Stories Told Through You - The Flower Letters Podcast

Kelly and Robb Hatch and Debbie and Clay Wood have experienced the touch of angels in their lives. This week, we had the amazing opportunity to hear their story. In 2012, Kelly and Robb survived a plane crash. Debbie and Clay were among the first responders at the scene. They shared with us their experiences during the accident, recovering from serious injuries, and developing a wonderful friendsh...

Michael and Hannie were joined by Kim Clonch this week, a woman whose story tugged our heartstrings. Learning about her life took us through war, animal rescue, and battles with illness. Her strength and perseverance, coupled with an incredible attitude, are truly awe-inspiring. Join us to learn about love letters at war, the effect one person can have when they follow their passions, and how to s...

In the words of Hannie, this is “one of my most favorite stories I’ve ever heard”. We’re joined this week by a family that came from an incredible start. Christi and Ed met each other across the world–through letters, while Ed was serving in the Navy during Desert Storm. Their daughter, Molly, brought their story to us, and we were fortunate to have the opportunity to unfold their love story with...

Our guest this week, Karen Stanaland, taught us a lot about becoming who you are. In her life so far, she’s experienced and accomplished so much. She’s published books, run businesses, completed degrees, sung arias, played concertos, overcome heartbreak, and left an impact on countless lives. After all this, she found her calling as an inspirational art teacher. Join us as we learn from her how to...

Have you ever considered how much your personal history matters? Our guest this week, Kate Zirkle, runs a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the personal histories of everyday people–diaries. It’s called The American Diary Project, and we think its mission is worth supporting. Join us to learn about how Kate got started with such a unique project, some of the stories she’s gathered, and how everyon...

Our youngest guest yet, Makenzie Monson, is a testament to the power of hope during trials. Michael and Hannie got a lot of time to listen as she shared her story this week. In her junior year of high school, Makenzie’s life was changed in an instant by a traumatic brain injury at a dance practice. Over the following months, her symptoms multiplied, turning what she thought would be a short recove...

This week, we dive into Gilded Age history with Cassandra Van Cott and Kate Botelho Sibya of the Preservation Society of Newport County.  Over the past year, Michael and Hannie have created a story centered around the Newport Mansions, The Camellia Grace Letters. Join us as we dive into the history behind the story, how this collaboration came to be, and explore the mansions with people who have s...

This week, we’re taking a look at our newest story, The Camellia Grace Letters. Camellia Grace is a Gilded Age story we made in connection with The Newport Mansions. Hannie and Michael share how this collaboration came to be, insights into the story, and what makes this story launch so special. Tune in to get the inside scoop on our latest release! For more information about The Newport Mansions,...

Our Behind The Story episodes will explore the creative journey behind Hannie’s stories. Join us this week for inside insights about The Audrey Rose Letters, the first story we released! Michael & Hannie explore why they chose WW2 as the time period, and answer questions surrounding the making of the story. For those of you who haven’t read The Audrey Rose Letters, here’s the synopsis: “Audrey...

Hannie and Michael chatted with Mary Cafazzo this week, and her story feels like something straight out of a movie. At age 16, she met her husband at a summer camp in Connecticut. Though he went back to England, their relationship blossomed through countless letters sent across an ocean, phone calls at the holidays, and the occasional transatlantic trip. After going their separate ways for a numbe...

This week, Michael and Hannie are joined by a foundational member of The Flower Letters team, Angela Ahn. Angela’s story takes us around the world and through a rollercoaster of emotions. She lays out the roadmap of her life, beginning at her birth in Hawaii. We learn about her upbringing in California, her journeys around the country to almost every major city, and how she came to where she is no...

Hannie and Michael welcome Shawnee and Palmer, the creative minds behind Letters From Afar! Their innovative company brings adventure to life through hand-drawn letters from fictional explorer Isabelle, as she shares her discoveries from destinations across the globe. Tune in to discover their inspiring journey from small-town roots to building a creative venture that takes them around the world!

Join Hannie and Michael as they share their personal stories–where they’re from, how they met, and how The Flower Letters came to life. Tune in for their honest thoughts on storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the importance of connection!

Hannie and Michael give a warm welcome to the podcast and give their "why" for starting the show.