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Musings with people in the world of gardening, botany, horticulture and nature. Marlene takes her years of gardening experience, success and failures and turns it into an unpretentious, humorous listen. From organic vegetable gardening, houseplants, bee keeping, flowers, and everything in between -- this podcast covers it.
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Song Exploder

Hrishikesh Hirway

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Song Exploder is a podcast where musicians take apart their songs, and piece by piece, tell the story of how they were made. Each episode features an artist discussing a song of theirs, breaking down the sounds and ideas that went into the writing and recording. Hosted and produced by Hrishikesh Hirway.
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1. Jahnya - Wait 2. Aáyanna - Wont Cry 3. Essosa - Waste My Time 4. Zenesoul - Pain, no Percocet 5. Drake -I m The Problem 6. Aliah Sheffield - Boo The Fool 7. Buddy Vonn - Love & BS 8. Grace Weber - Lonely 9. T - Royal - Touch Me 10. Jastin Martin - Why Not 11. Ebony Riley - Save Me 12. kiana ledé - Same Type 13. Keitian - Bullshit 14. Maeta - S (EX) 15. Chenayder - Save U 16. Layton Greene - Spin Again 17. Kiana Ledé - If You Hate Me 18. Ash B - Grown 19. Aqyila - Addicted 20. Ann Marie - ...
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Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman is presented by The Mac Parkman Foundation The mission of this show and the foundation is To serve as a source of information, resources, and communications to the community of parents, coaches/Athletic trainers, medical staff, and athletes that are affected by sports-related concussions and to raise awareness of the long-term implications of concussive and sub-concussive trauma to our children. Broken Brains will also explore how Concussive Trauma impacts ou ...
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1. Sharlene-Monique - Of Love (Piano & Voice) 2. Jaz Karis - Home 3. Cassandra Shade - Don't Change 4. Tamesy - Of you 5. Aleksa Safiya - Understand Me 6. Lauren Tuchscherer - You Make Me 7. Fortune - Fake Love 8. Alduts Sherdley - Swipe Right 9. Karmessa - Game X 10. Tambourine - Unequally Yoked 11. Anna Speer - Cuffing Szn 12. Stalk Ashley - Complicated 13. Yasz Base - Anoymous Drerrie 14. Marzz - KMS. 15. Niqueaux - Love You Down 16. Kazé - Love ain't enough 17. Makaela - Be Careful 18. A ...
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Human being first, teacher second. Flourishing minds lead flourishing lives. This podcast aims to empower and inspire all teachers and educators to be free from burnout and live out their flourishing lives through mindset, mindfulness and self-focus, as well as through conversations with real-life superhero teachers who are living out their own flourishing lives.
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Anthony Dal Ben is one of the winners of the Be Water Smart #summerstrong competition. Winners of this competition transformed their once water loving lawns/gardens into yards that are water efficient but at that same time beautiful. For Anthony it was a family affair. Hear how not only did he transform his front lawn into a water wise landscape, h…
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In 1968, singer and songwriter Graham Nash joined David Crosby and Stephen Stills to form the supergroup Crosby, Stills & Nash. All of them had already been in successful bands: Graham Nash had been in The Hollies; David Crosby was in The Byrds; and Stephen Stills was in Buffalo Springfield. The next year, Neil Young joined them, to make Crosby, St…
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Elaine Fitzgerald is one of the winners of the Be Water Smart #summerstrong competition. Winners of the competition transformed their once water loving lawns/gardens into yards that are water efficient as well as beautiful. Listen in to hear how Elaine went from grass to a pollinator heaven. Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good ho…
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Janelle Auyeung is one of the winners of the Be Water Smart #summerstrong competition. Winners of this competition transformed their once water loving lawns/gardens into yards that are water efficient, but at that same time beautiful. Hear the steps Janelle took to make her backyard a magnificent oasis of fruit trees, vegetables and flowers. Help s…
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Pharrell Williams is—well, let me just say, he’s a big reason why Song Exploder exists. He’s a singer, songwriter and producer, and in the 90s, when I first heard the work that he was doing with the Neptunes, which was his production duo with Chad Hugo, it blew my mind. It made me want to know where those sounds came from and where those ideas came…
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Send us a text Join us for a critical examination of the invisible wounds afflicted on our soldiers, athletes, and children. Renowned New York Times journalist Dave Phillips joins us to shed light on the often-overlooked traumatic brain injuries that our service members endure due to repetitive head impacts and blast exposures. These injuries, whic…
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For the last couple weeks, I’ve been getting ready for a trip I’m going to make to Connecticut, to moderate a conversation between Jon Batiste and his wife, the author Suleika Jaouad. So I’ve been deep in my prep and research, and I thought about the first time I ever spoke to Jon Batiste, which was for a Song Exploder episode that came out back in…
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Send us a text In this compelling episode of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman sits down with Dr. Chris Nowinski, co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, to discuss how repetitive head impacts in contact sports, blast exposure among veterans, and the growing crisis of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) are shaping the future of brain he…
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Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Daniel Daneshvar delves into the often misunderstood connection between repetitive head impacts (RHI) and brain health, shedding light on why concussions aren't the sole issue. Instead, RHI plays a significant role in the development of neurodegenerative diseases, such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). W…
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Troye Sivan is a singer and songwriter from Australia. He’s been nominated for a Golden Globe, two Grammys, and he’s won four of Australia’s ARIA awards. His song “My My My!” was a #1 hit on the Billboard Dance Chart, and his third album, Something to Give Each Other, was one of Billboard’s picks for the best albums of 2023. Troye’s also an actor; …
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It is the September To Do List – believe it or not, we are in full Fall prep time. Lots of cool weather vegetables to start planting, and tons of clean up and pruning. It was quite a hot summer and time may have been sparse in the garden, but it’s time to get the gloves on and get to work. Episode includes Listener Q&A. It is time to plant: Beets (…
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Send us a text Join us for a powerful episode as Paula D. Walters, a passionate advocate and survivor of traumatic brain injury (TBI), sheds light on the unique challenges women face in TBI recovery. Paula shares her personal journey of resilience, the gaps in trauma-informed care, and why education and awareness are critical for better support sys…
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Send us a text Dr. Bronner, a naturopathic doctor, shares his groundbreaking treatments for brain injuries. He discusses his use of regenerative therapies like platelet-rich plasma, stem cells, intranasal therapies, and nutraceuticals. Highlighting non-pharmaceutical options, such as transcranial LED light and the ketogenic diet, Dr. Bronner stress…
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Beabadoobee is an award-winning singer and songwriter from England who’s been releasing music since 2017. Her third album is called This Is How Tomorrow Moves. It came out in August 2024 and went to #1 on the UK charts. She made the album with her bandmate Jacob Bugden and with producer Rick Rubin at his studio, Shangri-La, in Malibu. And for this …
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Send us a text Dr. Julie Stamm is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She received her doctorate from the Boston University School of Medicine in Anatomy and Neurobiology studying Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and the long-term consequences of repetitive head impacts in youth sp…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how an athlete transforms into a leading brain health advocate? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Eric Reis, who shares his compelling journey from sports fields to the forefront of neuroscience. Dr. Reis sheds light on the silent epidemic of concussions, debunking common myths and emphasizing the importance of brain heal…
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Remi Wolf is a singer and songwriter originally from Palo Alto, California. She’s been releasing music since 2019. She performed at Coachella in 2023, and has toured with Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde, and Paramore. Her second album, Big Ideas, came out in July 2024. I talked to Remi about how she and her collaborators wrote and produced the song “Soup.” H…
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Send us a text What if the very sports we cherish are putting our children's brains at risk? Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Ann McKee, a leading neurologist and neuropathologist whose groundbreaking research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) has transformed our understanding of repetitive brain impacts. Dr. McKee details he…
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Send us a text Dr. Janelle Royster, a seasoned psychologist and Air Force veteran, takes us on an intimate journey through her evolution from conventional talk therapy to pioneering a revolutionary Trauma Recovery Intervention Protocol. With her profound expertise and personal experiences, Dr. Royster sheds light on the often-overlooked consequence…
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Send us a text What does it take to navigate the mental and physical challenges of a 20-year career as a US Navy SEAL? Join us this week as we sit down with Mark Greene, who shares his journey from the football field to the front lines, and beyond. Discover the pivotal moments that defined his career, from overcoming injuries to facing the intense …
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This episode is sponsored by bewatersmart.info. The heat getting to you? There’s a good chance it’s also impacting your plants. I discuss various heat related plant issues and ways to mitigate them. To ask questions for future shows, submit them at: · Facebook · Instagram · email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com Find Marlene over on YouTube…
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Send us a text Can you imagine reversing multiple sclerosis (MS) with a specialized protocol? Join us as we spotlight Dr. Mark Gordon, a leading expert in subconcussive trauma, who reveals the biochemical mechanisms behind brain injuries and the frequent misdiagnoses by the VA and DOD. Discover how hormone replacement therapy is offering new hope f…
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Sam Smith is a Grammy and Oscar-winning singer and songwriter from London, England. Their first album, In the Lonely Hour, came out in 2014. It went quintuple platinum in the US, and the biggest hit from that album is the song “Stay With Me,” which has over 2 billion streams on Spotify alone. For this episode, in honor of the song’s 10th anniversar…
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Send us a text Join us for a deeply moving conversation featuring Damone Brown, a decorated US Army Green Beret, Ranger, Special Forces Combat Diver, and chaplain, as he sheds light on the invisible injuries that plague our servicemen and women. Damon shares his personal experiences from multiple deployments, highlighting the unspoken challenges of…
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Send us a text What if we told you that the safety protocols in contact sports, especially football, are not as robust as they should be, and that the health of young athletes is at stake? This week on Broken Brains, we sit down with Pamela Tahim Thakur, the trailblazing founder and managing attorney at Thakur Law Firm, who has dedicated her career…
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Fenne Lily is a singer and songwriter from Dorset, England. She released her first album in 2018, but I didn’t find her music until 2023, when she put out her third album, Big Picture. The album she released in between those two was one that got a little lost in the lockdown, when all her touring plans around it got canceled. All of that plays into…
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Send us a text Imagine dealing with the heart-wrenching reality of repeated head impacts and their devastating effects on loved ones. That's the reality for Bruce Parkman and Suzanne Lines. The brother and sister team created The Mac Parkman Foundation through the pain and agony of losing Mac. Joining them on this episode are Don Fried and Stacy Ba…
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Send us a text Meet Dr. Marissa McCarthy, a dedicated specialist in brain injury medicine whose career was profoundly shaped by the events of 9-11 and her unwavering commitment to veterans. For over 16 years, Dr. McCarthy has served as a beacon of hope at the James A. Haley VA in Tampa, working tirelessly to aid those with traumatic brain injuries …
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This episode is sponsored by bewatersmart.info. In this episode, I discuss 10 of my favorite drought tolerant plants. Even if you think you don’t have a green thumb, these plants will thrive in your garden with minimal water requirements. Plus, I include pollinator information. To ask questions for future shows, submit them at: · Facebook · Instagr…
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Last year, Vagabon released her third album, Sorry I Haven’t Called, which I’ve been listening to a lot. So I wanted to revisit an episode that I recorded with her back in 2020, about her breakout song "Water Me Down." The episode also features the voice of Eric Littmann, who co-produced the track. He passed away in June 2021, way too young. Vagabo…
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In this episode, I have a great conversation with the Chocolate Botanist, Derek Haynes. Hear about his journey becoming a plant biologist as well about his mission to debunk misinformation on the internet. We discuss his “favorite” myths and how he handles the backlash he receives on social media. Derek is a plethora of educational and entertaining…
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Send us a text What if the signs of severe mental illness were hidden in plain sight? On this heart-wrenching episode of Broken Brains, producer Deny Caballero and I, Bruce Parkman, share the painful story of my son Mac's struggle with schizophrenia and depression—a battle that remained invisible until it was too late. We recount the tragic events …
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Crowded House formed in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. They’ve released eight albums, including their most recent one, Gravity Stairs, which came out last month. But on their very first album, they had a big hit with "Don’t Dream It’s Over." Crowded House made “Don’t Dream It’s Over” with Grammy-nominated producer Mitchell Froom, who they went on to…
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Lizzy McAlpine released her first album in 2020, and her second album in 2022. And between the two, she’s had a lot of success. One of her songs, "Ceilings," was a viral TikTok hit, and has been streamed over half a billion times. So you might think, with all that success, you’d want to keep working in way that’s been working. But while Lizzy was m…
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The Flaming Lips formed in Oklahoma City in 1983. Over the last four decades, they’ve put out 16 albums. In 1999, they put out their album The Soft Bulletin, and that brought them a new level of success. And then, in 2002, they followed it up with Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, which was their biggest album to date. Pitchfork named it one of the …
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One of the songs I keep coming back to is “Mohabbat” by Arooj Aftab. It’s really special to me. I listen to it all the time. I’ve been listening to it so often that I wanted to revisit Arooj's episode about it. In the time since the episode has come out, she has released a collaborative album with Vijay Iyer and Shahzad Ismaily called Love In Exile…
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The band War formed in 1969, in Long Beach, California. “Low Rider” is from their 1975 album Why Can’t We Be Friends? The song was a hit as soon as it came out. It went to #1 on the Billboard R&B charts. And it’s just had tremendous lasting power ever since. Besides being in Dazed and Confused, where I heard it, it’s been sampled by The Beastie Boy…
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Soil science can be a bit confusing. How long does it take for materials to be broken down, is it good practice to add microbes and what exactly are microbes? Robert Pavlis addresses these questions and more. Check out his new podcast Garden Fundamentals plus his impressive list of books including Soil Science for Gardeners and Compost Science for …
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Shania Twain is a singer and songwriter from Ontario, Canada. She’s the only female artist to have had three consecutive Diamond albums — albums that have sold over ten million copies. Actually, her 1997 album Come On Over is the best-selling album by a female solo artist of all time. One of the most iconic songs from that iconic album is "You’re S…
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Danny Brown started his career in 2007 by handing out mixtapes in Detroit, where he’s from. In 2011, he put out his acclaimed second album, XXX. Since then, he’s collaborated with rappers like Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky and JPEGMafia, but he’s also worked with electronic bands like Purity Ring and The Avalanches, and he did a verse on a remix for K…
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If I was picked up and dropped into a gardening zone relatively different than mine, it would be a huge steep learning curve. I love talking to gardeners from zones different than my zone 9b and it doesn’t get much different than zone 3. I have a fun and educational chat with Theri Vasina LHirondelle who grows amazing flowers and veggies in Montana…
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Rhiannon Giddens has released five solo albums since 2015. Before that, she was a member of the Grammy-winning band, the Carolina Chocolate Drops. She is now also the artistic director of the Silkroad Ensemble, the musical supergroup that Yo-Yo Ma founded. Rhiannon Giddens is one of those people where I feel like they have to start inventing new aw…
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I wanted to revisit an episode about one of my favorite songs from 2021, “Black Dog” by Arlo Parks. A few months after this episode originally came out, Arlo Parks won the Mercury Prize for Album of the Year. She was also nominated for two Grammys: Best New Artist and Best Alternative Album. Since then, she released a new album called My Soft Machi…
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Dieffenbachia, ‘pothos’, Monstera… a great majority of houseplants are in the Araceae family which most people shorten to just say Aroids. I discuss this broad family with UC Davis Botanical Conservatory volunteer extraordinaire Bruce Ritter. He has revamped our collection and he shares all his tips and tricks with us. Help support feral cat rescue…
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Believe it or not, spring is around the corner. Here in NorCal, it is still wet with periods of cold, so one does have to be careful with working soil and protecting from potentially freezes. LOTS of prep to do for the upcoming season. It is time to plant: · Broccoli · Cabbage · Carrots · Cauliflower · Collards, swiss chard · Kale · Leeks · Loose l…
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Green Day is a punk band from the East Bay in California. Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool have been playing music together since 1987. They’ve sold over 90 million records. They’ve won four Grammys, including twice for Best Rock Album. They put out their first album in 1990, and their second album, Kerplunk!, in 1991. And then, they m…
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The first episode of Song Exploder, about The Postal Service song "The District Sleeps Alone Tonight," came out 10 years ago, in January 2014. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the podcast, we're doing what bands do, and putting out a deluxe, expanded edition of our very first release: this version features a new interview, new insights, and new…
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It’s here – the last To Do list of the year. So far it has been a mild winter, with regards to both temperature and moisture. It is the time to plant another round of winter vegetables, work on pest management, and start planning for your spring garden. We are at the apex of short days, so time to work is limited. Episode includes Listener Q&A, wit…
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For the last episode of the year, I got the chance to drive up to Northridge, California, and have a conversation with Dave Grohl. We talked about the Foo Fighters song “The Teacher,” which is an epic, 10-minute-long song. Dave told me it’s the most important piece of music he’s ever written, because it’s dedicated to his mother, Virginia, who pass…
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Raye is a singer, songwriter and producer from London. Besides being an artist in her own right, she’s also been a songwriter for other artists since she was a teenager. She’s co-written songs for Beyoncé, Charli XCX, and Ellie Goulding. In 2023, she released her debut album, My 21st Century Blues. The first single, “Escapism," became her first son…
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