31 2024 71 ep. 40 mins 8
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with Jo Flintham and Alysse Gallagher. Women on a green mission Follow along as two friends document their unfurling permaculture journeys. Guaranteed to be lots of laughs, a few sweary moments, some really cool guests and lots of insightful tips that you can implement in your own garden, no matter your level of expertise. Warning, we are no experts! Just the opposite, we are learning and fumbling our way to a greener life and we would love your company as you to join us as we share how we and others apply the ethics and principles of permaculture to our gardens, and overall way of living.

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Episode 69- Manda Scott I Any human Power I Activism I Politics I Ethics I Change Makers

Oct 31 2024 82 mins  
In this episode of the Practical Permaculture Podcast, we interview author Manda Scott, who shares her journey from being a veterinary surgeon to a novelist and her insights on the themes of her latest book. Manda discusses the concept of 'Thrutopia', a vision for a better future in her book Any Human Power. We also chat about the importance of shamanic practices in conscious ev

Episode 68- Project Management I Homesteading I Permaculture I Hierarchy of resources I

Oct 24 2024 72 mins  
Next year Brett launches his NEW PDC which includes a NEW homesteading module and integrates more project management. This course will be next level. When it comes to project management, Brett is your man. So we wanted to get him on to chat about the significance of project management in Permaculture and Homesteading. We also talk about hierarchy of resources and why this is impo

Episode 67- Season 4 I Should we quit gardening for the summer I too hot I summer gardening

Oct 17 2024 45 mins  
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming season of the podcast we will be sharing many exciting guests and topics related to gardening and permaculture. We also share personal updates about our current gardens, chat about the importance of soil health and we rethinking summer gardening practices. Do we quit gardening for the summer? A lot comes into it; your context , balancing g

Episode 66- Creatively respond to Change I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode

Sep 23 2024 10 mins  
In this final mini-episode of season 3, we explore Permaculture Principle #12 – Creatively Use and Respond to Change. Change is inevitable, but instead of resisting it, we can get creative and turn it into an opportunity. Whether it’s pests in the garden or unexpected shade, responding flexibly allows us to design solutions that thrive in new conditions. This mindset works b

Ep 65# Cas Tognarini I Mental Health Nurse I Permaculture Nurse I 1.3 Acre farm

Sep 19 2024 65 mins  
This week Alysse chats to Cas (aka The Permaculture nurse on socials). Cas discusses her experiences with permaculture and mental health. She also shares how she and her partner moved to a larger property during COVID and embraced permaculture principles. Cas has a background in mental health nursing and her passion is integrating permaculture into mental health care. She is cur

Ep# 64- Small and Slow Solutions I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode

Sep 16 2024 13 mins  
In this episode, we explore **Permaculture Principle #9 – Use Small and Slow Solutions**. In a world that craves instant results, this principle reminds us to slow down and start small. Instead of diving into large projects, we can test ideas on a manageable scale—whether it’s experimenting with plant guilds, composting, or water conservation. Small steps allow us to observe,

Ep #63- Beth aka Dirt mum I Kitchen garden educator I Permaculture enthusiast I Permaculture Educator

Sep 12 2024 64 mins  
In this conversation, Alysse, Jo, and Beth discuss Beth's work as a kitchen garden educator and her journey into permaculture. Beth shares her background growing up on a farm and her passion for connecting with the land. She talks about how permaculture is more than just gardening, it's about community and connection. Beth also discusses her work in schools, teaching child

Ep# 62- Use and Value Diversity I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode

Sep 09 2024 5 mins  
This season we are taking the time to unpack each Permaculture Principles in our mini Episodes. We explore what we have learnt, what our current understanding is, musings and considerations in relation to each principle. This week Alysse explores Principle 10 - Use and Value Diversity

Ep# 60- Integrate Rather than Segregate I Unpacking Permaculture Principles I Mini Episode

Sep 02 2024 10 mins  
The principle "Integrate rather than segregate" highlights the value of fostering synergies between different elements within a system to boost efficiency and resilience. When we isolate components, they often become weaker and struggle to thrive. This concept applies to people as well. We flourish when we connect with like-minded individuals who share our values. Chec

Ep# 61- Enoughness I Permaculture abundance I social pressure I values based decisions

Sep 01 2024 38 mins  
Enoughness. What is enough for you? When you think about permaculture abundance how do you know the difference between glut and enough. We have all had too many zucchinis we can cook, preserve or even GIVE away. Where do permaculture ethics and principles come into this? What about socially, what is enough, when do you need to recharge your battery or say no? Where to wants vs