
The Radical Root
Actionable examples of grassroots gardening, food sovereignty, and equitable food justice initiatives, empowering communities to cultivate sustainable change.
Podcasting since 2024 • 13 episodes
The Radical Root
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Transforming Prison Nutrition With Nutrition INSIDE
This episode dives deep into the mission of Nutrition Inside, focusing on enhancing nutrition for incarcerated individuals. We explore the systemic barriers in prison food systems and the transformative power of fresh produce.• Introduc...
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Sustainable Sprouts: The Rise of Local Seed Libraries
What if you could revolutionize your gardening approach without a traditional garden space? Join us on the Radical Root podcast as we explore this intriguing concept with Isabel Cruz and Antonio Rodriguez from the Home Gardens program. Isabel s...
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34:05

Radical Gardening as a Tool for Social Change
What if nurturing a garden could also nurture social change? Join me on the Radical Root podcast as we explore the profound influence of radical gardening, especially during the winter solstice—a time synonymous with new beginnings. Discover ho...
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School Gardens as Dynamic Learning Spaces
Discover the transformative potential of school gardens with us as Amarina Guerrero, program director of the Youth Grow program at Growing Gardens, shares her inspiring journey with our listeners. From her early days in Oregon, where she develo...
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34:39

Building Bridges from Incarceration to Cultivation
Keone Young's remarkable journey from the Columbia River Correctional Institution to becoming the Black Outreach Coordinator at Growing Gardens showcases the transformative power of gardening in fostering community and social justice. Tune into...
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Episode 9
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