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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we sit down with Semia Dunne , the powerhouse Founder & CEO of Flowers by Semia and The Floral Reserve .  Semia shares how her childhood memories of gardening with her mother blossomed into a lifelong passion—and eventually, a thriving floral design studio established in 2000. Semia takes us behind the blooms—from her pivot away...

Send us Fan Mail This week, the whole gang is in the studio with two powerhouses in the floral industry — Liza Roeser and Jennifer Barnard of Fifty Flowers. These floral superhumans dive into how they got started, what drives them, and how their community, Women in Flowers , is creating space for empowerment, collaboration, and fearless leadership. Mike makes a heartfelt confession, Liza reveals a...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we’re two Fat Guys short—but don’t worry, the Marketing Dream Team is here to save the day! Ryan, Mimi, and Joel take the reins and get the chance to reconnect with the one and only Sheldon . Now, funny story… the original podcast file went poof thanks to a tech fail (RIP audio), but lucky for us, Sheldon was down to chat twic...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , the Fatty’s are joined by special guest Madison Greene, Marketing Coordinator for That Flower Feeling (TFF). Madison stops by to share all the exciting details about TFF’s new Ambassador Program. They’re looking for passionate individuals to help spread the word about the incredible impact flowers can have on mental well-being. If you&apos...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , the spotlight is on... us ! That’s right; the Fat Guys Crew takes over the mic to chat about everything from hilarious AI roasts to the joys of running an independent boutique farm. We’re also sharing some exciting news— Fresh Fest 2025 is officially on the horizon! Tune in to hear the big reveal of the date and location for this year’s hi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we’re chatting with the one and only Christine Guenther, the energetic, empowering, and ridiculously creative force behind WildFlower | stem + sundry ! Known as the Local Flower Dealer and Flower Momma, Christine took her hospitality education and opened not one, not two, but THREE (yep, THREE!) floral and boutique gift shops across...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we’re excited to welcome Belen Garcia and Cristina Maldonado from Florsani in Ecuador. Founded in 2006, Florsani has made it their mission to remain a socially responsible company, dedicated to cultivating fulfilling lives for their team, clients, and flowers. With over 240 hectares of land, Florsani is one of the largest Gypso...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we bring you a quickish episode. With a full bouquet of updates from the past week of Jet Fresh Industry events. We start with the NYBG Orchid Gala Dinner in New York, where Mimi was the ultimate plus-one (Carlos’s honorary date, to be exact). Next, we catch up with Olga, who gave us a quick but sweet rundown of her week volunteering at th...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we’re joined by the one and only Megan Gerace , Social Media & Account Executive at GravityFree — and a true digital dynamo with a passion for marketing, adventure, and all things floral! From managing online reputations to creating content that pops, Megan is a details devotee, content creator, and social media rock star who kno...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we’re joined by the one and only Holly Haveman—a world traveler, businesswoman, and artist on demand! As a second-generation florist with a flair for Supply Chain Management and a serious case of wanderlust, Holly brings an exciting global spin to her family’s shop, Kennedy’s, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With her perfect mix of busine...

Send us Fan Mail Flower Fatties, it’s go time! After a couple of hectic weeks, the 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers crew got together to share some Flower holiday stats, Man Boob stories, and, of course, more food tastings!  The JF Building has officially been open for 171 hours and counting, and in that time, we've devoured over 35 lbs of Mommy Blacks candy. The crew has been working around the cl...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we are thrilled to welcome the legendary Mr. Harrison “Red” Kennicott III, AAF, a true pioneer in the floral industry. Red’s connection to flowers runs deep, having grown up working at his family’s wholesale business, Kennicott Bros. Co., since the age of 12. He graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Floriculture, and ov...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we're joined by the delightful and super-talented Renee Tucci, AIFD, PFCI, AAF! She’s not only a floral design powerhouse but a true advocate for the power of positivity and education. Renee takes us on a journey through her career—from getting her degree in ornamental horticulture to pivoting from designer to manager and, eventually,...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back Fatty Gang, in this week's episode join Fern, Mike, Mimi, Ryan, and Joel as they welcome James François-Pijuan , a long-time floral designer passionate about revitalizing the NYC Historic Floral District . A NYC native, James shares his journey from Parsons College of Design to showcasing floral artistry at the MET Opera House , fast forward to now and his effort...

Send us Fan Mail In this fresh episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking About Flowers , we’re joined by Amanda Jedlinksky from the Society of American Florists. Amanda brought along some special guests to talk about the upcoming Next Gen Live event in Dallas this February. On this Next Gen episode, we’re excited to feature Jenny Thomasson, the current Next Gen Rising Star , Erin Bruno of McNamara Florist (wh...

Send us Fan Mail On this fast-paced episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we welcome the newest member of the Fresh Sales Team, Belkis Hernandez! From being a loyal Fatty Listener to stepping into her new role at Jet Fresh Flowers, Belkis shares her journey from “Assistant to the Assistant” to fast-tracking her way in the flower world. She learned the ropes from one of the pioneers of the Fresh...

Send us Fan Mail Happy 2025, Fatties! We’re kicking off the New Year with an episode packed with CB radio lingo, New Year’s resolutions, and some exciting updates from Jet Fresh. Fern and Joel are taking a well-deserved vacation, but Ryan and Mimi are holding down the fort with a special guest, Mike! Mike fills us in on the latest news about the big Jet Fresh move and the upcoming Valentine’s Day...

Send us Fan Mail Ring in the New Year with the Fern, Mike, Ryan, and Joel (and Mimi, in spirit from her vacation!) as they revisit the biggest blooms, boldest personalities, and most unforgettable moments from 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers in 2023! From "Chrysanthe-MANIA" with Deliflor Americas (Ep. 102) to the fearless pioneering of FBI Flowers' Frank Biddle (Ep. 142), and the expansi...

Send us Fan Mail In this fun "Holiday Hangout" episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, Mike, Fern, Mimi, Ryan, and Joel sit down with Jet Fresh team members to see what things are like around the holidays at Jet Fresh.  The first guest is making her podcast debut, Jesselynn Correa, Jet Fresh's sales representative for over 8 years.  Later, we're joined by fan-favorite Jimi &quot...

Send us Fan Mail We've got a fun surprise on this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers! A mystery Secret Santa sent us a tasty treat, and you won’t want to miss our reactions as we taste-test it, courtesy of one of our favorite "Fatties." After that, we dive into an amazing conversation with one of the best-dressed gentlemen in the floral industry, Mr. Jackie Lacey. Jackie s...

Send us Fan Mail In this holiday season opener of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we’re thrilled to welcome John Marks, a true next-gen entrepreneur who has turned his passion for creating into a thriving enterprise. From selling wreaths and candies to launching his own ribbon line and TV show, John’s journey is a testament to the power of organic growth, hard work, and staying true to oneself. Known...

Send us Fan Mail It's giving...Thanks.  Our 2024 Thanksgiving special episode is now served.  Whether you're working or eating, listen in as the Fatty Gang discusses hot Thanksgiving topics.  Ryan is back from Japan and gives us a quick insight on his trip to Japan, we discuss what the f* happened to the Fall flower season and more.  Be sure to email us 2FatGuys@jetfreshflowers.com and s...

Send us Fan Mail In this  2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers episode , we sit down with Frank Biddle, the fearless founder of FBI Flowers and Tradwinds International. With over 30 years of experience in every corner of the floral industry, Frank has seen it all — from the highs and lows of flower importing and exporting to the adventures of running a successful, global operation. Frank shares some unforge...

Send us Fan Mail 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 2024 International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF)! Dan, Jimi, Connor, and Anahi joined Mike on this floral adventure, and they're back to share their favorite moments- from picturesque canals and fragrant lilacs to meeting top...

Send us Fan Mail 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 prestigious SAF Sylvia Cup in 2022, Kelsey is known for her love of floral design and marketing. Beyond her design skills, Kelsey has a deep passion for educatio...