The Flower Podcast

The Flower Podcast

Author: Scott Shepherd, Host and Flower Educator Language: English Episodes: 300
Scott Shepherd has spent years immersed in the world of blooms, not just as a host but as an educator, and he brings that entire perspective to The Flower Podcast. This isn't just about pretty arrangements; it's a deep, root-level exploration of the entire floral industry. Conversations here weave between the practical realities of running a business and the sheer creative joy found in a garden. You'll hear from the people whose hands are in the soil-flower farmers and growers-as well as the designers, photographers, and entrepreneurs who translate that natural beauty into art and commerce. Each episode features a different voice from this vibrant community, sharing specific knowledge on trends, techniques, and the personal journeys that fuel a life with flowers. Whether you're a professional florist looking for savvy advice, a hobbyist seeking inspiration, or simply someone who appreciates the intersection of nature and enterprise, this podcast offers a unique bouquet of insights. Tune in for genuine, meandering chats that always circle back to a shared passion, revealing the surprising depth and connectivity within the floral world.
Episodes
Learning How to Share Your Story with Christine Chitnis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:16
Christine Chitnis is our guest this week. She's a writer and photographer based in Providence, Rhode Island. The author of four books—including Patterns of India (Clarkson Potter, 2020)—and a contributor to publications…
Larger Than Life Florals with Carlos Franqui of Floratorium [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:57
Our guest this week is Carlos Franqui, the Founder and Creative Director of Floratorium a NYC high-end flower studio that specializes in conceptualized silk flowers installations that are meant to excite, delight, and el…
2019 Maxine Owens: The Floral Journey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:23
This week we're replaying our episode from Season 2 with Maxine Owens of Maxine Owens Designs. Maxine shares her story and travels with flowers this week on The Flower Podcast. Scott and Maxine chat about her love of nat…
TJ McGrath: Everything Begins with a Conversation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:16
The conversation of sustainability is growing and I am thrilled to have TJ McGrath as my guest this week. From his home studio in New Jersey, TJ conducts workshop, private lessons, and prefers to focus on exploring flora…
Planning Simplified with Ryan O'Neil [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:37
My guest this week is Ryan O'Neil, creator of Curate. You've heard me speak of Curate as a new sponsor of The Flower Podcast and I am glad to finally chat with Ryan about why he created Curate and how this florist softwa…
Having a Profitable Mindset with Charlotte Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:36
Our guest this week is Charlotte Smith and she teaches farmers the skills they need to make money on their farms and live calm, balanced lives through mindset coaching. Going against what most of us have been taught, Cha…
Creating a Flower Destination with Adam and Jenn O'Neal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:17
Adam and Jenn O'Neal cultivate farm fresh flowers at PepperHarrow, their 20-acre farm in Winterset, Iowa. Their farm is described as an idyllic setting, sitting on a beautiful plateau above the Middle River Valley, nestl…
Helping PepperHarrow Farm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:10
This week we were planning on airing our conversation with Jenn and Adam O'Neal of PepperHarrow Farm in Winterset, Iowa. Saturday a tornado hit their farm destroying all of the structures and greenhouses, except their ho…