Fareham Florist Pod

Fareham Florist

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New Episodes Every Two-weeks. Fareham Florist Pod is a behind-the-scenes look at life as an independent florist in the UK. Blending humour, heart, and unfiltered honesty, the show shares real stories from the shop floor. It’s a warm, character-driven podcast about small business life, community, and the unexpected drama hidden behind beautiful bouquets.

1d ago

Ep11: Supermarkets

This episode peels back the curtain on floristry, explaining why florist bouquets differ from supermarket bunches — from sourcing and conditioning to design, quality control, and the emotional care involved. The host, Sarah, shares stories, customer conversations, and practical insights, and invites listeners to appreciate and support local florists while offering contact and support resources. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Aug 5

Ep 10 - Come Back

Sarah from Fareham Florist Pod recounts a frantic morning of tightly timed deliveries, traffic delays and a customer who demanded an identical last-minute rewrite of a card minutes before delivery. The episode mixes humour and frustration, highlights the unseen logistics behind floristry, and finishes with a personal reflection on resilience and coping with bullying, plus where to find support. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Jul 22

Ep 9 - The Bucket

Sarah shares a hilarious and cringe-worthy tale of a scorching day at the shop when a plastic bucket gave way, sending her sprawling across a plant display and into the laughing gaze of three builders. Between the laughs and lost dignity she reflects on resilience, retail life, bullying, and the small lessons learned — stay hydrated, don’t sit on buckets, and reach out for support when you need it. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Jul 8

Ep 8 - The Cheeseplant

Host Sarah shares a candid episode about lifelong experiences with bullying and trolls, the toll on mental health, and the importance of reaching out for support. She then recounts a chaotic business day after testing positive for COVID — making a dream wedding, dealing with a lost driver, a blocked forecourt, a carriage of ruined vases caused by a fallen cheese plant — and the long, exhausting clean-up that followed. A short, honest look at the unseen struggles of running a small florist business, the resilience it builds, and the reminder that help and compassion are available. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Jun 24

Ep 7 - Boo

This episode opens with a personal reflection on bullying, resilience and available helplines, then moves into a tense, true story from Sarah’s life as a florist. While delivering tributes to a funeral director’s embalming room during building works and poor lighting, she experiences a terrifying prank from a colleague who staged movement on a gurney. The prank leaves her shaken but ultimately teaches her about fear, the power of the unknown, and finding light after darkness — with moments of humour, humility and practical advice for anyone affected by bullying or anxiety. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Jun 10

Ep 6 - Cheeky Request

Host Sarah of Fareham Florist recounts a morning when she rearranged her schedule to make an early bouquet for a customer who never arrived, then received blame instead of thanks. The episode mixes a specific shop story with broader reflections on respect, boundaries and the emotional toll of being taken for granted. Sarah also touches on resilience in the face of trolls and bullying, the importance of self-care and seeking support, and encourages simple courtesy and communication that make a big difference for small business owners. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
May 27

Ep 5 - Ants!

Host Sarah of Fareham Florist Pod shares candid stories of bullying, resilience, and the gritty realities of traditional floristry — from wiring hundreds of blooms to wrestling moss, blunt pins, and red ants. This episode blends nostalgic trade tips (ribboning, mossing, wiring) with personal reflections on perseverance, community, and how those early hardships shaped a stubborn, creative florist. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
May 13

Ep 4 - Coffin Chasers

In this episode Sarah recounts a tense day when a scheduling error sent her and her driver racing against time to deliver funeral tributes, earning them the tongue-in-cheek nickname "coffin chasers." She narrates the fast-paced route, quick thinking and teamwork that ensured the flowers arrived just in time. The story highlights the unseen pressures of floristry — logistics, responsibility and calm under pressure — while offering a candid glimpse into life as a small business owner and how listeners can support the podcast. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Apr 29

Ep 3 - British Summer Time

Host Sarah, co-owner of a small independent florist on the south coast, shares a funny yet revealing Monday when eleven voicemails from one customer escalated into anger — all because of the end of daylight saving time — and how a calm response turned the storm into a simple apology. Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Apr 15

Ep 2 - Pod Casting

Routes run deep, the petals show, fareham florist pod, hear the stories grow. Hosted by Sarah on a dark, wet Tuesday morning, this episode explains how a surprise listener and a lost manuscript led her to turn real floristry memories into a podcast. She shares why she adapted a nearly finished book into episodes — from hilarious and heart breaking shop tales to terrifying moments — and how she rebuilt her writings after a cloud-storage mishap. If you enjoy the show, you can support her at www.buymeacoffee.com/ferronfloristpod, find her cameo on My Haunted Hotel - the episode shared on Friday 23rd January 2026 (see the 11-minute mark), and contact queries@farehamfloristpod.co.uk with stories or questions. It's also Sarah's birthday today so how about giving her a little lift and share this with as many people as you possibly can! Samaritans 116 123 Shout Text 85258 National Bullying Helpline 0300 323 0169 Domestic Abuse Helpline 0800 2000 247 Mind 0300 123 3393 Music featured throughout this episode was generated under license v5.5 using the Suno app. The lyrics for the introduction and closing segments were written by Sarah, the podcast creator. Additional sound effects used in this episode were sourced from Pixabay.com, a platform providing free-to-use media for creative projects. Episode images (apologies Brennan Storr - I’m no artist and nobody would draw them for free) were created using ChatGPT. We gratefully acknowledge these tools and resources, which help support the production of this podcast.
Apr 1

Ep 1 - Petals & Pandemonium: A Day in a Florist’s Life

Hello, I’m Sarah — florist, storyteller and small business owner. In this episode I walk you through a typical (and not-so-typical) day in my flower shop: early alarms, conditioning blooms, taking photos of every order, and juggling customers, deliveries and unexpected dramas. Hear amusing and heartfelt customer stories, the pressure of busy days like Valentine’s, practical flower-care tips, and how running a small floral business is equal parts creativity, logistics and emotion. Stay tuned for ways to support the podcast and how to contact me with questions or your own florist stories.

11 Episodes

New Episodes Every Two-weeks. Fareham Florist Pod is a behind-the-scenes look at life as an independent florist in the UK. Blending humour, heart, and unfiltered honesty, the show shares real stories from the shop floor. It’s a warm, character-driven podcast about small business life, community, and the unexpected drama hidden behind beautiful bouquets.

Creator

Fareham Florist
Years Active

2026
Episodes

11
Rating

Clean
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