Podcasts about ploughing

On this special 300th episode of the Beef Edge podcast, Matt Dempsey, whose career spans multiple decades and various roles in agricultural journalism and beyond joins host Catherine Egan.   Matt has been instrumental in driving innovations in Irish agriculture through his work as a journalist, farmer and chairman of various industry groups and he gives his outlook for the Irish beef industry.  Matt discusses intervention, suckler incentive scheme, beef tribunal, BSE and Foot and Mouth to name but a few. Matte highlights the work done by the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation as a significant breakthrough as well as the emphasis on easy calving, and also of marbling of beef. He also comments on the emergence of grazing management, fertiliser, and especially grass varieties and reseeding that have been revolutionary. Matt discusses a previous campaign that the Farmers' Journal and the IFA carried out in relation to Brazilian beef which succeeded in getting the actual import regime changed at Brussels level when the beef trade in Ireland and Europe looked as if it was going to be fundamentally undermined. A huge thanks to everyone that has appeared on the Beef Edge podcast over the past 300 episodes and to all the listeners for making the podcast such a success. Be sure visit us at the Teagasc stand at the Ploughing next week! For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com 

Anna Marie McHugh is just back from the World Ploughing Championships in Prague and straight into planning our own National Ploughing Championships.

Ahead of the 2025 National Ploughing Championship, Bank of Ireland's head of Agriculture Sector Eoin Lowry talks about the changing landscape of farming in Ireland. We are also joined by Stephen Coen from Senus, an Irish start-up, that is making environmental health reviews available to Irish farmers.Visit www.thinkbusiness.ie for more news and supports for start-ups and SMEs in Ireland. If you want to start and grow a business, ThinkBusiness.

In this episode of Jo's Art History Podcast, Jo McLaughlin is joined by Kay Hare to discuss the artist Rosa Bonheur.Whether you're an art enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about the stories behind the masterpieces of the past, this episode is packed with fascinating discussions and fresh perspectives.Guest Details:Kay Hare is a UK based artist.Find Kay online here:Website: www.kayhare.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayhare8art/Host Details:Jo McLaughlin is the creator and host of Jo's Art History Podcast, an art historian, writer, and passionate storyteller dedicated to making art history accessible and engaging for all.Find Jo online:Website: www.josarthistory.comInstagram: @josarthistoryLinkedIn: Jo McLaughlinResources & References:Artworks mentioned:3. The Horse Fair2. Ploughing in the Nivernais3. Briso the dog4. Study of a cowhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JepxCL_Gcnohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT4mEkuQlbohttps://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/becoming-modern/avant-garde-france/realism/v/rosa-bonheur-plowing-in-the-nivernais-1849https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/435702Support the Podcast:If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and rating on whatever platform you are listening on. Your support helps us reach more art lovers!Follow Jo's Art History Podcast for more episodes on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.Let's keep the conversation going! Please share your thoughts on social media using #JoArtHistoryPod and tag us @josarthistory.If you would like to purchase a book from my Amazon wish list as a gift to say thank you and support a future episode, please do so here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/FZ1XZKILJJCJ?ref_=wl_shareThanks for listening!

*This podcast is sponsored by AXA Farm Insurance.Charles O'Donnell and Aisling O'Brien bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes:Warning of €555m annual fall in milk cheques without derogation;NDC VAT dispute results in annual loss of €3.05m;FCI warns against introduction of tractor driving test;Further sightings of Asian hornet in Ireland;ACRES scorecard deadline nears;Hedge cutting season set to start;Ploughing preparation in 'full swing' in OffalyDon't forget to rate, review and follow The Farming Week, Agriland's weekly review of Irish agriculture, and visit Agriland.ie for more. 

When Offaly farmer Joseph Grogan died hours after marrying his partner, the inquest that followed was anything but simple. Now the circumstances around his death are being investigated, with an inquest that heard about the consummation of the marriage, the embalming of the body and religious beliefs. ­ Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Catherine Fegan ­ You can read more of Catherine Fegan's coverage of this story - The crucifix, the marriage cert and the Ploughing – tetchy exchanges at inquest into death of Offaly farmer Joseph GroganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day of celebrations has turned violent in the UK after a car collided with pedestrians at Liverpool Football Club's victory parade. Authorities say a 53-year-old white British man has been arrested and the area has been evacuated. 47 people were injured – 27 were taken to hospital, two with serious injuries, and 20 treated on scene. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking it doesn't appear to be connected to terrorism at this stage. He says the motives are a complete mystery. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new MP3 sermon from Dr David C. Mackereth is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Ploughing on the Rocks. Subtitle: C H Spurgeon Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Dr David C. Mackereth Event: Sunday Service Date: 5/22/2025 Bible: Amos 6:12 Length: 26 min.

For the first time, Southland is set host the World Ploughing Championship in 2029. New Zealand Ploughing Association chairman Scott McKenzie joins Emile Donovan to explain what the event is, how it runs and why Riversdale has been chosen to host it.

If evangelism is sowing seeds, pre-evangelism is ploughing the ground. Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/vxFYR3Iih5A Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) I am a qualified solutions-focused coach. You can book a session with me either via the email above or at the website: https://malcolmcoxcoaching.com/ God bless, Malcolm

If evangelism is sowing seeds, pre-evangelism is ploughing the ground.

The re-introduction of inheritance tax on farm assets dominated this year's National Farmers Union Conference in London. The Union President told delegates farming is facing its biggest crisis of confidence in his lifetime. Facing a frosty reception, the DEFRA Secretary Steve Reed announced a new Farm Profitability Unit to be set up with the department, but told farmers he couldn't give them the answers they wanted on inheritance tax. Elsewhere, the conference focused on growth in agriculture - through investment, exports and tech. The Climate Change Committee has called for a transformation in agriculture in its latest report. The CCC advises the UK government on ways to reduce emissions in order to meet net zero by 2050. Its 7th report sets out a plan from 2038 to 2042, and recommends a 27% drop in the number of cattle and sheep, and that we all eat less meat.The government's allowing the re-introduction of beavers into the wild in England. Up until now they've only been allowed to be released into enclosures - though there have also been some illegal releases. Wildlife groups will need a licence and to get that they'll need a 10 year plan showing the impact beavers are expected to have. The National Farmers Union has argued that farmers should be able to kill beavers should they end up in the wrong place. Scientists at Scotland's Rural College have been feeding cattle an extract from daffodil bulbs to help reduce methane. The ground-breaking research aimed at reducing emissions is called "dancing with daffodils".We round off with a bit of tradition and competition. The European Ploughing Championships are being held in Nottinghamshire we catch up with a ploughing champion who's one of the organisers

Today on the podcast. Ploughing slurry. 2 - Rogue TV sketch. 3:30 - Sex worker chat. 10 - Deep fakes & AI. 13 - Shit weed. 16 - Fly spotting. 19 - Tubby handjob & unfortunate nicknames. 24 - Dunc's dad's car. 26 - Feedback from our Snipers. 28 - Worcestershire sauce is a mistake. 30 - Are you an heir to something / Sheep shearing chat. 33 - The Mooring Knock Shop. 35:30 - Real big weekend ahead? Give us a follow if you haven't already ~ Jay and Dunc. Want to get in touch? Hit us up, here: https://linktr.ee/notforradio

Today on the radio show. 1:15 - Smoko chat. Rock the Globe. 5:35 - Ploughing slurry. 8:54 - Eyes popping out. 13:30 - Israel Adesanya fight night trailer. 17:39 - How to get 2 million dollars. 20:35 - Real big weekend? 25:28 - Friday funny. 28:30 - Watermelon knockers. 32:19 - Everyone’s an expert. 34:58 - Wayne’s Popped-out eye. 38:33 - SLipknot winner. 41:37 - Late mail. 46:28 - Last drinks. Get in touch with us: https://linktr.ee/therockdrive

This podcast is brought to you by AXA Farm Insurance*Louise Hickey and Aisling O'Brien bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes: DAFM to formally apply for renewal of nitrates derogation;Fallout continues on Mercosur deal;Agri-Food Regulator to publish weekly beef prices;Kerry Co-op dairy deal vote approaches;700 ducks seized from Wicklow farm;Live animal crib returns to Dublin city centre.Venue for Ploughing 2025 announcedDon't forget to rate, review and follow The Farming Week, Agriland's weekly review of Irish agriculture, and visit Agriland.ie for more. 

Episode 94 Aisling Meehan, Agricultural SolicitorIt takes specialist knowledge and understanding to appreciate the problems farmers face today. Every decision is affected by legal, tax and practical considerations specific to farming business. As a qualified solicitor, tax consultant and young trained farmer, Aisling Meehan (ex William Fry) can combine all three aspects to ensure that every decision is in the best interests of the farming business as a whole. Rather than offer a broad range of legal services, the firm specialises solely in agricultural legal and tax matters. As well as operating a niche agricultural law and tax practice from offices located at the home farm, Aisling farms her own land in partnership with her husband. She also writes a weekly legal column for the Farmers Journal.Her office is located in converted farm buildings, is easily accessible and informal in atmosphere. Due to the specialised nature of the work, Aisling Meehan Agricultural Solicitors have farming clients nationwide and is also regularly consulted by other professionals such as solicitors, accountants, auctioneers, bankers and agricultural advisors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julie Koeninger is Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager in Agriculture at Manulife Investment Management, where she serves as the senior agricultural portfolio manager for the Hancock Timberland and Farmland Fund and leads business development for Manulife Investment Management global agriculture strategy.  She has over 30 years of experience in agriculture investing, having worked in a series of roles at other institutions prior to joining Manulife and led the first ever securitization of US Agricultural mortgages.   Our conversation traces Julie's career at the intersection of infrastructure and finance and the evolution of those industries in terms of product creation and understanding of the asset class. We examine some of the lateral moves that Julie made throughout her career and how they contributed to her growth as a professional.  We spend some time on the innovations in products centered around agriculture and look at how investors are treating agriculture within the context of their overall portfolio.  This podcast is kindly supported by GCM Grosvenor. GCM Grosvenor is a global alternative asset management firm with a longstanding commitment to supporting small, emerging, and diverse investment managers. For over 30 years, the firm has developed expertise in funding and guiding these managers as part of its broader activity across alternative investments.  With over $20 billion in AUM dedicated to small and emerging managers and $16 billion in AUM dedicated to diverse managers, GCM Grosvenor leverages its experienced team, broad network, and proprietary sourcing capabilities to support their success. Through the Small, Emerging, and Diverse Manager Program, the firm creates opportunities for investors to access a wide range of talent while seeking to drive strong returns and impact. For more information, visit www.gcmgrosvenor.com.

YOU MUST BE JOKIN LIVE SHOW: Lads, it's finally happening... we're doing a live show! Willa White and Eric Lalor will sit down at the Laughter Lounge with some special guests to find out what their story is, have a bit of craic and delve deep into the shenanigans of life! Get your tickets here: https://laughterlounge.com/products/ymbjlive?variant=49123283304778 Our guest this week is Irish comedy royalty, Mr Neil Delamere. The lads chat about their various fitness regimes, training for a triathlon, the time Neil and Willa almost ended up in a scrap in Skerries and why You Must be Jokin should take on the ploughing next year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The schedule for National Women's Enterprise Day 2024 has been launched. The initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices takes place on the 17th October with 14 events lined up across the country that will see some of Ireland's best female entrepreneurs and businesswomen share their stories of challenges and success. Some of those taking part this year include Aimee Connolly, founder and CEO of Sculpted by Aimee, Anne Heraty founder of CPL Resources, broadcaster and entrepreneur, Norah Casey, Martina Fitzgerald of Scale Ireland, entrepreneur Chupi Sweetman and broadcaster and podcaster Sile Seoige. They will be joined at the events across the country by a host of female led small businesses and start-ups are telling their story of how they began and made it happen with their ideas. This is the 18th year of National Women's Enterprise Day and the theme of this year's event is, "Making it happen". The event aims to encourage businesswomen to take that next step whether that be to act on an idea, grow their business or take steps to change or innovate in their business. The events will outline the key supports that are available from financial and consultancy to training and mentoring to help them along the way from starting out right through to bringing a business to global markets. Breege Cosgrave, Co-Chair of National Women's Enterprise Day 2024, said; "National Women's Enterprise Day has become a flagship event for women entrepreneurs and businesswomen every year. No matter what stage you are at, idea, starting up, or trying to innovate or grow your business, there is something for you. The events will dive into those stories of success, and failure and how some of the very best businesswomen in Ireland overcame the biggest challenges. "Most of all, the day is about empowering women in business, or those with that kernel of an idea, to make that next step, whatever it is. It might be making that idea a reality, it might be innovating in your business or it might be taking those first steps in making your company greener or digitization. Whatever it is, the day will have something for you and will show you the supports that are available and the network all around you in your region that are there to help you make it happen." The Local Enterprise Offices also run a number of initiatives to foster entrepreneurship across the country. These include Local Enterprise Week, the National Enterprise Awards, the Student Enterprise Programme, the Local Enterprise Village at Ploughing and Local Enterprise Showcase. The Local Enterprise Offices in local authorities are funded by the Government of Ireland through Enterprise Ireland. Established in 2014, the Local Enterprise Offices are the essential resource for any entrepreneur looking to start a business or any small business that is looking for support or advice to help them grow. Since their inception eight years ago, the Local Enterprise Offices have helped create over 75,000 jobs across the country. The LEOs work with thousands of client companies across Ireland in a diverse range of sectors offering mentoring, training, expert advice and financial supports to small businesses. For more information on National Women's Enterprise Day and what events are on go to www.LocalEnterprise.ie/NWED See more stories here.

If slurry was every feeling bad about itself, it just needs to look at Eoin Lynch for support. He's a self-confessed superfan and he joined Dave to chat about going viral for his passion.

Last week at the Ploughing, production company Kite Entertainment were casting for the Irish version of The Traitors. They were looking for good liars. So, are the Irish good at lying? And what happens in a lie detector test?Newstalk's Henry McKean got to try one, and joins Seán to discuss.

PJ chats to Eoin Lynch Cork agri-enthusiast who's love for slurry made him a Tik Tok Star Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No ambulance available - West Cork Doctor has to send patient via car for life saving surgery… Mitchelstown student goes viral - 4 million views & counting because he loves farming.. Tears Of Rage Undercover As A Hotel Cleaner In Ireland & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode Rachel Donovan chats to Derry McCarthy from Rathmore in Co Kerry who recently graduated as a vet from UCD. They talk about repeating the leaving cert, job prospects for vets as well as current issues on farms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Farm Tech Talk comes from the Ploughing Championships in Ratheniska, County Laois. Listen to Adam, Aidan, Darren and Siobhan talk about the prospects for the rest of this year and in to 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20th September, 2024  – Join Deacon Don Devaney for a discussion on Catholic teaching, current events and general updates! In this episode of Chatechesis, Deacon Don shares his experiences from the Ploughing Championships in Port Laoise, marveling at the ingenuity and technology in the farming community. He reflects on the importance of rural life and […] The post E1096 | Chatechesis – Deacon Don Devaney – Embracing Tradition and Innovation: Reflections from the Ploughing Championships appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

James Hanly presents the final episode of this season's Plough On podcast, bringing you the latest news and views from Ploughing 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Tillage Podcast we chat to James Flahavan, director of Flahavan's, at the National Ploughing Championships. We have an exclusive story on the expansion to the Malting Company of Ireland, report from the Irish Drinks Forum, the latest grain prices and all the latest news. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian hears what it takes to be a judge at the Ploughing Championships as well as the latest from Ireland's Smartest Surname and the Emmys. Subscribe to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show wherever you get your podcasts.

Richard has returned to Gavan and Zara from Pennsylvania to discuss the 'Kamala Wave' in America and the implications of a second assassination attempt on Donald Trump.The group discusses the political plans of politicians at the ploughing.And Pager Panic; what do the pager bombings against Hezbollah mean for tensions in the Middle East? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike the Farmer says the judge who said the Ploughing Championships is marred by bad behavior is just a bit extreme! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears how taxi drivers may quit the business after getting unexpected tax bills, how Ploughing Championship farmers are after loves not lager, how the Casement's loss could be the Páirc's gain. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Day one of the Ploughing Championships at Ratheniska in Co Laois has ended, and it's safe to say that it was a success!Henry McKean has been spending time there and asked people what they love about the ploughing…

For this week's Tech Takeover, Henry McKean is taking over! He is at the Ploughing Championships in Laois, and joins Kieran to showcase all of the interesting technology on display from exhibitors.

James Hanly presents Day Two of the Plough On podcast, bringing you the latest news and views from Ploughing 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Davy Fitzgerald joined Oliver and told him about his new tole as Antrim Hurling Manager, being co-creator and coach of 'Ireland's Fittest Family' and is now coach of participants at 'Ireland's Fittest Farmer' competition at the Ploughing Championships!

On Country Life this week it's a PLOUGHING CHAMPIONSHIP Special  Keith Fahy caught up with some of the people attending this years National Ploughing Championship including:  Davy FitzGerald from Ireland's Fittest Farmer Mike Devaney from Heptagon Houses Students from Ballygar Secondary School on their Angus Calf Competition Eoin Clarke from McHales  Listen back here Tune in each Tuesday evening 7-8pm for Country Life with Keith Fahy.   Country Life is brought to you with thanks to St Jarlath's Credit Union.  

The visitors, exhibitors and competitors are in high spirits, with more sunny weather expected at this year's Ploughing in Ratheniska, county Laois. Over 75,000 people, young and old, have poured on to the site from early morning. Henry McKean is there soaking up the atmosphere.

Well, today marks the start of the National Ploughing Championships. It will run until Thursday and over 200,000 people will make their way to Laois for the fun! There's plenty going on - ploughing, cookery, crafts, sheep shearing and even a search of a new boyband! Hit play now to hear the full episode.

The 93rd Ploughing Championships is well underway with over 300 tractors taking part in the fields. One of the biggest of its kind in Europe. Today saw record crowds and record heat reaching 23 degrees! The sun screen was out, with Michael D and Simon Harris in attendance.Newstalk's Henry McKean joined Kieran from the Ploughing to give all the details!

James Hanly presents the Plough On podcast, bringing you the latest news and views from Ploughing 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather & Anna Marie McHugh from the National Ploughing Association join Ray to look ahead to a beautifully sunny week for the 2024 National Ploughing Championships.

Amy Forde chats to plough woman Katie Kehoe ahead of the National Ploughing Championships next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ploughing ahead with book 6 and perhaps Rob actually likes it?

Over 30 small businesses from across the country will get the opportunity to showcase themselves to almost 300,000 visitors at the National Ploughing Championships in Ratheniska, County Laois. The Local Enterprise Village, an initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices, will be located at the heart of this year's National Ploughing Championships from the 17th to 19th September. It will showcase the best of Irish entrepreneurship featuring small businesses selling everything from Mexican salsa and chemical free fertilisers to high end fashion designers and sensory friendly clothing. With some of the biggest companies in Ireland taking up residence at the Ploughing every year, the Local Enterprise Village continues to be a popular destination on the site for those looking to pick up something unique to bring home from some of the best small businesses in Ireland. A selection of businesses from across the country helped launch the Local Enterprise Village for 2024 at Airfield Estate in Dublin. These included Leah Cleary of Fore Distillery, Dublin fashion designer Jennifer Rothwell, Anouk O'Connell of natural wool company Olanmor, Joanne Doyle of Enchanted Castle Melts in Carlow and Mildred Tang of canvas tote company Chic Tote. Kieran Comerford, Local Enterprise Offices and Head of the Local Enterprise Village, said; "This is an opportunity like no other for a small business in Ireland. The opportunity to bring their ideas and products to almost 300,000 potential customers is a showcase like no other. The Local Enterprise Village has become one of those areas everyone wants to drop into to find their local business and see what they can pick up. There is a huge variety of businesses highlighting the depth of sectors that the Local Enterprise Offices support from manufacturing to food and beverage, to software solutions. Whatever you are interested in there is something for everyone at the Local Enterprise Village." Kildare NPA Director John Dunne said "It is wonderful to see so many diverse & impressive businesses partaking in this year's 'Local Enterprise Village' at the National Ploughing Championships taking place in Ratheniska, Co Laois on September 17th, 18th & 19th. This is an ideal and unique opportunity for these companies to showcase their products & wares to over 250,000 visitors that Ploughing attracts." The Local Enterprise Village is just one of a number of initiatives that the Local Enterprise Offices run, to foster entrepreneurship across the country. Others include Local Enterprise Week, the National Enterprise Awards, the Student Enterprise Programme, National Women's Enterprise Day and Local Enterprise Showcase. The Local Enterprise Offices in local authorities are funded by the Government of Ireland through Enterprise Ireland. Established in 2014, the Local Enterprise Offices are the essential resource for any entrepreneur looking to start a business or any small business that is looking for support or advice to help them grow. Since their inception eight years ago, the Local Enterprise Offices have helped create over 25,000 jobs across the country. The LEOs work with thousands of client companies across Ireland in a diverse range of sectors offering mentoring, training, expert advice and financial supports to small businesses. For more information see www.LocalEnterprise.ie LOCAL ENTERPRISE VILLAGE CLIENTS @ NATIONAL PLOUGHING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024 LEO Carlow - Enchanted Castle Melts - Hand poured soy wax melts & candles in a variety of scents, and also produce cosmetically assessed bath & body products www.enchanted-castle-melts.com LEO Carlow - Skillet & Spice - Skillet & Spice specialises in the production of high-quality seasonings and sell a range of sesame-based seasonings called 'Everything'. www.skilletandspice.ie LEO Cavan - Elena Brennan Jewellery - Handmade fine jewellery, designed and created in Co Cavan www.elenabrennan.com LEO Clare - Oir Tonics - Moss Boss Tonic is a carrageen moss based health t...

Interview with Michael Carpenter telling the story of his life and how listening to Bott Radio Network, by accident, changed his life. Michael was raised by his grandparents while his mom worked hard taking care of his siblings after his father left home when Michael was only three years of age. That estranged relationship with Michael's Dad caused deep wounds, making it hard to forgive. He discovered giving back by serving troubled youth living in a state-run home and over-seeing a prayer ministry through his church at Brown Baptist in Southaven, MS, was helpful for personal healing.

In today's episode of The Raw and Wild Hearts podcast, Charles Dowding and I drop into the life lessons, wisdom and wisdom and true connection that is offered in so many ways from the garden. The no dig approach is the ultimate example of how we can allow life to thrive from very little control. Charles has such a gentle and welcoming spirit. He is the ultimate ambassador for a homegrown spirit and life, as well as finding ease in every phase of your garden! So much to share in this enlightening and informative chat! Show Notes -The future is our children -Soil is the root -The power of language -No dig gardening and a mission -Ploughing a lonely furrow -Pioneering and sharing -“It's not what you know, it's what you understand” -Objectivity and subjectivity -Lessons from compost -The hard way has been made the way -Find more of what we know -Bottom up -Using waste -Weeds in reality and as a metaphor -Clear it up quickly -The words we use -Empowered gardening through understanding -Start small and grow every year -Efficiency is optimal -No dig vs digging -The process of decomposition -Earthing and sky gazing -The Charles Dowding vibe! -The intuitive garden magic -Our unique compost heaps Links mentioned Charles Dowding Website https://www.charlesdowding.co.uk/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@UCB1J6siDdmhwah7q0O2WJBg Instagram https://www.instagram.com/charles_dowding?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Pre-order his new book Compost out September 2024! https://geni.us/Compost Lori Reising Website https://therawandwildhearts.com/ Come hang with Lori on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/therawandwildhearts/

Gareth & Greg are back by popular demand as it seems everyone loves when I get picked on by my big brothers, but it's all in love... well that's what I tell myself anyway. No sympathy for the sickest man in Ireland. We answer everything you want to know...

Dcn. Harrison Garlick and Adam Minihan discuss Book 18 of the Iliad: The Shield of Achilles. Arguably the MOST philosophically dense book in the entire Iliad. Summary of the NarrativeWhat lesson does the "heart" of Achilles teach?How do we interpret the shield of Achilles?Check out our 115 QUESTION GUIDE to the Iliad. How should we interpret the shield of Achilles?The shield of Achilles presents a commentary on the cosmos. It is a testament to the Greek belief that the world is ordered and in balance. From the heavens to human civilization to the boundaries of the known world, a certain order and intelligibility permeates reality. Reality is not chaotic. Man inhabits an ordered whole.Homer presents the scenes on the shield starting with the center and moving outward in concentric circles toward the edge with certain circles having multiple parts. The scenes on the shield may be described as follows: 1. The earth, sky, sea, sun, and moon (18.565)2. The constellations (18.567)3. City at Peace: The wedding feast (18.573)4. City at Peace: The court of justice (18.580)5. City at War: A city under siege (18.593)6. City at War: Raid by the besieged (18.598)7. Ploughing the field (18.629)8. Harvesting the field (18.639)9. The vineyard festival (18.654)10. The cattle under attack (18.670)11. The flock in the meadow at peace (18.686)12. The circle of dancing and courtship (18.690)13. Ocean's River (18.708) On the shield itself, one may expect that Zeus would inhabit the center of shield rather than the heavenly bodies. The absence of Zeus at the center raises the question of the role of the gods within the cosmos. Notably, there is no ring dedicated to the Olympian gods, as one may think vital to a testament on the order of the cosmos. Moreover, the only Olympian gods that are mentioned are in the City at War. One may question whether there is a Homeric lesson embedded here on whether the gods are agents of order or chaos within the cosmic whole.The City at Peace is characterized by love and justice. The marriage is a witness to love and binding, while the court scene is a witness to justice and resolution. Note that the City at Peace is not without conflict; rather, the City at Peace is able to resolve the conflict through justice. The City at War is an obvious contrast. The city under siege inevitably recalls the current plight of Troy. It is, as noted above, the only section that includes the gods.The ploughing and harvesting scenes are naturally coupled. The plowmen enjoy wine as they work, and the harvesting depiction includes the presence of the king and terminates in a harvest feast (18.650). The pastoral imagery is coupled with characteristics of civilization. The vineyard scene is one of wine, music, innocence, and joviality. Though unnamed, it is all characteristic of Dionysus, the jovial wine-god. The cattle scene, however, is one marked by duty, danger, death,...