Boots and Heels

When do you lamb a sheep? Does drilling involve DIY? How do farmers spend their Christmas?

During episode 5, we speak with farmer and author, Joe Stanley, about the seasons, his latest book and sidekicks Ted and Toby.

Whether spring is blossoming, or the leaves are burning red, it’s not just the seasons that change- it’s the farming calendar too and Joe is keen to share those moments with you.

Join us to understand when strawberries are in season, what we grow in the UK and why we’re able to stuff our faces this festive season.

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Are cows single-hoofedly destroying the planet? Should we really be eating less meat? How green really is our countryside?

In episode 4, we speak with BBC’s Countryfile star, Adam Henson, about his life on the farm, the importance of nature and his thoughts on saving the planet.

From changes to his own Cotswold Farm Park, visiting schools to educate children, to using his media platform to make a difference, Adam tells us about the importance of continuing to learn.

In addition, we discuss how both farmer and non-farmer alike can make their own impact no matter their garden size.

Plus, find out if Adam prefers his boot days on the farm or ‘heels’ on TV.

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What’s a first gen farmer? Can you put a lamb on your birthday list? Are Facebook followers just sheep? 

Forget GenZ and make way for #FirstGen 

In this episode, we speak to Floss Styles who created the First Gen Farmer Facebook group. 

Her not-so-small Facebook following is, says Floss, not a following at all – it is a community.

Getting a foothold in agriculture can be really hard for those who didn’t grow up on a farm, but Floss say the internet has created so many opportunities for new entrants like her.

Find out how she got started on her farming journey and listen to her top tips for getting on that first rung.

Plus hear Lizzie’s funniest farming moment so far… and how not to get over an electric fence! 

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Are TV shows a real representation of farming? Does the press just cement a narrow stereotype? Is social media simply a burden?

In this episode, we join Amanda Owen- The Yorkshire Shepherdess - at her home in Ravenseat- as we have an honest chat about her success, facing criticism and the answers to our first mythbuster: the media.

Sat by the fire, cuppa in hand and the dogs asleep, we delve into her latest series of Channel 5’s Our Yorkshire Farm, her new book Celebrating the Seasons and her successful UK tour.

Further greeted by Clive and the children, with Clemmy encouraging us to take Tony the Pony in our car, Amanda continues to open up about family life, the power of hands-on education and the pressures of conforming to the expected stereotype.

Plus, find out what ingredient Clive hates, Amanda’s view on Mary Berry and her favourite recipe to cook! 

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We're back with a NEW BONUS episode! Join us as we speak with Brontë Mitchell- founder of Femme Country magazine-about her journey, the people behind the brands and our feature in their summer edition.

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In the final episode of series 1, we speak with Olivia Brabbs, a photographer who combines a documentary approach to her images with a feminine eye for detail. Olivia's shots relating to her Farm to Fork portfolio particularly caught our eye when we were looking for someone to work with on a new exciting photo shoot project.

Listen now, to hear a sneak peak about something NEW we have planned...

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In Episode 9 of the Boots and Heels podcast, we chat to students who are currently studying at Hartpury College and hoping to form part of the next generation of those involved in agriculture.

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In our 8th episode, we speak with Rob McAneney, who has taken on a five year tenancy part of the Next Generation programme.

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In this episode, we welcome Ivory, a poultry manager and Clare a vegetarian who owns her own business. Together, we discuss the topic of animal welfare, education and look at two different perspectives.

Disclaimer: This discussion is not to encourage arguments or divide people. Instead, we hope to bring people together to better understand one another, respect individuals opinions and decisions and to learn how we can grow as an industry and consumer. 

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