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The Growing Futures podcast grew out of our work in developing videos to tell agriculture and plant-based industry’s story. While we were recording the interviews, we realized that a broader audience would enjoy hearing these stories as much as we have.
Episodes
18 episodes
Seascape Lawn Care : Interview with Jim Wilkinson
In this episode, we're talking to Jim Wilkinson, owner of SeaScape Lawn Care as we explore the importance of education, healthy lawns, and common misconceptions about lawn care. Jim helps u...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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47:57
University of Rhode Island : Interview with Emi Uchida
In today's episode, we're chatting with Emi Uchida, an Environmental Economics Professor at the University of Rhode Island. Emi is driven by finding solutions that highlight environmental sustainability while uplifting underserved communities.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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47:29
Canterbury Farms : Interview with Maria Mack
In this episode we're chatting with Maria Mack, Owner and Operator of Canterbury Farm, an organic flower farm in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Maria is also part of the South County Planning Council. Maria shares with us her experience in...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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25:16
Bami Farm & AARI : Interview with Julius Kolawole
In our newest episode, we're talking to Julius Kolawole, Director and Cofounder of the African Alliance of Rhode Island (AARI). Julius established an urban community garden for AARI in 2009 and...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:10:16
Ocean State Shellfish Co-op: Interview with Graham Brawley
In this episode, we're chatting with Graham Brawley, managing partner of Ocean State Shellfish Cooperative who has worked in commercial fishing since his teens. Discover how aquaculture and the interconnection between land and sea are woven int...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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32:16
Horsley Witten Group : Interview with Nate Kelly
In this episode, we're chatting with Nate Kelly, Principal of the Horsley Witten Group, Inc. in Providence, Rhode Island. Diving right into how social justice, diversity, and the environment should play a significant role in city planning and h...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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35:52
RI Natural History Survey : Interview with Dr. David Gregg
In this interview, we're talking to Dr. David Gregg on his farm in South Kingstown. David is the Executive Director of the Rhode Island Natural History Survey.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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44:01
Arcadia Management Area : Interview with Jeff Arnold
Today we're talking to Jeff Arnold, who is the District Resource Manager at Arcadia Management Area in Exeter, Rhode Island. Jeff shares with us the joys and challenges of maintaining the only designated wilderness space in RI. Arcadia Manageme...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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34:59
Portsmouth Nursery : Interview with Jean & Steven Cotta
In this episode, we're chatting with the brother-sister duo, Steve & Jean Cotta, owners of Portsmouth Nursery, a third-generation nursery farm right here in Rhode Island! We'll hear about the colorful history of this farm and the heali...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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46:14
Tomaquag Museum : Interview with Loren Spears
Today we're talking to Executive Director, Loren Spears from the Tomaquag Museum! In this episode, Loren shares how Rhode Island's unique ecosystem has been shaping the way we live for generations and learning about traditional ecological knowl...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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46:44
Wild & Scenic : Interview with Meghan Gallagher
In this episode, we're chatting with Meghan Gallagher from Wild & Scenic Inc who never realized that working outside could be a career option! Hear about Meghan's journey into Green Ind...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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24:32
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Aquidneck Landworks : Interview with Hailey Miranda
In this episode, we're chatting with Hailey Miranda, a recent high school graduate who spent the summer working for, Aquidneck Landworks. In this episode, Hailey shares what her roles look ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:14
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Landscape Creations : Interview with Francisco Demetrio Guillermo
In this bilingual episode, we're talking to Landscaper Francisco Demetrio Guillermo as he shares his experience working in Landscape Architecture with a local RI company, Landscape Creations. You'll hear his journey into Green Industries and wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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11:59
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R.P. Marzelli : Interview with Sean Farrell
Today we're chatting with Assistant Project Manager, Sean Farrell from landscaping company, RP Marzelli. Hear about how Sean incorporates his Design degree to solve everyday challenges and the rewards that come with working in a team.&nbs...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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35:28
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Kevin Baker Stonework : Interview with Kevin Baker
In today's episode, we're chatting with Kevin Baker, Owner of Kevin Baker Stonework. He's sharing his path to becoming a Master Stonemason and how his work helps to maintain New England traditions.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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20:57
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Greener Ease : Interview with Chuck Johnson
In this episode, we're chatting with Chuck Johnson, Owner of Greener Ease and C. Johnson Landscape Company. Born on a farm in Minnesota, Chuck has been working tirelessly to gain a better understanding of sustainable land practices for over 60 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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36:32
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