The Chelsea Physic Garden Podcast

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Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jess Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society.

Chelsea Physic Garden


    • Jan 8, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES
    • 2 SEASONS


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    Bonus Episode - Plants Have Secrets: Digital Youth Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 52:01


    In August 2023, seven young people took part in Chelsea Physic Garden's third and final Plants Have Secrets digital youth project. The group made a podcast episode to feature on Chelsea Physic Garden's main podcast. The participants learned about plants that are featured in our historic glasshouses, following their restoration in 2023. Some participants were inspired by plants elsewhere in the Garden. The young people worked in small teams to produce podcast segments that were put together by Ned Sedgwick, the producer and one of the hosts of Chelsea Physic Garden's podcast. They were passionate about their chosen subjects. They created insightful and engaging content to listen to. After hearing the podcast episode, you may see the featured plants in a completely different light. Subjects covered were plants from the Andes, the Opium Wars, privilege and gardening, chocolate and the symbology of plants.

    A physic garden for the future

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 39:13


    In the final chapter of our mini-series celebrating 350 years of Chelsea Physic Garden, hosts Jessica and Ned gaze into the future! Explore with them how a quirk of history safeguards Chelsea Physic Garden in an ever-changing world, and witness how the Garden protects nature from some of its greatest scourges—from climate change to goats! Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick, guide you through three episodes about the captivating world of plants and their profound impact on the past, present and future.

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    Unlocking our collections

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 31:53


    Delve deeper into the green wonders of Chelsea Physic Garden in 'Unlocking our collections', the second episode of our three-part series marking 350 years of plant science. Join hosts Ned Sedgwick and Jessica Regan as they seek to discover some of the secrets of the Garden's history. From its origins in 1673, to the recent reopening of  our historic Glasshouses, no fern will be left unturned!  Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, Ned and Jessica will guide you through three episodes about the captivating world of plants and their profound impact on the past, present and future.

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    Horticulture for humankind

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 36:36


    Welcome to 'Horticulture for humankind', the first instalment of a three-part mini-series celebrating 350 years of Chelsea Physic Garden. Join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they embark on a journey into the some of the epoch-changing plants that have shaped our world which can be found in the Garden. From the ancient papyrus to the history of tea, this episode delves into famous and lesser-known plants that have become integral to our lives.  Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, your hosts Ned and Jessica explore the fascinating world of plants and their importance to humankind. 

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    01: Ginger with Belvoir Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 40:40


    The first of our three-part mini-series in partnership with Belvoir Farm, hosts, Jessica and Ned, explore all things Ginger. They discuss, its significance in different cultures from a medicinal and culinary perspective as well as getting a chance to chat to Leanne from Belvoir Farm behind the scenes in their factory.  Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society. Chelsea Physic Garden has partnered with Belvoir Farm to celebrate their botanical sodas range. A range of three, nature-inspired sodas including Floral Fizz, Bitter Orange Spritz and Spicy Ginger Fizz. Bringing something deliciously different to your usual mixer.

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    02: Hibiscus with Belvoir Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 38:22


    The second of our three-part mini-series in partnership with Belvoir Farm, hosts, Jessica and Ned, explore all things Hibiscus. They discuss, its significance in different cultures from a medicinal and culinary perspective as well as getting a chance to chat to Leanne from Belvoir Farm behind the scenes in their factory.  Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society. Chelsea Physic Garden has partnered with Belvoir Farm to celebrate their botanical sodas range. A range of three, nature-inspired sodas including Floral Fizz, Bitter Orange Spritz and Spicy Ginger Fizz. Bringing something deliciously different to your usual mixer.

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    03: Orange with Belvoir Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 37:36


    The final of our three-part mini-series in partnership with Belvoir Farm, hosts, Jessica and Ned, explore all things Oranges. They discuss, its significance in different cultures from a medicinal and culinary perspective as well as getting a chance to chat to Leanne from Belvoir Farm behind the scenes in their factory.  Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society. Chelsea Physic Garden has partnered with Belvoir Farm to celebrate their botanical sodas range. A range of three, nature-inspired sodas including Floral Fizz, Bitter Orange Spritz and Spicy Ginger Fizz. Bringing something deliciously different to your usual mixer.

    00 - The Physic Garden Podcast coming soon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 0:29


    Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society. Subscribe now to be the first to get new episodes as they are released. 

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