The Chelsea Physic Garden Podcast

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.

The Chelsea Physic Garden Podcast is a general podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #4

  4. Health and Wellbeing

  Feb 22, 202632 minS3

  <p > The WHO estimates around 70% of the world's population uses plant medicine as their primary form of medicine. In this episode we explore how plants and gardens can support our health and wellbeing, highlighting the importance of green spaces in cities for healthy urban living.</p> <p >Plants featured in this episode include the Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), and the Monk Fruit (Siraitia grosvenorii).</p> <p > </p> <p >Maya Jayaweera Thomas is a herbologist specialising in plant medicine, as well as a trained chef and market garden grower. Her work centres on finding innovative ways to connect people with their environments thr...

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  Episode #3

  3. Hidden Histories

  Feb 8, 202624 minS3

  <p >In this episode, we explore approaches to science and plant medicines beyond Western European contexts, where botanic gardens would have played an integral role. We also explore the origins and historical associations of Botanic Gardens, including Gardens of Paradise and Monastic Gardens.</p> <p >This episode features the pomegranate (Punica granatum) and its many associations, and the Canon of Medicine by Ibn Sina (c. 980–1037 AD).</p> <p > </p> <p >Molly Marsh is the Visitor Experience Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden and has expertise in the medical humanities.</p> <p >Maya Jayaweera Thomas is a herbologist specialising in plant medicine, as...

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  Episode #2

  2. Working in the Garden

  Jan 26, 202629 minS3

  <p >In this episode, we explore the many careers within horticulture, and how schemes such as Future Gardeners by Bankside Open Spaces Trust (BOST) can help people get their foot in the door. We also discuss the legacies of colonialism in labour and knowledge production from botanical spaces.</p> <p >This episode features the dye plants Woad (Isatis tinctoria), Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria) and its complex history, as well as Sir Hans Sloane, whose statue can be found in the centre of Chelsea Physic Garden.</p> <p > </p> <p >Max Levy is the Volunteer Manager at Chelsea Physic Garden and has e...

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  1. Deceptive Plants

  Jan 12, 202627 minS3

  <p >In this episode, we explore plants that play with mimicry and disguise, showcasing nature's wit and wonder. We also discuss how plants were used to trick others. This episode spotlights Elizabeth Blackwell, a botanical illustrator of the 1700s who played an integral role in the accurate and comprehensive identification of plants.</p> <p >Plants featured in this episode include: (i)   Corydalis cheilanthifolia a.k.a. the False Fern,  (ii)   Titan arum a.k.a. the Corpse Flower, (iii) Phytolacca americana a.k.a. Pokeweed, (iv) Myrrhis odorata a.k.a. Sweet Cicely and (v) Conium maculatum a.k.a. Hemlock.<...

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  Wormcasts | Trailer

  Dec 8, 20251 minS3

  <p >Wormcasts is coming January 2026. </p> <p >Wormcasts is a podcast from Chelsea Physic Garden, created by the Young Producers – a group of 16 – 24 year olds working to engage more young people with the garden.</p> <p >This series explores the global histories of botanic gardens, deceptive plants, working in the garden, and plants in the context of health and wellbeing.</p> <p >Wormcasts are the microbially rich and fertile clumps of soil that worms leave next to their burrows as they forage for food. The Young Producers hope you enjoy the arisings that come from this little patch of green in So...

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