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The Fresh Bunch

The Fresh Bunch

By: Jet Fresh Flowers
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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 success stories, each episode blends laughs, insights, and special guests from all corners of the flower world. It’s part podcast, part therapy, and all fresh—welcome to The Fresh Bunch - a Jet Fresh Flowers podcast.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 222 - Growing Organically: Family, Gratitude & Big Dreams with Karl
    Jun 26 2026

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    This week on The Fresh Bunch, we're joined by our cousin from Canada, Karl of Greenpark Nursery. A grower by heart and a businessman by necessity, Karl shares the values that have shaped his family business: attention to detail, an unwavering commitment to quality, and the philosophy that if you wouldn't want to see it in a wedding bouquet, it shouldn't leave the farm.

    Known for its premium-cut ornamental branches and foliage, Greenpark Nursery has always focused on doing things the right way rather than the easy way. Karl gives us a look into his family's long-time dream—a new farm project set to begin production in 2029/2030—and discusses the challenges and rewards of building a business organically.

    Karl flips the questions to Mike and his decision to invest in a farm in Ecuador and the lessons learned along the way. The episode is filled with reflections on gratitude, family, and staying rooted in what matters most.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Ep. 221 - The OG Hip Hop Florist; Ogbanna Coates on Culture & Creativity
    Jun 19 2026

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

    Ogbanna shares his journey from working in mass-market during COVID to recognizing the power and necessity of flowers in people's lives. Fueled by creativity, music, and a vision of Hippy Psychedelic Roses, he has built a unique path in the floral industry. We also celebrate an exciting new chapter as he opens his creative shared workspace, today on Juneteenth.

    We discuss the influence of music on his entrepreneurial journey, creating opportunities for others, and why flowers truly are for everybody. Ogbanna also shares his Father's Day flower pick fit for a king—the mighty King Protea.

    Plus, in a fun twist, Ogbanna turns the microphone around and interviews us for a change! Joining the conversation is our very own Rose Expert, Celine, while Mimi even breaks into song along the way.

    As we celebrate Juneteenth, we reflect on its history and the power it holds to bring people together through understanding, culture, and community. And of course, it wouldn't be a Fresh Bunch episode without a little food talk.

    Don't miss this heartfelt, uplifting, and entertaining conversation with our dear friend, Ogbanna Coates.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Ep. 220 - World Cup of Flowers: Predictions & Petals
    Jun 12 2026

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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 assigning floral positions, building dream lineups, making bold predictions, and debating which blooms deserve a spot on the starting roster.
    The featured players are Majo Flores from Jet Fresh Growers and JD from Deliflor—broadcasting from the Netherlands while proudly repping Colombia—this episode is packed with flower talk, fútbol passion, panini card trading and plenty of laughs.

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    48 mins
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