Ep 21 - SMASH or PASS - Plant Edition!

In this episode, we explore how coffee goes from bean to brew, plant-based alternatives like chicory and dandelion root, and chat about the botanical buzz. Pour yourself a glass and join the daily grind with us! A huge thanks to Vintners for supporting the podcast by providing vine for this episode. Check them out at https://vintners.nz/ Music: ⁠⁠https://pixabay.com/music/id-142819/⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thetwotipsysashas

Today we’re geeking out over plants that refuse to die—featuring a desert blob that drinks coastal fog, Antarctic grass that skips the rules of botany, and the ultimate resurrection plant. Grab a drink, hit play, and let’s toast to the real overachievers of the plant kingdom Thank you to Vintners for providing wine for this episode! https://vintners.nz

In this episode, Sasha and I will discuss the broader meaning of the word 'weed' and what is considered to be a weed on a smaller scale, such as your garden, and on a bigger scale, such as the whole of New Zealand. Tune in to learn more! Wine was kindly provided to us by Vintners, who bring fine wines of the world to New Zealand. find out more at https://vintners.nz (TTPP is an ambassador of Vintners) Wine we had: Umani Ronchi Fonte del Re Lacrima di Morro d'Alba

We dive into the LEGO Botanical Collection and the living plants that sparked each design. From wildflower bouquet individual plants to cherry blossoms, we compare brick-built forms with real-world botany: how truthful the form is, if we enjoyed building the set and some fun facts about real plants!

We’re back with Part 2 of our deep dive into Green Infrastructure! 🍷🌱 This time, we’re pouring another glass and exploring how plants don’t just make cities prettier—they make them smarter. From rain gardens to green roofs, we unpack how these living systems help fight floods, clean the air, and keep our communities thriving. Cheers to plants saving the world, one leaf at a time!