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If you're in the business of flowers, this show is for YOU.🌹 We invite floral professionals across the globe to share their knowledge and passion for flowers and business. Our mission is to inspire and help you be more successful. We love connecting growers to designers, spotting trends when they are just on the horizon and introducing floral professionals to new ideas. Since 1897, Florists' Review has served the global floral industry. We are thrilled to have this podcast medium to help exp ...
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Do doubt and self-criticism hold you back from answering your creative calling? Do you have a vision for what you want to bring to the world, but feel held back by the inner critic voice? If yes, I’m Perienne, an artist and art mentor. And In my mentoring work, I have discovered simple tools and strategies that help people unearth their creative gifts and the work they came here to do. I've learned that when we harness the power of the stories we hold, they can actually support us in releasi ...
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Guests: Valerie Christosimo, Black Girl Florist, Teresa Colucci, AIFD President and Amy Marella, The Hidden Garden- Women Flourishing in Floristry
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We invite you to a celebration of the women who've established deep roots in the floral industry. Today, we're joined by the trailblazing Valerie Christosimo of Black Girl Florist, Teresa Colucci, AIFD president and owner of Meadowscent, and Amy Marella, owner of The Hidden Garden, who share their personal transformations from other realms into the…
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In this episode I speak with Katie Vicary about her journey to finding the creative vocation that feels true to her soul’s calling. After doing many different jobs over the years, Katie has recently settled on developing her fine art practice. It was whilst in my Creativity Cafe online course (which has recently become a membership) that Katie real…
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Buckle up for an awe-inspiring journey into the world of floristry, local farming, and community support. We promise you'll find yourself entranced as we uncover the unique ways small farmers have adapted and thrived in these challenging times, while also fueling a revival in gardening. Join co-hosts Jules Lewis Gibson and Nita Robertson, AIFD, CFD…
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5. ‘Write, Speak, Rest’ Journeying to the Depths to Reclaim the Creative Fire, with Writer, Poet and Performer Sophie Leone.
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Today I’m speaking with writer, poet and performer Sophie Leone, about her journey from being a police officer for 15 years to the seismic shift in her work and what she does today. We speak about the intense initiation she went through directly after the birth of her second child which led to her haemorrhaging and ‘bleeding out’; and the transcend…
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Today's conversation with Andrea Mclean is poetic and rooted in the idea of art and creativity being a heartfelt journey. Some of the things covered in this episode are: -How linear time disappears when we are making creative work. Does it even exist?! -How a creative life can be full of ease, alongside the doubts and the necessary sense of the voi…
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Florist’ Review talks with Yvonne Ashton, Director of Marketing at Mayesh, and floral designer Canaan Marshall from Cannan Marshall Designs. Yvonne Ashton, a marketing whiz at Mayesh, unravels the family roots of this leading floral distributor, and Canann Marshall, a premier florist, shares his journey that started in a museum and slowly bloomed i…
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3. The Magical Power of Drawing to Evoke Memory, Imagination and Sense of Place: With Artist and Art Coach Sam Marshall.
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In this episode, I’m speaking with Sam Marshall. Sam shares with us her daily routine in the studio, the process of writing and publishing her book, dealing with criticism and the journey of acceptance that comes with this; reframing success in relation to a creative practice. - hint… it’s not about money… and many other gems. At the end of the epi…
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2. Poetry Writing as Storytelling, Art & Catharsis: with Poet & Medicine Woman Leandra Ashton
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Some of the things covered in this episode: - A creative practice as a way of navigating life, particularly when it’s challenging. - The vulnerability of putting creative work out into the world and dealing with criticism. - Leandra coming out as a poet on this podcast! She reads some of her powerful poems out loud for us. - Lessons in boundaries f…
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In this solo intro episode I introduce myself and the work that I do. Things I cover: - How I worked through my own ancestral trauma and how that affected my own creative work. - The themes in my paintings and drawings. - What I will be speaking about with my guests in episodes to come. - How I work with others to help them to alchemise their own s…
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Welcome to Art and Story, a podcast where we have conversations about creativity and healing. I'm Perienne Christian an artist and art mentor. Join me for solo shows and as well as conversations with guests, discussing their creative journeys and the life lessons that have helped them accept and say yes to the work their soul is calling them to. Su…
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Florist’ Review talks with the president of Alexandra Farms, Joey Azout, and Paulina Nieliwocki, owner of Blue Jasmine Floral Join us for an interesting conversation with two of the most talented and generous professionals in the floral industry. Alexandra Farms was started by Jose R. Azout in 2005 and is named after his daughter. A boutique grower…
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Welcome to the Florists' Review podcast community! If you're a professional florist or aspiring to be one, this podcast is your go-to resource for invaluable insights, expert tips, and inspiration to help you thrive in the floral industry. In this podcast, our co-hosts Jules Lewis Gibson and Nita Robertson, AIFD talk with experts in the floral indu…
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Typically people believe that January 1 is the start of the new year but join us as we discuss why Spring should be when you start your new year. Spring is the season of rebirth, Easter, flowers blooming, and warming the atmosphere. Spring seems a more logical time to start the new year. AJ blesses us with his knowledge and expertise on aligning wi…
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If loving you is wrong, I don't want to be right; if being right means being without you, I'd rather live a wrong doing life..... In this episode, we're talking about how we love our partner(s). How we feel about Valentine's Day and how we show our love language. We even discuss whether is it important to give the same energy to your man that he gi…
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In Today's episode, we are talking about Freedom. What does it mean to be emotionally, mentally, and physically free? Tune in and hear the thoughts of AJ and Ashton.
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In this episode, the fellas do a catch-up on what's going on in the news and around the community. AJ and Ashton are catching up on some of the major events that have been circulating the internet and CNN. Tune in and see some of the important topics they find interesting.
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In this episode, AJ talks about not following the commercialized thinking of New Year, New Me. Why are we making changes when the universe shows us that plants, animals, and the sun are still in hibernation mode during this time? Life is anew when things begin to grow, which so happens to be during the beginning of Spring. Could this be why it's ha…
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Boundaries are a necessity to articulate how people will treat you. You taught you about boundary setting and what their relationships look like today. How have boundaries benefitted your personal life interactions? Tune in for a deep conversation about healthy relationships and how we, as individuals who happen to be black transmen, learn what we …
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In this week’s episode join AJ and C.Yavonne has they discuss their perception of what Halloween means to them. They take a deeper dive on the definition of a Spell, the meaning of trick or treat and so much more. So sit back grab your Halloween candy and enjoy!
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What's it like going to family gatherings when you're queer. Many queer folks experience various feelings but one thing is for certain, no matter what life throws at us, it's our duty to show up authentically.
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Music has the power to bring about emotions we never knew we had. Music is the rhythm and harmony of our souls, so why wouldn't we talk about how music has influenced our lives over the years. Old school, New school, hip-hop, and R&B have all been significant influences on who we are today.
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This episode, we talk about style and fashion and many of our influences. AJ talks about how he got his style from his uncle, whose closet he used to play in before coming out.. get it? Coming out of the closet!! Okay, that was corny, but I thought it was funny. Also, get the scope on Ashton and how he learned how to dress from watching tv and maga…
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We all know the (I) in LGBTQ(I)A stands for "intersex." But what does "intersex" and "intersexuality" really mean specifically in the queer community? In this episode, we discuss what it's like being an intersex dominant woman in today's society with our special guest C. Yavonne. Tune in as she talks about her journey coming into herself and her mi…
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Topics about weight loss are triggering issues to many of us, but in this episode, we discuss our thoughts, tips, and techniques for staying on top of our health journey. As most know, when you start your transition, your body begins to redistribute where and how it holds onto fat cells. Not only does our metabolism rise, but where you store these …
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What is dating like for us? We talked about sex but do queer folk even date anymore? Well let us tell you about our experiences and how we like to be courted as 2 men
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Do you ever wonder what transmen think about when having sex? In this episode, we discuss many sexual topics centered around what's happening in between them sheets. Topics such as bedroom etiquette, touch me not women, and bottom growth. Wouldn't be right if we didn't talk about our bottom growth, right? Did you know some transmen even name the li…
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Did you know that over 5,000 transgender-identified individuals are been incarcerated (not to mention those who are too nervous to openly identify themselves), with the majority of them being people of color. Did you also know that majority of us have higher lifetime rates? In this episode, we speak openly about life behind bars and the medical ben…
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What is more important than family? MAny of us in the LGBTQIA+ community, if we have't already achieved it, want to have kids. When having kids, there are many discussions that must be had. Topics such as who is momma, mommy, daddy, papa, where did I come from, etc. One of the hardest topics that one may feel that must be had is at what age should …
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Find the balance of our masculinity and our femininity so that we do not allow toxic habits to occur. As transmen sometimes we find ourselves trying to prove that we are who we say we are. With that we begin fighting an uphill battle that we will always lose. Sit back, tune in, and lets get a better understanding of what toxic masculinity looks lik…
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We're back for another season of Trans Enlightenment. Catch up with your host AJ and your cohost Ashton as we set the tone for the next coming weeks of trans love, laughter, and encouragement. Tune and see what we have in store for you this season.
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You'll we did it. We came and conquered our fears of starting a podcast and I must say we showed up authentically every time. Season 2 will be better than Season 1 because we can only go up from here. Like fine wine, these two Black Trans Brothas only get better with time. Listen to what our goals and plans are for next season! Thank you all for an…
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It's the simple things that make taking care of yourself so important. This episode we talk about the ups and downs, ins and outs of our grooming techniques and habits. Many of our grooming habits changed once we started testosterone. Mainly due to the changes that come along with being a transman like.... Hair starts to grow in places that is has …
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On this episode of Trans Enlightenment we are discussing the importance of mental in our community. Tips and tools that we individually use to better ourselves when we are feeling overwhelmed. Sit back take notes because we are dropping major gems on how to keep it together during your transitioning phase.…
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No matter your religious or spiritual affiliation, many of us in the LGBTQ+ community has suffered and faced trauma surrounding our beliefs. This episode we talk about our religious past and new spiritual beginnings. Join the conversation, but first, let us pray 🙏 .
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We don't say coming out around here. We describe our trans journey as coming into ourselves. How did host and cohost AJ Evans and Ashton Marshall come into their trans enlighten journey. Listen to our back story as we go deep into being transmen in today's society. What was it like getting our first shot of testosterone? What was the process dealin…
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