My Slice of Life

Welcome to a very different episode of the My Slice of Life Podcast.

I’m stepping back from the podcast for a short break to rest, reflect, and figure out what’s next for My Slice of Life - but I have a job for you:

I’d truly love to hear from you — whether it’s a quick hello, what you’ve enjoyed so far, or what you’d like to hear more of in the future. I’ve told you what I have managed to come up with in the episode but if you hav...

We often see weeds as the enemy — something to battle, pull, or poison. But what if they’re actually trying to tell us something but we’ve never learned how to listen? In this episode, we explore the messages weeds are telling us about the health of our soil and even our mindset. You’ll learn how to read the signals weeds are sending, what lessons you can take from them and why shifting your perspective on these misunderstood plant...

On this week’s episode of the My Slice of Life podcast, I’m taking you on a complete tour of my Scottish allotment plot for the end of June 2025. Join me as I fill you in on what has gone well, what isn’t going to well and what still needs to be done - sadly, more than I would like!

I also explain what herbs I have on the plot and why. I’m not a herbalist but I do use certain herbs with my family and I only use what I grow.

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Holiday disasters, travel stress, and vacation mishaps—this episode of the My Slice of Life podcast has it all!

From terrifyingly narrow roads that tested our nerves, to unexpected tech troubles and travel chaos, our holiday was a perfect storm of funny (and frustrating) moments.

If you've ever had your own travel nightmare or holiday gone wrong, you'll relate! Sit back, laugh along, and don’t forget to share your own vacation ...

Go on holiday or look after the garden? It’s a struggle for every gardener at some point so this week in the My Slice of Life podcast, I go through some ideas which will help you have a holiday and still have a garden when you get back!

From free and easy do it yourself methods to the more costly - you’ll find it all right here. So grab a coffee, wander round your garden and don’t forget that postcard!

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Every gardener needs to hear these 10 gardening truths - whether you’re a total beginner, have a huge homestead, an allotment plot, back garden or a few pots on your windowsill, this episode is for you.

This week I’m sharing heartfelt reminders, gentle advice, and a few hard-earned lessons from the plot - all to lift your spirits, give you some gardening encouragement and help you feel more confident in your gardening journey.

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Feeling behind in the garden this year? You're not alone! In this episode of My Slice of Life, I share what's really going on at my UK allotment - racing the season, comparing my plot to picture-perfect ones, and battling weeds that seem to grow faster than anything else.

There’s also the chicken wire saga, a tasty, no-fuss bean recipe you’ll want to try and more gardening stories.

If you're overwhelmed by the pressure to keep up, ...

Happy Birthday to me! 🎉 To celebrate, we’re kicking off the My Slice of Life podcast 2.0 — ok, it doesn’t have a new name, but it does have a new feel.

In this special episode, I’m sharing from the heart about what gardening really means to me. Some of what I talk about here I haven’t shared anywhere else — so you might be in for a few surprises!

So grab a coffee and settle in for an honest, heartfelt chat. I’m excited to take the...

Well my friends, the season ‘The Folklore of Trees and Plants’, has drawn to a close. Join me for this last little bite as I bring you a short selection of plant folklore which I know you are going to love.

There is also some news relating to the podcast which you don’t want to miss so be sure to stay listening for that.

Whether you’ve listened to the whole season or just one episode, I’d like to thank you for choosing to listen to...

For this 100th episode we take a journey from unrequited love to good luck charms, there is no denying the subject of this weeks folklore episode has some amazing tales! We are talking sunflowers of course, so join me for this final full episode of our Folklore of Trees & Plants season. Get a coffee and get comfy, this is one amazing flower…

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You will never think of dandelions as weeds again after this weeks episode of the My Slice of Life podcast! From fairies trying to hide from humans, to lessons in resilience. From liver detox, immune support or fighting anaemia, to carrying messages to the deceased and much, much more. This plant has so much to offer us and asks for nothing in return.

So get yourself comfortable and prepare to gain a new respect for this cheery l...

In this episode of the My Slice of Life podcast, we explore the rich folklore of sage - a herb steeped in history, healing, and a little bit of magic.

From ancient Roman medicine to medieval superstition, sacred smudging rituals to modern-day herb gardens, sage has long been valued as a symbol of wisdom, protection, and renewal.

Whether you grow sage in your garden, use it in the kitchen, or simply love the stories behind every...

In this episode of the My Slice of Life podcast, we take a bite into the rich and enchanting folklore of the apple tree. From ancient myths and fairy tales to seasonal traditions and symbolism, the humble apple has held a powerful place in stories across cultures. Why is the apple linked with knowledge, temptation, and even immortality? What magical beliefs surround apple trees, especially in Celtic and English folklore? And how ca...

In this weeks episode of the My Slice of Life podcast we are looking at a tree which is as beautiful as it is mysterious - the willow. From protection to grief, from healing to misfortune - the willow has it all. So join me as we take a deep dive into the folklore and more of this amazing tree.

Resources for this episode:

https://www.icysedgwick.com/willow-folklore/

Ruth Binney book 'Plant Lore and Legend': https://amzn.to/4i7uxYD

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Welcome to this week's episode of the My Slice of Life podcast. From ancient Greek gods to bringing good fortune to a church’s congregation, the ivy has a wide, varied and often contradictory place in folklore and magic. Find out whether this wondrous plant really does bring trees down and why you should ONLY ever bring it into your house at Christmas!

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On this week’s episode, we are exploring the folklore of the mighty oak tree. Seen as the protector of the woods, many of the ancient gods are said to have had strong ties to this tree. Get your acorns at the ready as we find out about this powerhouse of the forests!

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This week on the the My Slice of Life podcast we are taking a look at the folklore and traditional uses of the Hawthorn tree. Find out why you should leave a lone hawthorn alone, what the Romans used it for which we now have science to back up and why the invite to the coronation of King Charles upset a few people!! This is one interesting and contradictory tree.

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Welcome to this weeks episode of the My Slice of Life podcast where, for this season, we are diving into the folklore of trees and plants. This week we are talking about stinging nettle and the rowan tree. From witches, fairies, guiding lost hikers, to healing the sick, amongst other things, these plants have some fascinating folklore!

I did have a couple of technical glitches for some reason, so if you are listening to this (as ...

Welcome to a brand new season of the My Slice of Life podcast! This season is also the very first time the podcast has a ‘proper’ video version available on the YouTube podcast channel - it’s a work in progress so please be kind!

The title for this season is….The Folklore Of Trees and Plants. This week we are taking a deep dive into some of the weird and wonderful folklore associated with the herb rosemary and the elder tree - 2 ...