Father Nature Podcast

Father Nature

Father Nature
TV presenter Jasper Taylor has enlisted the help of his nature-loving father, Jonnie, to show him and his best mate Rob the benefits of being more connected to the natural world and less reliant on the digital one. Sound like something you need too? Come join us...
Why are bees so important?
You've got the cushion, you've got the 'Bee kind' mug, and you've heard the calls of 'SAVE THE BEES'. But just why are they so crucial? And what can you do to help the bee population? Father Nature explains all and gives some brilliant practical tips on how you can play your part.PLUS: We assess the accuracy of Disney classic 'A Bug's Life', learn how the Victorians self-pollinated and Father Nature cures hay fever*.Send us some bee love, enquire about an activity day or just say hello:Insta: @FatherNatureHQEmail: [email protected] If you're feeling generous, please 'Review, Recommend & Subscribe' - thank you!*possibly
Aug 19, 2021
1 hr 10 min
What on Earth is Lammas?
Like bread? Enjoy beer? Then you'll bloody love Lammas. It's time to learn exactly what it is, why you should celebrate it and HOW you can celebrate it too. PLUS: Rob gets fan mail, Jasper goes beak-to-beak with a swan and find out why Stormzy gets his first mention on Father Nature.Send us pictures of how you celebrate Lammas, enquire about an activity day or just say hello:Insta: @FatherNatureHQEmail: [email protected] If you're feeling generous, please 'Review, Recommend & Subscribe' - thank you!
Jul 29, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Grow Your Own
Ever wanted to grow your own grub? Look no further, as Father Nature gives us the ultimate beginner's guide to Growing Your Own. In this episode, we learn how to grow our own vegetables, fruit and herbs (or should that be 'erbs?) We also discover what the best house plants are to start a collection, how to look after them and why they're so good for us. PLUS: Find out what an Alligator Pear is, learn something very strange about Jonnie's diet & Rob has some big news to share.Send us pictures of you growing your own , enquire about an activity day or just say hello:Insta: @FatherNatureHQTwitter: @FatherNatureHQ Email: [email protected] If you're feeling generous, please 'Review, Recommend & Subscribe' - thank you!
Jul 8, 2021
1 hr 10 min
Summer Solstice
What actually is the Summer Solstice and just why should we celebrate it? Father Nature explains all with a deep dive into the history of the widely-celebrated astrological event.We also cover the benefits of seasonal eating, Jasper learns about how dragonflies mate and Rob has Sweden on the brain.If you learn nothing else, by the end you'll have a cool way to tell the difference between a dragonfly and a damselfly. Send us your solstice and homework pics , enquire about an activity day or just say hello:Twitter: @FatherNatureHQ Insta: @FatherNatureHQEmail: [email protected] If you're feeling generous, please 'Review, Recommend & Subscribe' - thank you! 
Jun 17, 2021
1 hr
Introducing... Father Nature
Who is Father Nature? How does he know so much about the natural world? And just how did he end up doing a podcast with his son and son's friend? Find out here...
Jun 3, 2021
5 min
Five Lockdown Lessons
As lockdown draws to a close (get in!), Jasper & Rob ask Father Nature for five positive lessons that we can take forward into post-lockdown life. Why were these things good for us? And how can we ensure we keep them up once lockdown is a distant memory? PLUS your first ever listener homework - it's an easy one but the perfect start as you seek a deeper connection to the natural world.Let us know your thoughts about the first episode, send us your pics, enquire about an activity day or just say hello:Twitter: @FatherNatureHQ Insta: @FatherNatureHQEmail: [email protected] If you're feeling generous, please 'Review, Recommend & Subscribe' - thank you! 
Jun 3, 2021
1 hr