In this episode, I'm talking with Matt McFarland of The Growing Season in Bolton, ON. We're talking with this very entertaining, self-identified "Bolton Boy", podcast and radio show host about working with his dad, drafting landscape designs as young as the age of six, studying at Humber, finding his own way, and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Glenlivet Scotch Whiskey 14 (or 18) and Cuban Cigars!

Stellllllaaaaaaa! (any theatre friends in the audience?)

Creemore

Espresso!

Sweet Water IPA by Sweet Water Brewing Company

FYI: that ride at Canada's Wonderland previously known as "Italian Job" is now called "Backlot Stunt Coaster" (yup. stupid name)

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with George Uvari from Knowledge Tree Consulting in Toronto, Ontario.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Art Vanden Enden in Oshawa, Ontario. We're talking about his 44 years in garden retail, his work with Landscape Ontario, "the Art of Gardening", writing for the Landscape Trades magazine, his 25 years with Wheel & Cullen and then with Sheridan Nurseries, microbreweries, visiting keukenhof gardens in the Netherlands and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Grolsch by Grolsch Brewery

Red Vienna Lager by Old Flame Brewing Company

Stash Burst by Creemore Breweries

QUESTION: What does the word "garden" mean to you? Enter your answer in the comments section of this episode!

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Matt McFarland of The Growing Season in Bolton, ON.

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In this episode, I'm talking with the ever-fabulous (and one of my personal mentors) Lindsay Drake Nightingale from Yorkshire Garden Services Inc (22 years in business!) in Concord, ON.

We're talking about her presidency with Landscape Ontario, her shift from working in the not-for-profit world to owning a landscape business, how the people along your path influence you and project you forward, "niche boutique garden care", potscaping, Whiskey and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Canadian Whiskey by Legends in Perry Sound

Any of the whiskeys from Rheault Distillery in Hurst, Ontario

Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whiskey Hazed and Confused Juicy IPA from Muskoka Brewery

Muskoka Detour from Muskoka Brewery

BIGGEST PIECE OF ADVICE FOR NEW BUSINESSES: Learn as much as you can about finances AND - if you don't want to your finances - find someone who can and will. (BOOK: "Who not How" by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy")

Tune in next week for a special episode with just me talking to you directly and celebrating the halfway point of the first season of this podcast.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Amy Fedele from Pretty Purple Door (you have GOT to check her out on Instagram!) based out of Northeastern Pennsylvania!

We're talking about her awesome marketing and branding, her online teachings/resources and ebooks, her Youtube channel, content creation, making landscape design accessible, Blue microphones, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Watermelon Beet Sour (it actually tastes SO GOOD!) by Mascot Brewery in Toronto Schofferhofer Grapefruit Radler (brewed in Germany)

BOOK RECOMMENDATION:

She has a whole list so check it out at this link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-506a9c5b/list/2JYSJKY57JRAI

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with the fabulous Lindsay Drake Nightingale from Yorkshire Garden Services Inc. in Concord, ON.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Jonas Spring, owner of Ecoman & the Toronto Plant Market in - you guessed it - Toronto Ontario. We're talking about his landscaping and garden business (20 years in business!), his retail native plant operation called the "Toronto Plant Market", arranging the plants in the garden center by their ecological region/reference or ideal growing conditions INCLUDING houseplants (how freaking cool is that?!), mental health and of course - BEER! BEERS: Moosehead Radler (so good on a hot day!) Blue Moon (my personal gateway beer) BOOK RECOMMENDATION: Ecology & Systems Books ie. Garden Revolution by Larry Weaner and Thomas Christopher Tune in next week when I'm speaking with the super talented Amy Fedele who owns Pretty Purple Door in Pennsylvania! Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH Visit them on Instagram (@ext.tech_inc) or online here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/dgs09

In this episode, I'm talking with fellow entrepreneur and business owner - Melissa V from Melissa V. Photography & Planning in Belmont, Ontario, CANADA.

For something a little different - Melissa doesn't own a landscaping business AND she doesn't drink beer - CRAZY! Yet I am so glad she reached out to me to talk about gardening, being an entrepreneur (and the supportive partners we THANKFULLY have at home), her passion for photography, indecision & impulsivity, changes that came out from COVID, starting a garden from a blank slate, invasive plants and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Hot Chocolate from Tim Hortons

Strongbow, Heemans & Rice Lake Cider

Cheery Mead from Heemans

Sasquatch Schnitzel (amazing can art!!!) Vienna Lager by Kichesippi beer company (brewed in Ottawa, ON.)

Special shout outs in this episode to Whistling Gardens and Heemans Greenhouse!

P.S. Heemans has awesome labels on certain plants informing the public if it might become invasive or spread aggressively.

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Jonas Spring from Ecoman and the Toronto Plant Market in (you guessed it) Toronto, ON.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Blake Tubby from Arbordale Landscaping in Vaughn/Concord & Toronto Ontario.

We're talking about how his parents started the company in 1981, Humber College, serving your "niche", working with subcontractors to complete projects, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Heineken (old ye faithful)

Red Wines (California Cab Sauvs, Silk Road & Italian primitivos)

White Wines: Gewurztraminer & Liebfraumilch The Mutants are Revolting by Flying Monkeys

BOOK RECOMMENDATION:

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Melissa from Melissa V. Photography & Event Planning out of Belmont, Ontario.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Ed Hansen from Landscape Ontario, EXT.tech, TEC Canada and others centered in Ottawa, Ontario.

We're talking about time planning, prioritizing the important stuff, his journey to becoming the President of Landscape Ontario, Green Melon branding, how entrepreneurs don't fit in the "box", asking for help, community and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Coffee (that looks like Guinness)

Dark Beers

"Vim & Vigor" by Tooth & Nail Brewery

"Vitamin O" beer Oland Brewery, Nova Scotia

Organic Hazy IPA by the London Brewing CoOp

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Blake Tubby from Arbordale Landscaping in Toronto.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Almas Khalam from Truleaf Garden Consulting in Brantford, Ontario.

We're talking about Planting Seeds, Vegetable Gardens, Edibles, Herbs, Floral Design, growing your own food, Radishes and Lettuce, coming to Canada from India, "London Fog", Tea and of course - BEER (though not really...in this episode)!

BEERS:

*NOT THIS TIME*

Kraken Rum from Proximo Spirits of Jersey City

Dead Man Fingers Rum from the Bristol & Bath Rum Distillery

Teas

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Ed Hansen from Landscape Ontario, EXT.tech, TEC Canada and others.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Adam Braun from Belleview Landscapes based in Cambridge, Ontario.

In spite of some technical difficulties, we talk about Hardscaping, Sustainable Softscaping, Natural Materials, Biophilic Design, Native Plants, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Sunkiss NEIPA by Jackass Brewing

Van Full of Wierdos by Refined Fool

Tracksuit Smash IPA by Refined Fool

BOOK RECOMMENDATION: "Hellstrip Gardening: Create a Paradise between the Sidewalk and the Curb" by Evelyn Hadden

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Almas Khalam from Truleaf Garden Consulting.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Joanne Shaw from Down2Earth Landscape Design and Host of the "Down the Garden Path" Podcast based in Pickering, Ontario.

We talk about her start into the world of Landscape and landscape design, her podcast which she started as a radio show in 2013, her landscape design business, air plants, her book "Down the Garden Path: A Step by Step Guide to your Ontario Garden"and of course - BEER!

BOOK RECOMMENDATION: "Hellstrip Gardening: Create a Paradise between the Sidewalk and the Curb" by Evelyn Hadden

BEERS:

Ember Coffee and Ember heated mug! ( I need one lol)

Lunatic Fridge (and Double Lunatic Fridge) by the Toboggan Brewing Company

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Adam Braun from Belleview Landscapes.

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In this episode, I'm talking with the infamous Terry Childs from Nature's Way Landscaping in Gananoque, Ontario. He's been in the Landscape profession for more than a quarter of a century! In this episode we talk about the many hats he's worn with Landscape Ontario, CNLA, Fusion Landscaping (& FLP training), , and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Iron Brew (Scottish Soft Drink) Charlotteville Brewing Company in Simcoe New Limburg Brewery (the place I keep forgetting the name of that is a converted elementary school)

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Joanne Shaw from Down2Earth Landscape Design and Host of the "Down the Garden Path" Podcast.

In this episode, I'm talking with Ranger Emily Febrey from London, ON. We're talking about her tv show "Learn with Ranger Em" (going into it's 5th season!), her love for the outdoors, environmental stewardship, Environmental Design, connecting kids to nature, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Michelob Ultra

Life in the Clouds by Collective Arts

Horizon by Canvas Brewing

Tesla's Revenge by Broken Rail in St.Mary's, ON.

QUOTE: "You and I didn't cause Climate Change but you and I can be part of the solution."

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Art Vanden Enden from Oshawa, ON.

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In this episode, I'm talking with David McEldon of David McEldon Landscape & Design in Toronto, Ontario. We're talking about his interest in Design, visualizing possibilities for a space in our minds, his idea for a podcast "Wisteria and Wine", the Rouge National Urban Park, horticultural therapy, combining hardscape materials, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Westmalle Tripel by Brouwerij der Trappisten van Westmalle Saison Dupont by Brasserie Dupont sprl Wicked Awesome by Nickel Brook Brewing Co.

BOOKS:

The Inward Garden by Julie Moir Messervy

Residential Landscape Architecture by Booth & Hiss

any Design books by John Brooks

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Terry Child's from Nature's Way Landscaping in Gananoque, Ontario.

In this episode, I'm talking with Anne Bartlett of Riverwood Gardens - West Grey's best kept secret. She sells new and interesting perennials, shrubs and trees. We're talking about her garden center and consultation business, what it's like working out of her home, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

San Pellegrino (not a beer!)

STOLICHNAYA Cucumber Vodka Short Pier Long Walk IPA by Refined Fool

BOOKS:

The Homeowner's Complete Tree & Shrub Handbook by Penelope O'Sullivan

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with David McEldon from David McEldon Landscape & Design in Toronto, Ontario.

CORRECTION: In this episode I talk about Cyclamen as a perennial bulb here in Ontario - NOPE IT IS NOT! I was totally thinking about Crocus. OOPS!

In this episode, I'm talking with Annalee Rudi from Grand River Natural Stone. In this episode, we're celebrating National Pajama Day (April 6th) and talking about the "Grandies" Awards, Orchids, Indie88, Rubber Duckies, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Ransack the Universe IPA, Collective Arts Brewing

Muskoka Detour, Muskoka Brewery

BOOKS:

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Anne Bartlett from Riverwood Gardens in West Grey, Ontario.

In this episode, I'm talking with Pam Cook from Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services. In this episode, we're talking about plant and tree identification, the forest, "Women on Site", Trees as Places (and friends), Nasturtiums, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

"Shovel Crew Brew" Milk Stout through Powerhouse Brewing

Sunburst from Storm Stayed Brewing

BOOKS:

The New Farm by Brent Preston

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Annalee Rudi from Grand River Stone London to celebrate National Pajama Day!

In this episode, I'm talking with Scott Sim from Moon Glow Lightscapes and D3 Lighting. In this episode, we're talking about alcohol-free and NA beers, the craft beer experience, landscape lighting, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Dead Elephant from Rail City Brewing

Designated Drinks (Mike, Owner is going to be on a future episode!)

Upside Drinks

Corona Non-Alcoholic 0.5%

Placebo Rousse Red Ale by Barberie in Quebec

Guinness Zero

Red & Amber Ales, IPA's

The Detroit Brewing Company

BOOKS:

Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Pam Cook from Clintar Commercial Outdoor services.

In this episode, I'm talking with Ben Porchuk from Restorative Nature Experiences . He is one of the best and most knowledgeable (in my opinion) when it comes to creating biodiversity, ecological restoration and using native plants in the garden. In this episode, we're talking about SNAKES!, connecting kids to nature/gardens, school gardens, GIS Lab School, Everlasting Tree School, "Come Alive Outside", and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Jutsu Pale Ale by Bellwoods

Lug Tread by Beau's

Sleemans

Sandwich Brewery

Juice Box Hazy IPA by Sons of Kent

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Scott Sim from Moon Glow Lightscapes and D3 Lighting.

In this episode, I'm talking with the Tattooed Gardener - Paul Gellatly. In this episode, we're talking about (and nerding-out about) PLANTS, hybridizing daylilies, first dates (how wonderfully random!), connecting people to gardens, losing yourself in the garden to find yourself, Gin and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

The Botonist Islay Dry Gin with water

TropiCanada by Forked River Brewing Company

BOOKS:

Books by Marjorie Harris & Mark Cullen

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Ben Porchuk from Restorative Nature Experiences.

In this episode, I'm talking with Curtis (NOT "CHRIS"!) Hutten from The Landmark Group. In this episode, we're talking about epic Christmas light displays, homesteading, the Peer to Peer Group with Landscape Ontario, receiving the Dunington-Grubb Award (AH! Awesome), craning in materials, staffing shortages and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Hazy IPA by Side Launch Brewing Company

Elora Borealis by Elora Brewing Company

Muskoka Detour by Muskoka Brewery (so good!)

Life in the Clouds by Collective Arts

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Paul Gellatly - The Tattooed Gardener.

In this episode, I'm talking with Janet Mott from Christine's Touch Gardening Ltd.. In this episode, we're talking about finding and working with the right client, "COVID Beers", Natural and Manicured Gardens, Tulips and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Muskoka Detour

Laker Red

Life in the Clouds, Collective Arts

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Curtis Hutten from the Landmark Group.

Happy Valentine's Day!

In this episode (not 3 or 4 but #5! lol), I'm talking with Sean James from Sean James Consulting. He is one of the most interesting and knowledgeable people that I know and it was a real joy to have him on the show. In this episode, we're talking about embracing our superheroes and own weird and wonderful selves, Bullfrog Power, travelling for design work, Goldenrod, Milkweed, native and invasive species, Biodiversity and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Steamwhistle Paulaner and Negra Model Space Invader IPA

BOOKS:

1. The Language of Butterflies by Wendy Williams
2. Microbia by Eugenia Bone

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Janet Mott from Christine's Touch Gardening Ltd.

In this episode, I'm talking with David Hobson in Waterloo, ON. We're talking about his experience gardening, writing for the Waterloo Region Record, the Facebook Group "Grand Gardeners" (make sure to join it is AWESOME!), Gardens in the the UK, DavidHobson.ca (blogs), Gardeners World & Monty Don, the Chelsea Flower Show and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Guinness

Juiced Seagull Wheat Ale by Cowbell Brewing

BOOK RECOMMENDATION: The Explorer's Garden by Daniel J. Hinkley (I think is the book David mentioned)

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Ranger Em from London, ON.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Carla Bailey from Solutions by CB, a Human Resources professional out of London, Ontario. We talk about the SUB program, the importance of HR, "Obscurity" of small businesses, Landscape Ontario and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Coors Light + Sprite (Shandy)

Voodoo Ranger (my #1 FAV!)

BOOKS:

1. Babel, or the Necessity of Violence: an Arcane History of Oxford Translators' Revolution by R.F. Kuang QUESTION FOR YOU FROM OUR GUEST:

Have you read a book or article about "being a burden"? Please leave your response in the Q&A section.

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Sean James from Sean James Consulting

In this episode, I'm talking with Darren Heimbecker (and his pup Lego) from Whistling Gardens in Wilsonville, Ontario CANADA. We discuss his experience transforming a corn field into one of the most magical (and one of my personal favourite) places to visit in Southwestern Ontario, some of his favourite plants and of course - BEER!

*Peony Show* There are over 1,300 varieties of peonies in the garden! Follow them online and be sure to visit this incredible collection when it is blooming!

Sorry Darren that I cut you off at the end!!! AHHH! Still learning how to record these darn things. Yay! Technology!

BEERS:

German, Austrian & Polish Imports

Wishbone Brewing Co.

Bonnieheath Estate Lavender Farm & Winery

New Limburg Brewing Company

Juicy Ass by Flying Monkeys 6.5%

*Stay tuned for a Beer Fest being hosted at Whistling Gardens!

BOOKS:

1. The House of Boughs - a Sourcebook of Garden Designs, Structures and Suppliers

2. Michael A. Dirr's Manual of Woody Landscape Plants

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Carla Bailey from Solutions by CB.

In this episode, I'm talking with David Milne from Quercus Gardens in Toronto, CANADA. We discuss his 45+ years of experience in horticulture and landscaping, Imposter Syndrome and some of his mental health coping strategies for when times get tough, some of his favourite plants and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Snoopy's Legacy/ 7%/ Black Lab Brewery

Hazy Days/Hazy Nights/ 7%/ Cowbell Brewing Co.

BOOKS:

1. Breakfast of Champions by Kurt V. Jr.

2. A Sand County Almanac by Also Leopold

3. Manual of Woody Landscape Plants by Michael A. Dirr

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Darren Heimbecker from Whistling Gardens!

Nice to meet you!

Give me a listen and see if I might be someone you want to tune into or chat with about beer and landscaping on the show.

NEXT EPISODE (release date: Jan 24): I'm talking with David Milne from Quercus Gardens in Toronto. We discuss the importance of caring for gardens and their ecosystems, his role and experience through Landscape Ontario, Imposter Syndrome, some coping strategies that he uses when times get tough and of course - BEER!

Interviews and recording is underway.

Stay tuned for more episodes coming soon!

In this episode, I'm talking with Paul Doornbos from Thornbusch Landscaping in Lansdowne, ON. We're talking about his installation and maintenance business, getting incorporated, investing in equipment to make jobs easier to do, his Austrian shepherds, succession planning and of course - LOT OF BEER!

BEERS:

Guinness

40 Creek Rye

Cowbell's Sunsplash IPA (Blyth, ON.)

Todd is an Absolute Beauty by Refined Fool (Sarnia, ON.)

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with David Hobson - a garden writer in Waterloo, Ontario.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Mike Norris from Designated Drinks in London, Ontario.

We're talking about his non-alcoholic beer store, moving from a garage and living room to a warehouse, making the switch over to non-alc beers, educating others using his own story, leaving the 9-5 to be a full-time entrepreneur and of course - LOT OF BEER!

BEERS:

Free "Dented Beer"

Partake

Harmon's Jack Pine

One for the Road Proceed with Caution

Sober Carpenter IPA (Green Can)

Sober Carpenter Organic Session IPA

BSA Smooth IPA

Athletic Brewing

Philips Iota Hazy IPA

*Shoutout to Northyards Cider in Salmon Arm, BC.

IPYay! by Perth Brewery

Free Spirit Brewing Company

PODCAST: Lex Fridman

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Paul Doornbos from Thornbusch Landscaping in Lansdowne, ON.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Lynzee Bewcyk from Foodscape Gardens in Nelson, BC.

We're talking about her experience helping homeowners grow their own food, apple picking in Tasmania, cultivating patience, being a garden educator in Tofino, smelly mushrooms (Devil's Stinkhorn), lasagna gardening and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Non-Alc beers: Sunsetter Peach Wheat Ale by Stanley Park Brewing in Vancouver and Sober Carpenter beers

Hazed and Confused Juicy IPA & Muskoka Detour from the Muskoka Brewery

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Mike Norris from Designated Drinks in London, Ontario.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Laurie-Ann Stuart (affectionately known by many as "LA") of LA Gardens in Barrie/Innisfil, ON.

This episode we're talking about Landscape Ontario Congress, travelling to see gardens, finding a sense of belonging in the Landscape Profession, being a farm girl, forest bathing, and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Eden Grove (Zero Carb) Dry Cider

The Mutants are Revolting by Flying Monkeys

One Piece of Advice: GET A BOOKKEEPER AND KNOW YOUR NUMBERS! Special shout-out to our mentor and guide which has taught so many of us so much over the years - Jacki Hart from Consulting by Hart in Muskoka.

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Lynzee Bewcyk from Foodscape Gardens in Nelson, BC.

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In this episode, I'm talking with Joe Salemi CAE, Executive Director at Landscape Ontario in Milton, ON.

This episode we're talking about his 22+ years experience with Landscape Ontario, his time with Dynascape and the CNLA, never saying "no" to the right opportunities, hosting "Happy Hour Fridays" at work during the pandemic, so much more and of course - BEER!

BEERS:

Innis & Gunn Blonde from Scotland

Coors Banquet

Scotch

Quantum Hugs Cold IPA from Flying Monkeys

BOOK: The Leadership Contract by Dr. Molinaro

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Laurie-Ann Stuart (affectionately known by many as "LA") of LA Gardens in Barrie/Innisfil, ON.

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In this episode, I'm talking with YOU...or am I talking to myself? Yup - it's just me this time celebrating the mid-way point through this first season of "Hops & Hedges". 

It has been a ride! I am so grateful to all the people who have reached out in support or who have come on the show to share their experiences, lessons and stories.

I am a Landscape Designer at My Landscape Artist in London, Ontario.

This episode is short and sweet (like me). My husband and I are currently in Florida settling the estate of his mother who has recently passed away. It has been a rough week and I'm not entirely sure how I'm going to record and post this episode at the moment. This is more of an emotional episode than what you might be used to on this podcast - but its the real me - and I still manage to talk a bit about beer.

BEERS:

Voodoo Ranger by New Belgium in Colorado Springs

BOOK: Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind by Judson Brewer.

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with the one and only - Joe Salemi CAE, Executive Director at Landscape Ontario.

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In this episode, I'm talking with George Uvari from Knowledge Tree Consulting and Oriole Landscaping (Retired) in Toronto, Ontario. We're talking about the importance of mentorship, learning from your mistakes and the mistakes of others, altruism, his passion and gratitude for Landscape Ontario and all the members and culture, the facility tours, his consulting business, helping people optimize their profits and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

cheap Costco Kirkland brand coffee (it hits the spot!)

Perrier

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Will Joyce from Cudmore’s Landscape & Design Ltd. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Will Joyce from Cudmore’s Landscape & Design Ltd. in Oakville, Ontario. We're talking about the importance of storm water management, being a 2nd generation family business owner, his family cottage in Coboconk, aka 'Cobby' ON. (very fun word to say), KSMI weather app, connecting younger kids to our profession, "Chaos Gardening" and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Corono Zero (non-alc Corona) - I can personally vouch for its yumminess!

Hop Valley's Kryo Stash IPA @8.7% alc

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Lindsey Ross from Living Green Landscaping Inc. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Darla Malcolm-Hauraney from The Garden Girls, TurfNDirt and AOMPrint.ca We're talking about her working with her 70 year-old mom, having a team mostly of the age 50+, regular garden care and maintenance, the importance of having a bookkeeper, stepping away from your business to go travelling, burnout, starting your day with a positive mindset, "cluster & repeat" and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc:

Nespresso

Two non-alc beers: Partake Pale (I like it more than the IPA) & Athletic's Run Wild IPA

WINE!

Cabana Coast's Moscow Mule

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Lexi Dearborn from Dearborn Designs. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Lindsey Best from EXT.tech in Ottawa and Canada.

We're talking about the importance of communication, FLP (Fusion Landscape Professional program & certification), real paper books vs. digital (fyi - paper is always better!), "bottom of the barrel beers" - though - she did go on an adventure after we recorded this episode and tried one called "Naughty Octopus", that is is OKAY to ask for help and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc:

Corona NO LIME!

Sol

a shot of Malibu Coconut Rum IN a Corona (you will NOT be dissapointed!)

Naughty Octopus (she tried after our episode and recommends) by Pelican's Seafood Market & Grill

BOOK RECOMMENDATION:

The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni

Death by Meeting, Patrick Lencioni

The Making of a Manager, Julie Zhuo

Insight, Tasha Eurich

Hug Your Haters, Jay Baer

Louise Penny's Chief Inspector Gamache Series

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Darla Malcolm-Hauraney from The Garden Girls, TurfNDirt and AOMPrint.ca in Mississauga /Oakville, Ontario. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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Hold onto your hats! This is a long one but a great one.

In this episode, I'm talking with Lindsey Ross from Living Green Landscaping Inc. We're talking about that time we were all navigating the workplace during COVID, the incredible support within the Peer to Peer network within Landscape Ontario, his crazy journey into landscaping, hourly wage, managing burnout and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc:

Water (ol' ye faithful)

Keep Rollin' Tropical Fruit Pale Ale by Lake of Bays Brewing co.

For those Landscape Ontario members looking to attend the Peer to Peer Fall Summit event - it will be held on October 24-25 in Huntsville. More details here: https://shorturl.at/lMCl7

BOOK RECOMMENDATION:

Leadership is Language: The Hidden Power of What You Say--and What You Don't

by L. David Marquet

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Lindsey Best from EXT.tech and Hansen Lawn & Garden. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with one of my mentors: Lexi Dearborn from Dearborn Designs in Barrie, Ontario. We're talking about the importance of mentorship, leaving a legacy, finding the right clients, giving yourself permission to look after yourself, asking for help as a strength (not a weakness), her blog "the Gabby Gardener", coffee and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Coffee!

BOOK RECOMMENDATION:

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Sean Donnelly from SD Stone. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with one of two Certified Master Craftsmen in Canada - Sean Donnelly from SD Stone located in Kitchener, Ontario. We're talking about his 15 years in the industry, how he got started in Dry Wall Stonewalling, how YOU can started in the industry if it appeals to you, glacial till, being a recipient of the Chalmers Arts Fellowship Award, and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Guinness - though usually a cold lager

Polish Beers!

Corona Zero (non-alc) without lime. Darn. Next time.

TOOL RECOMMENDATION:

Craft 3lb & 12lb Slab Splitter

Hand Tools all the way!

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with David Fraser from Bunkie Life. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Ashley (aka "Ash") Rowe from the New Leaf Collective. A Marketing firm in London, Ontario. We're talking about how she started her business after finding herself unemployed through COVID, being nominated (and WINNING!) as a "Top 20 Under 20", providing a safe and supportive work environment for her staff, being a "stepping stone" employer, opening her own studio, and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

• Hazy Roy: A Hazy Boy NEIP by the Collective Arts in Sarnia, Ontario
• Xponent Energy Drink made in London, Ontario

BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:

Persuasion & All In - both by Arlene Dickinson

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Will Heeman from Heeman's Greenhouse in London, Ontario. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Randy Tumber from Randy Tumber Landscape Consulting in Amaranth, Ontario. We're talking about working with your "niche market", the importance of WATER in the landscape, winning the Dunnington Grubb Award - TWICE!, being a keynote speaker, the importance of learning the Latin plant names, the International Patio Expo, finding the "right fit client", Landscape Ontario, and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Red Wine - Los Vascos Cromas (Chile)

Collective Arts IPA from Hamilton, ON.

BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:

"The Old Way of Seeing" by Jonathan Hale

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Ash Rowe from New Leaf Co. in London, Ontario. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Jeremy Kamp from Nicola's Garden Art located in the heart of Wortley Village in London, Ontario. We're talking about him taking ownership of his family's business, how the business started as a dry flower arrangement studio, being an instructor at Fanshawe College, drainage issues on job sites, the Fusion Landscape Professional accreditation, pools, scheduling and selling work hours when you have a crew(s), using drones for photos and videos, and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Coors Banquet/Coors Original

Guinness

Guinness Blonde

Hollandia & Dab

Andersons Cream Ale

"Baby Cans" of beer - we're so spoiled with tall cans Rainbows & Smiles Rainbow Sherbet DIPA by Flying Monkeys (er my gerd it is SO GOOD!!!!!)

BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:

(though not mentioned in this episode because we ran out of time, these are some books the two of us have talked about numerous times)

• TRACTION by Gino Wickman
• PROFIT FIRST by Mike Michalowicz
• WHO NOT HOW by Dan Sullivan

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Randy Tumber from Randy Tumber Landscape Consulting in Amaranth, Ontario. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Jennifer Jay from the Joy of Gardening in Thamesford, Ontario. We're talking about her making the leap and starting her own business just this year (2024), working homeowners in their outdoor spaces, her awesome signage and marketing using QR codes (which are SUPER EASY to quickly scan with your phone as you're walking by), and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Mushroom Tea as a coffee substitute

Dandelion, Jasmine & Chamomile Tea

Kicking Horse Brand Coffee

Shout-out to Jenna Goodhand and Cafezia Coffee!!

Drifter Nitro Hazy IPA by Muskoka Brewery

*Nitro Beers use nitrogen gas to create smaller bubbles and a smoother, creamier texture

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Jeremy Kamp from Nicola's Garden Art in Wortley Village, London ON. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with the one and only David Fraser from Bunkie Life in Erin, Ontario. We're talking about his experience on the Dragon's Den, building houses and bunkies and then kits, some of our favourite books, "Grab a Hop and Grab a Hedge" and of course - BEER!

BEERS etc.:

Wellington Brewery's Upside IPA & Imperial Stout

Guinnes & Stouts

Broken Rail Brewing's Overnight Express Milk Stout

TOOL RECOMMENDATION:

The micro compressor - DEWALT Electric Portable 165 PSI 6 Gal Pancake Air Compressor, Oil Free  BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Traction
• Get a Grip
• Rocket Fuel
• Scrum
• anything Simon Sinek

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Jennifer Jay from The Joy of Gardening in Thamesford, Ontario. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I'm talking with Will Heeman from one of my personal favourite places - Heeman's Greenhouse in London, Ontario.

We're talking about how his grandparents came to Canada and started the business in 1963, the importance of creating and supporting community, their famous strawberries, various workshops and activities they offer throughout the year, their various meads and ciders, and cultivating a connection between people and gardening from an early age.

BEERS etc.:

• Blueberry Hard Apple Cider
• Cherry Grove Mead
• (and my personal favourite) Black Stripe Bochet Mead

PIECE OF ADVICE:

Know your 'WHY' and hold on to it; never forget it.

Special thanks to Greg Sagar from Matchbox Productions Canada for filming and recording this episode on location at Heemans.

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with David Milne from Quercus Gardens in Toronto, Ontario.

Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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In this episode, I've brought David Milne from Quercus Gardens back on the show to take a look back on the year.

His episode (#2 in Season 1) was the most watched and streamed episode of Season 1 and I wanted to celebrate him and his year by bringing him back on to chat further.

In this episode, we talk about the challenges of having to let go staff, his "life before wife", the importance of mentorship and having a supportive network, and so much more!

BEER

Beau's Juiced AF Hazy IPA

Kraken Rum

BOOKS

Siddartha by Herman Hesse

Crazy About Gardening by Des Kennedy

Tune in next week when I'm speaking with Michael Albanese from AVESI Stormwater & Landscape Solutions in Hamilton, Ontario.

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In this episode, I'm chatting with Michael Albanese from AVESI Stormwater & Landscape Solutions in Hamilton, Ontario.

We talk about his journey from studying Geography and working as a Rain Home Guide to becoming an expert in the area of Stormwater Management and "Rain Ready" gardens, Fusion Landscaping and being an FLP (Fusion Landscape Professional), Native Plants, Heather's basement that recently flooded and of course - beer!

BEER

Refined Fool's "Hat Day is Cancelled Hazy IPA"

BOOKS

any books by Ed Mylett

Purple Cow by Seth Godin

his own book: The Modern Rain Garden, Michael Albanese

Tune in next week for our last episode of Season 1 where I'm speaking with the man who inspired me to start this crazy thing called podcasting in January, 2024. I will forever be grateful to Daniel Cornacchia from Dancor Landscapes in Markham, Ontario for pushing me to step outside my comfort zone and start a podcast. Season 1 is proudly sponsored by EXT.TECH

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