Welcome to the cross-quarter between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, a time to celebrate the promise of spring through many cultural traditions. February 1st is the Feast of St Brigid and the Celtic Festival of Imbolc, which overlap with our Groundhog Day and Candlemas, each acknowledging the return of light and life that is beginning for all living things in this hemisphere. As for Gardening by the Signs this month, it's a perfect time for microgreens! Tune in to hear about this easy way to get a jump on growing your own food this season, plus an irresistible Valentine treat from the seasonal kitchen!

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Chocolate Ganache Brownie Cake
https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/news/6-low-waste-nutrient-dense-valentines-gift-ideas

A Guide to Microgreens
https://lady-farmer.com/blogs/news/a-guide-to-microgreens

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Slow Living Through The Seasons | 07 | February

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The earth is in so much pain right now — but how can we reconnect with our place in nature to help her? Osprey Orielle Lake, founder of WECAN (Women’s Earth & Climate Action Network, International, has just published “The Story Is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis”.  In this conversation, she talks about the importance of women's leadership in climate solutions, detailing how gender inequality exacerbates climate vulnerability and how women's involvement is crucial for sustainable outcomes. Osprey's work emphasizes the need for a just transition to clean energy, touching on the detrimental effects of patriarchy and racism on the environment. She takes us through some of her successes as a leader advocating for systemic change to address root causes of environmental degradation.

Topics Discussed
· The Rights to Nature Movement
· Founding of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN)·
· How Women Create Balance and Healing in Society
· Balance and Harmony with Nature
· Environmental Degradation
· Climate Justice
· Dismantling Systems of Oppression
· Reciprocity with the Earth
· How to Live in Balance
· Environmental Laws & Justice System
· Speaking Language, Memory, and a Storied Living Landscape
· Healing Relationships
· The Impact of Women-led Movements
· Damage of the Patriarchy on Our Relationship to the Earth
· Growing Up in the Countryside
· Humanity’s Destructive Imprint on the World
· Colonization
· The Pain of Transformation

Episode Resources:
· Read “The Story Is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis” by Osprey Orielle Lake
· Listen to The Good Dirt “191. Paul Hawken on Carbon, Climate and Connection”

Connect with Osprey Orielle Lake:
· Website: http://www.ospreyoriellelake.info/OspreyOrielleLake/Home.html
· Instagram @ospreyoriellelake: https://www.instagram.com/ospreyoriellelake/
· WECAN International: https://www.wecaninternational.org/who-we-are
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194. Empowering Women in Environmentalism with WECAN Founder Osprey Orielle Lake (Part 1)

Join us for this special Mother's Day episode as mother and daughter team Mary and Emma share what it's like running a business and producing a weekly podcast together. They also have family news to share—both joyful and sad. You can read about Jeanne's beautiful life here.
In the episode, they talk about the privilege and delight of working together, the division of labor and expertise, and the importance of setting boundaries. They also touch on the challenges and frustrations that come with running a business and the need to separate personal and work lives. Overall, they emphasize the joy and fulfillment they find in their collaboration. and how it has forced them to grow and work on communication skills.
Mary and Emma are also taking this opportunity to announce that Emma is going to be a mom, and they discuss their plans for the podcast during Emma's maternity leave. They touch on the challenges and decisions involved in becoming a parent and the consumer pressures that can come at this time. They emphasize the importance of removing judgment from parenting choices and the need for support and understanding in navigating the entrance to parenthood.
In bringing the discussion to a close, Mary and Emma remind us that Mother's Day can be a difficult day for some people, and they encourage others to acknowledge their own feelings and associations around this time and to practice self care where it's needed. They also acknowledge Mother Earth as the mother of all, and as the ultimate source of life and sustenance.

Topics Discussed:
• In an intro, Mary announces the passing of her mother on May 1st after the recording of this episode.
• Working with family can be a privilege and a delight, bringing a unique dynamic to the business.
• Setting clear roles and boundaries can help maintain a healthy working relationship.
• Separating personal and work lives is important for maintaining balance and avoiding burnout.
• Challenges and frustrations are a normal part of running a business, but finding joy and fulfillment in the work can make it all worthwhile.
• Working with family can be a privilege and provide flexibility, but it also requires growth and communication skills.
• Becoming a parent involves making challenging decisions and facing pressure and guilt, but it's important to remove shame and judgment from parenting choices.
• Mother's Day can be a difficult day for some people, and it's important to offer support and understanding.
• Let's celebrate Mother Earth on Mother's Day, as the ultimate source of life and sustenance



193. A Mother's Day Conversation and Family Announcements: A Time of Loss and Joy

Welcome to May, the month that celebrates moms and flowers, wraps up the school year, launches graduates of all ages and stages, and inaugurates summer with its exit. May 1st, or May Day is the second cross-quarter day of the year, traditionally known as Beltane and celebrated as a time of fertility and growth. But beyond the cultural observances and celebrations, what is May? In this episode, Mary talks about low waste alternatives in a season of high consumption, bee swarm season, and gardening by the signs of the moon. She also talks about how all the celebrations of May can be complicated, stressful and sad for some people, how to embrace slow living through this busy time as a means of self care, and how to find your May, the one that brings you the joy of flowers and warmer days. Don't miss the recipe for strawberry kefir, a delicious probiotic treat. And don't forget to order your seeds and organic fertilizers using the discount codes below!

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Slow Living Through The Seasons | May

How do we nurture our plants and gardens with the best, most sustainable fertilizer around? One family’s quest for sustainability in their business led to the creation of Neptune’s Harvest, a full line of organic fertilizers that utilizes a by- product of the seafood industry. On today’s episode, we spoke with with Ann Molloy from this 5th generation family-run company in Gloucester, MA. We learn about the rich heritage of Gloucester in the fishing industry and how Neptune’s Harvest evolved from the family’s seafood business, pioneering a variety of organic fertilizers so that all parts of the harvested fish are used and not disposed of as waste. We also learn about Ann's personal journey from an art student who traveled with the Grateful Dead, to her pivotal role in marketing and sales at Neptune's Harvest. If you’re wondering what is so special about fish fertilizer, Ann shares all of the benefits that we can expect from Neptune’s Harvest and her favorite products. Get ready to make some good dirt!

Topics Discussed:
· The Grateful Dead
· From Art Major to Sales and Marketing
· Working in a Family Business & Passing it to the Next Generation
· Chitin
· Growing Squash Plants
· Seed Starting and Sustainable Gardening
· Organic Fertilizers
· Ann’s Journey & The Fascinating History of Neptune's Harvest
· The Benefits of Fish Fertilizer
· Gardening Tips
· Using Fish Waste
· The Environmental Impact of Fish Waste Disposal
· Soil Enhancers
· Liquid Humate
· Italian Heritage
· Nutrients in Soil & Food
· Combatting Garden Pests with Natural Solutions
· The Importance of Sustainable and Organic Gardening
· Addressing Climate Change and Its Effects on Fishing
· Celebrating Gloucester's Rich Fishing History
· Understanding Organic Labels and Certification

Episode Resources:
· April Slow Living Episode
· Tomato & Vegetable Fertilizer
· Liquid Crab & Lobster Fertilizer
· Hydrolyzed Fish Fertilizer

Connect with Ann Malloy:
· Website: https://www.neptunesharvest.com
· Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-molloy-949a1a43/
· Email: Ann@NeptunesHarvest.com
· Neptune’s Harvest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/neptunesharvest
· Neptune’s Harvest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neptunesharvest/
· Neptune’s Harvest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neptunesharvest/
· Glouchester SALT: https://www.gloucestersalt.org

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192. Organic Fertilizers from the Sea: A Sustainable Solution with  Ann Molloy from Neptune's Harvest

In this conversation with best selling author and activist Paul Hawken, we discuss the reframing of our relationship with nature by moving away from the concept of "othering" ourselves, and more towards the integration of our interconnectedness. Paul speaks of the cultural disconnect, the role of language in shaping our perception of the environment, and how crucial it is to engage directly with the natural world. Hawken's vast experience, including starting the first natural food company (Erewhon) in the U.S. and working with Martin Luther King Jr., as well as his involvement in founding Regeneration and NEXUS, are all a result of a lifetime of pursuing solutions to our climate crisis. He shares how he views carbon and climate change through a lens of interconnectedness and flow rather than as isolated problems. He also talks about his upcoming book, 'Carbon, the Book of Life,' the significance of soil regeneration, societal shifts and the connection between joy and sustainability as well as the power of individual and community action in the face of environmental challenges.



Slow Living Through The Seasons | 07 | February

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