Growing Home is a podcast that digs into the practices and products to help you take care of the place that means the most to you, your home. Each season, we'll be interviewing experts and experienced hobbyists for insights on pet care, lawn care, gardening, wild birds, backyard farming and more.
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The Wildlife Among Us - Connecticut Audubon Society's Patrick Comins
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Finding Another Way – Earth Animal founders Dr. Bob and Susan Goldstein
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The Farmer’s Almanac: Forecasting weather and life events with Peter Geiger
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Terry and Len get a chance to catch up with Peter Geiger, Editor of the Farmer’s Almanac. In our annual special, we talk about helpful hints for gardening and other tasks around the house, weather predictions for Terry’s wedding, and canoeing in a pumpkin. Join us for a meeting of old friends with new stories. Interview Notes: When it was founded, …
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An expert's perspective: Understanding the FDA’s investigation into dog food and heart disease
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What Our Pets Teach Us: Amy Newmark from Chicken Soup for the Soul
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In this wholesome episode, Terry sits down with Chicken Soup for The Soul Editor Amy Newmark. She talks about the making of the Chicken Soup books, and the importance of cats and dogs in our lives. Tuck in for this heartwarming episode of Growing Home.द्वारा Mackey's
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Natural Bug Repellents with Nancy Jack and Jeffrey Busch of Nantucket Spider
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This episode, Terry talks to Nancy Jack and Jeffrey Busch, the founders of the Nantucket Spider bug repellent company. Join us for a conversation about natural insect repellent, and starting your own business.द्वारा Mackey's
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Pollination - Terry Therrien & Len Giddix
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No matter how technologically advanced we get, Mother Nature still does some things better. One of these things is pollination. Join Terry and Len for tricky flowers, busy bees, and a honey tasting.द्वारा Mackey's
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Don't Be a "Strangea" to Hydrangeas- Terry Therrien & Len Giddix
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Why don't my hydrangeas bloom? Having hydrangeas in your garden can remind you of vacations gone by, even in the middle of the workweek. Join Terry and Len as they talk about the different varieties of this plant, and caring for them through the year, so you too can enjoy these impressive flowers.द्वारा Mackey's
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The Oh-So-Easy Approach to Roses- Terry Therrien and Len Giddix
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The rose has been a status symbol for ages, with only the wealthy having manicured rose gardens. But with today's plant breeding, anyone can have beautiful roses, if they give them enough love. Join hosts Terry and Len as they talk about planting and pruning roses, plus how to fight pests. Listen to our best smelling episode yet!…
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Innovation In Equine Nutrition - Dr. Karen Davison
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In this episode we talk to Karen Davison, Ph.D., a horse nutritionist who has worked at Purina for 25 years, to learn more about Purina’s 125 years of innovation and the latest in equine nutrition.द्वारा Mackey's
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How and When to Plant - Terry Therrien & Len Giddix
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It’s mid spring, and things are warming up. Is it time to plant? Join Terry and Len as they talk about when to plant, how to plant, whether to buy plants versus seeds, and a few tips on growing organically.द्वारा Mackey's
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How and When to Prune - Terry Therrien & Len Giddix
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"This is the year! We're going to work on the yard and have it ready for Memorial Day Weekend." "Wait, should I prune that? Should I plant this? Do I lime first?" Taking our gardening gloves off the shelf every Spring we meet a perfect storm of enthusiasm and confusion. But have no worries, Len & Terry will help you get off to a great start as they…
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Herbal Remedies - Kassie Mashiak
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What is herbalism? A form of witchcraft? Does it work? Please HELP MY ALLERGIES! Listen in as Kassie Mashiak, owner of Kassandra’s “It’s About Thyme” Herbs Unlimited, shares with us how we can use herbs to keep us healthy and improve our quality of life. Kassie generously shares her expertise with a humble and practical approach.…
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Digging Into Potatoes - Terry Therrien & Len Giddix
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The Truth About Feeding The Birds - Harlan Hyde
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2019 Farmers' Almanac Preview- Peter Geiger, Editor
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Will it be a White Christmas? What is the best day to go fishing? When should we harvest? Since 1818 the Farmers’ Almanac has been our guide to good living. In this episode we chat with Peter Geiger, the 40 year and second generation Editor of the Farmers’ Almanac. Peter shares with us the Almanac’s history and the development of life hacks and pre…
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Holiday Pet Safety - Dr. Andrea Dennis & Dr. Eva Ceranowicz
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Are the Holidays Happy for your pets? We’re joined by Dr. Andrea Dennis and Dr. Eva Ceranowicz, the hosts of the popular Saturday radio show Pet Talk on WTIC and practicing veterinarians at Bloomfield Animal Hospital, to uncover the common health and safety concerns for our pets during the holidays. In this episode we uncover the major and not so m…
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Our interview with Jonathan Hudak, the chef of Cafemantic, about what he looks for in quality ingredients, how we can prepare to be the chefs in our own homes this holiday season, and one of his own favorite recipes!द्वारा Mackey's
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Understanding Grass Seed - Barry Green
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An in depth interview with Barry Green, President and 5th generation of Jonathan Green, a leading lawn care products company. Barry helps us understand the difference in grass seeds and shares the development of his company's famed Black Beauty varieties.द्वारा Mackey's
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Fall Overseeding with Steve Rackliffe from UCONN Turf Science Program – Steve Rackliffe
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Fall overseeding is known as one of the best practices for achieving a healthy, thick, and green lawn. In this episode we interviewed Steve Rackliffe from the University of Connecticut Turf Science department for advice on how to successfully overseed this fall.द्वारा Mackey's
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