Talking Dirty
Get GardeningGet Gardening's podcast for plant lovers is jam-packed with choice plants. Hosts Thordis and Alan Gray (of East Ruston Old Vicarage gardens) catch up with their horticultural (or should that be naughty-cultural!) friends to talk about their favourite plants of the moment. It's a bit like a stroll around a fantastic nursery or inspiring garden, but with someone telling you what all the plants are! ... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 194 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | How ToEducationLeisureHome & Garden | |||
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Alan and Thordis wish you a very merry Christmas and all the best for 2026.
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Anemone pavonina
Agave montana
Daphne bholua ‘Spring Beauty‘
Punica granatum var. Nana
Cordyline aust... more
September already and East Ruston Old Vicarage is as bursting with colour as you might expect! Alan Gray brings just a few favourites for Show and Tell, while Thordis is FLOMO*ing over a very 'Alan' container she spotted on holiday!
*FLOMO = FLoral/... more
This month Alan Gray has come along with an arm full of Show and Tell, from his container-planting stalwarts to an eye-catching Crinum! I bet you'll be ooh-ing and aah-ing as much as his Talking Dirty co-presenter Thordis.
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Phlox drummond... more
From gap-fillers to planting for climate change, here's a meander through Alan Gray's latest escapades at East Ruston Old Vicarage, alongside his Talking Dirty co-presenter Thordis.
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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Madame Emile Mouillère'
Hydran... more
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- Absolutely Brilliant
I’ve been listening to the podcast for about 12months, and been hooked! As well as the current/latest, I’ve been listening to the archive of past episodes, it’s an absolute wealth of advice and knowledge for the amateur gardener like me. Alan, Thordis and their guests have taught me SO much! Thank you a million. Chris lancashire_gardener
Apple Podcasts5Chris lancashire_gardener
United Kingdom2 months ago - Splendid
Thank you for your entertaining and informative podcast. I have been listening for years but have not left a review…better late than never. I love the enthusiasm of Thordis and of course Alan is always engaging. This is a thoroughly uplifting listen for the horticultural enthusiast.
Apple Podcasts5Rob CurlewUnited Kingdom4 months ago - Delightful
Love love love!
Apple Podcasts5KHASL
United States5 months ago - Always a joy to listen to!
Love this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5Love Gardening TinaUnited Kingdom9 months ago - Absolute gardening gold!
I love Alan and Thordis. What a joy they are, bringing love and laughter to the gardening world. Top podcast!
Apple Podcasts5Wink's IpodUnited Kingdom3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #50 | United Kingdom/Leisure/Home & Garden |
Apple Podcasts | #48 |  China/Leisure/Home & Garden |
Apple Podcasts | #69 |  Ireland/Leisure/Home & Garden |
Apple Podcasts | #70 |  New Zealand/Leisure/Home & Garden |
Apple Podcasts | #97 |  Denmark/Leisure/Home & Garden |
Apple Podcasts | #99 |  Belgium/Leisure/Home & Garden |
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Focused on the joys and nuances of horticulture, this podcast invites listeners into the vibrant world of plants through the engaging discussions led by hosts who are deeply rooted in the gardening community. Each episode showcases a variety of plants, providing insights into their cultivation, care, and unique characteristics. Listeners benefit from practical tips on propagation and seasonal gardening, while being entertained by the humorous camaraderie of the hosts. The content resonates with both novice and experienced gardeners alike, offering a wealth of knowledge, delightful anecdotes, and a deep connection to gardening culture.
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Talking Dirty launched 5 years ago and published 194 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Talking Dirty include:
1. Chris Holden
2. Nick Macer
3. Steve Paul Edney
4. Joe Sharman
5. Simon Wallis
6. Kathryn Bray
7. Val Bourne
8. Val Iris Bourne
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