Black in the Garden
Black in the Garden
Playlist by Black in the GardenThe podcast that resides at the intersection of Black Culture and horticulture in a world where all the garden fairies and most of the gnomes are white. Hosted by millennial black plant enthusiast and…Follow the podcast:
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Throwback: In Memory of Ananda Lewis
In Loving Memory of Ananda Lewis. We are deeply saddened that Ananda Lewis—television icon, mother, truth-teller, and fierce health advocate—has passed away. We were proud to have her join us on Black in the Garden as the Black media legend that she was, sharing her powerful story with grace, cando…
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Season Finale – Spring Wrap up
Soil Cousins, we made it to the Spring season finale! This wrap-up episode is a heartfelt celebration of our year in collaboration with WABE. After four years of independently producing Black in the Garden, this chapter brought new depth to our storytelling—with a full production team, a custom set…
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Fannie Lou Hamer: Self Sufficiency 101
In this powerful episode of Black in the Garden, Colah B and co-host Joshua Hite (aka Plant Zaddy) dig into the revolutionary legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer and the Freedom Farm Cooperative. They explore how Hamer’s vision of food sovereignty, land ownership, and cooperative economics empowered Black c…
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Mike Gibson: Topiary Titan of Television
In this episode of Black in the Garden, host Colah B. Tawkin sits down with world-renowned topiary artist Mike Gibson for a vibrant conversation about creativity, legacy, and the art of shaping living sculpture. From his early days growing up in Youngstown, Ohio, to working alongside the legendary …
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Farmwashing: Deception on Aisle 3
In this episode of Black in the Garden, Colah B and co-host Plant Zaddy dig into the concept of farmwashing—how big brands use the imagery of small, sustainable farms to sell products without truly supporting the farmers who make ethical food production possible. The conversation explores misleadin…
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Palms of the Diaspora
In this episode of Black in the Garden, Colah shares her lifelong love for palm trees, rooted in her Florida upbringing and travels across the country. Together with Plant Zaddy, they explore the fascinating ways palms show up across the African Diaspora — from food and textiles to traditional medi…
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The Power of Self-Sufficiency and Cultivating Resistance with Julien Virgin
In this bold and necessary episode of Black in the Garden, host Colah B. returns to a viral conversation that had Soil Cousins everywhere buzzing—how do we truly reclaim our economic power in a system designed to exploit it? Joined by journalist, cultural critic, and WABE reporter Julien Virgin, C…
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Spring Plant Care & Styling with Plant Zaddy
Soil Cousins! It’s time to get your houseplants spring-ready with none other than Joshua Hite, aka Plant Zaddy! You already know he’s family—from designing our set when Black in the Garden transitioned from audio to video (catch us on YouTube!) to becoming a beloved cohost, Joshua has been dropping…
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Don't Moss With Me II with Plant Zaddy & The Chocolate Botanist
We’re back with another plant-powered game that blends knowledge, culture, and plenty of laughs—Don’t Moss With Me! Inspired by the fast-paced fun of game of IKYFL from The Terrell Show. This Black botanical trivia challenge puts a fresh spin on exploring the vibrant intersections of Black culture…
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Storytelling for Justice: Filmmaking & Environmental Activism with Dana Michelle Maule
On this episode of Black in the Garden, we explore the intersection of storytelling, environmental justice, and Black history with award-winning filmmaker and activist Dana Michelle Maule. Dana’s latest project, Moncrief Springs, is a powerful travel documentary showcasing how urban tourism can pro…
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