Behind the Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole
Join J Schwanke and RJ Pole as they dig deeper into J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom—the 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 episode—exploring flowers, farms, guests, recipes, cocktails, crafts, and more.
Along the way, you’ll hear J’s 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?
- Perfect for anyone who loves flowers
- Learn J’s secrets for longer-lasting blooms
- Hear fun, true stories from J’s flower-filled life
- Go behind every Life in Bloom episode
- Pick up expert arranging tips and techniques
Hit Subscribe- and let’s Start Growing Your very own LIFE IN BLOOM- with J & RJ!
Watch Every Episode of “J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom” anytime at the following:
Streaming on the FREE PBS App- or www.PBS.org
J’s Website- uBloom.com/LifeInBloom
Find local PBS/Create TV Schedules- uBloom.com/Find
Behind the Bloom with J Schwanke and RJ Pole
Latest Episodes
Episode 53 - 1 Year Podcast Anniversary- Behind the Bloom with J and RJ
What is Life in Bloom - How it works- and what it does... Well- it’s been a entire YEAR of Weekly Podcasts- with RJ and Me… We’ve successfully created Behind the Bloom Podcast- FOR YOU- all about Flowers- and we’re ready to start o...
Episode 52 - Companion to Episode #310 - Water Nature’s Life Force
Water is the Most Essential Ingredient when it comes to Flowers- Without Water Flowers die… it’s that simple… today’s Behind the Bloom Podcast is a companion to Episode #310- Water Nature’s Life...
Episode 51 - Companion to Episode #309 Mum's the Word - J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
On Behind the Bloom Podcast - RJ and I are talking about one of my Favorite Flowers - the Chrysanthemum - and a legacy in my Flower Family! I make an arrangement inspired by a Painting my Great Grandfather commissioned for my Great Grandmother…...
Episode 50 - The Cold Chain for Flowers - Keep flowers fresher, longer—by understanding the Cold Chain.
Have you ever wondered why some fresh flowers last for weeks while others wilt after just a few days? The answer often comes down to one critical process: the flower cold chain.On this episode of Behind the Bloom, J Schwank...
Episode 49 - Companion to Episode #308 Coffee Tea or Flowers? J Schwanke's Life in Bloom
This Podcast is a Companion to Episode #308- Coffee, Tea or Flowers? It’s one of my favorite episodes- for many reasons… I Love COFFEE - and I also a cup of Tea Everyday… and you already k...
