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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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Are garden trends actually useful… or are they just nonsense invented to fill magazine pages?

This week, James Alexander-Sinclair and Joe Swift take a rebellious look at the whole idea of “trends” in gardening — from the ridiculous to the genuinely ... more

This week, it’s your turn.

James Alexander-Sinclair and Joe Swift open the floor to your weird, wonderful and occasionally completely unhinged gardening questions — all in the noble pursuit of winning the most coveted prize in horticulture.

No, not... more

This week, James Alexander-Sinclair and Joe Swift open the shed doors and ask the big question: do gardeners really need this many tools… or are we all just emotionally attached to rusty metal?

What follows is a gloriously unhinged inventory of spad... more

With James & Joe away, we are diving into a topic AND questions episode, prepared in advance by your delightful hosts so you NEVER miss out on your weekly content...

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Joe Strummer
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Marianne North
Victorian botanical artist and plant hunter
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Roy Lancaster
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Victoria Wood
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Bobby Charlton
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Advolly Richmond
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Episode: Deep Dive: The Japanese garden nestled in a Scottish valley, with Advolly Richmond
Noel Kingsbury
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Jekka McVicar
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Hosts

James Alexander-Sinclair
Co-host of the show, James is also known for his role as a noted gardener and designer. He brings a humorous touch and personal experiences to the discussions, alongside insights into various gardening topics.
Joe Swift
Co-host of the show and a garden designer, Joe contributes humor and expertise derived from years of experience in gardening and design. He engages the audience with personal anecdotes and answers listener questions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom2 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 States2 months ago
  • Please stop!!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Denise Dritic
    United Kingdom3 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 Kingdom3 months ago
  • Quality advice and banter

    Can’t get enough bbc and bbc-adjacent gardening content. Great content and banter from James and Joe!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phasellama
    Canada4 months ago

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Audience members commend the hosts on their chemistry, noting the delightful banter that enhances the listening experience and makes gardening feel approachable and fun.
The podcast is frequently praised for its ability to blend entertainment with practical gardening advice, making the content accessible for all gardener skill levels.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and light-hearted take on gardening, often noting how engaging it is to learn while laughing.

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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.
The Big Tree Chat
Q: Is there a colloquial term used in the gardening world that drives you crazy?
They discuss terms like 'thugs' for volunteers and debate over 'low-maintenance gardening,' noting how overused or misleading such phrases can be, and share personal preferences for clearer, more accurate language in gardening.
Ask James & Joe: Younger Gardeners, Missing Hori Hori & Gardening Gospel
Q: How can you say plant names without sounding ridiculous?
You might want to pronounce Latin plant names with an Italian accent instead of a stiff British accent.
Ask James & Joe: Rogue Pruning, Talking Plants & Gardening Heresy
Q: Are there any times in winter that you hunker down and have a break from your garden?
Yes, they sometimes take breaks from gardening, particularly when the weather is foul, but they also enjoy working on projects during the winter months.
Ask James & Joe: Rogue Pruning, Talking Plants & Gardening Heresy
Q: What are some of your biggest, do as I say, not as I do, for amateurs versus professionals in gardening?
Joe discusses his practice of not waiting a full year to see what grows and emphasizes the importance of getting started on landscaping based on current conditions rather than waiting for ideal situations.

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

A vibrant mix of horticultural humor and insightful gardening discussions, the content brings listeners a fresh perspective on both traditional and unconventional gardening topics. Hosted by two experienced gardeners, the conversations range from practical gardening tips and personal anecdotes to whimsical debates on gardening culture. Noteworthy features include live audience interactions and the hosts responding to listener questions, making it an engaging and dynamic listening experience. The podcast also emphasizes a fun and informal approach, detaching itself from the more serious tones often associated with gardening discussions, which, combined with their signature humor, likely attracts a wide audience of gardening enthusiasts and c... more

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Recent guests on The James & Joe Garden Show include:

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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