Episodes

  • John Roberts & Tom Windle Discuss The Trade As A Whole

    John Roberts & Tom Windle Discuss The Trade As A Whole
    Sep 16 2024
    On the final episode in a triology of in-studio appearances made by Tom Windle from Gardenscape, John & Tom talk about the trade as a whole and the Landscapers journey within it. They discuss aspects of the trade they don't like, customers, mental health, tool theft, family, habits, social media and share their experiences with this range of challenges
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    26 mins
  • Tom Windle Interviews John Roberts

    Tom Windle Interviews John Roberts
    Sep 2 2024
    John Roberts has the tables turned on him and is interviewed about his life, career and experiences in the trade by Tom Windle from Gardenscape
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    38 mins
  • Tom Windle from Gardenscape Talks About His Experiences in Landscaping

    Tom Windle from Gardenscape Talks About His Experiences in Landscaping
    Aug 19 2024
    Tom Windle from Gardenscape joins John Roberts to talk about his experiences and the challenges that come with being a Landscaper, on and off the tools
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    31 mins
  • From Landscaping To Pools & Blocks

    From Landscaping To Pools & Blocks
    Aug 5 2024
    Ben Bonsor from Orbro Pools joins John Roberts to tell the family story behind the company and how they went from Landscaping to creating amazing swimming pool spaces and were part of the development of a new block you can use to create all sorts of walls and curved walls
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    34 mins
  • The Sustainable Landscaper Talks Business & Working Practices

    The Sustainable Landscaper Talks Business & Working Practices
    Jul 22 2024
    The Sustainable Landscaper Angus MacLeod joins John Roberts to talk about his working practices in more detail and how he manages his business. John and Angus also talk about how there's a second coming with regards to nature in gardens across the UK and also chat about creative ideas
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    40 mins
  • What It's Like To Run A Huge Landscaping Business In Central London?

    What It's Like To Run A Huge Landscaping Business In Central London?
    Jul 8 2024
    John Roberts is joined by Tony Woods from Garden Club London who talks about his experiences running his very successful company in Central London. Tony talks about all of the challenges this work brings, His workforce which sees him employ around 30 people and the type of work he takes on in the capital and around the world
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    28 mins
  • The Approach To Sustainable Practices, Projects & Materials

    The Approach To Sustainable Practices, Projects & Materials
    Jun 24 2024
    John Roberts takes a look at sustainable practices, award winning projects & new and innovative sustainable materials. Guests: Angus McLeod (The Sustainable Landscaper) Mike Lote from MJL Garden Design & Marcus Von Thiele from Ecobrix
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    35 mins
  • A Look At Machines, Automation & Equipment

    A Look At Machines, Automation & Equipment
    Jun 10 2024
    John Roberts takes a look at bringing automation into your business. As your business grows and the jobs get more ambitious, the kind of machines and equipment you're using get more ambitious as well. Tom Windle, an accomplished Landscaper from Gardenscape, talks about the range of machines he's used, including one that was like driving a tank. Dan Lodge from Watling JCB (www.watling-jcb.co.uk) talks about some of the equipment and machines from JCB, events and training you need to know about and much more
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    45 mins