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The Fresh Bunch

Jet Fresh Flowers
Jet Fresh Flowers
Floral Industry
Flower Industry
Tariffs
AIFD
Arlington National Cemetery
Fresh Fest
Valentine's Day
Jet Fresh Growers
Bloom & Plume
Miami
Memorial Day Flowers Foundation
Freshfest
Mother's Day
Mergers and Acquisitions
Florsani
PFCI
WFFSA
The Fresh Bunch
Petal It Forward

The Fresh Bunch (formerly '2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers') is your all-access pass into the wild and wonderful world of flowers. Hosted by Michael Black, Mimi Pacheco, Ryan Black, and producer, Joel, keeping us sounding fresh—we bring you unfiltered conversations about the good, the bad, and the ugly of the floral industry’s trends, challenges, and characters. From flower fails to petal-powered succe... more

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This week on The Fresh Bunch, longtime BFF of the show, Ogbana "The Hip Hop Florist" Coates, joins us for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, culture, flowers, and community.

Ogbana shares his journey from working in ... more

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It's World Cup week, and we're bringing the excitement from the pitch to the flower cooler!

Join Coach Mike (on his birthday, no less!) as he welcomes two passionate fútbol fans for the ultimate World Cup of Flowers showdown. We're... more

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This week on The Fresh Bunch, we're exploring the powerful topic of Legacy.

In light of the recent loss felt throughout the floral industry & Ortega family, we invited several friends and industry leaders to share their perspective... more

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This week’s episode of The Fresh Bunch is a very special tribute to one of our original hosts and a beloved part of the Jet Fresh Flowers family, Fern “The Fern Show” Ortega.

Known for his unforgettable intros, contagious laugh, in... more

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Recent Guests

Willie Armellini
Member of a long-standing flower family with a legacy in the industry
Armellini family / Armellini Logistics
Episode: Ep. 219 - Let's Talk Legacy
Cam (Cam)
Guest contributing personal stories and leadership perspectives
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Episode: Ep. 219 - Let's Talk Legacy
Amy McCord
Author of Blooms Everyday, A Modern Guide to Flower Arranging
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Episode: Ep. 217 - Blooms Everyday with Flower Moxie & Petal Icon: Amy McCord
Pedro Cruz
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Episode: Ep. 216 - Mother’s Day Mayhem & Fresh Bunch Fun
Nin Fadias
Owner, Twiggies
Twiggies
Episode: Ep. 216 - Mother’s Day Mayhem & Fresh Bunch Fun
Junior Black
Son of Michael Black
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Episode: Ep. 216 - Mother’s Day Mayhem & Fresh Bunch Fun
Jimmy the Tulip
World-renowned tulip enthusiast appearing as a guest on the episode
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Episode: Ep. 215 - From DC to Doral: Policy, Presentations, and Motivational Monologues
Jessica Rauls
Curator of Gather Flower Studio
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Episode: Ep. 214 - Gathering Wisdom with Jessica Rauls of Gather Flower Studio
Rebecca Merritt
Founder and CEO of Beyond Merritt
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Episode: Ep. 213 - Serving Up Style: Rebecca Merritt, The Racquet Queen of Events

Hosts

Michael Black
Host; guiding discussions with the team and guests; central to show's flow and branding
Mimi Pacheco
Host; co-host; fosters community and guest interactions
Ryan Black
Host; producer and on-air team member
Joel Serrano
Producer; part of the team; sometimes listed with varied roles

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • man

    they just dont let the woman talk ??? stop interupting omg

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    gabisqra
    Brazil2 years ago
  • The freshest podcast in the land!

    Absolutely love listening to the Jet Fresh Family every Friday on my way into work. They are so relevant to what is going on in the floral industry. Mike was brought up in the industry at the ny flower market and now heads up jet fresh flowers in Miami. They have guests pretty much every episode from whatever segment in the industry and just talk and banter. It’s a large industry, but small all the same time. These guys are real deal. You’ll hear stories about the beginnings of some of the lege... more

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    5
    CT4thgenflora
    United States3 years ago
  • Come a long way

    Fernando you found your fit!! So proud of you and your journey. This podcast is awesome! To both you and Mike thank you for keeping our industry alive and cheerful!!!

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    RioSue
    United States4 years ago
  • Fresh to Deaf

    This podcast has been a freaking gold mind!!! Like a crash MBA course in the floral industry. I still work part-time at Costco in Charlotte, NC area so I’ve been able to watch as Sunshine took over our floral Merch. And yes a few retail florist come in and buy 2-3 times a week. But I really think there is untapped niche market sitting between traditional wholesalers and super markets. Love those pink green sprays.

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    akatitojackson
    United States4 years ago
  • Fresh to Deaf

    Great first episode! Great information and entertainment. I pray I can get back to my feet and get these Hippies pumping soon. When Celine, along with the farm, helped me create looks for Juneteenth, Kwanzaa, and college sororities I had so many people excited because others wouldn’t give us a shot. Cultures that love to celebrate love the JetFresh Hippies.

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    akatitojackson
    United States5 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The banter and camaraderie feel authentic and engaging, though some listeners note occasional interruptions during conversations.
Guests often bring valuable expertise from grows, associations, and marketing, resonating with professionals in the floral space.
The show is viewed as a practical, entertaining resource for industry trends and operational tips.
Listeners appreciate the real-world industry insights and behind-the-scenes stories.

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Ep. 208 - Capitalism Doesn’t Care About Your Creativity — Maurice Harris Does
Q: What advice would you give to new florists trying to monetize artistry?
The advice centers on knowing your worth, valuing production knowledge, learning to communicate pricing, and building relationships with trusted suppliers to deliver high-impact work while ensuring financial sustainability.
Ep. 208 - Capitalism Doesn’t Care About Your Creativity — Maurice Harris Does
Q: How do you balance artistry with production and cost when planning a large installation?
He explains moving from a vendor mindset to an artist mindset, prioritizing how to maximize impact and movement in arrangements while being honest about costs and production constraints, and choosing projects where the budget aligns with ambitious visuals.
Ep. 208 - Capitalism Doesn’t Care About Your Creativity — Maurice Harris Does
Q: What first drew you to flowers and window display?
Maurice talks about growing up around aesthetic influences, starting with family, photography, and fashion, and gradually moving into flower styling through display work at major retailers, which sparked his love for practical design that also tells a story.
Ep. 217 - Blooms Everyday with Flower Moxie & Petal Icon: Amy McCord
Q: What makes Petal Icon different from Flower Moxie?
Petal Icon is a more elevated, branded experience with kit boxes and a box-around learning approach aimed at groups and corporate settings, while Flower Moxie remains more about individual learning and accessible floristry.
Ep. 217 - Blooms Everyday with Flower Moxie & Petal Icon: Amy McCord
Q: How did you become involved with the book project?
Amy explains she was contacted by Cuarto Publishing two years ago after the publishers found her teaching style online and recognized a need for an approachable guide that still feels aspirational.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fresh Bunch

What is The Fresh Bunch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, personality-forward show that blends industry banter with deep-dive conversations from floristry, wholesale, marketing, and events. Across episodes, listeners get behind-the-scenes workflows from a busy floral wholesale operation, stories about branding and education, and practical insights into supply chains, seasonal peaks, and trade shows. The host group leans into humor and real-world experiences, often featuring guests who are leaders, educators, or notable practitioners shaping the modern floral world. A notable strength is its community feel—the hosts' camaraderie and willingness to spotlight partners and industry initiatives make it feel like a friendly, insider briefing with actionable takeaways for professionals and ... more

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4. Pedro Cruz
5. Nin Fadias
6. Junior Black
7. Jimmy the Tulip
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