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.
Episodes
142 episodes
Ep.141 - Jet Fresh Takes on IFTF - The Netherlands
On this episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, Mike and Fern sit down with the Jet Fresh team members who recently traveled to the Netherlands for the 2024International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF)! Dan, Jimi, Connor, and Anahi j...
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Ep. 140 - Flexing Creative & Marketing Muscles with Kelsey Thompson CFD, AIFD from Petals & Profits
In this creatively charged and business-focused episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we sit down with Kelsey Thompson CFD, AIFD, a nationally acclaimed floral designer and owner of Bloom in Algona, Iowa. Winner of the prestigio...
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Ep. 139 - The Many of Minds of Dr. Rev. Rob Gooljar of Iris Blossom
In this episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we are joined by our fabulous friend, Dr. Reverend Rob Gooljar. Gooljar is the face and hair behind IRIS Blossom, a luxury retail and event florist serving clients in Charlotte, Nort...
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Episode 139
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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 <...
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Ep. 137 - Seeing Opportunities with Donald Yim, AIFD, CFD, PFCI
In this episode, we're thrilled to chat with the one and only Donald Yim! From his humble beginnings as a delivery truck driver in his sister's flower shop in Hong Kong to becoming an award-winning designer and educator, Donald shares his incre...
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Ep. 136 - Expo Flor Ecuador 2024 - Live From Quito with Jet Fresh Growers
Ep. 136 - Expo Flor Ecuador 2024 - Live From Quito with Jet Fresh GrowersThis week's episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers takes listeners on an international trip to ExpoFlores Flor Ecuador, where the Jet Fresh Flower Growers team has unveiled...
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Ep. 135 - Growing up Peonies with Paige Kennicott Jacques of Kennitcot Kuts
In this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we’re thrilled to welcome Paige Kennicott Jaques of Kennicott Kuts! Join us as Paige takes us on a journey back to 1836, sharing her family’s rich history in the floral industry fro...
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Ep. 134 - Making a Splash with Talia Craig of Petunia’s Floral
On this week’s 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers episode, we chat with the enchanting Talia Craig of Petunia’s Floral! Talia shares her unique journey from a successful hairstylist to a floral specialist after a life-changing accident. ...
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Ep. 133 - Building Community & Floral Support w/ Valerie Crisostomo of Black Girl Florist
This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we're chatting about the importance of community with special guest Valerie Crisostomo, the founder of Black Girl Florist. Valerie takes us on her professional journey from event management to her growin...
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Ep. 132 - Rooting for Rodi! Founder of Groot In Flowers
Fatties bring out your cheer gear and get ready for an uplifting episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers! With Fern and Ryan out, Mike has brought in a special guest, Rodi Groot, a powerhouse in the floral world. Rodi, a second-generation ...
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Ep. 131 - The Next Gen Takeover Episode
Join us for a special episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers as we hand the mics over to a dynamic group of rising floral Next Gen’s. With Mike and Fern taking a break, a powerhouse lineup of floral friends from across the United States steps in...
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Episode 131
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Ep. 130 - Turning Pages and Celebrating Florist Legacy with Caroline Marshall-Foster
Join us in this momentous episode as we welcome a true trailblazer in the world of flowers, Caroline Marshall-Foster. Broadcasting all the way from the UK, Caroline is a 3rd generation floral professional who has woven her rich family heritage ...
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Ep. 129 - Floral Fame with Alexander Campbell of AC Floral
This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we’re thrilled to have the sensational Alexander Campbell—social media’s floral maestro with a whopping 1.3 million followers! Alexander’s journey is as colorful as his creations, from arranging...
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Ep. 128 - Teeing Off at Blooms + BIRDIES 2.0
Fore! In this week’s Two Fat Guys Talking Flowers episode, we’re swinging into action with a special live recording from the 2nd Annual Blooms + Birdies Golf Tournament at Normandy Shores Country Club! The event was a hole-in-one, bringing toge...
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Ep.127 - The Breeder's Scoop with Carmen Marquez Campbell of Ball Horticulture
In this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we are a "Fatty down" missing Fernando but Mike, Mimi, Ryan, and Joel brought in a knowledgeable special guest, Carmen Marquez Campbell of Ball Horticulture to keep up the energy. You ...
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Ep. 126 - The Many names of "Mr. Leafshine," Dennis Wheeler of Chrysal
Get ready for a laugh and a good time on this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers! Our special guest is none other than Dennis Wheeler, the national sales manager for Chrysal USA. Join us as we hear all about Dennis's journey from the ...
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Ep. 125 - Fresh Family Updates! New Building Announcement!
Step right up, Ladies and Gentlemen! You won’t want to miss this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers. True to our catchphrase, we deliver the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.We kick things off with the exciting news that Conn...
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Ep. 124 - AIFD Symposium, Operation Catsnip, & the Pirate Life with Kim Williams & Ralph Giordano of Giordano's Floral
In this week's special episode of #2FatGuysTalkingFlowers we sit down with Kim Williams and Ralph Giordano, AIFD, CFD, FSMD, FPCF, CEJ of Giordano's Floral Creations in For Pierce, FL. In this fun episode, we review all the excitement and...
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Ep. 123 - Floral Focus on the Economy, Jobs and Emotions with Dr. Charlie Hall
Grab your pens and paper, ladies and gentlemen, because this insightful episode of "2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers" is one you don’t want to miss! Join the Fatty team as we speak with Dr. Charlie Hall and SAF’s Amanda Jedlinskey for a preview of ne...
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Ep. 122 - "Expanding the Flower Alphabet" with FLWR PSTL
Get ready for an inspiring and entertaining episode of #2FatGuysTalkingFlowers where Fern, Mike, and the gang glimpse into the magical mind of FLWR PSTL! FLWR PSTL, the mad scientist and creative mind behind Haus of Ste...
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Ep. 121 - "Staying in Your Lane" VW Buses + Flowers with Posies Flower Truck
In this groovy episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, Mike, Fern and the gang are joined by Stephanie and Madison Johnson of Posie's Flower Truck. Listen in as we find out why and how Stephanie stepped away from 2 successful Marketing and...
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Ep. 120 - All about AIFD with Lori Novak, AIFD
All about AIFD with Lori Novak, AIFD. Welcome to another episode of Fat Guys Talking Flowers ! This week, we chat with Lori Novak about everything AIFD. With the Symposium just weeks away and registration closing soon, we provide a sneak peek i...
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Ep. 119 - Red, White and Floral with Tracy Parke of House of Flora Flower Market
Get ready for a patriotic and fun episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers! We're thrilled to welcome the podcast's official #1 Fangirl, Tracy Parke from House of Flora Flower Market. Tracy, a proud 4th generation florist, shares her family’s flor...
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Ep. 118 - The Smooth Sounds of Flowers with Marco Groot, Hilverda de Boer USA
This week, we’re thrilled to have Marco Groot, CEO of Hilverda de Boer USA, join us for a fun episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers. Marco shares all about Hilverda de Boer, a floral powerhouse with over 100 years of history, renowned worldwide...
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Ep. 117 - All in the Family with Stephen, David, Willie, Richard and Judy Armellini
Welcome to a monumental episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers! Today, we have the honor of hosting all the Armellini siblings together, providing a unique glimpse into the history and future of their family business.Join us as ...
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