2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers
Join Mike Black and Fernando "The Fern Show" Ortega as they dive into the floral industry's hot topics. Always bringing you the good, the bad, and the ugly about flowers. Each episode is filled with flower topics, jokes, and knowledgeable guests. This podcast is always entertaining and sometimes educational. The goal is to enjoy a conversation and meet the people behind the flowers.
2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers
Ep. 138 - J Schwanke: Bringing Life in Bloom to TV—Where Fun with Flowers Takes Center Stage!
Get ready to tune in for a good time on this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers! We’re channeling our excitement as we sit down with the one and only J Schwanke, AAF, AIFD, CFD, PFCI—the creative mastermind behind J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom. J's hit show airs nationwide on public television, bringing floral magic into over 415 markets across the USA. With six seasons and 81 episodes in rotation, J’s show is quickly becoming a classic, earning him comparisons to TV icons like Bob Ross and Mister Rogers!
Born at a flower convention (yes, really!) and raised in his family’s greenhouses, J’s life has been a floral adventure from the very beginning. In this episode, we dig deep into how Life in Bloom is more than just a show—it’s a celebration of the beauty and joy flowers bring to our lives, and a huge boost for the floral industry. The show even earned him the SAF Marketer of the Year award.
J also shares all about uBloom.com, where J’s flower fans can enjoy his passion for blooms 24/7 (listen in to see how you can see episodes FREE). With over 90,000 YouTube subscribers and a whopping 11.5 million views, J is spreading his love for flowers far and wide! J shares how he doesnt do it without his team and especially his creative director (and husband), Kelly—though Kelly prefers to stay out of the spotlight, he’s a driving force behind the success of Life in Bloom.
The 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers crew had an absolute blast chatting with J, and we can’t wait to watch his continued success as he inspires the world—one beautiful flower (and TV screen) at a time!
For more from J Schwanke visit: ubloom.com, https://www.youtube.com/@LifeinBloom
Follow J at j_schwankes_life_in_bloom