Black in the Garden (Colah B)
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| 29 Apr 2022 | The Origin of Rich Soil with Kristine Mays Pt. 1 | 00:58:07 | |
This episode is focusing on artist Kristine Mays who's wire sculptures are currently touring public gardens across the U.S.(most recently featured at Atlanta Botanical Garden). The exhibit is called Rich Soil. Join us for part 1 of this conversation to get inspired by Kristines story of starting from humble beginnings in San Francisco. Learn more and support via these links:
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| 07 Sep 2023 | Landscaping: From the Field to the Boardroom, with Chad Carroll | 00:49:39 | |
We’ve discussed landscaping before, but not quite like this. Our guest, Chad Carroll is a Senior Manager executive at SiteOne, one of the largest and most prominent players in the national landscape supply industry. Chad shares insights from his formative years and the importance of impacting the future of the Green Industry via organizations like MANNRS. Host Colah B Tawkin gets the tea on Black misconceptions of landscaping and reasons why it’s a hugely missed economic opportunity. Explore the exciting intersection of landscaping, creativity and horticulture. Chad’s story may gag you a bit, and You’ll never guess which bougie legend we compared the Japanese maple to. Connect with Chad via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadwickcarroll Website: Www.siteone.com Credits Host: Colah B Tawkin Producer: Colah B Tawkin Executive Producer: Crystal DeVone Writer: Colah B Tawkin Sound Engineer: Carl Kevin Robinson Jr. Theme song: Ill Sounds LLC Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram/Threads @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 Dec 2019 | Thee D.O.P.E. Episode | 00:46:22 | |
On episode 5 Colah B Tawkin takes us down memory lane with a tribute to collard greens and a shout out to the ancestors. We welcome some Alpha male energy with our first Botanical Brotha to guest on the show: Geoffrey from Depend on Planet Earth. It's the D.O.P.E. episode y'all! *airhorns* Geoffrey shared his inspirational origin story about losing his mother and gaining a renewed purpose that put him on the path to plantrepreneurship and community service. He literally switched from fast food to slow food; cause growing is a process that should include a Chia Pet. We also chopped it up about keeping it real with the kids about shady produce origins to encourage the practice of organic gardening. Geoffrey schooled us on how to save the pollinators by planting more flowers in our gardens from nature's sperm bank. We also salute our ancestors Tupac and Biggie with a reference to Pak choi and get some winter growing suggestions. In the end, we agree to disagree on one winter vegetable! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 12 May 2020 | 5 Survival Lessons from our Plants | 00:31:53 | |
We asked 5 plants how to survive a pandemic. SURVEY SAYYYYS: the top 5 answers are in Episode 3 from Season 2 of Black in the Garden!! Shout out to Soil Sista, Bri (@eargardn) for the Monstera gem and Sista Lu (@soulsistaplants) for the ficus wisdom! . . Get Coco and Seed by visiting linktr.ee/blackinthegarden Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Mar 2023 | Tawkin Bout the Weather: What’s Your Last Frost Date? | 00:48:04 | |
In light of the duality of the weather and the resulting confusion about when to plant, Colah B Tawkin takes on the topic of last frost dates. Colah breaks down the impact of climate change on planters and discusses three ways to calculate your last frost date in the style our Soil Cousins have come to enjoy. Happy planting y’all!
Like what you heard? Text Colah at (833)819-3926 about your favorite moments. Here's what to do to Help sustain this show: * SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram #Blackinthegarden @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok Rate 5 stars on Spotify! Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Send a donation: Cashapp: $blackinthegarden PayPal: blackinthegarden@gmail.com Buy MERCH! BIkinthegarden.com Drop a line: hello@blkinthegarden.com and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Nov 2024 | Storytime: Pearl Fryar, Titan of Topiary | 00:26:13 | |
In uncertain times, what better way to find inspiration than through a great story? On this episode of Black In The Garden, we spotlight incredible Black individuals who have made a significant impact in the world of horticulture. Today, we shine a light on Pearl Fryar, a man whose passion for plants goes beyond mere gardening. He’s made a real difference through his unique and artistic approach to horticulture. Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of topiary—the art of sculpting plants into stunning shapes. Pearl Fryar’s name stands out like a perfectly pruned masterpiece. With just a pair of shears and a lot of heart, Fryar transformed a small corner of South Carolina into a breathtaking living canvas that continues to inspire people around the globe. Adding to the conversation is Plant Zaddy, ready to share more insights about Fryar's journey and legacy. Tune in and get ready to see your hedges in a whole new light! Documentary: A Man Named Pearl For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden
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| 04 Feb 2020 | George Washington Carver: The Botanical G.O.A.T. Pt. I | 00:39:56 | |
Join us on Part 1 of 2 (Episode 11) for a discussion on George Washington Carver to kick off Black History Month TwennyTWENN! We're not here for the peanut lessons you learned in school either. Colah B Tawkin has a convo with modern day Botanical Brotha and crazy botanist, Derek. We get rap with Derek and come to learn a bit about Carver's influence on him because representation matters. Part 1 of our conversation gets into Carver's 'straight out of a Toni Morrison novel' origin story, how G. Dubb C saved the economy of the south and you guessed it: academic discriminatory shade. To be continued... . . Keep up with Derek, our #Botanicalbrotha : @botanical.highlander on Instagram The Crazy Botanist on Facebook and Youtube (subscribe!) Visit TheCrazybotanist.com . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 19 Mar 2025 | Storytelling for Justice: Filmmaking & Environmental Activism with Dana Michelle Maule | 00:42:55 | |
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 protect Black neighborhoods and preserve their rich cultural legacy. Beyond filmmaking, Dana is a dedicated environmental advocate and a member of the Sierra Club’s Northeast Florida Executive Committee, working to amplify Black voices in the environmental movement. In this conversation, we discuss the importance of greenspaces in historically Black communities, the role of media in driving social change, and how we can all take action to protect our environment and heritage. Join us for an inspiring discussion on using creativity as a tool for activism and the future of Black-led environmental justice. Tune in now! For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 26 Nov 2019 | Plantrepreneurship: Stefane the Seed Slayer | 00:39:18 | |
On episode 2 we blackily continue to electric slide at the intersection of black culture and horticulture with a very special guest! Stefane Hicks, founder of the dopest seed company, Seedmail joins us for a conversation about where all plants begin: With a seed! We discuss why presentation matters (+the art of Korean gifting), why REPresentation matters, Black Girl Magic seeds, the big fro show/natural hair pre-Youtube and MORE. In the end Colah B learns a lesson on progress over perfection from a few crunchy technical difficulties, but you gone get this episode! Grow along with Stefane by following: @seedmailseedco, @mint2grow and @mint2monstera Get you some FRESH 99cent seeds @ seedmailseed.co "Speak Back!" Don't be rude (your mama would not approve) and no need to be shy. We want to hear from YOU! Go to linktr.ee/Blackinthegarden , Tap ‘Speak Back’ then ‘Send a voice message’ and tell us about your #Monsteraboo to be featured on a bonus episode. Shout out your IG handle and let us know wassup with you and your Monstera, Boo! Follow us on Twitter @blackinthegarden --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 25 Aug 2021 | Floral Artistry w/ Karla of Olivee Floral | 01:15:29 | |
Colah took some time to elaborate on how the Black in the Garden theme song 🎶came together and pontificated on ancestral connections to seed starting. 🌱She still wants you to text her! 📱833-819-3926 This episode was Recorded early spring before Mothers Day with our plantrepreneurial guest, Karla Smith-Brown founder of OLIVEE Floral, an artistic floral design studio in Brooklyn, New York. Karla talked with Colah about her grandmother’s legacy in relation to how she named her floral business and Sustainable practices in floral industry. This conversation also included: Best practice for pressing flowers How Karla extends the life of flowers Tea on set designing and Karla’s editorial features The Soil Sista vibes were present!✨🌱 Keep up with Karla & Olivee Floral online https://www.oliveefloral.com/about Instagram : @oliveefloral Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 💳Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | Who’s Missing from Black Media and Gardening Media? | 00:32:26 | |
Presented by Black in the Garden LLC in partnership with Atlanta History Center Episode 1: ‘Who’s Missing from Black Media and Gardening Media?’ Join host Colah B Tawkin on Episode 1 of this 4 part series, Botanical Black History: Visiting the Landscapes of Black America for an exploration of the history of Black Media and Gardening Media as Colah discusses the history of how Black joy with plants has been largely omitted from media in American history. Atlanta History Center’s Cherokee Garden Library is highlighted for it’s abundant resources, especially the Cultural Landscapes of Black America visual arts materials. Learn more about Atlanta History Center: AtlantahistoryCenter.com Twitter: @ATLHistCenter IG: @Atlantahistorycenter To view the Gardens and Cultural Landscapes of Black America visual arts Collection https://album.atlantahistorycenter.com/digital/collection/p17222coll23 Help us ID persons, places, and plants in the collection: reference@atlantahistorycenter.com Credits Host: Colah B Tawkin Producer: Colah B Tawkin Writer: Colah B Tawkin Associate Producer: Maurice Eckstein Sound Engineer: Jerome the PodcastMaster Music Producer: Crios Music Podcast Visual Art: Cory France Trailer Sound Engineer: Jahi Whitehead Trailer Video Editor: Christopher Williams @rznzproductions Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 26 Feb 2025 | What’s Your Plantasy? | 00:39:36 | |
In this whimsical and lavish episode of Black in the Garden, Colah B. Tawkin turns the luxury dial all the way up as she explores the ultimate plant lover’s fantasy—a world where money is no object, and no plant is off-limits! Joined by the ever-fabulous Derek, The Chocolate Botanist, this conversation reimagines horticulture through a lens of opulence, creativity, and pure green indulgence. Think Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous meets MTV Cribs, but with rare orchids, towering tropicals, and extravagant botanical estates. From dream gardens and plant-inspired fashion to high-end green spaces and luxurious plant-based travel. As we navigate these challenging times, joy and inspiration are more important than ever. So, Soil Cousins, grab your journals, pour a fancy drink, and settle in for an episode that’s equal parts aspiration, escapism, and plant-fueled fantasy. This is your PLANTASY—a lush, vibrant world where you and your plants are living your absolute best life! For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 09 Jun 2020 | Mostly Black and Gardening with Siri Lorece | 01:11:54 | |
On Episode 6 of Season 2, Colah B Tawkin opens with a lot of transparency about what had happened to the 'lost' episode (and why), concerns about the white gaze and the state of the Black delegation. We're joined by the Host of Kinda Hippie, Kinda Hood podcast: Siri Lorece! She's a multi-passionate Iowa girl in a California World who does all the things: multi-zone gardener, musician, homeschooling mom, wife, yogi, community builder and beyond. Siri and Colah chopped it up about her humble beginnings with a ‘struggly patch’ in Chicago, lavender germination fails, exploring the dichotomy of hippie and hood as a black woman, the vulnerability of podcasters + more in this pre-pandemic conversation. Do you remember the time? . . Keep up with SIri: @Sirilorece Instagram, Facebook, Twitter sirilorece.com . . Get Coco and Seed by visiting linktr.ee/blackinthegarden Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 22 Nov 2023 | Tawkin Spicy: The Dark History of Pumpkin Spice | 01:04:32 | |
Soil Cousins are in for an exclusive treat! Colah unveils a special announcement: offering dedicated listeners exclusive access unreleased episodes. We opening the VAULT! Tap the Patreon link below to subscribe for an intimate look into the untold stories that have yet to air. Colah unravels the dark and exploitative history behind the season’s most popular spice blend—pumpkin pie spice. We’re talkin SPICY (this one is PG-13) about the troubling origins and violent history associated with this ubiquitous flavor, and Seattle’s favorite coffee brand is catching strays. Tap in to get the tea on the spice that will make you think twice next time you’re baking with it. Referenced article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2023/10/06/history-pumpkin-spice-colonialsim-dutch/ Follow: @plants.and.culture on Instagram
Credits Host: Colah B Tawkin Writer: Maham Javaid via WashingtonPost.com Producer: Colah B Tawkin Theme song: Ill Sounds LLC Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram/Threads @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 20 Jun 2021 | Daddy B Tawkin: Father’s Day Special! | 01:13:19 | |
Black in the Garden kicks off Season 4 during Juneteenth and Father’s Day weekend with a candid conversation between Colah and her Dad. Daddy B Tawkin discusses his dad and early years farming, his family’s garden and life in rural Georgia during the Civil Rights era. Mama B Tawkin even made a cameo! Dig in to this episode to hear more about: Why Daddy didn’t want to continue farming as an adult. An encounter with the KKK. Racism in the military, especially in Iceland. The struggle to claim his father’s settlement from Pigford II class action lawsuit. And much more! Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 💳Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 04 Mar 2022 | A Black History Month Reflection Rant | 00:46:31 | |
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| 28 Apr 2023 | It’s 4:20 Somewhere | 01:02:33 | |
It’s 4:20 somewhere so join us for our [belated] 4th annual celebration of 420 of Black in the Garden!
Like what you heard? Text Colah at (833)819-3926 about your favorite moments. Here's what to do to Help sustain this show: * SHARE IT!* @Blackinthegarden on Instagram #Blackinthegarden @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok Rate 5 stars on Spotify! Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Send a donation: Cashapp: $blackinthegarden PayPal: blackinthegarden@gmail.com Buy MERCH! BIkinthegarden.com Drop a line: hello@blkinthegarden.com and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 12 Feb 2025 | Break Up with Roses – A Valentine’s Plant Guide | 00:36:17 | |
Roses are red, violets are blue… but have you ever considered heart-shaped leaves as unique as you? Love is in the air, and in this special Valentine’s Plant Guide, Colah B Tawkin and Plant Zaddy challenge the traditional rose bouquet by highlighting alternative plants that symbolize love and growth. We’re digging into plants that offer beauty, longevity, and a deeper connection to nature. Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation about heart-shaped foliage, Black florists, botanical symbolism, and why it’s time to rethink your Valentine’s Day gifting game! For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 26 Mar 2022 | Life in Full Bloom! | 00:49:44 | |
Our Soil Cousin, Christopher ‘Plant Kween’ Griffin is releasing their book: 'You Grow, GURL!' and is back on the podcast to tell us more about it. We're excited about this milestone and the growth that’s taken place since our last conversation. If you haven't already preordered, you can getchu a copy today! Here’s the link: Learn more about Underground Arborist and SUPPORT: undergroundarborist.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 31 Mar 2021 | A Whole Design Star: Carmeon Hamilton | 00:46:17 | |
Nubi Interiors boss, environmental curator and designer extraordinaire, Carmeon Hamilton joined Colah to discuss her journey from child of a Plant Lady to multi talented designer in high demand! Carmeon shares how she almost quit plants but they never quit her, how she feels about her feature in Architectural Digest and much more! Follow on Instagram: @carmeon.hamilton Go to carmeonhamilton.com 💁🏽♀️Lifestyle Blog 🪴plant guide 📅booking Go to blkinthegarden.com to get your Melanin on Mustard T-shirt while supplies last! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🎙Tune in to The Plant Kiki on the same podcatcher you’re listening on today. ♻️Join The Compost Society @compostsociety @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden in Twitter Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: 📩Blackinthegarden@gmail.com#Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 11 Aug 2023 | Foraging for Freedom: Harriet Tubman's Botanical Legacy | 00:30:36 | |
Presented by Black in the Garden LLC in partnership with Atlanta History Center Episode 1: 'Foraging for Freedom: Harriet Tubman's Botanical Legacy.' Join host, Colah B Tawkin on the 2023 Summer season opener exploring Harriet Tubman's unparalleled contributions as a naturalist, cook, herbalist, forager, and ornithology enthusiast. Discover Tubman's profound connection to the environment, her culinary ingenuity, and her role as a pioneering conductor on the Underground Railroad. Atlanta History Center’s Cherokee Garden Library is highlighted for its abundant resources; many resources found in their collections provide supplementary information that enhance the tale of Tubman's botanical journey. Learn more about Atlanta History Center: AtlantahistoryCenter.com Twitter: @ATLHistCenter IG: @Atlantahistorycenter Credits Host: Colah B Tawkin Producer: Colah B Tawkin Executive Producer: Crystal DeVone Writer: Colah B Tawkin Sound Engineer:Calvin Bailiff Podcast Visual Art: Cory France, Colah B Tawkin Trailer Video Editor: Christopher Williams @rznzproductions Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 30 Apr 2020 | Stay Ready and Save the Earth with: Ashley Renne | 01:26:33 | |
We're back for Season 2 with some new sounds, fly art and more dope guests! On episode 1 Colah B Tawkin catches up about that one time she took a break from podcasting to deal with a pandemic and figure out how to return for another season. We get to know our Soil Sista Ashley Renne, vegan and sustainability coach, influencer and youtuber (with the ill production skills!) who came to drops gems about things like : Adapting to change during uncertain times, the Sustainable mindset, Sustainability as a pandemic ‘hack’ and being intentional about keeping plants alive. We highlighted black environmentalists: John Francis and Wangari Maathi and why we all should be Planeteers. We come to understand 'Stay ready and you ain't gotta get ready' is a sustainable lifestyle mantra. . . Season 2 Premiere Party link : linktr.ee/blackinthegarden . . Follow Ashley Renne (and her ambitions as a farmher) Heyashleyrenne.com @Heyashleyrenne: IG Hey Ashley Renne on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/TravelLushes Opening theme : illsounds.com Podcast Art : Paulachampagne.com . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 14 May 2022 | The Origin of Rich Soil with Kristine Mays Pt. 2 | 00:33:16 | |
This episode is focusing on artist Kristine Mays who's wire sculptures are currently touring public gardens across the U.S.(most recently featured at Atlanta Botanical Garden). The exhibit is called Rich Soil. Join us for part 2 of this conversation to hear Kristines story of how the Rich Soil exhibit was inspired, the process of her labor and the exhiobit's bi-coastal journey. Learn more and support via these links:
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| 23 Oct 2024 | Plants, Community, and Business with Tropical Express | 00:34:11 | |
On this episode of Black In The Garden, we explore the incredible journey of Tropical Express ATL, a business that sprouted from a backyard greenhouse and blossomed into one of Atlanta’s most beloved plant destinations. From serving plant lovers, photographers, and filmmakers, to being a go-to spot for creatives, Tropical Express has become more than just a plant shop—it's a community hub. We'll discuss how Tropical Express embraced the shift in how people viewed plants and indoor spaces during the pandemic, and how its founder embarked on bold “plant hunts” to curate a standout collection. Whether you're passionate about plants, business, or community, this episode offers fresh insights on growing not just plants, but dreams. Tune in for a captivating conversation about nurturing both nature and ambition. For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Mar 2021 | Eat What Bugs You: w/ Entomophagy Enthusiast, JaVon | 00:56:44 | |
Colah has some announcements, most notably Merch is AVAILABLE now on blkinthegarden.com 🥳and supplies are limited so cop yours TODAY! This episode may not be for the faint of heart but it definitely is for the open minded as our conversation is centering entomophagy: the practice of eating insects.🍴🐌🍴 Colah and JaVon Lattimore, our resident entomophagy enthusiast, have a very insightful conversation starting with Gardening vs farming and her entomology origin story. They also unpack forensic entomology, the entomophagy spectrum of interest, ambitions as a entotarian, where to shop to start on your entomophagy journey, dating with ‘quirks’ and predictions linking the future of entomophagy and ♻️sustainability. 🐜Spoiler alert: bugs could be the protein source and saving grace of the future! Follow JaVon on Instagram for visuals and inspiration: @En.tune @Insectinsight @Vonnroach Go to blkinthegarden.com to get your Melanin on Mustard T-shirt while supplies last! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🎙Tune in to The Plant Kiki on the same podcatcher you’re listening on today. ♻️Join The Compost Society @compostsociety @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden in Twitter Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: 📩Blackinthegarden@gmail.com#Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 27 Jul 2021 | Throwback! George Washington Carver: The Botanical G.O.A.T. Pt. I | 00:36:49 | |
Issa Throwback! We bringing back this episode to celebrate Black Botanists Week 2021. Join us on Part 1 of 2 for a discussion on George Washington Carver! We're not here for the peanut lessons you learned in school either. Colah B Tawkin has a convo with modern day Botanical Brotha and crazy botanist, Derek. We get rap with Derek and come to learn a bit about Carver's influence on him because representation matters. Part 1 of our conversation gets into Carver's 'straight out of a Toni Morrison novel' origin story, how G. Dubb C saved the economy of the south and you guessed it: academic discriminatory shade. To be continued... . . Celebrate Black Botanists with us: Follow @Blackbotanistsweek on Instagram and Twitter Keep up with Derek, our #Botanicalbrotha : @thechocolatebotanist on Instagram The Crazy Botanist on Facebook and Youtube (subscribe!) Visit TheCrazybotanist.com Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this podcast:SHARE IT!️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts!Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Buy MERCH! Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Apr 2021 | Spring Breakin: PSA | 00:10:04 | |
Colah is pumping the (Spring) Breaks on Season 3 because: rest! CawBFXULJBfBvOFPQMVd ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 12 Jan 2021 | Playing the Trombone Squash with Farmer Ken! | 01:02:44 | |
Episode 7 of Season 3 is packed with all your faves including the kids, our resident entomologist Nadia and Garden 411 with Dr. Hayley! Colah had a dope conversation with the brilliant and highly educated Farmer Ken who is as creative musically as he is in the garden. Ken dropped knowledge about Chickens and what a food forest is plus how to make the most of it. In discussing Hardiness zones/sunset zones we learned about California climate misconceptions and how Microclimates work. Our Botanical Brotha was happy to share some of his favorite rare and interesting herbs and crops and Colah was hype about it!
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| 05 Mar 2025 | Farming by Faith with special guest Patrick Muhammand | 00:41:36 | |
Soil Cousins, today’s episode is all about growth—both in the soil and in the soul. We’re digging into the journey of Patrick S. Muhammad, also known as The Principal Farmer, a visionary leader in the homesteading movement who’s transforming lives through agriculture. Patrick has spent the last decade turning his 31-acre Your Faith Farms into a thriving homesteading oasis while helping over 30 families build farms of their own. His viral educational videos have inspired millions, making sustainable farming feel approachable and accessible for the everyday person. And now, he’s getting ready to release his third book, Farming by Faith, a testament to the spiritual and practical principles that drive his mission. With an Emmy nomination under his belt and features on platforms like Netflix’s Chicken Soup for the Soul and John Deere, Patrick is proof that farming is more than just working the land—it’s about cultivating community, resilience, and purpose. Join us as we explore his incredible journey, the role of spirituality in farming, and how he’s empowering Black families to reclaim their agricultural roots. For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Dec 2021 | Why Even Bother? Kujichagulia! | 00:43:47 | |
Colah checks in to answer a burning question by tapping into the WHY with a critical piece of the Black in the Garden origin story and Kwanzaa principle du jour. Thanks, Soil Cousins, for tuning in during 2021 and cheers to ringing in 2022 along with Season 5 of our podcast. Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Send a donation: Cashapp: $blackinthegarden PayPal: blackinthegarden@gmail.com 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden to learn more & become an AFFILIATE! Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Jan 2020 | Pots for the Culture: Meet Yinka of Rooted Pots! | 00:59:25 | |
Episode 7 begins with planted intentions and Colah B Tawkin is here for celebrating WINS! We're encouraged to go out into our communities and show up for our people. Of course Colah wants you to remember that we can all be plantrepreneurs. We get into an interview with Yinka, creator of Rooted Pots and our first black sponsor! . . Follow @rootedpots on Instagram For custom orders and inquiries: contact@rootedpots.com . We're excited to share the Rooted Pots giveaway details on this episode! . . Obviously, only a few will win but we can all support this black business by purchasing Rooted Pots. Black in the Garden listeners can support the podcast AND Rooted Pots by using the affiliate link https://getrootedpots.com/?ref=blackinthegarden to get 10% off your order! . . linktr.ee/blackinthegarden Keep up on IG See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 27 Nov 2024 | A Family Affair: Thanksgiving | 00:37:36 | |
Soil Cousins! Welcome to the first-ever Thanksgiving episode of Black in the Garden! As we celebrate our fifth anniversary, we’re soaking in the spirit of gratitude and pulling up to the Black Thanksgiving table for a flavorful discussion. This year, we’re serving up some hot takes on clashing Black cultural perspectives around holiday favorites—everything from garden-fresh dishes to the must-have staples and even the infamous ‘sweet potato pie bias.’ Joining Colah B. Tawkin at the table are the vibrant voices of Plant Zaddy and Lelo Jones. Grab a plate, pour yourself a glass of your favorite beverage, and settle in for this lively conversation about all things Thanksgiving. Here’s what’s on the menu: · From Soul to Plant Soul: How is plant-based eating finding its place in the Black community? Is Auntie Tab leading the charge, or is it just the evolution of veggie-centric Southern cuisine? · Holiday Classics, Remixed: Are plant-based substitutes replacing traditional holiday staples? Or are new dishes simply finding a seat at the table alongside the classics? · Plant-Based Skepticism: Who’s giving Auntie Tab’s mac and cheese the side-eye? Are uncles across the table ready to swap ham hocks for mushrooms and cashews? · Controversial Pie: The Pumpkin Pie Taboo vs. Sweet Potato Pie Bias. Whether you’re team “collards and cornbread” or team “casserole and cauliflower,” this episode is sure to spark laughs, insights, and maybe even a little debate at your family’s holiday gathering. For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 12 Mar 2025 | Growing the Future: How Principal Farmer Patrick Muhammad is Cultivating Young Minds | 00:36:20 | |
Welcome back, Soil Cousins! In this inspiring (part two) episode of Black in the Garden, host Colah B. Tawkin continues the conversation with Patrick Muhammad, also known as The Principal Farmer. As the Principal of Chattahoochee Hills Charter School, Patrick is redefining education by integrating hands-on agricultural lessons into the curriculum, inspiring young minds to embrace sustainability and environmental stewardship. His innovative approach goes beyond textbooks—through farming, he teaches life skills, community building, and the importance of self-sufficiency. Tune in as we explore Patrick’s vision for the future, the impact of his viral educational videos, and how he’s cultivating the next generation of leaders through agriculture. Let’s dig in! For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 22 May 2022 | Planting Seeds of Resilience with Tabia Lisenbee Parker: Pt. 1 | 00:36:42 | |
Follow and Support Tabia: Episodes from Season 1 and Season 2 will begin airing Sunday, May 22 on WABE. Season 5 proudly sponsored by Atlanta Botanical Garden! Learn more about Underground Arborist and SUPPORT: undergroundarborist.org Like what you heard? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 03 Dec 2019 | Mama's Gotta Have a Life Too! Celebrating Ms. Juanita | 00:43:53 | |
On episode 3 we venture into the garden of a beloved and revered fictional character, Ms. Juanita (played by A.J. Johnson), from the blackily acclaimed hood classic: Baby Boy. Colah B Tawkin calls on her west siiiiiiide soil sista, Nora thee Doula +gardening enthusiast as the episode blackspert. They chop it up about propagating pineapple (and Colah's frosty fail), exposing synthetic soil products with full shade, gardening with the chi'ren, black+ landscapers and cannabis seed germination. Follow Nora's green and crunchy capers on IG: Subscribe, SHARE and REVIEW to support Black in the Garden as we continue to take root! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 02 Aug 2021 | Throwback! George Washington Carver: The Botanical G.O.A.T. Pt. II | 00:39:20 | |
Issa Throwback! We bringing back this episode to celebrate Black Botanists Week 2021. Join us on Part 2 of 2 for a discussion on George Washington Carver! We're not here for the peanut lessons you learned in school either. Colah B Tawkin has a convo with modern day Botanical Brotha and chocolate botanist, Derek. Colah B Tawkin and Derek got to talking DIRTY about soil because GWC was the Iyanla Vanzant of soil as he was out there FIXIN it! Our beloved ancestor was in them southern streets pushin his Agricultural School on wheels traveling from one busted farm to the next and Pimpin 'em like Xzibit! You may have never benefited from the resources available from your local Cooperative Extension Service; Colah and Derek explain why you should and never forget who you have to thank for that! Reference links: https://agriculture.mo.gov/gwc.php http://www.encyclopediaofalabama.org/article/h-1870 https://www.tuskegee.edu/programs-courses/colleges-schools/caens/cooperative-extension-program https://www.mnn.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/stories/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-george-washington-carver . . . Celebrate Black Botanists with us: Follow @Blackbotanistsweek on Instagram and Twitter Keep up with Derek, our #Botanicalbrotha : @thechocolatebotanist on Instagram The Crazy Botanist on Facebook and Youtube (subscribe!) Visit TheCrazybotanist.com Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this podcast:SHARE IT!️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts!Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Buy MERCH! Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 17 Feb 2021 | Environmental Artistry with Detroit Hives! | 00:48:19 | |
Colah needs your feedback! Complete the Soil Cousin survey to be entered to win $$ ✏️ https://forms.gle/hJZuUdnLxMMrXkb37 On Episode 11 of Season 3 Colah talks with Environmental artists and community service visionaries: Tim and Nicole of Detroit Hives! Colah B Tawkin is excited to share their story with you that started with A jar of local honey from the corner store on a snack run. That honey helped to heal Timothy from a chronic cough and ultimately lead to an amazing community service initiative aimed to reinvigorate and activate spaces left blighted by Detroit’s Economic depression. They even took time to drop some Black History facts on Shirley Anne Jackson, Charles Henry Turner and George Washington Carver that will help you to ‘bee inspired’ Show them some support and follow them: Detroithives.org Instagram: @detroithives Facebook : Detroit Hives Twitter : @detroithives Email: Info@detroithives.org 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🎙Tune in to The Plant Kiki on the same podcatcher you’re listening on today. ♻️Join The Compost Society @compostsociety @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden in Twitter Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: 📩Blackinthegarden@gmail.com#Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Oct 2024 | Collards: A Cultural Journey Through Time and Taste | 00:29:08 | |
Welcome back to another enriching episode of Black in the Garden with host Colah B. Tawkin and co-host Plant Zaddy. Indulge in a flavorful and historical exploration of collard greens (AKA Black Pant Fave), a symbol deeply rooted in Black culture. From their African origins to their modern-day presence in soul food and contemporary cuisine, collard greens carry a story of resilience, survival, and tradition. We’ll uncover the African origins of collard greens and explore how enslaved Africans used their agricultural knowledge to cultivate them. We also dive into the collards’ journey after emancipation, touching on New Year’s celebrations and everyday meals. Collard greens are rich in symbolism, representing prosperity, community, and a deep connection to ancestry. Join us as we honor the history, culture, and continued relevance of collard greens in the Black community. Special shoutout to food historian KJ Kearney and Tassili's Raw Reality Café! For more information, visit wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 11 Mar 2020 | 40 Acres & NOTHING Less! Season 1 Finale | 01:05:07 | |
What happens when an anniversary trip leads to finding 40 acres of land to create a Blackety Black homestead? Find out in the Season Finale of Black in the Garden with Matthew, founder of Black Haven Ranch. It all started on the South Side of Chicago when a community organizer and activist who happens to be a minister decided to embark on a mission to provide a safe space for his people. Finding a brown face on Homestead Rescue (Chantel Johnson) lead to starting an urban farm with big aspirations to cultivate a Black Haven in the Ozarks of Missouri! . Colah B Tawkin is taking a Spring Break to enjoy some Daylight Spending while making a few tweaks to Black in the Garden and transitions in life. Check out the links and pages below to keep up with Colah, get your garden questions answered and some dope plantspo! Become a patron on Patreon to support the podcast. Email the show to be featured on Black in the Garden LIVE! Click all the links, share, subscribe follow ....ALLLadat!! . . Instagram garden plugs: @theurbanacademic @urbanfarmsista @plantblerd @theblackplanter @topnotchpott . blackhavenranch.com IG: @blackhavenranch Like: Black Haven Ranch on Facebook . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 24 Feb 2023 | Botanical Black History Series: Loading! | 00:02:24 | |
We’re partnering with Atlanta History Center for a special Botanical Black History Series: Visiting the Landscapes of Black America! Listen to the trailer and tune in next week for the PREMIERE! Learn more about Atlanta History Center: Like what you heard? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 13 Jul 2021 | Mindfully Yours: on Mushrooms and the Moon with Carrington! | 01:13:31 | |
This week we’re joined by a dear friend of the show & OG Soil Cousin: mushroom enthusiast, moon and Monstera whisperer Carrington to discuss her passions. Spoiler alert: All her passions are linked to veganism and embodying the mission to do no harm but you gotta tune in for the tea. Carrington was an inspiration to Colah in a way that we hope will also be inspiring to you on your growing journey! Become a patron to see and hear the full uncut interview of this amazing episode! Keep up with and support Carrington: @withcarrington on Instagram and TikTok Linktr.ee/withcarrington This episode is Sponsored by Motherland Essentials, a Black woman owned business handcrafting beautiful plant based soaps + bath & body products essential for ALL skin types. Support the podcast AND save 15% by using code BLACKINTHEGARDEN at checkout: motherlandessentials.com Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 💳Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 04 Jul 2020 | Around the World with Plants! feat. Brooklyn Plant Dad | 00:53:17 | |
Call to action: Arrest the cops who murdered Breonna Taylor! Please sign the petition and share it! . Episode 9 of Season 2 features our Botanical Brotha, Gerard Volel aka Brooklyn Plant Dad. Gerard is a horticulturist and landscaper and MORE who WILL travel for plants! Born to parents of Haitian and Jamaican descent, he grew up reading his dad's gardening books in their New Jersey basement. Gerard got grown and decided to re-locate to Brooklyn as well as spend time in Maui to live his best plant life via community gardening, planty workshops and landscaping. Colah B Tawkin originally spoke with him earlier in 2020 (before the world imploded) as he was preparing for a trip to Japan. Fortunately, we were able to get an update on the trip in the same episode! . . Keep up with, hire and support Gerard: @Brooklynplantdad on Instagram https://plantdadforhire.wordpress.com/ . . SIGN the petition!!! JUSTICE FOR BREONNA!!! https://justiceforbreonna.org/ . . Support Black Planty Content! @Blackgirlgreenworld : Plants I Didn’t Kill Instagram live, Thursdays at 9pm @blackplantchick : Black Plant Chick Podcast, sponsored by Black in the Garden @soulsistaplants : Hella Plants! Instagram live on Wednesdays . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 29 Jun 2021 | Healing with Plants w/Ananda Lewis | 01:08:46 | |
Episode 2 of Season 4 kicks off with a new segment with the ‘chirren’ and The Chocolate botanist Derek Haynes. Our guest is media legend Ananda Lewis! This episode is Sponsored by Motherland Essentials, a Black woman owned business handcrafting beautiful plant based soaps + bath & body products essential for ALL skin types. Support the podcast AND save 15% by using code BLACKINTHEGARDEN at checkout: motherlandessentials.com Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Feb 2023 | Mic Check 2-0-2-3! | 00:45:25 | |
Black in the Garden is back and it’s storytime with Colah B Tawkin for this timely return. Welcome back, Soil Cousins! Tap the links below to support the podcast. Proudly supported by Atlanta Botanical Garden! BITG Theme: illsounds.com Like what you heard? Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 29 Mar 2024 | Beyond the Blooms: Atlanta's Living History Gardens | 00:53:09 | |
Presented by Black in the Garden LLC in partnership with Atlanta History Center
Episode 3: Get ready for a special Spring treat as Black in the Garden gears up for a relaunch! Colah B Tawkin is joined by Sarah Carter, Vice President, Goizueta Gardens and Living Collections on a captivating journey through the historic and lush landscapes of the Atlanta History Center Gardens. Explore themes of heritage, nature, and education as we delve into African-American contributions and how they're observed and the significance of the Cherokee Garden Library. With rapid-fire rounds adding a touch of fun, this immersive episode invites listeners to connect with history and nature in a whole new way.
Learn more about Atlanta History Center: AtlantahistoryCenter.com Twitter: @ATLHistCenter IG: @Atlantahistorycenter
Credits Host: Colah B Tawkin Executive Producer: Colah B Tawkin Writer: Colah B Tawkin Sound Engineer: Carl Kevin Robinson Jr. Podcast Visual Art: Cory France, Colah B Tawkin Trailer Video Editor: Christopher Williams @rznzproductions
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| 06 Jul 2021 | Food for the Culture with KJ Kearney | 01:25:40 | |
host of Fix Your Plate podcast, future television host and visionary Blackspert: KJ Kearney joined Colah for a deep dive on Black culture through the lens of Black food and Gullah Geechee culture. Find out how Black in the Garden influenced his viral Black Food Fridays movement and how you can support! Become a patron to hear the full uncut interview and sign up for our mailing list to learn more about the literary gems KJ dropped on this amazing episode Keep up with and support KJ : @Blackfoodfridays on Instagram and TikTok Patreon.com/blackfoodfridays Tune in to Fix Your Plate podcast on the same podcatcher you’re on NOW
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| 30 Nov 2020 | There’s a Mad Scientist in ALL of Us! w/ Tyler Thrasher | 01:13:51 | |
If this episode appears late or double please excuse the technical hiccup from transferring podcast hosts last week. It’s Growing pains!😆 Episode 2 of Season 3 is part 1 of our 2 part conversation with Tyler Thrasher and we get the Garden 411 on fall garden prep from Dr. Hayley in 1 our new segments! For starters, Colah and Tyler discuss his symbiotic relationship with plants as a child that saved him as an adult. They get into how the plant life chose him , hybrid plant creation aka the Crassula Thrashula, epigenetics, vulnerable childhood moments, parenting, capitalism, Greenhouse Rants podcast and creativity. There are so many lightbulb moments that It’s hard to not get inspired from this episode so you’re welcome to the Full, extended video interview available for Patrons only. Shoutout to The Nap Ministry! Keep up with Tyler on Instagram @tylerthrasherart See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 05 Oct 2020 | Colah B Tawkin bout listener support and a MAJOR comeback! | 00:33:26 | |
Colah B Tawkin bout listener support and a MAJOR comeback! Issa check-in! After a not so brief (production) hiatus let's get into why your support matters (like shorter breaks +MORE content) and how to support this one woman show. Colah B Tawkin discusses hypercreativity related to procrastination, finding open doors/opportunities, creating a WHOLE new podcast, perils of virtual schooling, Google/PRX podcast grant news and why Black in the Garden is here to stay! . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 08 Feb 2020 | George Washington Carver: The Botanical G.O.A.T. Pt.II | 00:41:48 | |
Episode 12 is part 2 of the conversation about OG Botanical Brotha, George Washington Carver, featuring botanist of today: Derek Haynes aka The Crazy Botanist. Colah B Tawkin and Derek got to talking DIRTY about soil because GWC was the Iyanla Vanzant of soil as he was out there FIXIN it! Our beloved ancestor was in them southern streets pushin his Agricultural School on wheels traveling from one busted farm to the next and Pimpin 'em like Xzibit! You may have never benefited from the resources available from your local Cooperative Extension Service; Colah and Derek explain why you should and never forget who you have to thank for that! Reference links: https://agriculture.mo.gov/gwc.php . . . Keep up with Derek, our #Botanicalbrotha : @botanical.highlander on Instagram The Crazy Botanist on Facebook and Youtube (subscribe!) Visit TheCrazybotanist.com . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 20 Nov 2024 | Anniversary Celebration - 5 Years of Resilience, Strength & Blooming | 00:25:07 | |
It's always a celebration when we link up! In this special anniversary episode, the tables are turned as Plant Zaddy, aka Josh Hite, interviews Colah B Tawkin—the voice and heart behind Black in the Garden. Together, they delve into the journey, lessons, and passion for plants that have made the podcast a beloved space for growth, resilience, and community. Stay tuned for Colah’s hot takes and rapid-fire reflections in the 5th Anniversary Hot Seat! From digging deep into her story to sharing unique plant encounters (including which plant she considers the "Beyoncé" of the botanical world), this episode celebrates five incredible years of nurturing Black joy, pride, and healing through gardening. Join us as we honor Colah’s journey—from soil to spotlight—and toast to many more years of breaking ground and planting seeds of knowledge. Colah’s TedEx For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 30 Oct 2024 | Plant Magic with Keyoncé Dillon | 00:45:10 | |
Welcome to the world of magical plants! In this episode of Black in the Garden, we’re thrilled to welcome Keyoncé Dillon, a New Orleans-based spiritual practitioner, life coach, and host of the Millennial Soul Food podcast. Keyoncé brings a rich perspective rooted in Black, Queer, and Southern experiences, offering deep insights into Hoodoo, plant magic, and the powerful role of plants in spiritual traditions. With a background that spans Christianity, Hermetic Kabbalah, Hoodoo, and Buddhism, they guide clients to overcome spiritual and emotional blocks, promoting personal and professional growth. Keyoncé takes us on a journey through the historical ties between Black people and plants, diving into the transformative power of plant magic in Hoodoo, how these practices evolved during the transatlantic slave trade, and the significance of plants like the burning bush in Biblical traditions. They also share practical advice for those interested in incorporating plant magic into modern spirituality, as well as their personal experiences working with plants and moon phases. Get ready to explore the dynamic interplay between nature, culture, and spiritual resilience. For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 11 Feb 2020 | Mother's Finest Farm & A Tribute to Fannie Lou Hamer | 00:44:32 | |
Ayyyeee! Episode 13 is paying homage to Freedom Farmer, Fannie Lou Hamer, with a special guest from Mother's Finest Urban Farm, Samantha Foxx. Colah B Tawkin opens with a lesson straight outta 'For Freedom's Sake: The Life of Fannie Lou Hamer' by Chana Kai Lee. It was called Freedom Farm but it certainly wasn't free! Colah chopped it up with contemporary urban farmer, Samantha Foxx about the true cost of farm labor and legacy building as a grown ass woman. We understand how entrepreneurship = making something out of nothing and are encouraged to advocate for our health at the Dr's office and in the garden via holistic healing. Samantha shares the impact that Fannie Lou Hamer's work has had on her in part 1 of 2 this week on Black in the Garden. Keep up with Samantha: @mothersfinesturbanfarm on IG Website: www.mothersfinesturbanfarm.com Read about her! . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Oct 2023 | ICYMI: Legally Uncensored and No Draws | 00:18:17 | |
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Register for Colah's Cornell lecture event Credits Host: Colah B Tawkin Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram/Threads @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Jul 2020 | Blaze Summit Bonus: BIPOC Discuss Cannabis + GIVEAWAY! | 00:31:21 | |
In this bonus promo episode Colah B Tawkin is joined by the host of the Blaze Summit, Aja Yasir to learn more about why we need to hear from BIPOC(Black Indigenous People of Color) as authorities in the field of cannabis in a world where Black people are disproportionately criminalized and negatively attached to this plant's stigma. Y'all, it's a plant! . . Blaze Summit is July 25-26!!! Get tickets at blazesummit.com Register and select Aja as your presenter. Blazesummit.com is also where you can get more info on the speakers and some fly MERCH! . . We’re GIVING AWAY 2 TICKETS so follow @aroseforyaminah and @blackinthegarden IG STORIES to WIN by July 22 at noon EST. . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 19 Nov 2019 | Get the switch! | 00:20:07 | |
Black in the Garden is a 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 self proclaimed Plantrepreneur, Colah B Tawkin. 'Conversations WILL be had' on a range of topics that directly influence and impact black plant keepers as we blackily impact and influence the world. This episode/trailer is planting the seed for many conversations to come; touching on involuntary gardening and a theory on 'plant derived' black trauma that can only be healed by good old fashioned plant therapy. We have so much to unpack! Follow @blackinthegarden in IG and Tune in weekly! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 03 Nov 2023 | Soil Cousin Appreciation & Fun Fern Facts | 00:49:48 | |
In this special episode of Black in the Garden, we kick off our 4th Anniversary celebration with heartfelt listener appreciation. Colah B Tawkin begins by expressing gratitude to our incredible community of plant enthusiasts. To highlight the spirit of our community, we feature a remarkable Soil cousin, Davida, known as @condoplantmama. Davida's journey is one of unwavering strength as she faces breast cancer, finding solace and inspiration in her love for plants, particularly ferns. This episode is dedicated to lifting her spirits and expressing admiration for her resilience. As a tribute to Davida, we explore the fascinating world of ferns, sharing fun facts that are sure to make you smile. Join us in celebrating the resilience and beauty of both our community and the plant world. Follow Davida on Instagram and send her well wishes!
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| 02 Oct 2024 | Black and Brewing with Ale Sharpton | 00:36:37 | |
In today’s episode, we’re tapping into a conversation that blends beer, Black culture, and agriculture in a way that’s both innovative and meaningful. Ale Sharpton, the pioneering force behind BrewGether, joins us to explore how craft beer can be more than just a beverage—it can be a bridge to community empowerment, sustainability, and economic equity. We’ll dive into how BrewGether is making waves by supporting BIPOC farmers, connecting urban agriculture with the craft beer industry, and building opportunities for those traditionally underrepresented in this space. Ale’s mission is about more than brewing great beer—it’s about crafting a better future for our communities. How does hip-hop and beer intertwine?! Ale tackles fun rapid-fire questions, from pairing hip-hop albums with brews to imagining which legends of the genre would make the best brewmasters. Grab a drink (responsibly, of course), and join us for an inspiring discussion on how culture, craft beer, and change are brewing together. Disclaimer: At Black in the Garden and WABE, we celebrate the craft of beer responsibly. Please enjoy alcoholic beverages in moderation, and always prioritize your safety and well-being. Cheers to great conversations! For more information on Ale Sharpton visit: https://www.brewgether.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 18 Dec 2024 | Black in the Garden on *City Lights* with Lois Reitzes | 00:38:03 | |
As we close out the year, we’re excited to share a special conversation between *Black in the Garden* host Colah B. Tawkin and WABE’s City Lights* with Lois Reitzes. In this inspiring interview, Colah reflects on her personal journey, her deep love for plants, and the importance of always striving and growing—both in life and in the garden. While the cultivation and care of plants are universal, the discourse around horticulture often amplifies privileged voices while overlooking others. That’s where *Black in the Garden* stands out. Hosted by Colah B. Tawkin—gardener, researcher, and “plantrepreneur”—this podcast uplifts the experiences and expertise of Black gardeners, farmers, and plantkeepers, sharing underrepresented stories of resilience, growth, and achievement. Tune in to hear Colah’s reflections and insights as she continues to amplify fresh perspectives within the plant world. To support Black in the Garden and other public media programing this Giving Season, visit wabe.org/give For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 01 Dec 2020 | There's a Mad Scientist in ALL of Us! Pt 2 w/Tyler Thrasher | 01:11:14 | |
On episode 3 of Season 3 Colah is excited to upgrade her supporters. The kids have a few questions for Nadia on bug bath behavior on Wee Black in the Garden and Tyler is back! Artist, scientist, father, DNDphile, opalizer, hypercreative, chemist, husband, son, crystalizer, cave dweller, icon, philosopher...there are so many ways to describe our guest, Tyler Thrasher in all his roles and talents that we had to make it 2 parts. Colah and Tyler discussed how his art gained notoriety, his innovative chemistry based art, merging art with science, how a fluke thai constellation find helped him push back against plant price gouging and much more! Enjoy part 2 and be sure to visit his website to learn more about Tyler by visiting his social media and website: @tylerthrasherart + Tylerthrasher.com Get some of Oprah’s favorite home gardening supplies and support the show: https://cocoandseed.com/?ref=blackinthegarden Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Tune in to The Plant Kiki on the same podcatcher you’re listening on today. Join The Compost Society @compostsociety @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 26 Jan 2021 | Grounded via Plant Parenthood Pt.1 w/ Alexander Hardy | 00:50:15 | |
On Episode 9 of Season 3 we take time to Learn a bit from Dr. Hayley about Cover Crops aka Green Manure in the Garden 411.🍃♻️ Colah introduces the sequel to the prequel of her conversation with her writerly friend, Alexander Hardy who recently published an article🖊: Deeply rooted: What plant fatherhood taught me about caring for myself In the conversation unpacking this dope article we get into Alex’s writerly origin story. The theme felt very much like: vulnerability🥺as Colah and Alex discussed homelessness and mental health as it relates to Plant Parenthood. The meditation was timely: a reflection on the Ari Lennox song, Grounded. Shout outs: The Extraordinary Negroes, The Plant Nook, Bloom and Grow Radio and 2 Girls 1 Plant Article link: https://www.mic.com/p/deeply-rooted-what-plant-fatherhood-taught-me-about-caring-for-myself-55139204
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| 09 Dec 2019 | Black in the Garden (Trailer) | 00:00:55 | |
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| 14 Jan 2020 | Stay #PlantWoke with Black Girl Green World! | 01:00:34 | |
On Episode 8 Colah B Tawkin shouts out our non binary peeps and insists we embrace Kwanzaa365. We tap dance on politics and climate change as opposed to being politically neutral. Colah charges wildfires and global decay to white supremacy then encourages us to seek refuge in plants! Giveaway winners are announced! . . . Keep up with Brittany on Instagram @clumpsofmascara (same on Twitter) @blackgirlgreenworld Black Moms of Orlando (A safe space for black moms) .
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| 24 Feb 2022 | Botanical Black History Mixtape Vol.1 | 01:10:19 | |
WE BACK Soil Cousins! Welcome to season 5 of Black in the Garden podcast, proudly sponsored by Atlanta Botanical Garden. We back like we never left with Colah B Tawkin and Derek Haynes, the Chocolate Botanist! Dig in to to this episode to hear Giving Flowers to: Wendy Williams for Black broadcasting excellence. Botanical Black History Mixtape Volume 1 feat. Wangari Maathai, Blanche King Hurston, Cleopatra and young Kendall Rae Johnson Story time: Colah’s journey from volunteer at Atlanta Botanical Garden in 2018 to an unprecedented partnership with them in 2022. Follow Derek on IG: thechocolatebotanist YouTube: The Chocolate Botanist - YouTube
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| 22 Apr 2023 | Lessons vs Losses: Plants B Teachin! | 00:26:56 | |
It’s time for reflection on this much needed Spring mic check. Colah reflects on the challenges of winter and the importance of giving ourselves grace as we grow. We also discuss upcoming episodes, including a belated 420 special and a live recording from Michigan State University. Soil Cousins, stay tuned for a new range of episode subjects and opportunities to provide feedback! Issa Fantastic Voyage! BITG Theme: illsounds.com Like what you heard? Text Colah at (833)819-3926 about your favorite moments. Here's what to do to Help sustain this show: * SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram #Blackinthegarden @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardn on TikTok Rate 5 stars on Spotify! Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Send a donation: Cashapp: $blackinthegarden PayPal: blackinthegarden@gmail.com Buy MERCH! BIkinthegarden.com Drop a line: hello@blkinthegarden.com and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 05 May 2020 | It's Time to 'Eat Black' with Afro Beets! | 01:00:18 | |
On Episode 2 of season 2 Colah is celebrating World Nekkid Gardening Day (just take her word for it) and encouraging us to use our gifts for good! We're joined by our podcousin, Christin Riddick, host of the Afro Beets podcast. Chris is a D.C. native who started gardening as a service project that turned into a personal challenge and transition to a plant based lifestyle. We discuss how Chris was influenced by Botanical Brotha, Ron Finley (aka the Gangsta Gardener) as a testament to how representation matters. We learn how Afro Beets Podcast aims to bridge communities like planty creatives and foodie creatives and MORE. Colah and Chris get hype about relevant titles from black authors like Michael Twitty and Leah Penniman in consideration of a Black in the Garden book club. At the end of the day, we hope you at least remember to massage and marinate your kale! . . Keep up with Chris and Afro Beets Podcast: Afrobeets.org @afro_beets on IG, Twitter and Tik Tok Afro Beets on Facebook. . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 04 Dec 2024 | Healing the World, One Mile at a Time with Lelo Jones | 00:33:33 | |
Soil Cousins, get ready to be inspired! The dynamic Lelo Jones is back! Lelo is a passionate advocate for sustainable living, urban farming, and community empowerment. Fresh off his awe-inspiring 100-mile walk from Columbus to Atlanta, Lelo shares the powerful story behind “Heal the World, 100 Miles to Change,” an initiative designed to raise awareness about sustainable living and preserving the planet for future generations. From his roots in hosting Atlanta’s Soil Festival to founding Outdoor Fresh Farm and the Outdoor Universal network, Lelo is on a mission to reconnect people to the soil and inspire eco-friendly lifestyles. He’s not just a farmer—he’s a movement, blending education, activism, and hands-on farming to empower communities and amplify the voices of Black farmers. Tune in for an energizing conversation packed with practical tips for integrating sustainable practices into your life, whether you have a backyard, a balcony, or just a passion for greener living. Join us as we explore how Lelo’s journey is changing the game and healing the world—one step and one seed at a time. To support Black in the Garden and other public media programing amplifying Atlanta this Giving Tuesday, visit wabe.org/give For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 19 Feb 2020 | Celebrating Cultural Biodiversity and Black Plant HIstory with Brother Earth! | 01:06:20 | |
Brother.earthh, the Botanical Brotha, Brayan discusses how plants were an integral part of his transition from Puerto Rico to New Jersey. We learn how plant shops aren’t necessary in Puerto Rico because of the rich biodiversity on every corner. He lies about his houseplant count yet keeps it beautifully transparent about culture shock and coming to terms with queerness as a teen in New Jersey. Colah and Brayan attempt to dismantle patriarchy as it relates to the disconnect between appreciating nature and perceived masculinity. Spoiler alert: it’s hard out here for a femme! . . #costagate lead to the very significant revelation about tropical biodiversity as it relates to our Blackety black history. Shout out to Blackmenwithgardens for bringing that to the forefront! Colah and Brayan get into the impact of #costagate on the black plant community, scoff at white privilege and celebrate the dope contributions of Africa’s biodiversity to our collective houseplant collections. Somebody tell Karen that her ZZ plant is African! References: https://animalogic.ca/wild/the-far-flung-origins-of-8-common-houseplants https://plantify.co.za/blogs/my-plant-decor/6-south-african-indoor-plants-trending-globally . . Keep up with Brayan! @Brother.earthh on Instagram Blog of Beautiful Botanical musings: brother-earth.net . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 07 Apr 2022 | Her Landscape of Memory w/ Jeanette Ankoma-Sey | 00:50:50 | |
Born in Ghana and raised in Liberia before coming to America as a child, landscape architect Jeanette Ankoma-Sey shares her journey, experience and unique perspective with Colah B Tawkin in this insightful conversation! She shed a lot of light on what goes into the work of pros like herself that is largely unappreciated by those they serve. Jeanette got her landscape architecture master's degree at Cornell and works for Arlington county in Arlington, Virginia, Department of Parks and Recreation. Next time you're in Arlington Virginia, you very likely could , find yourself engaging in a space that has been designed by our incredible guest, Jeanette Ankoma Sey! Learn more about Underground Arborist and SUPPORT: undergroundarborist.org Like what you heard? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 09 Apr 2025 | The Power of Self-Sufficiency and Cultivating Resistance with Julien Virgin | 00:38:34 | |
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, Colah digs deep into the tension between Black buying power and the realities of economic justice. As DEI initiatives are rolled back and corporations continue to commodify Black culture without meaningful reinvestment, it’s time to ask: What comes after the boycott? Together, Colah and Julien unpack the influence of hip-hop on consumerism, the seductive pull of materialism, and how the illusion of success has often been sold to us through luxury branding. But this isn’t just a critique—it’s a call to action. From mutual aid to gardening and sustainable living, they explore real, community-centered solutions that can shift us from consumers to creators. With insight, humor, and unflinching honesty, this episode urges Soil Cousins to challenge capitalist narratives, celebrate Black culture without excess, and reconnect with the land as an act of liberation. Because resistance isn’t just about what we stop doing—it’s about what we choose to grow in its place. Tap in. Reflect. Reclaim. For more information, www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 19 May 2020 | #BUGLife, Baby! Featuring Nadia Ruffin, Our UrbanFarmSista | 01:13:43 | |
On Episode 4 of Season 2 on Black in the Garden we are joined by the Urban Farm Sista and entomologist, Nadia Ruffin to chop it up about that #BUGLife! Colah had lots of questions and Nadia was ready to drop all the science on this episode. We learned how love and encouragement from her great grandmother set Nadia on a journey to entomological excellence at a tender age and how education can help overcome your bug related phobias. . If you ever wondered: WTF is a cicada? What's a true bug? What happened to the fireflies? Where does SILK come from? Ayyyee...you might just be about that #BUGLife and this episode is for you! . . Keep up with Nadia: Urbanfarmsista : Instagram, Youtube &Facebook DONATE @ Agricademyinc.org to support Plantrepreneurship for the youth! . . Get Coco and Seed by visiting linktr.ee/blackinthegarden Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 05 Oct 2021 | Season 4.5 PSA: Life is Lifing! | 00:07:48 | |
Ayyyeee! Back from a bereavement hiatus: Let’s catch up on catching up as we tap in with Colah before season 4.5 begins! Did you order the Black in the Garden Coloring Experience thooo? Link below!🖍 Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 22 Oct 2020 | Throwback: Mama’s Gotta Have a Life Too! (The Baby Boy Episode) | 00:42:31 | |
In preparation for the Season 3 Premiere, we are revisiting a few Throwback episodes from the archive. This is ‘The Baby Boy Episode’ with our Soil Sista, Nora: Mama’s Gotta Have a Life Too! Straight outta Season 1 from our humble beginnings of the podcast (fun fact: this episode had Colah recording in her dad’s car) we done come a mighty LONG way💫! This is a throwback for some, but our new Soil Cousins can appreciate this conversation about fictional black gardener Miss Juanita👩🏾🌾(played by AJ Johnson) from the John Singleton film, Baby Boy. Colah B Tawkin and Nora (the doula with the green🍃aura) chopped it up about pineapple propagation, natural birth/parenting and what soil we not gone use at the top of this conversation.
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| 04 Mar 2023 | Talking Sh*t: About ‘Night Soil’ | 00:39:45 | |
Colah B Tawkin is literally talking sh*t about the past, present and future of a controversial fertilizer and it’s use around the world. Dig into the links below for more details. https://www.motherearthnews.com/homesteading-and-livestock/small-farm-plan-zmaz82mjzkin/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/when-american-cities-were-full-of-crap https://daily.jstor.org/a-history-of-human-waste-as-fertilizer/
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| 05 Feb 2025 | Don’t Moss With Me (Botanical Black History) | 00:18:02 | |
Welcome back, Soil Cousins! We’re back with a new season of Black in the Garden! We’re introducing a brand-new, plant-powered game that blends knowledge, culture, and plenty of laughs—Don’t Moss With Me! Inspired by the fast-paced fun of games like IKYFL from The Terrell Show this Black botanical trivia challenge puts a fresh spin on how we explore the vibrant intersections of Black culture and horticulture. Colah B Tawkin and Plant Zaddy test each other’s knowledge with questions rooted in past episodes, historical gems, and cultural references—all while trying to spot who’s bluffing. Think you know your plants? Or how deeply they’re woven into our stories, traditions, and history? You might be surprised! Get ready to laugh, learn, and flex your own botanical brilliance. We ain’t new to this—we TRUE to this. Let’s get into it! To support Black in the Garden and other public media programming this Giving Season, visit wabe.org/give For more information, visit www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 01 Apr 2022 | Botanical Black History Mixtape Vol 2: Fannie Lou Hamer | 01:02:51 | |
Colah B Tawkin and co-host Derek the Chocolate Botanist get caught up on some March events as the Spring is springing! They're giving flowers, celebrating Botanical Black Excellence, and sharing their Plant Praise Reports. We even have a pop quiz assignment, Soil Cousins! Proudly sponsored by Atlanta Botanical Garden Flowers went to tiktok account @iamlegallyhype Follow Derek on IG:@ thechocolatebotanist YouTube: The Chocolate Botanist - YouTube Learn more about Underground Arborist and SUPPORT: undergroundarborist.org Like what you heard? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 11 Mar 2022 | Mama’s Gotta Have a Life Too! Flashback Friday | 00:47:47 | |
We’re revisiting a special Throwback episode from the archive. This is ‘The Baby Boy Episode’ with our Soil Sista, Nora: Mama’s Gotta Have a Life Too! Straight outta Season 1 from our humble beginnings of the podcast (fun fact: this episode had Colah recording in her dad’s car) we done come a mighty LONG way💫! This is a throwback for some, and our new Soil Cousins will enjoy this conversation about fictional black gardener Miss Juanita👩🏾🌾(played by AJ Johnson) from the John Singleton film, Baby Boy. Colah B Tawkin and Nora (the doula with the green🍃aura) discussed the pivotal plot point in the film that was set in Miss Juanita’s garden Follow Nora's green and crunchy capers on IG: @Norasgreenaura @norathedoula Buy some of that GOOD sea moss from her: https://2greenqueenz.com/ Learn more about Underground Arborist and SUPPORT: undergroundarborist.org Like what you heard? Text Colah at (833)819-3926 about your favorite moments. Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter @Blackinthegardnon TikTok ⭐️Rate 5 stars on Spotify! ⭐️Rate 5 stars and leave a review on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden Send a donation: Cashapp: $blackinthegarden PayPal: blackinthegarden@gmail.com 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden to learn more & become an AFFILIATE! Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 28 Jan 2020 | IDK Who Needed to Hear This: Lessons from an Alocasia | 00:18:38 | |
It's episode 10 and we're observing the Kwanzaa Principle of Ujima to pay respect to Kobe Bryant's memory and legacy. No one has the 'right' words to say and Colah doesn't pretend to have any of them. With the sads of collective grief Colah B Tawkin gets introspective and shares a lesson from observing her Alocasia Regal Shield in bloom. As much as we're encouraged to bloom, glow up and evolve let us remember to be patient with ourselves during our times of dormancy and loss. . . Check out linktr.ee/blackinthegarden to hear 'The Art of Plantrepreneurship' Featuring Colah B Tawkin and SUBSCRIBE to Afro Beets podcast! . . Keep up on IG . . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Jul 2021 | Black in ATL Botanical Garden! w: Moe Hemmings | 01:13:39 | |
Colah had the pleasure of welcoming Moe Hemmings, Community Outreach Manager at Atlanta Botanical Garden to the podcast. They chopped it up about Moe's interests and work at ABG. Colah was excited to chat careers at the garden, how ABG partners with similar organizations, the value of volunteering at the garden (and anywhere you want to be!) and much more. Listen to get the tea on Atlanta Botanical Garden's plant cuttings and funeral policy! Find out more about Atlanta Botanical Garden Learn more about Niyyah: @thebloomjourney on Instagram The Bloom Journey on Facebook This episode is Sponsored by Motherland Essentials, a Black woman owned business handcrafting beautiful plant based soaps + bath & body products essential for ALL skin types. Support the podcast AND save 15% by using code BLACKINTHEGARDEN at checkout: motherlandessentials.com Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! 💳Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 16 Jun 2020 | Finding Solutions to Our Problems in the Garden w/ Neighbor Nick | 01:16:36 | |
Our favorite Neighbor, Nick the OG urban farmer from Los Angeles joins us from a Maui mountainside to chop it up about liberation and drop some gems on it. Colah B Tawkin and Nick get into some current events in order to connect the solution(s) to the garden. In part 1 of this dope conversation topics include: understanding/owning the Black narrative, the vulnerability of the Black Messiah today, how we’re economically empowered via gardening, a pro tip on how to clear yo third eye and MORE! At the end of the day we all could be better neighbors so tune in for part 2 to keep this convo going! . . Keep up with Nick on Instagram: @nickneighbor . . Support Black Planty Content! @Blackgirlgreenworld : Plants I Didn’t Kill Instagram live, Thursdays at 9pm @blackplantchick : Black Plant Chick Podcast, sponsored by Black in the Garden @soulsistaplants : Hella Plants! Instagram live on Wednesdays . . Get Coco and Seed by visiting linktr.ee/blackinthegarden Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 04 Aug 2021 | Black and Lit! w/ Natalie Baszile | 00:35:18 | |
Colah B Tawkin had the pleasure of being in conversation with author Natalie Baszile who is most widely known for having written the novel 'Queen Sugar'. Natalie spoke with Colah from Oakland about her family gardening legacy, her writing process, her favorite flowers and how they're necessary in her life. In this beautiful exchange, Natalie shared her fave recipe for her homegrown lemons and Colah got to teach Natalie a new word! This is part 1 of 2 so tune in next week for more tea on Baszile's latest anthology: 'We Are Each Other's Harvest' Learn more about Nataile Baszile's incredible literature: This episode is Sponsored by Motherland Essentials, a Black woman owned business handcrafting beautiful plant based soaps + bath & body products essential for ALL skin types. Support the podcast AND save 15% by using code BLACKINTHEGARDEN at checkout: motherlandessentials.com Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! 💳Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 18 Feb 2021 | Hyper Creativity & HELLA Plants! | 01:14:55 | |
***If this episode appears late or double please excuse the technical hiccup. If this episode was missing from your library...Enjoy!*** Colah B Tawkin is back like she never left in the Season 3 PREMIERE of Black in the Garden. 🥳We start on a vulnerable note as Colah makes a passionate call to action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 19 Jan 2021 | The Plants Chose Me! Feat. Jade, The Black Plant Chick | 00:53:35 | |
Podcaster, author, business woman, plantrepreneur AND plantfluencer extraordinaire Jade aka the Fiddle leaf fig whisperer joins us on Season 3! Jade chops it up with Colah B Tawkin and tells us how the plants chose her. If you’ve heard The Black Plant Chick podcast you know How much Jade loves Big plant energy! She drops gems on building community, Consulting and knowing your worth. Of course Jade and Colah talked about Podcasting cause Issa podcast! Shoutout to Niyyah, @theBloomjourney Support our Soil Sista, get into her podcast, buy merch and hire her! Blackplantchick.com @blackplantchick on Instagram 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🎙Tune in to The Plant Kiki on the same podcatcher you’re listening on today. ♻️Join The Compost Society @compostsociety @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden in Twitter Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: 📩Blackinthegarden@gmail.com#Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 05 Oct 2023 | The Botany of Wakanda | 00:48:20 | |
Ready for an exciting deep dive into Wakanda's botany and soil?! In this special episode, we're thrilled to be joined by two fellow Wakanda enthusiasts and friends of the show, Niyya @theBloomJourney and Derek our resident ETHNO-botanist. Host, Colah B. Tawkin opens with an exciting announcement about her TedX debut in Jacksonville, FL. In this Afro-Futuristic episode, we're exploring the rich plant-centric world of Marvel's Black Panther. While Wakanda is famous for its tech and culture, we’re most excited about the real-world parallels and universal lessons embedded in Wakanda's botanical themes. Recorded during the movie's small-screen debut, we're talking about the heart-shaped herb, the enchantment of Vibranium-infused soil, and their connections to land ownership and Wakanda's hidden power. Bonus: Colah points out Shuri's most slept skill: botany! You’ll want to share this with all your favorite Wakandans before it ends! Follow and support Niyya: @thebloomjourney on Instagram The Bloom Journey on Facebook Follow and support our resident botanical Blackspert Derek: @thechocolatebotanist in Instagram Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCxsce8LaWKVw2g0-xDqdPNg
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| 10 May 2021 | Momming with Plants! ::Bonus:: | 01:06:14 | |
Colah has another compelling conversation with our OG Soil Sista, Brittany from Season 1, Ep. 8: Stay #PlantWoke. This bonus episode (we still spring breakin) is all things momming and it’s explicit, real and as witty as you’ve come to expect from the conversations with Colah B Tawkin on Black in the Garden! Reference episode: Good Moms Bad Choices: How to Heal Your Inner Child ft. Devi Brown Keep up with Brittany: brittanyminor.com @blackgirlgreenworld on Instagram IGTV: Plants I Didn’t Kill Greeting card mentioned: Kindred paper company on Etsy Support the moms mentioned: CaShawn Thompson: www.CaShawn.com and buy ORIGINAL merch on www.blackgirlsaremagic.com Synitta Walker: theepurpleonion.medium.com Brittni: @leave_it_to_brittni on Instagram 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 02 Feb 2021 | Grounded via Plant Parenthood: Prequel w/ Alexander Hardy | 01:01:54 | |
Colah rings in the Negro New Year aka Black History Month with her Soil Cousins Kamili and Derek from The Plant Kiki to (hilariously) highlight Botanical Black History Figure Dr. Marie Clark Taylor. Tune into the 'Bustin Down Botanical Black History' episode of the Plant Kiki for the whole conversation. We continue our conversation with Alexander Hardy in the pre-quel from 2020 when he first became a proud plant dad. The theme of mental health prevailed as Alex candidly delved into first experiences with depression during his residence in Panama (land of his grandmother). We learn more about his struggles with homelessness in NYC while becoming a mental health advocate and striving to find a home of his own to feel safe enough to become a plant parent. Since we went deep on mental health and understand that some of our Soil Cousins may be in need of resources to get through thangs please consider these links provided by Alex:
📻Bassey Ikpi on NPR 🧑🏾🏫On Dr. Marie Clark Taylor https://www.womeninhorticulture.com/post/woman-of-firsts-marie-clark-taylor
TheAlexanderhardy.Com on Janet Jackson’s internet Twitter : Chrisalexander_ 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🎙Tune in to The Plant Kiki on the same podcatcher you’re listening on today. ♻️Join The Compost Society @compostsociety @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden in Twitter Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: 📩Blackinthegarden@gmail.com#Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 10 Dec 2019 | Plant Tea with the PlantBlerd! | 00:39:51 | |
On Episode 4 of Black in the Garden we take a beat to get into the origin story of the podcast as Colah B Tawkin recounts a few ways life tried to drag her during her pursuit of Black Excellence. This week we are joined by the illustrious Soil Sista: The PlantBlerd, Kamili, to get into some black nerd culture like #DemThrones and the unique ways we blackily engage on social media as Blerds. We discuss plantfluencership and why so many of us create 'Instagram duality' via an alternative page to fully indulge our houseplant stanning in the digital green 'hood. Kamili dropped several gems, such as a life lesson from a fiddle leaf fig plant and even had time to quote Alice Walker! We discussed her #MonsteraBoo and how she acquired a Pink Princess philodendron named Grace Jones. Getchu some tea and get into this planty plantTEA, boo! --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 08 Jul 2020 | Becoming a Plant Revolutionary with Monai Mccullough Pt. 1 | 01:07:05 | |
Episode 1 0 of season 2 is Part 1 of conversation with Monai, known by many as the Plant Mom of Amsterdam. She talks us through her journey from a kid in Jamaica Queens raised by a mama who made her go outside and camp every summer to becoming an international plant revolutionary in Amsterdam. She dabbled in floristry and fashion merchandising but a lunch break plant habit activated the plant mom in her who has helped and inspired many green thumbs! Monai's story is proof that it pays to see the beauty in this unpredictable journey we're all on called life. Follow on Instagram @plantmom.amsterdam and support her fundraising for Planthood lnk.bio/khem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 30 Oct 2021 | The REAL Cost of Chocolate | 00:50:53 | |
Colah is joined by CoHost and ethnobotany expert, Derek ‘the chocolate botanist’ Haynes to explore the questionable ethics of chocolate cultivation. They want you to think twice before you take your next bite! Turns out, Derek is also a Roald Dahl expert as he brilliantly connected Willy Wonka lore to the subject at hand. Trigger warning: this episode contains mention of sex trafficking and child slavery. Follow and support our resident botanical Blackspert Derek: @thechocolatebotanist in Instagram Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCxsce8LaWKVw2g0-xDqdPNg References: https://chargedaffairs.org/the-hidden-ingredient-in-chocolate-africas-child-slaves/ Support ethical Chocolate companies: https://www.slavefreechocolate.org/ethical-chocolate-companies Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🖍Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 23 Feb 2021 | Planks and Pistils! with John Caleb Pendleton | 01:02:33 | |
We’re joined by floral and wood designer, John Pendleton from Chicago. Colah and John unpacked quite a bit on topics like: 🪵Masculinity in the floral design world. 🌷His love for sawdust and creating boutonnières. 💐Musings on the vision and six figure flower budget of the Roc Nation brunch. ☠️The silent and rusty G in HGTV. 🎥Some of John’s favorite scenes of Black folks with flowers like Black is King. 😒The whitewashed floral supply chain. 👧🏾Engaging Black youth in floristry and much more! Shout outs: the legend, Marsha P. Johnson and Maurice Harris @bloomandplume Follow and support John’s floral artistry. @Planksandpistils Facebook: Planks & Pistils 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 🎙Tune in to The Plant Kiki on the same podcatcher you’re listening on today. ♻️Join The Compost Society @compostsociety @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden in Twitter Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: 📩Blackinthegarden@gmail.com#Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 23 Jun 2020 | Let's Get Liberated in the Garden! Pt.2 w/ Neighbor Nick | 01:13:12 | |
Part 2 of our Conversation with our favorite neighbor, Nick is just as insightful as the first with just as many gems. Nick breaks down the difference between freedom and liberation on the heels of an extra Black Juneteenth. Colah B Tawkin and Nick discuss how we define Black liberation. Nick shares a bit of his personal liberation from the drive-thru lines of Los Angeles and throws all the shade at y'all favorite burger pushing clown. Gems were also dropped about the vitality of intergenerational connections in community gardens in the hood. Spoiler alert! Beethoven is a Brotha?! Follow Nick in Instagram @Nickneighbor . . Get Coco and Seed by visiting linktr.ee/blackinthegarden . . Support Black Planty Content! @Blackgirlgreenworld : Plants I Didn’t Kill Instagram live, Thursdays at 9pm @blackplantchick : Black Plant Chick Podcast, sponsored by Black in the Garden! @soulsistaplants : Hella Plants! Instagram live on Wednesdays . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 26 Mar 2025 | Don't Moss With Me II with Plant Zaddy & The Chocolate Botanist | 00:29:10 | |
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 and horticulture. Today, Colah B. Tawkin, co-host Plant Zaddy, and resident botanist The Chocolate Botanist put their plant knowledge to the test with questions rooted in horticulture lifestyle. Think you know your spices? Can you name multiple trees in just 8 seconds? You might be surprised! Get ready to laugh, learn, and flex your own botanical brilliance. We ain’t new to this—we TRUE to this. Let’s get into it! For more information, www.wabe.org/podcasts/blackinthegarden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 18 Aug 2021 | Soil Cousin Catchup: Let’s TALK! | 00:53:03 | |
Colah is excited about the new Black in the Garden Coloring Experience! Get yours TODAY: https://blkinthegarden.com/store/p/bitg-coloring-book This episode digs deeper into Colah B Tawkin’s journey that lead her to becoming the host of Black in the Garden podcast. She fills in some of the blanks that needed filling on this transparent and vulnerable episode. Text Colah: 833-819-3926 and save the number! Like what you heard? Here’s what to do to Help sustain this show: 🤳🏾SHARE IT! ⭐️Leave five stars and review it on Apple podcasts! 🌱Sow a seed of Support for Black in the Garden by becoming a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden 💳Buy MERCH! Blkinthegarden.com Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang! @Blackinthegarden on Instagram @Blacknthegarden on Twitter Drop a line: 📩hello@blkinthegarden.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 09 Jan 2021 | Intentional Dormancy: In the Spirit of a Bare Tree | 00:34:48 | |
Colah comes into 2021 warmly from CP time zone to wish you a Happy New Year and encourage you to determine your own interpretation of what a new beginning looks like for you. In the spirit of a bare tree, we consider the benefits of dormancy. Keeping the energy of our last guest, Travis, we’re beathing and pausing intentionally. From that breath, a new seed planting tradition came up in memory of our (new)ancestors. Colah encourages us to get a vibe check via: 🌱Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 21 Apr 2022 | Into the (420) Weeds w/ Jules | 00:45:48 | |
This Year's 420 episode welcomes Cannabis Cup winner, vermicompost king and soil researcher Jules Giuliano. Jules gets into the weeds about cannabis cultivation with Colah B Tawkin. They discuss the life cycle of the plant and how vermicompost makes it less stressful to cultivate. Jules shares how he learned vermicomposting from a Chi Town stoner, how he taught his mom to compost and the unexpected story of his claim to the Cannabis Cup. Jules and Colah conclude with a plot for the next great stoner flick. Support and follow Jules Season 5 proudly sponsored by Atlanta Botanical Garden!
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| 23 Apr 2025 | Farmwashing: Deception on Aisle 3 | 00:27:44 | |
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 misleading marketing, the exploitation of migrant farm workers, and the erasure of Black farmers from the narrative. Plus, practical tips for intentionally supporting Black-owned farms and resources like the Black Farmers Index to help you do just that. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 23 Dec 2020 | #PlantsnPoses / Creativity as Resistance | 00:58:34 | |
For Episode 5 of Season 3, Colah wraps up 2020 with a conversation with her friend and OG Soil Cousin Travis on hypercreativity, supporting Black in the Garden and #PlantsnPoses. Follow Travis on Instagram : @plantsdecoop Youtube : plantsdecoop Sow a seed of Support for the podcast, get behind the scenes and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden
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| 14 Jul 2020 | Misogynoir in Green Spaces | 01:29:46 | |
On episode 11 Colah continues the conversation with Monai who returned with the plantrepreneur squad, Bri Saintt and Maryah Greene! 3 dope queens joined Colah B Tawkin to discuss what we not gone do: get dehydrated, be disrespected or let our minds be colonized. Bri is Robin Hood with the plants, a hydration enthusiast and she be styling too. Maryah is a plant sylist, plant doctor and also that girl on the train with a wagon full of plants. . . If you're looking for them, they would rather you help get justice for Breonna: SIGN the petition!!! JUSTICE FOR BREONNA!!! https://justiceforbreonna.org/ . Donate to funding Monai's plant shop opening in Amsterdam: https://www.ulule.com/planthood-a-place-for-plant-parents/ . . Get Coco and Seed by visiting linktr.ee/blackinthegarden . . Support Black Planty Content! @Blackgirlgreenworld : Plants I Didn’t Kill Instagram live, Thursdays at 9pm @blackplantchick : Black Plant Chick Podcast, sponsored by Black in the Garden! @soulsistaplants : Hella Plants! Instagram live on Wednesdays . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 24 Dec 2019 | Setting Intentions for 2020 with Plants! | 00:54:45 | |
Episode 6 wraps up 2019 with a pod roll call saluting some great black podcasts that influenced Black in the Garden (listed below) and a quote from a contemporary negrolosopher to put it all into perspective. Wes discusses how he went from failed attempts at planting flowers to talking to plants as self care. He helps us prepare for the upcoming decade by sharing his tips for setting intentions with plants, how to 'program seeds' to get our manifestation on and how to use plants to honor ancestors. Wes wants us to remember that we're ALLL energy healers in our everyday lives and that there is healing frequency in classic soul music! . Learn more about happenings at the Salt Lounge @thesaltloungelb (IG) . . . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 04 Mar 2020 | Vernal Ambitions and Daylight Spending! | 00:26:10 | |
Episode 16 is a solo mission where Colah B Tawkin shares her enthusiasm for sowing seeds, kicking off Women's History Month, and Daylight SPENDING! Spring is about to Sprang and Colah is readayyy! Have you reviewed on Apple yet? The world needs you to tell them why you rock with this podcast + There are plants to win for that in a low key giveaway. We even got to hear a letter from a listener who thanks Black in the Garden for keeping her employed! Needless to say, Colah thanks all supporters profusely. Y'all the best! . . Sow a seed of Support for the podcast and become a PATRON! patreon.com/blackinthegarden @Blackinthegarden on Instagram Visit linktr.ee/blackinthegarden for all Black in the Garden Everythang!! Drop a line: Blackinthegarden@gmail.com #Blackinthegarden and Subscribe on YouTube : Black in the Garden --- This episode is sponsored by · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackinthegarden/support ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| 19 Feb 2025 | Plantrepreneurship with Seed Atlanta | 00:34:16 | |
Plants aren’t just about adding greenery to your space—they hold real economic potential and can open doors to thriving business opportunities. In this episode of Black in the Garden, we explore “plantrepreneurship”—the intersection of plant passion and entrepreneurship—and the importance of increasing Black representation in the plant and gardening industry. We’re joined by Campbell, the visionary behind Seed Atlanta, a dynamic plant business that’s more than just a shop. Seed Atlanta is a hub of empowerment, connection, and culture, offering thoughtfully curated plant tours and vibrant events like Sip and Soil and Plantini, designed to foster community and celebration. From her early days as a budding plantrepreneur to creating a movement that celebrates plants and people, Campbell’s journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and growth. Tune in to hear how Campbell nurtured her vision and cultivated both her business and community through the principles of plant care. For more information on Seed Atlanta: For more information on Black in the Garden, visit: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||