If Plants Could Talk

An interview with Anaheim, CA based cactus and succulent collector Kevin, of Crazy4Cactus. Kevin is also a talented plant photographer with a keen eye for some of the most beautiful specimens out there. On his Instagram, he regularly showcases private collections as well as his own. Links to Crazy4Cactus YouTube and social media are pasted below.  Crazy4Cactus - YouTube 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘇𝘆𝟰𝗖𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝘀 🌵 (@craz...

An interview with San Pedro, CA based plant collector and enthusiast, Mikey, of @mikeylovesmagic. Mikey is a full-time hair dresser with 10 years of experience. He also collects crystals and is known in the community for his life long love of practicing magic. Mikey joined us today in my home studio in Long Beach, CA.  Mikey's IG - @mikeylovesmagic • Instagram photos and videos This podcast i...

An interview with Joseph of Cocoa Geek Plants. Joseph  is an east coast based collector and grower of succulents, carnivorous plants, and orchids. He utilizes greenhouses for cultivation, specializing in a wide variety of Echeverias. Joseph has a wealth of knowledge and is a pivotal contributor to the plant community. Links to Cocoa Geek Plants social media and website pasted below. CocoaGeek...

An interview with Oceanside, CA based cactus and succulent collector, Chris of C.S.G. In this episode he discusses his background story and how his son bringing home a succulent 10 years ago led to the explosion of a full time hobby. Chris built a desert oasis landscape and greenhouse in his yard, cultivating and collecting rare and obscure specimens. 𝘾.actus 𝙎.ucculent 𝙂.ardening (@____c.s.g.____...

An interview with brothers Oscar and Edgar of The Shed, an IG Live show that occurs most Thursdays. Oscar is the owner of Green Touch Nursery which is located at 8842 Park St, Bellflower, CA 90706. Edgar and Oscar are both plant collectors and enthusiasts with a vast collection of different species. They are both dedicated to researching and obtaining knowledge of ethnobotany. Links to social medi...

An interview with Janice Méi of Reiki Méi Energy Healing. In this episode Janice and I discuss spirituality, plant medicine, and energy healing at length. Janice is a mystic and intuitive healer based between Costa Rica and Los Angeles. She offers both in-person and remote healing work. She is a certified Reiki Master in the Usui Shiki Ryoho lineage as well as a certified practitioner of both Ange...

An interview with Martin of Big Cactus Rescue. Martin is a UK based cactus collector and enthusiast. Big Cactus Rescue is where death metal meets desert plants. They built a little cactus sanctuary in rainy England, with a wide variety of cacti. Martin is also a musician and sound engineer who enjoys running marathons in his spare time. His partner Trixie, is currently running everyday for a chari...

An interview with Ivan Garibaldo of Garibaldo's Nursery. Garibaldo's is a family owned and ran wholesale nursery located at 8834 Rose St. Bellflower, CA 90706. Established in 2005, Garibaldo's carries a wide variety of plants. They also offer plants online via Etsy. Links to social media and Etsy are pasted below. Join us as Ivan discusses his love for plants and provides a very positive and uplif...

An interview with San Diego and desert based artist, Jen Pangacian, of Club Time Warp. Jen is a multi talented artist incorporating an array of different mediums with her current focus being, desert inspired resin sculptures. Her work is currently featured at the Mojave Flea Trading Post at 383 N Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262. Links to her website and social media are pasted below.&nb...

An interview with Los Angeles based plant caretaker and stylist Jenny of @plantyfurrr. Jenny offers plant care taking and stylist services via her website plantyfurrr.com - linked below. Jenny is a very passionate plant hobbyist and collector with an emphasis on house plants, cactus, and succulents. Join us as we discuss plant therapy and mental health at length. Please be aware some of this discu...

An interview with Los Angeles based rock painter and plant lover, Nikki Ricardez of @pikkinikkisrocks. Nikki is a very talented rock artist incorporating an array of different mediums and techniques into her work. She is a promoter of body positivity and enjoys giving back to her community in random acts of kindness.  Link to Nikki's IG: Nikki 🌵🎨🌼Ricardez (@pikkinikkisrocks) • Instagram ph...

An interview with San Diego based cactus and succulent enthusiast, Jessi, of @filterfreejessi. Jessi is the owner of a baked goods company called, Dory Rolls. Join us as we discuss plant therapy, music, mental health, and culture.  Jessi's IG: https://www.instagram.com/filterfreejessi/ Dory Rolls: https://www.instagram.com/doryrolls/ This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery loca...

An interview with Camarillo native cactus and succulent enthusiast Ryan of @cactus_daddy90. Ryan is a compassionate and kind human being working as a caregiver in the cannabis industry. He is also a full-time father. Ryan has a diverse collection with a centralized focus on Trichocereus. Join us as we discuss psychoactive plants, psychedelics, gardening, and plant therapy. Cactus_Daddy90 (@cactus_...

An interview with amateur gardener and novice drought tolerant collector @succulent_cacti_lady. May is an active member and pillar of the southern California plant community. She has a greenhouse packed full of cactus and succulents as well as other drought tolerant plants. Be sure to check out her Instagram below.  May (@succulent_cacti_lady) • Instagram photos and videos This podcast is bro...

An interview with Kimmie Hashey, a Bellflower, CA native plant enthusiast and collector. Kimmie's love for plants started in her early childhood having a cactus garden in her yard. She collects everything from house plants to carnivorous and tropicals to cactus and succulents. Fishing, yoga, and meditation are among her many other passions and talents. She is a staple member of the local community...

An interview with local plant enthusiast Vic aka @vic.theprick. In addition to tending his cactus and succulent collection, Vic enjoys caring for his Koi pond and Tortoises. He is a nature lover and active supporter of plant and animal habitat conservation efforts.  Link to Vic's IG: Vic salazar (@vic.theprick) • Instagram photos and videos This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery lo...

An interview with Tucson, Arizona based cactus and succulent grower collector @cactusupdate. Alex enjoys mountain biking in his spare time and just recently had his first child. Join us as he gives a detailed rundown of his collection and knowledge of these specimens.  Alex G! (@cactusupdate) • Instagram photos and videos This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery located at 6901 Orang...

An interview with Patrick of @microscope_mystic. Patrick is a scientist and ethnobotanist with a B.S. in Genetics and Plant Biology from UC Berkeley. In this episode he shares his research of psychoactive plants and alkaloids including the Trichocereus cactus species, Mitragyna Speciosa (Kratom), Cannabis, and Ayahuasca. 🦠🥽🔬🧬🧪 (@microscope_mystic) • Instagram photos and videos This podcast is...

An interview with Los Angeles based Cactaceae collector & Succulentophile, David of Selegna Sol. David is also a street photographer and works in animation. Join us as he shares his insight of tending plants.  Link to David's Plant IG: DV8 [David V] (@_selegna_sol_) • Instagram photos and videos Link to David's Bonfire: Bonfire - Design your own shirt on material you’ll love This podcast...

An interview with local member of the plant community @funkandelic aka @simply.funky. Join us as we discuss Lophophora, Ariocarpus, Hip-hop, graffiti, and street culture. We also touched on the spiritual connection one can have when caring for plants.  funkandelic 🌵 (@funkandelic) • Instagram photos and videos Simply Funky 🌶 😎 🌵 🎧 (@simply.funky) • Instagram photos and videos This podcast...

An interview with the owner and founder of family owned business Navarro's Mixed Nursey. Navarro's is located in the bay area at 1700 Watsonville Rd. Watsonsville, CA. They also have a YouTube channel sharing videos of landscape styles and different growing and propagation techniques. I have pasted the links below.   Navarro's Mixed Nursery (@navarrosmixednursery) • Instagram photos and...

An interview with local member of the plant community and witch @mikeylovesmagic. Join us as we discuss spirituality, supernatural phenomenon, magic, and all things plants. This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery located at 6901 Orange Ave. Long Beach, CA 90805. Family owned, family ran, since 2007. Mezcala carries everything from landscape plants, to house plants, to cactus and succulen...

An interview with Trichocereus garden keeper and wizard, Trevor of @the.cactus.jones. Join us as we explore the phenomenon of plant therapy, gardening, and plant medicine. Make sure to check out Trevor's shop at The Cactus Jones . This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery located at 6901 Orange Ave. Long Beach, CA 90805. Family owned, family ran, since 2007. Mezcala carries everything from...

An interview with psychonaut, traveler of the unknown, full time raver, and ethnobotanist @psychedlicninja aka Moka. Join us as we take a deep dive into consciousness, psychedelics, plant medicine, and the Trichocereus and Lophophora cactus. Track ID: Running Back Demo by DJ Phoi This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery located at 6901 Orange Ave. Long Beach, CA 90805. Family owned,...

A follow up interview with Will of @whittierprick. Join us as we discuss growing cacti from seed, pottery, and all things plants. Track ID: Samples By DJ Phoi This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery located at 6901 Orange Ave. Long Beach, CA 90805. Family owned, family ran, since 2007. Mezcala carries everything from landscape plants, to house plants, to cactus and succulents. They also...