The Make Room To Grow Podcast

Seed Party Feb 26, 2024

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to create gardening communities by planting seeds together.

Gardening is My Love Language Feb 16, 2024

In this episode, listeners will hear the basics of planning a garden. In addition, LaWanda Dockery, shares her wish list for this gardening season and mentions some of her favorites from vegogarden.com and shop.epicgardening.com.

It’s a Family Affair Dec 07, 2023

This episode features The Make Room to Grow family as they discuss their gardening journey, the current state as well as their vision moving forward into the fifth growing season. A special thank you to every listener. Please send questions to info@makeroomtogrow.com.

Moving Forward Aug 16, 2023

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to tread into the unknown territory of growing new types of plants as well and to embrace the seasons when God is growing something new in a life. Listeners will learn about growing:

-Luffa gourds

-Giant green tomatoes

-White Potatoes

For more info, please email info@makeroomtogrow.com

Is This The End? Aug 05, 2023

In this episode, listeners will be motivated to continue gardening into the fall.

Under Pressure Jul 11, 2023

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to persevere in the garden beyond obstacles with pests, insects and unfavorable external factors.

Threats in the Garden Jun 30, 2023

In this episode, listeners will hear about defending the garden against pest pressure and unexpected warfare.

Cleaning Out My Garden Jun 14, 2023

In this episode, listeners will receive a Make Room To Grow garden update as well as tips on how to be aware of possible infestations and disease brewing the garden.

Let’s Get it Started May 31, 2023

This episode of The Make Room To Grow Podcast is solely intended to push and motivate those, who feel that they have a so-called brown thumb, to get growing. Anyone can grow something, It's just a matter of finding the right fit.

Easy Pickings: Sweet Thing Mar 31, 2023

Listeners will learn about the basics of planting strawberries and double-gold raspberries, workhorses of the garden.

Don’t Wake Me, I’m Dreaming Mar 13, 2023

In this episode, listeners are encouraged to dream and hold fast to God-given vision.

Back in the Garden Feb 22, 2023

In this episode, listeners will receive an update on Make Room to Grow as well as tips on cost-effective ways to get started for the first-time and newer gardener. All questions and inquiries should be sent to info@makeroomtogrow.com.

Karat Goal Oct 27, 2022

In this episode, Grow Nation™ will hear about growing Atomic Red Carrots. This episode features a quick Q&A guest featuring Doc. Finally, a new harvesting reel will be released on 10/28/22 on @themrtgpodcast on Instagram.

No Waste Sep 30, 2022

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to look back over their lives with gratitude knowing that nothing will be wasted but rather God will use it for good.

The Uncommon Thing Sep 30, 2022

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to go outside the confines of life as we know it and to grasp God-given vision to follow it out for breakthrough.

Fall Reset Sep 24, 2022

Listeners will be encouraged to get their fall gardens started by planting the following six frost hardy crops:

1. Kohlrabi (Early Purple Vienna)

2. Spinach

3. Collards

4. Arugula

5. Swiss Chard

6. Japanese Giant Red Mustards

Fruit Inspection Sep 16, 2022

In this episode, listeners will be provoked to examine the fruit in their lives. Listeners will hear about MRTG's foray into growing sugar baby watermelon, which failed to meet expectation yet left wisdom to be applied toward life. The scriptural reference for this episode is found in Mark 11:12-24 New King James Version. Finally, listeners are encouraged to follow on Instagram @themrtgpodcast.

LaWanda & The GreenStalk Sep 07, 2022

In this episode, listeners will hear a review of the GreenStalk Original Vertical Planter. This planter is great for those who have limited space as well as for the seasoned grower. The vertical planter is available for order at greenstalkgarden.com.

This is Not That Jun 11, 2022

In this episode, listeners will be given tips and encouragement on how to make it through difficult seasons in life as well as in the garden by leaning on the Word of God.

Seeds of Wisdom Apr 23, 2022

In this episode, listeners will learn a few tips from the garden that apply to life:

1. Perfection is not required.

2. Reach for the Son (Jesus). (Things in the garden reaches.

3. You have the advantage for growth, you are designed to grow and things are designed to grow for you.

Cool as a Fan Apr 15, 2022

Listeners will learn about plants that are able to tolerate and thrive in the cool weather of spring in this episode. The following plants are suggested for spring:

1. Kale

2. Broccoli

3. Sweet peas

4. Squash

5. Swiss Chard

Pepper Seed Mar 25, 2022

In this episode, listeners will learning about the benefits of overwintering pepper plants.

Trained To Grow Mar 18, 2022

This episode explores the facets of growth that comes with divinely-selected parameters. Listeners will be encouraged that even though the path may not look like what we imagine, when we trust that God is God and yield to His process, our growth plan works perfectly according to His schedule.

Getting to Know a Black Farmer - Q&A with LeTicia Marshall, Bearfruit & Grow Mar 10, 2022

I was delighted to speak with LeTicia Marshall, owner of Bearfruit & Grow, an urban farm in Louisville, Kentucky. By the end of this episode, listeners will fall in love with the idea of growing fruits and vegetables.

LeTicia, a Kentucky native and resident, explains how she began her journey in farming. She also explains the work she is doing to impact policy change and educate children. In addition, she also oversees her coaching/consulting, farmer’s market and microgreens production businesses.

You won’t want to miss the gems dropped in this conversation.

All I Do is Win Feb 25, 2022

Spoiler Alert - This episode is about Jesus!

Listeners will be encouraged to seek The Lord about all things, pray to Him about all things, meditate on His Word, and OBEY. He is the key to winning.

Fresh Starts Feb 18, 2022

In this episode, listeners are encouraged to begin a fresh new start in gardening by preparing materials for the upcoming season.

The Fresh Start includes:

-Identifying your grow zone/hardiness zone via Google Search

-Choosing vegetable type (lettuce recommended for beginning)

-Selecting seed source (Home Depot, Walmart, Botanical Interests, Baker Creek, Homestead Heart, The Rusted Garden)

-Selecting the optimal container (food-grade plastic buckets or fabric grow bags)

-Choose organic soil and coco coir

-Add sun and water

Are We There Yet? Feb 11, 2022

Listeners will be encouraged to actively prepare while they wait to get back onto the garden (and beyond).

Window Shopper Feb 04, 2022

In this episode, resources will be shared with Grow Nation for their 2022 gardening shopping lists.

Suggestions includes:

Seed Sourcing

-Botanical Interests (botanicalinterests.com), CO

-Baker Creek (rareseeds.com), MO

Growing Medium

Mother Earth Coco Bale (Coco Coir)

Indoor Growing

Seedling Heat Mat

The Rusted Garden (IG @therustedgarden)

Containers

Vivosun Fabric Pots

Berry Plant

Ison's Nursery (isons.com) - Double Gold Raspberry Plant

What’s for Dinner? Jan 28, 2022

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to plan strategically for the 2022 growing season.

Fully Loaded Jan 20, 2022

This episode examines the power of the seed and listeners will be encouraged to look for their own potential that may currently exist in seed form.

Say Sow Jan 14, 2022

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to roll up their sleeves and to put in the hard work required to produce a harvest and perpetual seed for sowing.

The Makings of a Closer Nov 22, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn about the basics of closing out their gardens for the year as well as finishing what they've started.

Dream Again! Nov 12, 2021

Listeners will be encouraged to begin dreaming again by using the suggested activities and prayer to jumpstart their dream lives.

Stay Dreamin‘ - Part 1 Oct 29, 2021

In this episode, listeners are encouraged to dream again!

This is 50! Oct 22, 2021

In this 50th episode, listeners will enjoy a Q&A regarding sounds bites from previous shows with guest host, Doc.

Possessing the Land Oct 15, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to dream and to walk by faith in order to possess their entire inheritance given that the dream is bigger than an individual.

Labor Shortage Oct 08, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to put in sweat equity and utilize strategy to preserve their harvest.

Two Can Play That Game - Part 2 Oct 01, 2021

Listeners will hear the conclusion of Q&A's related to couples gardening together.

Two Can Play That Game Sep 24, 2021

Listeners will hear Q&A's pertaining to couples gardening together.

Late Bloomer Sep 03, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be provided with a garden update as well as a perspective on why being a late bloomer is actually good.

The Seed Effect Aug 27, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn about the value of seed saving as well and will explore the potential sowing to harvest ratio.

The Symphony Aug 21, 2021

In this episode, listeners are encouraged to craft their gardens like a symphony planning which crops they'd like to mature at each point throughout the growing season.

Can It Be All So Simple Aug 13, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged regarding what vegetables are great to grow in Zone 7A. In addition, listeners will be encouraged to think about growing as a community and becoming experts in growing specific plants.

Funky Dividends Aug 06, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to "tend and keep" their gardens in order to receive a proper harvest. The concept of good stewardship and management of God's resources is presented to encourage listeners to be faithful over the little things.

There's Something About Cukes Jul 30, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn about the prolific nature of some vegetables such as cucumbers, which will continue to produce as long as the cucumbers are harvested. Listeners will also be encouraged to allow God to make them prolific for the Glory of God and His Kingdom!

Keep on Fall'n Jul 23, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn about 7 vegetables that can be planted for a fall harvest including:

1. Collards

2. Swiss Chard

3. Cabbage

4. Broccoli

5. Spinach

6. Russian Red Kale or Ragged Jack Kale

7. Bush Variety Cucumber Spacemaster 80

No. 1 Rule - It's Not About You! Jul 16, 2021

In this episode, listeners are encouraged to explore the principle of selflessness and how it relates to gardening, personal growth and development as well as professionally.

After the Rain Jul 09, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn the value and benefits of rain for plant growth. Listeners will also be encouraged to soak in the presence of The Lord (Jesus Christ) in order for soul growth and health.

All in the Seed Jul 02, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to examine personal spiritual seeds and what it might look like in the beginning stages of seed growth (or executing vision).

Garden Tools Jun 25, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be presented with five tips/disciplines for maintaining a beautiful and thriving garden:

1. Rise early

2. Water early

3. Check leaves

4. Play I-Spy in the garden

5. Tend to deficiencies

5 Things to Grow on Juneteenth Jun 18, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be provided with a list a of five vegetables that will grow in 65 days or less:

1. Cucumber

2. Bush Beans

3. Zucchini

4. Early Prolific Straightneck Yellow Squash

5. Okra

Bonus

Summer Picnic Blend (Red & Green Leaf Lettuce)

Understanding the Times Jun 11, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learning about AppHarvest and will be encouraged to pay attention to current events as well as to pray about knowing what to do in these times.

It's Just Those Rainy Days Jun 04, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to use their down time and "rainy days" to plan for future success.

Back That Thang Up May 31, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to continue planting seedlings throughout each growing season. This method will not only ensure a continual harvest but will also serve as a back-up plan in the event that the harvest is infiltrated by pests.

Eternal Weight May 28, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to look beyond the present to examine their lives for eternal fruit. Listeners will also be encouraged to accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and as the only door to securing their eternal futures.

Hidden in Sight May 21, 2021

In this episode, viewers will be challenged to examine their gardens as well as their lives for evidence of growth.

It Ain't Hard to Tell May 14, 2021

In this episode, readers will learn about transplant shock and will be provoked to examine not only the soil and nutrients in their garden but in their lives as well.

Can I Get a Do Over? May 07, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to be resilient in their gardens.

In Courage Mint Apr 30, 2021

Listeners will be inspired to push through adversity and setbacks in the garden (and in life) knowing that God has divine timing and that God will perfect the things that concern his sons and daughters.

Cuffin' Season Apr 23, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn how to protect plants from cold snaps.

Planting Little Gems Apr 23, 2021

Listeners will learn how to create a container mix for grow bags using coco coir, potting mix and fertilizer. Listeners will also learn how to sow Little Gem lettuce intended for harvesting leaves utilizing the cut and come again method.

Knuck If You Buck! Apr 16, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to persevere through obstacles and opposition to reach their goals, visions and dreams.

Where Do We Go From Here? Apr 16, 2021

Listeners will be taught to start vegetables from seed and from starter plants.

Shower Me with Your Love Apr 16, 2021

In this episode, viewers will learn how to combat fungus gnats while growing seedlings especially indoors.

The Wait is Over Apr 09, 2021

Gardeners will be reminded of the last frost dates which are fast approaching as well as:

-Cool weather crops to plant now

-Having patience in the garden and waiting upon the right conditions

-Considering how they (the seed) will also grow and flourish under the right external circumstances

The Garden Stimmy Apr 09, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn about the benefits of gardening.

Straight Outta Compost Apr 02, 2021

Listeners will learn about compost and the various types available for gardeners based upon their preferences.

The Walking Dead (Resurrection Day - I Love Jesus Rant) Apr 02, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be prompted to reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus made for His followers to have eternal life. Listeners will also will be presented with the themes of selflessness and laying down one's life, desires and will as well as looking to the garden to illustrate such lessons.

Emerald City Mar 26, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be taught to grow microgreens within two weeks by:

-Repurposing a container (and poking holes for drainage)

-Using potting soil

-Sowing seeds densely

-Watering

-Placing in proper sunlight

Observing The Wind Mar 26, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be motivated to get started gardening and to take next steps toward improving their lives. Ecclesiastes 11:4 will be used as a basis for not procrastinating.

Cold As Ice Mar 19, 2021

Listeners are given a list of early spring crops that mature in under 60 days:

1. Spinach

2. Kale

3. Japanese Giant Red Mustards

4. Beets

5. Arugula

6. Broccoli

7. Swiss Chard

*Bonus - Radish

Sow It Goes Mar 19, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn how to start seeds with the following materials:

-Seeds

-Containers (recycled, biodegradable or plastic seed-starting trays

-Soil

A quick overview on watering, planting and proper sunlight will also be provided.

Raise it Up Mar 12, 2021

In this episode, listeners will learn to construct a simple 2 x 12 x 8 raised bed without tools.

Thinking of a Master Plan Mar 12, 2021

In this episode, listeners will be encouraged to write down the vision and plan for the garden this year as well as for their lives.

Somebody Done Told You Wrong Mar 05, 2021

Listeners will be taught how to run with a God-given vision utilizing the following concepts:

-Divine Initiative

-Obedience

-Walking by Faith

Your World Don't Stop Feb 26, 2021

In this episode, listeners will:

-Hear about "failures" or "learning opportunities" from unsuccessful attempts at growing specific plants.

-Be encouraged to recover quickly and seek God for strategies and next steps.

-Learn about winter sowing method of starting seeds.

The Message Feb 18, 2021

Listeners will:

-Pray for US Citizens impacted by adverse weather patterns.

-Learn about upcoming GROW challenge.

-Be provoked to identify their personal reason for growing.

Ready for War Feb 12, 2021

This episode offers quick tips for fighting cabbage moths which often destroy vegetables such as cabbage, kale, and collards which belong the brassica species of plants.

Listeners will learn to:

-Cover containers securely

-Defend plants from further infestation

-Protect the harvest

"Jackin" for Beets Feb 05, 2021

Listeners will be provoked to contemplate the human propensity to hold tightly to their plans in lieu of relinquishing creative control to God.

Who Can Contain You? Jan 29, 2021

This episode explores literal and figurative containers as applied to gardening and life and will provide information on:
-Starting seedlings

-Proper drainage

-Buckets

-Creative containers

-The concept of being rootbound in gardening and in everyday life

Spontaneous Uncut - A Few of My Favorite Things Jan 22, 2021

This fun spontaneous episode will provide:

-Excitement for spring garden planning

-Sources for purchasing seeds

-Top 7 YouTube gardeners/content creators to follow for first-time gardeners

So You Wanna Grow? Jan 22, 2021

This episode provides preliminary information needed for the first-time gardener.

Listeners will learn about:

-Grow zones/plant hardiness zones

-Frost dates

-Optimal locations for adequate sunlight

-Soil/fertilizer

-Seeds vs. Starter plants

Here Comes The Bloom! Jan 15, 2021

This episode is intended to motivate listeners to bloom.

It Was All a Dream Jan 02, 2021

Who would ever have thought that something as simple yet divine as a God-given dream would thrust me into learning how to garden and subsequently discovering how to apply those principles to personal growth and development? An overview of the experience is detailed in this introductory episode.

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