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Why Women Grow

Alice Vincent
Gardening
Nature
Motherhood
Chelsea Flower Show
Provence
Peatlands
Fungi
Biodiversity Loss
Sustainability
Personal Growth
Climate Change
Soil
Biodiversity
Horticulture
Braiding Sweetgrass
Resilience
Why Women Grow
Cancer Recovery
Floral Design
Mental Health

'These rich and intimate conversations offer new perspectives on our interactions with nature' - The FT I’m Alice Vincent and I’ve been on a quest to understand why women go to ground when there’s so much else to do. In Why Women Grow I have inspiring conversations with designers, chefs, entrepreneurs, and writers in their gardens. This isn’t a podcast about gardening. Sure there’s bit of that but... more

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Cynthia Fan was undertaking a pHD in plant molecular biology when her colleagues at the Edinburgh Botanics noticed how much she loved being in the greenhouses - and how she could do amazing things with a flower frog.

She’s now an artist and research... more

Mary Keen has worked in, documented and designed gardens all over the world for decades. But it’s the garden she’s made at home, during her ninth decade, that she writes most affectionately about.

In her seventh book, Diary of a Keen Gardener, she ... more

When singer-songwriter Yazmin Lacey found herself adrift after the release of her first album, Voice Notes, she discovered an unlikely muse in the earth. And she decided to study for her RHS Level 2 qualification in horticulture at the Walworth Garde... more

I’ve long been fascinated by roots - and the crossover between our families and the land that we are raised on. And it seems I’m not alone: Maggie O’Farrell was drawn to the Wild Atlantic Way after hearing stories about her heritage. Years later, and... more

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Recent Guests

Cynthia Fan
Artist and researcher blending scientific inquiry and visual expression
Independent researcher/artist
Episode: Cynthia Fan on how plants work
Mary Keen
Garden designer and author; subject of the episode
Independent
Episode: Mary Keen on a lifetime of gardening
Yazmin Lacey
Singer-songwriter and gardener who studied horticulture
Walworth Garden / Music career
Episode: Yazmin Lacey on gardening as muse
Maggie O'Farrell
A guest introduced as part of the season's lineup
Episode: Season 7: summer trailer
Olia Hercules
Activist, writer and chef
Chef and author of Strong Roots
Episode: Olia Hercules on gardening for survival
Pollyanna Wilkinson
Garden designer with a focus on accessible, enduring spaces
Studio Pollyanna
Episode: Pollyanna Wilkinson on designing a life-proof garden
Milli Proust
Gardener, writer and flora designer based in a remote corner of West Sussex
Episode: Milli Proust on building a garden
India Knight
Author and columnist discussed in intro as homemaker and writer
Author and columnist
Episode: India Knight on making home in a garden
Daisy Johnson
Author and Booker Prize nominee
Author of The Hotel and Everything Under
Episode: Daisy Johnson on how landscape shapes us

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Alice Vincent
Host of Why Women Grow; writer and gardener with a focus on women's perspectives in gardening and design.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 403 ratings
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    The people interviewed all seem to be off a similar, affluent background. I think the concept of the series (and book) is really interesting but it’s not relatable to all and it feels like it’s trying to be very inclusive but misses the mark with the selected guests. There’s plenty of women with gardens from diverse backgrounds it would be good to hear from the too

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    xfreshbatteryx
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Thought provoking interviews with women gardeners

    The diversity of topics and perspectives, and ways of being in the world, are incredibly inspiring.

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United States9 months ago
  • The diversity of topics and perspectives, and ways of being in the world, are incredibly inspiring.

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United States9 months ago
  • A lovely reflective listen

    I enjoy Alice’s gentle discussions with women gardeners and growers which take a deeper dive into the joy of working with the soil.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheLadyLich
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Horticultural Therapy at Its Vest

    The voices of Alice Vincent and her guests are so soothing. I listen and relisten to these podcasts at the end of the day to find peace. In addition, I learn so much to guide me on my gardening journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lls404
    United States2 years ago

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Sound design and questioning style are consistently praised for depth and warmth.
Guest line-up often centers affluent perspectives; some listeners crave more diversity.
The show feels intimate and soothing, with thoughtful conversations.
Audience finds episodes nourishing and grounding, especially for garden-related practice.

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Olia Hercules on gardening for survival
Q: Can you explain the concept of Summer Kitchens and why they matter in your storytelling?
Summer Kitchens are outdoor workspaces linked to the main house where preservation and cooking happen close to the garden, tracing a cultural practice from 1950s rural Ukraine that she uses to illustrate communal foodways and resilience.
Olia Hercules on gardening for survival
Q: What role do memories of family gardens play in your current garden design?
She describes planting in memory of matriarchs, maintaining gardens as an ongoing conversation with ancestors, and using herbs and flowers as a way to preserve heritage and provide daily ritual for her family.
Olia Hercules on gardening for survival
Q: How does gardening intersect with Ukrainian cuisine for you?
Olia explains that Ukrainian cooking starts from the soil, using seasonal, locally grown ingredients to create authentic flavors; gardening directly fuels traditional dishes and ferments, linking garden work to food culture.
Milli Proust on building a garden
Q: What does the garden teach you about balance and self-identity?
She describes growth as a process of shedding old skins and rediscovering herself through gardening, with a focus on simplicity and beauty guiding her work.
Milli Proust on building a garden
Q: How has motherhood changed your relationship with your garden?
Motherhood deepened her garden's meaning, tying growth to family memories and shaping how she shares knowledge and runs her business around home life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Why Women Grow

What is Why Women Grow about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A series of intimate conversations centered on women and the ways they engage with gardens, design, food, and ecology. Topics frequently span motherhood, resilience, home-making, and cultural heritage, with guests including designers, chefs, writers, and entrepreneurs who weave gardening into broader life, work, and identity. Notable strengths include thoughtful storytelling, a strong emphasis on personal journeys, and high-quality production that makes the conversations feel approachable and grounding. While many episodes spotlight affluent, design-forward perspectives, the show often ties gardening to climate consciousness, biodiversity, and community, making it appealing to listeners who value sustainability and mindful living. A sponsor... more

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1. Cynthia Fan
2. Mary Keen
3. Yazmin Lacey
4. Maggie O'Farrell
5. Olia Hercules
6. Pollyanna Wilkinson
7. Milli Proust
8. India Knight

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