Explore every episode of the podcast Behind the Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole
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| Episode 2 - Companion Podcast to Episode 101 - Life in Bloom - The Pilot! | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:43:06 | |
This week on Behind The Bloom Podcast, Iām taking you all the way back to the very beginning ā Life In Bloom Episode 101. Weāll revisit where it all started: the inspiration, the creation, and the mission behind the show. What does it really mean to live a Life In Bloom?Ā Iāll share some behind-the-scenes stories from that very first day of filming. How we pulled the crew together, found the perfect location, and how my producer Kel and I collaborated to bring the vision to life. Weāll also revisit single flower arrangements. Iāll tell you why I wanted that to be the very first flower project we featured on the show. Then itās on to the Featured Flower ā the Gerbera Daisy! Iāll explain why this bright, cheerful bloom was the perfect way to kick things off, the beautiful variety of colors it comes in, and some of the symbolism behind those vibrant petals. Next weāll shake things up with Flower Cocktail Hour ā Iāll tell you how the Hibiscus Mojito became our first signature drink, and Iāll even let you in on where I find all those fabulous vintage glasses we use.Ā Weāll also talk about the Recipes in Bloom segment with my very first Life in Bloom guest, Kim Carson. Iāll share a story from the very first flower crown segment. Thereās a lot packed into this episode ā I canāt wait to share it with you, letās go Behind The Bloom! Links featured in this Podcast:Ā J Schwankeās Life in Bloom - Episode #101 - The Life in Bloom Pilot Hibiscus Mojito Recipe https://www.ubloom.com/blog/2016/10/13/hibiscus-mojito-recipe?rq=Hibiscus%20Mojito Mango Avocado Salad Recipe Dramm Color Point Tools - Compact Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At Jās Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to Jās Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase Jās Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store Jās Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 1 - Where to Get Flowers- and Make them Last Longer! | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:36:39 | |
This week on Behind The Bloom Podcastā¦Iām excited to share a little more about my flower world with all of you. Iāll be talking about how I first fell in love with flowers, the inspiration behind my show Life In Bloom, as well as break down what you can expect on our podcast.Ā Iāll also be diving into my books, Bloom 365 and Fun With Flowers. In fact, Iāll share one of my favorite tips straight from Bloom 365āTip 21: Grab a Bucket. Trust me, youāll definitely want to have one handy after this episode! RJ and I also talk about what he loves most about Life In Bloom, and together weāll explore creative ways to discover flowers beyond your own backyardālike visiting a local farmers market or connecting with a flower farmer nearby. Ok, letās get into the episode and go Behind The Bloom! Links featured in this Podcast:Ā Flower Research Studies - ubloom.com/ResearchĀ Bob Ross Episode with J -Ā ubloom.vhx.tv/videos/episode-702-painting-and-flowers Donate to theĀ Life in Bloom Foundation - thelifeinbloomfoundation.org THANK YOU! The Life in Bloom Episode Archive- ubloom.com/LifeinBloomĀ Fun with Flowers & J Book- ubloom.com/store/p/fun-with-flowers-and-j-book Bloom 365 Book- ubloom.com/store/p/bloom-365-book Chrysal Professional 3 Solution - chrysalflowerfood.com/product/chrysal-professional-3-vase-solution Idlewild Flower Farm- idlewildfarm.com Podcast Edited by: Sam Schickel Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At Jās Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to Jās Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase Jās Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store Jās Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Introducing: Behind The Bloom Podcast! | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:02:18 | |
Here is a teaser for the upcoming podcast: Behind The Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole!Ā Join J Schwanke and RJ Pole as they dig deeper into J Schwankeās Life in Bloomāthe beloved PBS and Create TV show all about flowers. J, a 4th-generation florist (literally born at a flower convention!), is a natural storyteller who shares his lifelong passion for flowers. Together, he and longtime fan RJ take you behind the scenes of each Life in Bloom episodeāexploring flowers, farms, guests, recipes, cocktails, crafts, and more. Along the way, youāll hear Jās personal flower stories plus his favorite tips, tricks, and techniques for arranging flowers, making them last longer, and adding wellness and joy to your life. Get ready to go behind the bloom and enjoy the flower power with J and RJ on Behind the Bloom Podcast! Why Listen?
Hit Subscribe- and letās Start Growing Your very own LIFE IN BLOOM- with J & RJ! Watch Every Episode of āJ Schwankeās Life in Bloomā anytime at the following: Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At Jās Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to Jās Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase Jās Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store Jās Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||
| Episode 3 - J's Favorite Tip - Cold Water! | 08 Sep 2025 | 00:32:52 | |
This week weāre tackling one of the most common questions I get asked: Weāll dig into one of my favorite tips ā Cold Water!Ā Weāre also answering some great questions like whether you should cut flowers underwater, and what tool is best for cutting stems.Ā Iāll throw in bonus tips from Bloom 365 just to give your flowers a better chance to thrive. Plus, weāll chat a bit about Chrysal ā the flower care company Iāve partnered with for years ā and my own background in flower care science.Ā If you want even more guidance, be sure to check out my books Links Included in this episode: Learn More About Flowers and Access all LIFE IN BLOOM Episodes At Jās Website www.uBloom.com Full Access to over 1800 How to Arrange Flower Videos - $7.99 a month uBloom.com/Join View any Life in Bloom Episode uBloom.com/LifeinBloom Watch Life in Bloom on PBS.org or PBS Passport or CreateTV.com Subscribe to Jās Blog uBloom.com/blog Purchase Jās Award Winning Books, Flower Care Cards and Music CD uBloom.com/store Jās Favorite Flower Food Products ChrysalFlowerFood.com Chrysal Professional 3, CVBn Tablets, Chrysal Glory, Leaf Shine, Orchid Food and More J and Life in Bloom On Social | |||