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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...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we are joined by our fabulous friend, Dr. Reverend Rob Gooljar.  Gooljar is the face and hair behind IRIS Blossom, a luxury retail and event florist serving clients in Charlotte, North Carolina, the greater South Florida area, and globally through travel.  Listen in as we discuss Rob's backstory, his heritage, his path to a PhD i...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to tune in for a good time on this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers ! We’re channeling our excitement as we sit down with the one and only J Schwanke, AAF, AIFD, CFD, PFCI—the creative mastermind behind J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom . J's hit show airs nationwide on public television, bringing floral magic into over 415 markets across the USA. With six seas...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're thrilled to chat with the one and only Donald Yim! From his humble beginnings as a delivery truck driver in his sister's flower shop in Hong Kong to becoming an award-winning designer and educator, Donald shares his incredible journey. With over 35 years of experience, Donald’s story is packed with inspiration, optimism, and practical tips like the...

Send us Fan Mail Ep. 136 - Expo Flor Ecuador 2024 - Live From Quito with Jet Fresh GrowersThis week's episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers takes listeners on an international trip to ExpoFlores Flor Ecuador, where the Jet Fresh Flower Growers team has unveiled a groundbreaking product for the North American floral market. The introduction of VIP Choco and Wax Roses, now cultivated at Jet Fre...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we’re thrilled to welcome Paige Kennicott Jaques of Kennicott Kuts! Join us as Paige takes us on a journey back to 1836, sharing her family’s rich history in the floral industry from the horse and buggy days to today. As an 8th generation floral professional, she reflects on her childhood spent on the farm and in the wholesale...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers episode ,  we chat with the enchanting Talia Craig of Petunia’s Floral! Talia shares her unique journey from a successful hairstylist to a floral specialist after a life-changing accident. After a little binge-watching of Bob Ross during Covid she swapped her hair scissors for floral wire and began her floral journey.  Talia found a great...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we're chatting about the importance of community with special guest Valerie Crisostomo, the founder of Black Girl Florist. Valerie takes us on her professional journey from event management to her growing world of flowers, where she discovered her passion for designing  and created a much-needed community. Despite the challenges, she t...

Send us Fan Mail Fatties bring out your cheer gear and get ready for an uplifting episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers ! With Fern and Ryan out, Mike has brought in a special guest, Rodi Groot, a powerhouse in the floral world. Rodi, a second-generation Dutch floral expert, shares the fascinating journey of how he and his team launched their new floral company, Groot in Flowers. From his roots in...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a special episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers as we hand the mics over to a dynamic group of rising floral Next Gen’s. With Mike and Fern taking a break, a powerhouse lineup of floral friends from across the United States steps in to save the day. From discussing puzzles and essential tech tools to exploring Gen Z lingo and the exciting upcoming Next Gen live events,...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in this momentous episode as we welcome a true trailblazer in the world of flowers, Caroline Marshall-Foster. Broadcasting all the way from the UK, Caroline is a 3rd generation floral professional who has woven her rich family heritage into the pages of modern floral history books. As the head honcho of Florist Magazine , Purple Spotted Media , and the Good Florist Guide ,...

Send us Fan Mail This week on 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers , we’re thrilled to have the sensational Alexander Campbell—social media’s floral maestro with a whopping 1.3 million followers! Alexander’s journey is as colorful as his creations, from arranging blooms with his mum and Grandma Queenie to studying floral design in London and sprinkling magic in Madrid. Find out how his TikTok flower mash-up...

Send us Fan Mail Fore! In this week’s Two Fat Guys Talking Flowers episode, we’re swinging into action with a special live recording from the 2nd Annual Blooms + Birdies Golf Tournament at Normandy Shores Country Club! The event was a hole-in-one, bringing together industry pros for a day of fun, flowers, and philanthropy—all in support of the Society of American Florists' (SAF) Advocacy effo...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers, we are a "Fatty down" missing Fernando but Mike, Mimi, Ryan, and Joel brought in a knowledgeable special guest, Carmen Marquez Campbell of Ball Horticulture to keep up the energy.  You may have met Carmen at one of the very many trade shows and fairs around the world, and you've definitely seen her company&a...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a laugh and a good time on this week's episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers! Our special guest is none other than Dennis Wheeler, the national sales manager for Chrysal USA. Join us as we hear all about Dennis's journey from the nursery to navigating the interview processes of the flower industry. With 30 years of experience in post-harvest sales, Dennis s...

Send us Fan Mail Step right up, Ladies and Gentlemen! You won’t want to miss this week’s episode of 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers . True to our catchphrase, we deliver the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. We kick things off with the exciting news that Connor Black, son #5, has officially joined the Jet Fresh Family. We welcome Connor onto the podcast, and with just a few days under his belt in the Cash &...