Recorded live at Stem (806 Monroe Avenue in Rochester NY), this episode of Plants & Beats brings together community voices, plant wisdom, and conversations about connection. Rob Bell sits down with Matthew Smitley and Quajay Donnell to talk about what makes the Rochester community feel rooted, resilient, and alive.

From support systems to creative collaboration, the conversation explores the parallels between caring for plants and caring for people.

Set against another lo-fi mix by Aloefi, this episode is about growth in every sense of the word—personal, communal, and creative.

🪴 Recorded live at Stem on Monroe Avenue

🌱 Conversations on community, care & connection

🤝 Featuring Matthew Smitley & Quajay Donnell

🎧 Hosted by Rob Bell (@byrobbell)

🎼 Music by Aloefi (@al0efi)

🎙 Produced with the Lunchador Podcast Network

Mentioned in this episode:

Joe Bean Roasters

Coffee that lifts everyone. joebeanroasters.com