I Dig Your Story
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<p>Unearthing the personal stories behind the plants, people, gardens, and green spaces that shape our lives.</p>
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11/25/2025
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June 23, 2026
Joe Lamp'l: From Plant Geek to joe gardener
What happens when an eight-year-old sticks a broken branch in the ground and discovers it can grow roots? Mind blown! For Joe Lamp'l, that moment sparked a lifelong fascination with plants that eventually led him from a corporate career in finance to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in gardening media. Known to millions as joe gardener, Joe joins Ellen Wells on I Dig Your Story to share the story behind his career. As they talk, he reveals how a childhood obsession with plant propagation evolved into television hosting, podcasting, online education, and environmental advocacy – with only a brief diversion in a suit-and-tie job. Joe and host Ellen Wells discuss: the unexpected contact that launched his television career the challenges of producing 52 episodes of a scripted gardening show why audio remains his favorite medium the gardening practice Joe believes is most underrated and his next move into ecological gardening and native plants Their conversation goes beyond gardening to explore the nurturing of curiosity, persistence and entrepreneurial drive, and the power of following a passion. Connect with Joe: Web: www.joegardener.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/joegardenerYouTube: www.youtube.com/@joegardenerTV
June 16, 2026
Marvin Miller (Part 2): The Analyst, the Cyclist, and the Photographer
In Part 2 of my conversation with horticulture industry veteran Marvin Miller, we go beyond the fascinating intersections of horticulture, data, and business and discuss some of Marvin’s personal passions of travel and photography. We start with an explanation of how Marvin’s graduate research helped analyze the U.S. cut flower industry and shaped the way all of us understand market trends, industry growth, and business behavior. He also gives a behind-the-scenes look at his role at Ball Horticultural Company, where he tracks industry data, forecasts trends, helps train sales teams, and advocates for horticulture at the national level. But Marvin's story extends far beyond his professional life. We talk about his commitment to fundraising for multiple sclerosis research through long-distance cycling, his love of photography, and his adventures across Alaska—from photographing polar bears and the Northern Lights to exploring Denali National Park in every season. You'll also hear:• How market research influences the future of horticulture• Why communication matters during times of industry change• Marvin's work with American Floral Endowment, American in Bloom, and other nonprofit organizations• What motivates him to ride 100-mile cycling events for MS• His favorite photography destinations and dream travel locations• His thoughts on Alaska's cut peony industry and the power of simply saying, "How can I help?" Marvin's optimism, curiosity, and dedication to both people and plants shine throughout this conversation. Contribute to Marvin's Tour De Farms Bike MS Ride at: https://events.nationalmssociety.org/participants/Marvin-Miller-2025-2
June 9, 2026
Marvin Miller: The Making of a Horticulture Economist
What happens when a kid becomes fascinated by a tiny tomato growing in the garden—and then never stops being fascinated by nature? In Part 1 of this special two-part conversation, Ellen Wells sits down with horticulture industry veteran Marvin Miller of Ball Horticultural Company to explore the roots of a career that would eventually influence everything from supermarket flower departments to consumer buying habits. Marvin shares stories of growing up in Baltimore, learning from family gardeners and neighborhood mentors, reclaiming a property known as Harmony Acres, and discovering that horticulture could become more than a hobby. He also explains how his interest in both plants and economics led to groundbreaking consumer research that helped make mixed bouquets a supermarket floral staple. In this episode, you'll hear: • Why Marvin calls himself an "extreme gardener"• The influence of immigrant family traditions and neighborhood gardening• What Harmony Acres taught him about plants and hard work• Why he chose Purdue University to study horticulture• How agricultural economics became part of his career path• The research that helped shape modern supermarket floral sales
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<p>Unearthing the personal stories behind the plants, people, gardens, and green spaces that shape our lives.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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