The Flower Podcast

We're replaying our episode with Joseph Massie. Joe is the youngest floral designer to win the most consecutive Gold Medal Titles at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. He has also been featured in many other commissioned floral designs and taught workshops and classes around the world. Have fun with Joe and Scott as they talk about floral design, business, and juggling the many facets of his business. Stay tuned for the Bonus Episode at the end. Learn more about Joe and all of our other guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com.

We're replaying our episode with 2019 World Cup Champion, Bart Hassam, with a BONUS. Scott and Bart chat about his journey to becoming a competitor in this amazing international floral championship. Not only winning the 'most prestigious competition in the floral industry,' Bart is co-creator of Maison Fleur Floral Design and continues to travel around the world creating beauty with flowers. Be sure to subscribe and follow the podcast, our social places, and learn more about all of our guests at theflowerpodast.com !!

Holly Carlisle owns Rosegolden in Birmingham, Al. Holly and Scott chat about the golden ratio as it relates to floral design, the Birmingham Style, and how she practices sustainable floristry. Holly has been published in Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, Veranda, and Flower Magazine. She was also published in the book In Full Flower by Rizzoli. Holly is a very creative soul that finds inspiration in nature, fashion, and other floral artists. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on your app of choice. You can learn more about Holly and other past guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com

Floral Designer and Flower Farmer Julio Freitas, owner of The Flower Hat, shares his insights on flower farming, floral mechanics, the addition of new workshops, and the story behind his signature style. Julio discusses one of his main flower crops, dahlia's! Be sure to subscribe on iTunes or Spotify. Learn more Julio and all of our other guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com

Tobey Nelson owns Tobey Nelson Events and Design on Whidbey Island, WA. Tobey is known for her wedding and design business and practicing sustainable floristry. Her background is in horticulture with her degree from Michigan State. Scott and Tobey discuss the many ways sustainable floristry applies to any floral business. We talk about flower sourcing, workshops, and practical ways to design flowers foam free. Be sure to subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts and go to www.theflowerpodcast.com and learn more about Tobey and our past guests.

Sweet Root Village, owned by Lauren Anderson and Rachel Bridgwood located in Alexandria, VA outside the DC area. Enjoy this fun chat with Scott. In this episode, they discuss hiring, working with vendors, pricing, and being Moms. Over the past decade they have developed a deep love for small business and now share what they know through workshops and classes. They strive to build meaningful relationships, create special experiences, and incorporate sustainable practices in to their business. Be sure to subscribe on your podcast platform and learn more about Sweet Root Village and all of our other guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com

Andrea Gagnon owns LynnVale Studios with her husband Lou. Andrea combines her professional design education and experience with her expertise in floriculture to grow premium flowers and design unique arrangements that range from formal to fantastic. We talk about the history of the family farm, learning how to grow and over come challenges, being American Grown Certified, learning your market, and so much more. Be sure to subscribe! You can learn more about Andrea and all of our guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com

Gabriela Salazar, owner of international studio La Musa de las Flores outside of Mexico City chats with Scott this week on The Flower Podcast. Gabriela shares her desire to connect with flowers through her floral designs, growing flowers in her garden, and the general care of flowers. Every aspect is so important and taking the time to relate to the flowers gives space to relax in one's creative process. Gabriela chats about teaching, her design process of layering, caring for your garden through learning from growers like Erin of Floret and much more. Featured in publications such as Vogue US and Vogue Italia, Martha Stewart Weddings, Architectural Digest, and clients including Yves Saint Laurent and Mont Blanc, La Musa de las Flores continues to inspire the floral community. Be sure to subscribe and learn more about our guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com

Steve Mydelski owns Natchez Glen in Franklin, TN. Steve shares his background from the nursery industry to flower farmer. Steve specializes in growing Garden Roses and Dahlias in the south. Steve shares his experiences growing and marketing speciality cut flowers from his part of the country. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast and learn more about Steve and all of our guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com !!

This week Scott chats with Calvert Crary, he's the Executive Director of both FlowerSchool New York and FlowerSchool Los Angeles. Previously an award winning photographer, Calvert made the transition to floral entrepreneur, having opened and successfully run three flower shops in New York City. He's trained and coached thousands of students on how to work in the floral industry by opening new businesses or reorganizing existing floral businesses into thriving careers. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and learn more about all our guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com