Take out your agenda, calendar, or digital assets to mark September 30th as the official International Podcast Day. Podcasts have become a significant channel for sharing information, telling stories, and creating communities around never-ending topics. This day highlights the diversity and creativity within podcasting, acknowledging how it provides a platform for voices that might otherwise go unheard.
It also encourages listeners to explore new podcasts and supports creators in their efforts to produce engaging content. Which listening activities do you have lined up to celebrate this day? Which, by the way, brings loads of education, creativity, knowledge, personal experiences and stories, and much more!
History of International Podcast Day
Podcasts have become an essential part of educational tools for gaining insights on the go, regardless of where you are. All that is needed is a stable connection to the internet and your phone or computer, of course.
The discovery or the invention of podcasts can be traced to the year 2000, when Dutch/American DJ, VJ, and media entrepreneur Adam Curry and software developer and entrepreneur Dave Winer first invented an early version of a podcast. Technically, it was Dave in 1997 who first described a way to include references to media files in RSS feeds. When mainstream media began to pick up this new 'audio blogging' idea, the news spread fast, and fast forward to February 2004, the word 'podcast' was introduced, and even declared the word of the year in 2005 by the New Oxford American Dictionary.
A decade after the baptism of the word 'podcast', National Podcast Day was instituted and celebrated in 2014.
Due to the big appreciation and growth of podcasts, the rebranding of National Podcast Day was done. Today, it is known and celebrated as 'International Podcast Day', recognized on the 30th of September annually. The marking is geared towards shining a light on the milestones podcasting has achieved over the years, including its expertise and efforts in disseminating resourceful information. With this in mind, take note of these five amazing plant podcasts that'll enrich your planty and floral adventures even if it's for 10, 20, or 30 minutes a day!
Top Five Plant Podcasts to Listen to for International Podcast Day
Learn more about plants this International Podcast Day by tuning into some insightful plant podcasts. Here are 5 of the best podcasts that can help you expand your understanding and appreciation of the plant world.
Plant Based Podcast
The Plant Based Podcast, co-hosted by Michael Perry (known as Mr Plant Geek) and Ellen Mary, has been running since 2019 and explores the many ways plants shape daily life. Rather than focusing only on gardening tips, the show covers houseplants, edible plants, plant-based food, wellbeing, and even design innovations linked to plants. Episodes are released twice a month and often mix interviews, practical advice, and trend reports, appealing both to casual plant lovers and those deeply involved in horticulture.
With Perry’s background in introducing new plant varieties and Ellen Mary’s experience in plant wellbeing, the podcast brings expertise and a broad perspective. It also highlights industry news, from flower shows and garden technology to the latest plant introductions in Europe, making it a resource for both lifestyle inspiration and professional insight.
Plant Daddy Podcast
Whether someone is just beginning their houseplant journey or already caring for an indoor jungle, Stephen and Matthew, hosts of the 'Plant Daddy Podcast,' offer insights on growing techniques, new plant varieties, and the history of familiar ones. They each bring unique perspectives and preferences in plants, often reminding each other of their differing tastes. Having benefited greatly from both local and online plant communities, they aim to share their knowledge with others looking to elevate their plant hobby—or simply those who enjoy a bit of plant-related banter. You can listen to all their episodes on different socials on Plant Daddy Podcast's website .
On the Ledge - The Houseplant Podcast
As you keep leveling up your plant knowledge, the 'On the Ledge' podcast hosted by Jane Perrone comes in with expert opinions and content to help you grow and care for different houseplants in your plant portfolio. Learn about her passion for houseplants and tap into her expertise to improve your growing holistically. In the spirit of International Podcast Day, share this podcast with your network for them to gain much-needed insights towards being better plant parents.
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Growing Joy Podcast
The Growing Joy Podcast is not your typical podcast. Maria Failla, who is the founder and host of the podcast, brings a touch of enthusiasm and passion to plant growing. She is comfortable admitting that she was previously not much of a plant fan, but now she is a happy plant lady. Focused on growing with joy, to inspire happiness and positive energy from our plants in the end, the Growing Joy Podcast is must-listen-to content you must listen to as you commemorate International Podcast Day.
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In Defense of Plants Podcast
Plants are innocent, helpless living things; With our love and unconditional care, they get an opportunity to thrive. In Defense of Plants is all about plant advocacy and sharing information on how to care for and fix different issues associated with plants. Learn how to defend and protect your innocent green friends and always show up for them when they need you the most. This podcast should be added to your bucket list for International Podcast Day.
The Happy Botanist
Get ready to join host Allasandra Valdez, the happy botanist herself, and owner of The Happy Botanist. Grab your magnifying glass and roll up your sleeves! In her podcast, she is your guide through this magical forest of botanical knowledge, holding a handful of plants in one hand and nearly ten years of ecological training in the other. Prepare to be surprised as you explore the peculiar, endearing, and fascinating world of plants. Think of this as your chance to embrace your inner botanist and spread your unbridled passion for our green friends.
Top Five Floral Podcasts to Listen to During the International Podcast Day
As we push the narrative of greenery and its benefits within and outside our homes, we cannot overlook the power of flowers. There are numerous podcasts dedicated to flower knowledge, from design and floral arrangements to flower care and growing. Here's a quick guide to five of the top floral podcasts you should not miss out on listening to during International Podcast Day. Although you can get a fuller list in the article ' The Top 10 Flower Podcasts You Must Follow '.
The Flower Podcast
Connect with other floral enthusiasts during the International Podcast Day by tuning in to The Flower Podcast, where floral design, floristry, and general information about the flower industry are shared. Hosted by Scott Shepherd, a lover of flowers, he seeks to bring you relevant and cutting-edge content about florists, floral arrangements, and design, and intriguing interviews of floral business owners.
Debra Prinzing - Slow Flowers Podcast
Slow Flowers by Debra Prinzing is a podcast about the anti-mass-market, artisanal approach to celebrations, festivities, and floral gifts of love. Its mission is to promote American-grown flowers, to make it easy for flower consumers to connect with florists, shops, studios, and farms that provide American-grown flowers, and to encourage the floral industry to use truthful and transparent country of origin labeling.
Team Flower Podcast
International Podcast Day is about gaining new nuggets of wisdom, and Team Flower Podcast, through interviewing experts in the floral business, seeks to dispense helpful information on floral design, techniques, and business strategies. Kelly and Jesse Perry who are the podcast's hosts, are both trained with diverse experience in the flower business and education sectors.
Fleursociety Podcast
The Fleursociety Podcast, hosted by Cristina Barragan, provides a platform for floral designers and experts to share their technical knowledge with the floral community. Gain new insights on how to do flower sourcing, design trends, and creative inspirations for your floristry journey.
The Flowerlounge Podcast
Hosted by florist and flower farmer Katie Hess, The Flowerlounge Podcast is a must-listen-to podcast as you mark International Podcast Day. Learn about sustainable floristry, flower growing, and floral design as told by the host.
Fulfilling Activities to Engage During International Podcast Day
If you're looking for ideas on how to observe International Podcast Day, here are some intriguing activities to do, which should contribute towards commemorating the day and creating significant awareness on the same.
Listen to and Share Your Favorite Plant or Flower Podcast
Set aside 45 minutes or an hour, depending on the episode's length, for your favorite podcast, and listen to the insights shared by the host to the end. Once done, be sure to review the podcast, give honest feedback, and finally share the episode and the podcast with your loved ones.
Show support for your favorite podcast by also posting it online with the hashtag #internationalpodcastday, as this will create more awareness, and it is beneficial to the podcaster and people who will find value in the content therein.
Plant a Garden or Adopt a New Plant
Spend some time in your garden and reference the excellent knowledge gained from diverse plants and flowers podcasts, revamp your garden, or go for that new plant variety you have been eyeing. Tending to your garden and applying the newly acquired technical skills from podcasts will help you connect with nature while also contributing to your garden's well-being.
Plan for a Plant or Flower Swap
Identify other plant or flower podcast lovers within your area and plan for a plant or flower swap with them. The activity will be a great way to connect with them and exchange ideas on how to tend to different plants and flowers. During the meet, be sure to share your favorite Plant or Flowers podcasts, and if time allows, listen to an episode or two as a group and offer your reviews to the podcaster.
International Podcast Day brings forth an opportunity to celebrate and shine a light on incredible and resourceful podcasts in the world of plants and flowers. In addition to this, it is the perfect time to promote the plant and flower podcast to expand the community and listeners of the above-mentioned podcasts.
May this amazing day be filled with the special touch of nature and diverse plants and flowers! Remember to tag #InternationalPodcastDay.
