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The James & Joe Garden Show

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Welcome to The James & Joe Garden Show - the podcast that rips up the horticultural rulebook and plants something far more entertaining. Join James Alexander-Sinclair and Joe Swift every week where they tackle a garden topic, from the sensible to the completely ridiculous, armed with sharp opinions, 40 years’ worth of stories and a habit of wandering wildly off-topic. Listeners can also send in th... more

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James and Joe are back for another "unhinged" Q&A. With Joe calling in from a hotel room (and struggling with a single device for both recording and reading), James takes the lead on the accents, the questions, and the "perfectly unreasonable" answer... more

James and Joe are in high spirits as the "Flower Show Season" officially kicks off. With Joe calling in from a BBC-funded hotel in Tewkesbury and James gearing up for his 20th year of judging, this episode dives into the chaotic, glamorous, and occas... more

This week, we’re answering your perfectly unreasonable questions while James attempts to explain why he treads on his compost bags to get an extra 10 litres of value.

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The "Horticultural Bore" Transition: Scarlett from Northamp... more

James and Joe are digging into the future of horticulture - or at least the part where we can sit in a hammock while a machine does the "bloody" mowing. From Joe’s "Doofy" the robot mop to James’ beloved "Kressida" the mower, the boys explore whether... more

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Recent Guests

Will Young
Renowned singer and now the first guest on the podcast
Episode: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Will Young Part 2
Joe Strummer
Legendary musician and lead singer of The Clash
Episode: Guess who's coming to dinner?
Marianne North
Victorian botanical artist and plant hunter
Episode: Guess who's coming to dinner?
Roy Lancaster
Prominent plant hunter and horticulturist
Episode: Guess who's coming to dinner?
Victoria Wood
Comedian, actress, and writer
Episode: Guess who's coming to dinner?
Bobby Charlton
Legendary footballer and World Cup winner
Episode: Guess who's coming to dinner?
Advolly Richmond
Plant garden and social historian, author of A Short History of Flowers, The Stories That Make Our Gardens
Episode: Deep Dive: The Japanese garden nestled in a Scottish valley, with Advolly Richmond
Noel Kingsbury
Writer, planting designer, horticultural consultant, and authority on various areas of plants and horticulture.
Episode: Deep Dive: The native plant debate, with Noel Kingsbury
Jekka McVicar
Award-winning herb grower and breeder with over 40 years in the business
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Episode: Deep Dive: Herbs to savour and flavour, with Jekka McVicar

Hosts

James Alexander-Sinclair
Co-host of The James & Joe Garden Show; long-time gardening writer and broadcaster with The Garden Collective
Joe Swift
Co-host of The James & Joe Garden Show; veteran gardener and TV presenter

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Gardening show that is never boring

    Slightly deranged, always entertaining, the one and only James and Joe garden show. Apart from singing, of course.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ania M. QC
    Canada2 months ago
  • Gardening companions

    Love the amusing chat of these two gardeners! Have started listening to them as I garden and the time flies past. Might even pick up a few tips!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gibbyclare
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Well done you

    Always a pleasure, never preachy yet opinions are expressed and for me, welcome. Good humor. Listening from the US, often with envy.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MoshC
    United States4 months ago
  • Please stop!!

    Really sorry, your chat is atrocious, unfunny and totally annoying. Please desist. Pretty please!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Denise Dritic
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Love it

    I’ve finally found a podcast that makes me laugh and there isn’t dramatic stories, just light, interesting & funny. Plus I love gardening! Thank you James & Joe for your great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NataliaDaviesHobson
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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Some critics find the humor snarky but entertaining
Community vibes and ad-free option are strong positives
Fans praise the banter and practical tips
Listeners love the behind-the-scenes garden culture

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Question Time: Why Modern Sport is Ruined by Bad Grass (and Why Goalkeepers Hate Daisies)
Q: Georgina announces she's heading to the Chelsea Flower Show and asks for survival tips to avoid spending too much while still enjoying the experience.
The hosts discuss budgeting approaches for Chelsea, including Chelsea Deals, trying out seating and comfort at furniture stalls, and budgeting limits with a plan to walk away with worthwhile buys rather than impulse purchases.
Question Time: Why Modern Sport is Ruined by Bad Grass (and Why Goalkeepers Hate Daisies)
Q: Scarlett asks at what point one officially transitions from a contemporary gardener to a right old horticultural boar, and whether there is a specific birthday for that shift.
The hosts suggest that the change is gradual and personal; you'll wake up one day instinctively drawn to heritage potatoes, alpine plants, and smaller scale delights, indicating you've tipped over the edge rather than hitting a hard birthday.
Question Time: The Great Horticultural Royal Rumble - who wins in a fight?
Q: Have we got one more question?
They read a listener question and discuss potential humorous scenarios and gardening topics, maintaining a casual, playful tone while solving a real gardening problem.
Question Time: Killing Expensive Plants, Black Fences & Garden Guilt
Q: Are there any times in winter when you hunker down and have a break from your garden?
They acknowledge winter as a period with reduced gardening activity, advise embracing rest, watching films, or simple low-effort projects, and highlight that weather dictates what is feasible, with some gardeners staying busy indoors with notes and planning.
Question Time: Slugs, Gobstoppers & Illegal Knives
Q: If you were tasked with improving the PR of slugs, how would you sell them to the gardening community?
The hosts suggest reframing slugs by acknowledging their ecological role as tidiers and recyclers of garden debris, while exploring a bold branding exercise with a clear strapline, possibly leveraging cross-media voices and humor to change perceptions.

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What is The James & Joe Garden Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A playful, personality-driven gardening show where two seasoned hosts riff on horticulture, design, and garden culture while answering listener questions. Each episode blends practical tips with banter, personal stories, and oft-surprising tangents, often weaving in live events, community projects, and behind-the-scenes looks at garden media. The format thrives on audience participation, humorous debates, and lighthearted sponsorship content, plus a growing community through The Garden Collective offering ad-free listening, live events, and expert writings. A standout element is the hosts' willingness to challenge conventional horticulture wisdom with irreverent humor and real-world experience, making it approachable for newcomers while sti... more

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1. Will Young
2. Joe Strummer
3. Marianne North
4. Roy Lancaster
5. Victoria Wood
6. Bobby Charlton
7. Advolly Richmond
8. Noel Kingsbury

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