This Side Salad was inspired by a civilian friend who noticed the very real struggles veterans face when transitioning out of the military.

I told myself I’d stay away from military topics once I retired. But maybe I have one last thing to say to the people I left behind.

The uniform comes off, but the transition is just beginning. 🥗

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When I take a step back and look at the challenges I've endured in this life, one surpasses all of the rest. I'd say its the hardest thing...and may be the most rewarding ingredients of my life.

The Salad Bowl Podcast | Joel Hitchcock-Tilton | Growing Community from the Ground Up

What if a garden could change the way an entire city connects?

In this episode of The Salad Bowl Podcast, we sit down with Joel Hitchcock-Tilton, the visionary behind Paradigm Gardens, to explore how one idea rooted in purpose has blossomed into one of New Orleans' most inspiring community spaces.

From cultivating fresh food to cultivating meaningful relationships, Joel shares how creativity, sustainability, and a willingness to think differently have transformed an empty space into a place where people gather, heal, celebrate, and grow.

This conversation isn't just about farming. It's about leadership, taking risks, building something bigger than yourself, and proving that when you invest in people, incredible things can grow.

If you've ever wondered how passion becomes purpose—or how one person's vision can impact an entire community—this episode is for you.

🥗 In this episode, we discuss:

• Building Paradigm Gardens from the ground up
• The power of community and shared experiences
• Entrepreneurship and taking unconventional paths
• Creativity, sustainability, and leaving a lasting impact
• Why growth always starts with planting a seed

Because every great community, just like every great salad, is made stronger by its unique ingredients.

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