Best Remi Roy Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 718: The Flower Farmers, with co-authors Robin Avni and Debra Prinzing; plus a bonus interview with Daniel Sparler, the book’s horticulture editor 1:00:12

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https://youtu.be/BdnRayT0M2A?si=PQVfp6yMUSJD7n42The Flower Farmers has been in the works for two years, as my co-author and the book’s creative director Robin Avni and I have poured our storytelling passion into the narratives and imagery that portray 29 North American growers. The book was released on May 6th by Abrams, and we’ve been in major cel…

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How to Know You’re Growing from Year to Year 14:14

6d ago14:14

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What if you had KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for your personal life? What if you could measure who you are now against some past version of you? Would it help you know for sure that you’re growing and getting better? In this episode, I share my perspective on why reflection and journaling are great ways to measure your personal growth and deve…

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Episode 717: The future of Plant Masters, with legacy growers Leon and Carol Carrier, and their son Lee, next generation flower farmer now leading the family business 46:34

10d ago46:34

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https://youtu.be/vw5w4ZwBuZU?si=YZLcTE7pJ5P5-zVPThe Carrier family has been growing cut flowers and plants for more than 40 years, raising their three children with a love for flowers, and keeping the business in the family as it transitions into the hands of the next generation. Plant Masters, the specialty cut flower farm owned by Leon and Carol …

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How to Network like an Introvert 12:33

13d ago12:33

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Are you an introvert who struggles with the overwhelm and expectations of traditional networking events? Do you find it difficult to make genuine connections and grow your personal or professional network? I know exactly how that feels. In this episode, I’m sharing my perspective on how to network intentionally by focusing on your strengths and nat…

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Episode 716: More than a side hustle, flower farming and floral design with Marly Surena-Llorens of Fenimore & Rutland 47:03

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https://youtu.be/uGRgC8rjB_U?si=ucehNezGBXce9kuXMarly Surena-Llorens was born and raised in the U.S., but her Haitian mother’s stories of tropical gardens filled with palms, crotons, and bougainvillea plants inspired her lifelong love of flowers. Yet, Marly says some of her most vivid floral impressions came from the BBC programs of her youth, when…

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How to Rest, Recharge, and Build Your Inner World. For Introverts. 10:56

20d ago10:56

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Are you an introvert who loves and needs alone time but struggles with asking for it? Do you find it hard to rest and recharge even when you do have time alone? I know exactly how that feels. In this episode, I’m sharing my perspective on how to deal with the guilt that sometimes comes with wanting solitude and alone time, and also strategies for m…

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Episode 715: From Farmers’ Market to Elevated Retail, with Abby Matson of Diddle and Zen and Julie Rémy of Fleuris Orchard and Blooms 1:03:14

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https://youtu.be/P3SoClolo0g?si=_2euyh84isd_Ina4It's a Red-Letter Week here at Slow Flowers, as my longtime collaborator, Robin Avni, and I celebrate the May 6th publication of The Flower Farmers, our beautiful and informative new book featuring 29 growers across North America. You’ve heard a bit from some of the experts profiled in The Flower Farm…

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I Taught This Brainstorming Tool To Chick-Fil-A and Honestly, It’s a Gamechanger 1:17:07

24d ago1:17:07

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Stuck in a creative rut? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Most teams don’t lack ideas; they lack a system for unlocking them. In this episode, we expose the 7 biggest myths that kill creativity before it ever gets off the ground. Then we introduce a practical brainstorming tool called the Empathy Map—a simple framework that shifts your focus…

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How to Speak up for Yourself. Assertiveness Strategies for Introverts. 10:24

27d ago10:24

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Are you an introvert who struggles with speaking up for yourself? Do you find it hard to ask for what you need or challenge others when you’re being taken advantage of? I know exactly how that feels. In this episode, I’m sharing my perspective on how to deal with a lack of assertiveness that many introverts experience while also learning to build c…

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Episode 714: An inspiring conversation with Frances Palmer, ceramic artist, photographer, flower gardener, and author of Life With Flowers 51:01

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https://youtu.be/2G-OjAkuVJY?si=lijpFSK8vvnkJW6LRenowned potter Frances Palmer has spent decades creating art that has enchanted designers and artists around the world. But there is another vibrant side of her creative life that she’s equally passionate about and devoted to – flower gardening and arranging. Today, join me in an engaging conversatio…

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3 Strategies for Navigating New and Unfamiliar Spaces. For Introverts. 9:36

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Are you an introvert who struggles with navigating new and unfamiliar environments? Do you find it hard to enjoy loud or crowded spaces because you’re overwhelmed or concerned for your physical safety? I know exactly how that feels. In this episode, I’m sharing my perspective on how to deal with exhausting, unfamiliar situations while challenging o…

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Episode 713: Sydney Fee of Fee, Fi, Fo Farm on how her sustainable hospitality and tourism background supports her farmer-florist enterprise 55:27

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https://youtu.be/ILIsMQVb0xs?si=apa9xNGFjmMBb6gqI’m always so inspired by the paths taken by our Slow Flowers Members to create their floral endeavors and today’s guest has a fabulous back-story, which we’ll share with you today. Sydney Fee of Fee, Fi, Fo Farm is based in New York’s Finger Lakes Region, home to nearly 150 wineries and many destinat…

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How To Grow On Instagram In 2025 (HONEST Feedback Session) with Jess Van Nuland 57:43

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So you’re showing up on Instagram, but the numbers just aren’t moving—and honestly, it all feels like a mystery. That’s where Jess Van Nuland comes in. After growing her own account from 500 to over 6,000 followers in just five months, Jess now coaches business owners, service providers, and creatives on how to build an Instagram presence that actu…

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Becoming the Kádàrá Woman: Breaking Free from Expected Paths 33:09

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In the first of two special reflection episodes mid-season, host Lola Soyebo Harris explores the powerful theme of "Breaking Free from Expected Paths" through insights gained from conversations with three remarkable women featured in Season 2: Ukonwa Ojo, Ayesha Chidolue, and Joy Aboderin. Each left successful corporate careers to pursue entreprene…

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How to Master Small Talk in 3 Easy Steps. For the Driven Introvert. 12:11

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Do you struggle with small talk? Do you find it hard to meet new people and strike up light and easy conversations at parties, conferences, or networking events? Then this episode is for you. I know what it feels like to feel tongue-tied, unsure of what to say and how to engage when you meet new people or in unfamiliar situations. Many introverts e…

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Episode 712: Growing and Designing with Hellebores. Meet our Hellebore Experts, Diane Szukovathy and Dennis Westphall of Jello Mold Farm and Rizaniño “Riz” Reyes of RHR Horticulture 58:31

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https://youtu.be/02kn4dOI2tg?si=M1TUm5AjdtUwbr_zJust in time for gardening and farming season, I’m thrilled to introduce you to The Flower Farmers, my new book co-authored with longtime collaborator Robin Avni. The Flower Farmers delivers a visually compelling collection of stories and flower-growing wisdom to inspire gardeners and flower lovers al…

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Spotify's Super Producer: The Man Behind Some Of The Ringer's Top Podcasts | Brian Waters, The Ringer 45:52

2M ago45:52

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Ever wonder who’s behind the scenes making your favorite podcasts actually happen? Meet Brian H. Waters — producer for The Ringer and Spotify, with over 1,200 podcast episodes under his belt. From cutting his teeth on NFL sidelines to now producing shows like The Masked Man Show, The Ringer Wrestling Worldwide, and The Press Box, Brian breaks down …

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Building Potential U: Joy Aboderin's Purpose-Driven Journey from Accounting to Fashion 🇳🇬 1:02:42

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Joy Aboderin shares her purpose-driven journey from a 13-year accounting career to founding Potential U, a successful global styling business. After hearing God's call in 2003, Joy eventually took the leap in 2008, selling her house to start her business. Now celebrating 17 years, Joy reveals how she's transformed her styling consultancy into a glo…

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3 Life-Giving Strategies for the Socially Exhausted Introvert 11:10

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Are you an introvert who struggles with social exhaustion? Do you find it hard to engage in social situations at work or otherwise because you’re drained by conversations and being around people? I know exactly how that feels. In this episode, I’m sharing my perspective on how to deal with exhausting social situations by leaning on our faith in God…

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Episode 711: Flower farming as a second career with environmental educator Amy Brodbeck Linhart of Humming Harvest Farm 47:40

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https://youtu.be/AMujMVQSGkM?si=2ZjthEzgpVZzdUH_It’s early in the season, but Amy Linhart already has been harvesting from her crop of 13,000 daffodils to supply her main wholesale customer, an upscale regional grocery chain in the Seattle-Tacoma region. I visited Humming Harvest Farm in late March for a tour of the fields and new high tunnel, both…

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This 7-Figure Creative Agency STARTED with an iPhone! | Hayden Roberts, Sunny Collabs 47:48

2M ago47:48

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What if you could build a multi-7-figure creative agency or business, starting with nothing but an iPhone? That’s exactly what Sunny Collabs did. In this episode of Making Varsity, I sit down with Hayden Roberts — Co-Founder and Creative Director of Sunny Collabs — to unpack the wild ride from side hustle to scaling one of Tampa’s fastest-growing c…

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The Self-Proclaimed Trier: How Remi Roy Went From Shy Introvert to Confident Speaker 🇳🇬 58:13

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Lola sits down with Remi Roy, a Nigerian author, entrepreneur, and host of The Driven Introvert podcast. Raised by a single mother after losing her father before birth, Remi shares her remarkable journey from being a painfully shy introvert to becoming a confident public speaker, published author, and founder of ShePact, a platform empowering intro…

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How to Uncover Your Hidden Motivations Using the Enneagram 35:38

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Do you know why you do the things you do, the way you do them? Are you interested in uncovering your motivations so you can be self-aware and pursue growth and development wth intention? In this episode, Jackie Brewster, Enneagram Coach and Host of the podcast Enneagaram with JB, dives into the power of the Enneagram for growth and transformation. …

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Episode 710: Celebrating 100 years of California flower farming with Mike A. Mellano of Mellano & Co. 55:07

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https://youtu.be/00GygVX1-oY?si=RNAkJecm0tqTCNyRThe Southern California farm synonymous with breathtaking blooms and gorgeous flowers and foliage is celebrating its 100th year in business this year. Founded by Giovanni Mellano in 1925, Mellano & Company is embarking on “Blooming into a New Era,” a year-long celebration highlighting the generations …

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The Introvert's Guide To Podcasting | Remi Roy 49:14

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If you’ve ever felt like podcasting was reserved for loud, charismatic extroverts—this episode is your permission slip to think again. Remi Roy, founder of Shepact and host of The Driven Introvert Podcast, joins the show to share how introverts can thrive behind the mic. In this conversation, Remi unpacks her creative journey, her belief in “being …

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Creating Impact Through Immigration Law: How Ayesha Chidolue Built Her 52-Person Firm 🇳🇬 56:42

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Ayesha Chidolue's journey from corporate attorney to founder of a Top 10 law firm on the Inc. 5000 list is a masterclass in purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Born in Texas but raised in Nigeria until age 17, she credits her Nigerian upbringing for instilling the grit and ambition that propelled her success. After years in corporate law and even a st…

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Are You Ready to Get up on the Inside? Stop Playing Small! 6:18

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Welcome to Season 3! Thanks for sticking with me. We’re keeping the inspiration and encouragement going as I challenge you to face your limiting beliefs and get up on the inside! Listen for insights on what to expect this season. A new series, conversations with guests, and behind the scenes of a new project I’m working on. Thanks for being here. C…

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Episode 709: Diana Roy of Resendiz Brothers Protea Growers on welcoming the 2025 International Protea Conference to their fields 37:41

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https://youtu.be/JtAXk83WRGs?si=fOCKwJtSS5qZysiZLovers of Fynbos, the beautiful plants in the Proteacae family, will enjoy today’s conversation with expert protea grower and long-time Slow Flowers member Diana Roy, flower farmer and Creative Director of Resendiz Brothers Protea Growers. Along with the farm’s founder and CEO Mel Resendiz, Diana and …

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How To Start A Videography Business (Beginner's Guide) | Jason Hylton, Good Look Productions 49:41

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So you want to start a videography business, but you’re not sure where to begin. How do you move from side hustle to full-time career? In this episode of Making Varsity, I sit down with Jason Hylton — videographer, entrepreneur, and founder of Good Look Productions — to break down exactly how to launch and grow your videography business from scratc…

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Fighting Forward: Lesley Sackey on Boxing, Healing, and Empowering Women 🇬🇭 1:01:10

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Irish-Ghanaian boxing champion Lesley Sackey shares her remarkable journey from avoiding PE class to winning EU gold medals, and ultimately founding Fight Forward and Pillow.AI. After surviving a seven-year abusive relationship, Lesley transformed her trauma into purpose, creating innovative organizations that use boxing as a therapeutic tool for d…

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Introducing: The Fertility Freak Podcast 12:41

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Introducing the Fertility Freak podcast. Trying to conceive and feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice? The Fertility Freak Podcast is your go-to source for faith-based fertility insights, expert strategies, and real success stories. Hosted by Michelle Tillman, a fertility strategist with a proven track record of helping women get pregnant natur…

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Episode 708: Reconceptualized Sympathy Flowers with Nicole Wright of The Pink Peony 55:14

2M ago55:14

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https://youtu.be/UL1__YrDzHs?si=lKHhw6SLt2EANe_aAfter years of frustration over outdated and unsustainable floral options that funeral homes offered bereaved families, floral designer Nicole Wright decided to produce an alternative resource to help the industry shift from standard practice to updated and safer options. She wrote and produced "Retur…

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Breaking the Silence - How Dr. Nnenna Onosode Built a Child Protection Nonprofit in Africa 🇳🇬 (Podcasthon) 1:08:33

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For Podcasthon 2025, Nigerian-born pharmacist Dr. Nnenna Onosode shares her journey from experiencing childhood sexual abuse to founding Anadel Speaks Foundation, a nonprofit organization protecting African children through sexual abuse prevention education. After building a successful healthcare career in America, Nnenna responded to a divine call…

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