Sip & Sow

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When we garden, we grow. But more than just plants and flowers, we sow inspiration and creativity. This podcast explores new perspectives on gardening, innovation, artistry and individuality.
Hosted by Tom Coleman, self taught gardener, creator and social media expert. Tom chats to those who are making huge strides in our sector and leaves listeners with even more ideas and motivation blossoming in their minds.

This podcast is brought to you with the support of Mr. Fothergill’s. As a thank you for tuning in to Sip & Sow, we want to give you a 25% discount next time you buy your seeds from Mr. Fothergill’s. Simply use the code TOM25 at checkout, which expires on 30th September. https://www.mr-fothergills.co.uk/

Ludlow Distillery is the official 'Sip' sponsor of the Sip & Sow podcast - Visit www.Ludlowdistillery.co.uk to shop their range of award winning spirits, or book a distillery tour!

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BONUS: The making of Sip & Sow

Nov 13 2023 47 mins

In this final bonus episode, to end series one of the Sip & Sow podcast, the tables are turned and gardener and close friend Adam Kirtland interviews Tom Coleman about what it took to put this first season together, why he did it in the way that he did, his favourite guests, locations and will it return for a second series...A note from Tom - Thank you all so much for tuning in

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