22 episodes

Join wild food chef and restaurateur Harriet Mansell (Great British Menu, Michelin Guide) as she delves into the world of wild foods and foraging to understand and celebrate those who work closely with nature. In each episode, Harriet and her special guest will traverse their local environment to forage a wild ingredient, while discussing a broad range of topics from foraging ethics and the spiritual connectivity of nature, to particle physics and Buddhist riddles. Loosely based on the indigenous principle of going into the woods to find food but also returning with an insight about yourself, the If a tree falls podcast seeks to expand the horizons of the listener and help them reconnect with the world around them. | New Episodes Every Tuesday | www.harrietmansell.com | Follow me on social: Instagram: @harrietmansell | @lilacfoodandwine | Join my newsletter to stay up to date on everything wild foods.
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If a tree falls Harriet Mansell

    • Science

Join wild food chef and restaurateur Harriet Mansell (Great British Menu, Michelin Guide) as she delves into the world of wild foods and foraging to understand and celebrate those who work closely with nature. In each episode, Harriet and her special guest will traverse their local environment to forage a wild ingredient, while discussing a broad range of topics from foraging ethics and the spiritual connectivity of nature, to particle physics and Buddhist riddles. Loosely based on the indigenous principle of going into the woods to find food but also returning with an insight about yourself, the If a tree falls podcast seeks to expand the horizons of the listener and help them reconnect with the world around them. | New Episodes Every Tuesday | www.harrietmansell.com | Follow me on social: Instagram: @harrietmansell | @lilacfoodandwine | Join my newsletter to stay up to date on everything wild foods.
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    Mini Episode 2: The Meaning of Life

    Mini Episode 2: The Meaning of Life

    In this Mini Episode of the If a tree falls podcast, Harriet explores a wide variety of perspectives on the meaning of life, and shares her own reflections on how she interprets her personal philosophy when considering meaning within her day-to-day experience. Harriet also gives an update on her newly launched tasting menu, and the use of Sweet Vernal Grass in her dishes.
    The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman.
    Theme music by Circle
    Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and AGsoundtrax and Audiospacemusic on Envato.
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    • 16 min
    Ep. 18: Rachel de Thample - Author and Fermentation Expert - Episode 2

    Ep. 18: Rachel de Thample - Author and Fermentation Expert - Episode 2

    This week, Harriet and Rachel continue their chat, diving into the intricacies of Rachel's outlook on life, what drives her passion for fostering a healthy relationship with natural foods, and the importance of surrounding yourself with people whose ideals match your own.
    The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman.
     
    Theme music by Circle.
     
    Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay
     
    For more about Rachel, follow her on Instagram @dethample and check out her fermentation courses through River Cottage and Learning with Experts.
    Rachel's latest book Winter Wellness is available now!
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    • 56 min
    Mini Episode 1: Ideas of Purpose and Reflections on Ego

    Mini Episode 1: Ideas of Purpose and Reflections on Ego

    In this first Mini Episode of the If a tree falls podcast, Harriet reflects on her journey of self-growth and how she illuminates limiting beliefs she encounters in her day-to-day life. She also shares some wisdom on Meadowsweet, her favourite foraged plant of the season, and her ambitions for the future.
    The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman.
    Theme music by Circle
    Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and AGsoundtrax and Audiospacemusic on Envato.
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    • 15 min
    Ep. 17: Rachel de Thample - Author and Fermentation Expert - Episode 1

    Ep. 17: Rachel de Thample - Author and Fermentation Expert - Episode 1

    This week, Harriet is joined by Rachel de Thample (award-winning author and fermentation expert) for a stroll along Charmouth Beach. Join Harriet and Rachel as they chat about all manner of things, from Rachel's formative experiences with natural produce, the importance of healthy microbiomes, and the power of nature to flourish in any environment, the two also discuss Rachel's storied career and the perseverance that's brought her to where she is today.
    The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman.
     
    Theme music by Circle.
     
    Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay
     
    For more about Rachel, follow her on Instagram @dethample and check out her fermentation courses through River Cottage and Learning with Experts.
    Rachel's latest book Winter Wellness is available now!
    Sign up for Harriet's newsletter at https://www.harrietmansell.com/

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    • 1 hr
    Reflections on Season 2

    Reflections on Season 2

    This week Harriet reflects on her conversations from Season 2 and the lessons she's learned throughout her chats with Mark, Pam, Sophie and Polly. Harriet also discusses her journey, what led her to starting the podcast, and her plans for the future.
     
    The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell. The editor was Alex Troman.
     
    Theme music by Circle
     
    Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay, and AGsoundtrax and Audiospacemusic on Envato.
    For more about Mark, follow him on Instagram @markehix and check out the Oyster and Fish House Website: https://theoysterandfishhouse.co.uk/mark-hix/
    To learn more about Pam, follow her on Instagram @the_pam_the_jam and check out her book Pam the Jam: The Book of Preserves.
    To find out more about Sophie, follow her on Instagram @farmer_in_training
    For more information about Polly, follow her on Instagram @findcider and check out the Find & Foster website at: https://www.findandfosterfineciders.com/
    Sign up for Harriet's newsletter at https://www.harrietmansell.com/

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    • 12 min
    Ep. 16: Polly Hilton - Cider Maker - Part 2

    Ep. 16: Polly Hilton - Cider Maker - Part 2

    This week, Harriet continues her chat with Polly Hilton, covering a multitude of things from wellness and grief, to identity, dentist bills, and the mystery of sheep twins.
    The episode was hosted and produced by Harriet Mansell and edited by Alex Troman.
     
    Theme music by Circle.
     
    Music by Aleksey Chistilin (Lexin_Music) on Pixabay
     
    For more about Polly, follow her on Instagram @findcider and check out the Find & Foster website at: https://www.findandfosterfineciders.com/
    Sign up for Harriet's newsletter at https://www.harrietmansell.com/

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    • 42 min

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