Best Gaelic Lessons Podcasts (2025)

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Coaching the Goalkeeper in Gaelic Games - with Dr. Donal Hughes 1:13:52

6d ago1:13:52

1:13:52

Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Dr Donal Hughes (Goalkeeping Coach, Academic & Innovator) In this engaging episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Ciaran sits down with Dr Donal Hughes, one of the most forward-thinking voices in Gaelic football goalkeeping. With a coaching approach shaped by experience, innovation, and a…

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Speed-Scratch, School Farmers Markets, and Farm to School Magic: a Conversation with Lynne Shore 15:07

14d ago15:07

15:07

What do farm-fresh veggies, kid-run farmers markets, and a runaway pig have in common? They're all part of the magic Lynne Shore brings to her school meals! Tune in “live” from the Oregon School Nutrition Conference for a fun, feel-good journey into farm to school awesomeness — where students shop, farmers cheer, and pancakes steal the show! We wou…

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Farm to School Across the Pond: Lessons From England 24:51

23d ago24:51

24:51

Join Rick and Michelle as they (virtually) journey across the Atlantic to chat with Jennie Devine from England’s National Farmers Union. Discover how UK schools are connecting kids with farming through innovative STEM-based lessons, live farm broadcasts, and a nationwide ambassador program—without government funding! It’s a fresh take on farm to sc…

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Dr John Murphy - Integrating Modern Coaching and Sport Science into Gaelic Games 54:15

1M ago54:15

54:15

Hosted by: Barry Mullane & Brendan Delaney (DSS Coaching) Guest: Dr John Murphy (Lecturer in Coaching & Sport Science, SETU Waterford) In this insightful episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Barry and Brendan are joined by Dr John Murphy, a respected coach, sport scientist, and academic currently based at South East Technological U…

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Cultivating Curiosity- Digging into real stories of how farm to school is changing classrooms—and communities—from the ground up. A conversation with Jade Davidson 28:42

1M ago28:42

28:42

Join us as we sit down with Jade Davidson, Executive Director of Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom. Jade leads a small but mighty nonprofit dedicated to helping students understand where their food comes from and how Oregon’s diverse natural resources shape our lives. We would love to hear from you! Send us a message.…

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Dr Luke Woodhouse - Lessons from High Performance Sport 56:22

2M ago56:22

56:22

Hosted by Ross Bennett – The Locker Room Podcast (Performance Series) This episode features Dr. Luke Woodhouse, PhD in Sport & Exercise Science, with experience across elite teams like the Saudi Olympic team, Wasps RFC, Leicester Tigers, England Cricket and more 🏉🏏⚽ They dive into some top insights:•🧠 Luke’s journey across elite sports organisation…

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The Luck of the Lunch Tray: Gaelic Greens & Garden Dreams 23:17

2M ago23:17

23:17

Born in Ireland, Jennie journeyed to the United States. Her passion for food and health set her on a career path that started as a hospital Clinical Dietitian, evolved into Nutrition Service Manager and Director at a school district, and currently as a state Child Nutrition Program staff. Join Rick & Michelle as they talk with Jennie Kolpak about h…

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NOYO Food Forest 25:00

2M ago25:00

25:00

Have you ever heard of a Food Forest? It sounds something you can find in the woods outside Willy Wonka’s factory, right? Join us as we explore the relationship with Fort Bragg, California’s school district Nutrition Services Director Pilar Gray and Director of Operations for the NOYO Food Forest, Beth Horkman. We would love to hear from you! Send …

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Who Knew Broccoli Didn't Grow on Trees? School Garden Education in Colorado 27:17

3M ago27:17

27:17

Often as we teach kids where their food comes from, even 11th graders sometimes think broccoli grows on trees because they're not exposed to growing food. Join us as we explore School Garden Education in the Denver, Colorado area with SustainED Farms' Matt Supronowicz and Maya McDowell. We would love to hear from you! Send us a message.…

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Student Ecoliteracy: The Publisher 30:15

3M ago30:15

30:15

Our last episode was coined "Student Ecoliteracy, The Author" which explored Katherine Pryor's journey of writing children's books about nature and garden subjects. In this companion episode, we talk to Katherine's first publisher, Philip Lee of Readers to Eaters. They specialize in publishing kids books about nutrition and school gardens! We would…

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'Keep one, tweak one, scrap one! The FRC new rules get asked the question' 1:27:36

4M ago1:27:36

1:27:36

With Ciaran Deely, Alan Mullen, & Brendan Delaney. This is part of the Coaching Series of The Locker Room Podcast The DSS Coaching crew analyse and discuss each of the 7 new rule enhancements for men's Gaelic football. They put forward which specific ones they believe are: - good for the game - need changing - and do not make sense Also, they discu…

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Student Ecoliteracy: The Author 30:20

4M ago30:20

30:20

Katherine Pryor first wrote a story when she was seven years old. She's been chasing the feeling of how the story made her feel every day since then.. Fast forward to today, when she's published ten children's books, most of which are award winners. Join Rick and Michelle as they talk to Katherine as she shares her journey of writing about kids' ex…

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Remarkable Academic Foods 20:27

4M ago20:27

20:27

What if you ran the Nutrition Service Department and you needed help.. someone to help to provide training, kitchen design, or "strategic solutions leadership?" Join Rick and Michelle as they chat with Joshua Miller, the Founder and Principal Consultant with Remarkable Academic Foods, who tells his journey in his mission to help transform school me…

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Educating Kids Through Music: The Banana Slug String Band - PART 2 20:37

5M ago20:37

20:37

In our journey to explore the different methods of educating kids about their food and the environment, we bring you a new way we haven't explored yet on this program: Educating kids through music! Join us as we talk to members of the Banana Slug String Band, a band that's celebrating their 40th Anniversary at the time of this posting and their jou…

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NHL Preview, Fantasy Hurling & Na Fianna - Kings of Ireland! 52:17

5M ago52:17

52:17

This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest, alongside Cathal McErlean (Fantasy Hurling). Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - NHL Preview - Fantasy Hurling - Na Fianna - Kings of Ireland! Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple:…

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All-Ireland Club Football Final review show 28:09

5M ago28:09

28:09

This is part of the DSS Club Series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by DSS coach Steven Poacher with Mark Doran as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - Cuala's Power Plays - King Con - Brave-Harte Performance - Club's long term vision - Calendar Concerns Links to podcasts here 🔗 ⬇️ Apple: buff.ly/3mgU6IU Spoti…

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Educating Kids Through Music: The Banana Slug String Band - PART 1 26:50

5M ago26:50

26:50

In our journey to explore the different methods of educating kids about their food and the environment, we bring you a new way we haven't explored yet on this program: Educating kids through music! Join us as we talk to members of the Banana Slug String Band, a band that's celebrating their 40th Anniversary at the time of this posting and their jou…

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It's the Canavan's and O'Callaghan's show! 32:13

5M ago32:13

32:13

This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by DSS coach Steven Poacher with Mark Doran as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - All Ireland Club semi-final football review - ⁠Errigal's high press - The Canavan Brothers - ⁠Can CON be stopped? - Cuala's Physical Conditioning - Knock Out F…

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Farm Lab-DREAMS Campus; Julie Burton 27:31

6M ago27:31

27:31

Join us as we talk to Julie Burton of the award-winning Farm Lab DREAMS Campus (Design, Research, Engineering, Art, Math & Science). It's an amazing story of how they were able to establish a certified organic farm that feeds into their nationally recognized farm to school program in Encinitas, CA. We would love to hear from you! Send us a message.…

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CBGa 1.40 | Stornoway 17:17

6M ago17:17

17:17

Welcome to the final lesson from Level 1 of Coffee Break Gaelic! We learn some new phrases, more specifically language related to the seasons and we also review some key language points. If you'd like to take advantage of bonus materials, lesson notes and a video version of each lesson, you can access the full Coffee Break Gaelic here. Hosted on Ac…

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A full house for Cork? 40:10

6M ago40:10

40:10

This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - Sars win & Slaughtneil regrets - Na Fianna win the battle - Who will win in Croker? - A full house for Cork - New hurling director Links to p…

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Cuala's power plays & Crokes' tradition 27:53

6M ago27:53

27:53

This is part of the GAA Club Series of the Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Leitrim Senior football Manager, Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching, with special guest Mark Doran (Roscommon Senior Football team coach). The discussion covers a range of topics including: - All-Ireland Club Football Championship - The Final 4 - Fascinating tactical battle in …

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CBGa 1.39 | The Isle of Lewis 20:29

6M ago20:29

20:29

Welcome to the second last lesson of this series of Coffee Break Gaelic! This time we are exploring the Isle of Lewis. If you'd like to take advantage of bonus materials, lesson notes and a video version of each lesson, you can access the full Coffee Break Gaelic here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Heartbreaks and heroics in the Club Hurling Provincial Championships 52:25

6M ago52:25

52:25

This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by renowned hurling coach Barry Mullane, with Brendan Delaney as special guest. Their discussion included a range of topics, including: - Na Fianna experience v Kilcormac youth - Brilliant Sarsfields - the best club side in Cork - Immokilly - Is it fair? - Heartbreak for Portafe…

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Growing Food Changes Lives: A Discussion With Big Green's Sam Koentopp 24:34

7M ago24:34

24:34

Many organizations provide educational programming for school gardens across the USA. But what about the infrastructure of building the garden, how do you start? Join us as we talk with Sam Koentopp from Big Green. They work with partner organizations to install their raised beds in schools, and also have a goal to start one million gardens with th…

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St Joseph's Coach Education Day with James Horan, Damien McErlain, Kieran McGeary, & Steven Poacher 31:53

7M ago31:53

31:53

St Joseph's Coach Education Day Preview Steven Poacher is joined by James Horan, Damien McErlain, and Kieran McGeary to preview the upcoming Coach Education Day at St Joseph's High School in Newry this Saturday, November 30th, from 10 am - 12:30 pm. 📌 Topics Include: ⚽ The changing dynamics of coaching the underage player 🔄 How coaching has changed…

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CBGa 1.38 | The Isle of Harris 20:35

7M ago20:35

20:35

This week we’re following Iona as she visits the Isle of Harris. We learn some new vocabulary and also review some more familiar grammar rules and phrases from earlier in the course. If you'd like to take advantage of bonus materials, lesson notes and a video version of each lesson, you can access the full Coffee Break Gaelic here. Hosted on Acast.…

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A weekend of Hurling epics, upsets, and Ballygunner 50:21

7M ago50:21

50:21

This is part of the DSS Club series of The Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Barry Mullane with DSS coach Brendan Delaney as special guest. This discussion included a range of topics: - Cushendall v Slaughtneil epic - Can anyone stop Ballygunner - Sars v Feakle - A brilliant Leinster club championship - Can Portaferry win Ulster? - 2024 All Stars Link…

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The History of School Gardens: A Conversation With Author Rose Hayden-Smith 28:48

7M ago28:48

28:48

Most people Haven't heard of the term "Farm to School." Once the concept is explained to them, usually the next thing to explain is.. what is a school garden? Typically, folks assume that school gardens are a relatively new thing. Join us as we talk with Rose Hayden-Smith about the very long and interesting history of school gardens in the USA and …

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Cuala's conditioning and Connacht wide open 33:02

7M ago33:02

33:02

This is part of the GAA Club Series of the Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching, with special guest Mark Doran (Roscommon Senior Football team coach). The discussion covers a range of topics including: 🏋️‍♂️ Cuala's impressive physical conditioning 🌬️ Connacht is wide open & fascinating 🔄 Laverty rolling back the years 💪 …

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CBGa 1.37 | North Uist & Berneray 21:42

7M ago21:42

21:42

Welcome to another episode of Coffee Break Gaelic! In this episode, we continue our journey through Scotland, this time landing in North Uist and Berneray. We introduce some new words and phrases and take a look at plurals in Gaelic. If you'd like to take advantage of bonus materials, lesson notes and a video version of each lesson, you can access …

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The magic of the GAA Club season 32:08

7M ago32:08

32:08

This is part of the GAA Club Series of the Locker Room Podcast. Hosted by Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching, with special guest Mark Doran (Roscommon Senior Football team coach). The discussion covers a range of topics including: •⁠ ⁠Jody Gormleys bravery 🙏 •⁠ ⁠Errigal Ciarans tactical switch. ↔️ •⁠ ⁠Ardee's 3rd quarter surge 🌊 •⁠ ⁠Wide Open All Ire…

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Food Lab: A small school where the kids scratch-cook their own meals 18:53

7M ago18:53

18:53

Often times we highlight very large school districts that has a meal program that offers food that is made from scratch whenever possible. Because those places are large districts with many resources, there might be more opportunities to get local, fresh food into the cafeteria. But what about a very small, rural school? How can they do the same th…

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Performance Leadership - with Luke Passman, Chelsea FC 1:01:46

8M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

Luke Passman is currently Head of Performance Services at Chelsea FC Academy. Luke has also been involved with New York Mets, Soto Tennis Academy and TASS. This is part of the DSS Performance Series of The Locker Room Podcast, where we interview some of the best known performance staff from around the world, working in sport. Hosted by Ross Bennett…

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FRC rule enhancements - A playing & coaching perspective 40:32

8M ago40:32

40:32

Hosted by Steven Poacher from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room GAA Inter-County Series where we discuss the big GAA games, the county players & coaches that make our games so interesting to follow, tactical coaching trends, and newsworthy items such as rule changes, competition structures, and the future of the GAA. This episode's spec…

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CBGa 1.36 | The Isle of Skye 21:10

8M ago21:10

21:10

In Lesson 36 of Coffee Break Gaelic, Iona is continuing her travels in Scotland and exploring the Isle of Skye. If you'd like to take advantage of bonus materials, lesson notes and a video version of each lesson, you can access the full Coffee Break Gaelic here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Stephen Lavin - co-founder of Game Sense Coaching 40:15

8M ago40:15

40:15

Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features Game Sense Coaching co-founder, Stephen Lavin. The discussion covers a range of topics, including: ●The Paul Kinnerk Eff…

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Liam Swift - GAA Goalkeeping Coach 36:44

8M ago36:44

36:44

Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features well-known goalie coach Liam Swift. The discussion covers a range of topics, including: - The life of a Goalkeeping Coac…

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So You Have a School Garden.. Now What To Do With That Food? The Master Food Preserver Episode. 25:46

8M ago25:46

25:46

Many School Gardens are able to produce an abundance of food. Usually they are able to bring the produce right in to the cafeteria.. But what if you have an overabundance of something? How can you save it? Can you can it SAFELY? What are the rules and regulations? Join us as we have a discussion with a Master Food Preserver Jared Hibbard-Swanson fr…

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CBGa 1.35 | Iona & Staffa 22:21

8M ago22:21

22:21

In this lesson, we take a trip to Iona and Staffa. We learn some new words and phrases and introduce the past tense of "to go". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Johnny Greville - Meath Senior Hurling Manager 42:30

8M ago42:30

42:30

Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features Meath Senior Hurling Manager Johnny Greville. Among other things, they discuss: - Chasing the coaching dream - The Playe…

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It's not "School Lunch".. It's "Lunch at School!" 28:44

9M ago28:44

28:44

Chef. Innovator. Leader... Cranky Parent? There are many words to describe Bertrand Weber. Join us as he shares his journey from an "angry parent" who was concerned about his kid's school meal to stepping up and doing something about it.. transforming the meal experience at Minneapolis Public Schools, and inspiring the country to rethink how they s…

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Club development & building a player pathway - with Ross Bennett MSc 31:46

9M ago31:46

31:46

Ross Bennett is Head of Integrated Performance @ QPR FC. This is part of the DSS Performance Series of The Locker Room Podcast, where we interview some of the best known coaches from Gaelic Games and other sports, from both Ireland and around the world. Hosted by Mark Deely from DSS Coaching, the discussion covers a range of topics, including: - Cl…

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CBGa 1.34 | The Isle of Mull 26:28

9M ago26:28

26:28

In this lesson of Coffee Break Gaelic, we join Iona in Mull and look at both familiar and new vocabulary, specifically focusing on food words! If you'd like to take advantage of bonus materials, lesson notes and a video version of each lesson, you can access the full Coffee Break Gaelic here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…

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Stephen Maxwell - Cricket Ireland Coach Education Manager 37:30

9M ago37:30

37:30

Stephen Maxwell is the Coach Education Manager for Cricket Ireland and the founder of No Other Game Around Performance Consultants. He also works as a Coach Developer. Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching, the discussion covers a range of topics, including: - Key learning outcomes across various sporting associations - The player-centered coachi…

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Shane Rice - Founder of the Gaelic Athletic Academy 35:56

9M ago35:56

35:56

Shane Rice is a well known GAA Coach, S&C Coach, and Founder of the Gaelic Athletic Academy & Shane Rice TV. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. Amongst many other things, they d…

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Small Bites Adventure Club 29:58

9M ago29:58

29:58

Today our special guests are Chef Asata Reid and Erin Croom of "Small Bites Adventure Club" from Atlanta, GA. Listen to them as they share their journey and passion of how they developed a truly one-of-a-kind, innovative program to educate children about nutrition and where their food comes from. We would love to hear from you! Send us a message.…

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CBGa 1.33 | Oban 23:00

9M ago23:00

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In this lesson, we continue on our virtual journey. We follow Iona and her cousins on their travels in Scotland and encounter both some familiar phrases and some completely new ones. If you'd like to take advantage of bonus materials, lesson notes and a video version of each lesson, you can access the full Coffee Break Gaelic here. Hosted on Acast.…

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Declan Quill - Kerry LGFA All Ireland winning manager 1:02:06

9M ago1:02:06

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Hosted by Alan Mullen from DSS Coaching. This is part of our Locker Room Coaching Series where we interview some of the best and most interesting coaches working in Gaelic Football, Hurling, LGF and Camogie. This episode features Kerry LGFA All-Ireland winning manager Declan Quill where he talks about: - The Kingdom's 31 year wait - Transitioning f…

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Critters in the School Garden 30:35

10M ago30:35

30:35

So you have a school garden. You grow beautiful fruits and veggies. Great! Now what? Once you've mastered your "green thumb" and want to try the one of the next steps in school gardens, many programs are having success with raising chickens (and other "critters") in the school garden. We talk with Sam Ullery from Washington DC's Office of the State…

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