Flower Power Podcast

Lisa Waters
  • 5.0 (19)
  • Home & Garden
  • Updated Bimonthly

In this podast you can expect to learn gardening tips and hear stories from gardeners, florists and flower farmers at all levels from all around the world. I hope this show will leave you feeling inspired to get your hands in the dirt and try to grow a beautiful garden of your own. 

  1. 5d ago

    Doctor to Designer with Shilpa Reddy

    In this episode I talk with Shilpa Reddy, an established floral designer in the UK who founded the London School of Floristry!  Shilpa shares her best tips for using social media, her favorite vessel and mechanics and how she loves using fruits and veggies in a tablescape. Shilpa is a teacher by heart and has an eye for design and details. Follow her for more floral inspo and tips at Shilpa Reddy Flowers. See you at the Chelsea Flower Show, Shilpa!    Support the show

    Doctor to Designer with Shilpa Reddy

  2. Mar 21

    Pursuing a Calling in Flowers with Jen Lagedrost Cavender of Nectar & Bloom

    In this podcast I speak with Jen Cavender, owner of Nectar & Bloom. Jen is a floral artist and floral educator based in San Diego. In this episode Jen shares with us her journey as an artist and some great design tips. We do a floral tarot reading and talk about why she created her book Tarot of Flowers. Follow Jen on social media and be sure to purchase your own copy of Tarot of Flowers for you and your most flower-loving friends! Jen is also the host of Called to Bloom so check it out for some inspiration and self-love practices. Jen's Called to Bloom Podcast Check out Jen's Tarot of Flowers book and card deck Nectar & Bloom website https://www.nectarandbloomfloral.com/  Support the show

    Pursuing a Calling in Flowers with Jen Lagedrost Cavender of Nectar & Bloom

  3. 11/29/2025

    Flower Castles with Joshua Bishop

    Joshua David Bishop, of Nature Boy & Co, in L.A. tells us of his journey in the floristry industry and how he first got the idea to build flower castles in the sand. Be sure to check out his page on Instagram and tag him the next time you go to the beach to build a flower sandcastle of your own. He wants to start a movement, after all!  And if you are a celebrity - have him do your proposal or wedding!  Instagram: @natureboyandco Support the show

    Flower Castles with Joshua Bishop

  4. 10/20/2025

    Microgreens & Urban Farming with Area 2 Farms

    On this episode I talk to Oren Falkowitz, founder of Area 2 Farms, an urban farm with a mission to get healthy, fresh food to the surrounding communities. We talk about how he runs Area 2 Farms farm, the benefits of urban farming and his plans for the future. Really excited to spread his message. Visit their website or email hello@area2farms.com to get in touch with Oren and his super team of local growers and agents of change. Support the show

    Microgreens & Urban Farming with Area 2 Farms

  5. 08/06/2025

    Designing "Big Time" with Laura Dowling, former White House florist

    Laura Dowling served as the White House Chief Floral Designer from 2009-2015 during the Obama administration. In this episode she shares her favorite White House projects and tips for holiday decor.  I loved hearing about her experience interviewing for the job at the White House. Inspiring and honest, I loved every minute of this conversation!  Laura's latest book, Designing Christmas, will be out this fall and I can't wait to order it. Support the show

    Designing "Big Time" with Laura Dowling, former White House florist

  6. 05/01/2025

    My Garden, My First Mindfulness Mentor with Martha Brettschneider

    Martha Brettschneider is an experienced gardener, nature photographer, a positive intelligence mental fitness coach and a mindfulness teacher. In this conversation she talks about the role gardening has played in her life and how this relationship has evolved over the years. Martha is the author of Blooming into Mindfulness - How the Universe Used a Garden, Cancer and Carpools to Teach Me that Calm is the New Happy. I loved every moment of this conversation and can't wait to be present again in my garden as soon as I can get out there. Bio Martha Brettschneider is a certified PQ® Mental Fitness Coach, mindfulness teacher, and author dedicated to helping individuals transform stress into strength and embrace their evolving potential. A former international economist, she guides clients to cultivate resilience, clarity, and purpose through the power of presence and daily mental fitness. Her business, Damselwings, LLC, also includes a visual mindfulness arm—creating nature-inspired wall art that brings grounding energy into homes, offices, and wellness spaces. Whether through coaching, teaching, or photography, Martha empowers others to reconnect with their inner wisdom and lead from a place of trust, calm, and authentic strength. Her book Blooming Into Mindfulness: How the Universe Used a Garden, Cancer, and Carpools to Teach Me That Calm Is the New Happy chronicles her journey, including the central role that her garden played.  Sign up for Martha’s mailing list and receive a free meditation download here: https://damselwings.com/meditation-optin/ Websites : https://damselwings.com/  and https://www.damselwingsphotography.com/ Upcoming Programs 30-Day Mindfulness Meditation Challenge Starting May 5 LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE Sage Photography Retreat May 17-18 in Blueridge Mountains, Woodville, VA LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE Deeper work of tending to our inner garden and strengthening our root systems through Positive Intelligence Mental Fitness coaching SCHEDULE A DISCOVERY CALL WITH MARTHA HERE Email: martha@damselwings.com Book link: https://www.amazon.com/Blooming-into-Mindfulness-Universe-Carpools/dp/0996935223 Follow Martha on Instagram @marthabrett and @the_sage_photography_project Support the show

    My Garden, My First Mindfulness Mentor with Martha Brettschneider

  7. 03/17/2025

    Petals to the Metal - Interview with Oscar Andrade

    I learned so much about owning a successful floral design business from Oscar Andrade of Petals to the Metal. After 8 years owning this business and growing up working in his aunt's flower shop in Miami, Oscar has floristry in his blood.  During our conversation Oscar gives some great advice to new and experienced floral designers. He also describes working with wire service providers and explains how he sources most of his flowers. Be sure to follow Oscar on social media and reach out if you need a mentor or want to partner up with him! Instagram- @petalstothemetalfloristdc Website: www.districtpetals.com Support the show

    Petals to the Metal - Interview with Oscar Andrade

  8. 01/26/2025

    Following a Childhood Dream at Renzinnia Farm

    In this episode I interviewed Sangeeta Sarkar of Renzinnia Farms. We talked about succession planting, money saving tips, sunflower varieties and the benefits of working in the soil.  Sangeeta has wanted to own a farm since her childhood and in 2020 purchased a beautiful 22-acre property about 30 minutes from her home. Enjoy this conversation and all the lessons Sangeeta has for you. Follow them on Instagram: @renzinnia_farms Support the show

    Following a Childhood Dream at Renzinnia Farm
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In this podast you can expect to learn gardening tips and hear stories from gardeners, florists and flower farmers at all levels from all around the world. I hope this show will leave you feeling inspired to get your hands in the dirt and try to grow a beautiful garden of your own. 

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  • Creator
    Lisa Waters
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Flower Power Podcast
  • Show Website
    Flower Power Podcast