Best Dave Dowling Podcasts (2025)

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#348: Top 3 Perennials That Pull Their Weight with Dave Dowling 54:46

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Discover the Top 3 Perennials that truly earn their keep on a cut flower farm! Join Lisa Mason Ziegler and Dave Dowling as they share expert advice on growing peonies, Baptisia, and sedum -perennials that offer high yield, low maintenance, and long-term profitability. Perfect for beginner and seasoned flower farmers alike. Mentions⁠ Dave's Course: …

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Ep 1227 – Why RFK Jr Is Failing At Making America Healthy Again 24:31

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Dr. Champion takes an insightful look at the “accomplishments” of HHS and its subordinate agencies in the first 7 months of RFK Jr’s tenure and gives you the context you’re not getting from RFK Jr or the media. Dave discusses what could be done – what should have been done – that hasn’t been done. Is government really the answer to America’s health…

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#351: Easy Flower Sales, Spring vs. Summer (Encore) 28:31

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Stepping away and looking at the big picture, it is easy to see why and how we have been skipping over spring crops. Some of us go to extremes to get warm plants blooming sooner than they should be and others are still planting this family way too late to reap the rewards that well-established plants give. Warm-season plants are familiar, which mak…

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Sally Linton - Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T S3 E2 20:04

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Sally Linton is an ADHD specialist. Her personal experiences with individuals dealing with ADHD have led her into a career study of the condition. In this episode, Linton gives us advice on how ADHD can be handled in a caring, supportive manner. FlintHillsVolunteerCenter.com #flinthillsvolunteercenter #AmeriCorps #SuicidePrevention#SuicideAwareness…

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Ep 1226 – How The IRS Commits Computer Fraud To Ensnare You Into A Tax You Don’t Owe! 26:13

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Dr. Champion lays out the details of what the IRS’s 60-year-old mainframes do with information returns – such as W-2s and 1099s – that result in the government making false claims that you owe income tax. Dave also explains how Americans attest to things that are 100% false when signing tax forms, and how that is key to the problem. If you would li…

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#350: Why Grow Annuals? (Encore) 24:25

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I stumbled into growing annuals. I initially began planting perennials, but I quickly saw the error of my ways - I was going to run out of space, QUICK! As my business was gaining more demand than flowers I had-- I became a little crazy figuring out how to make the most of my total property of 1.17 acres that also had my home and outbuildings. I al…

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Ep.63: Floral Standards Every Flower Farmer Should Know with Diane Szukovathy of Jello Mold Farm 1:08:27

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In Episode 63 of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Diane Szukovathy of Jello Mold Farm to explore the critical role of floral standards in flower farming. Diane shares how she went from planting zinnia seeds as a child to co-founding the Seattle Wholesale Growers Market and co-authoring Floral Standards — a groundbreaking guide …

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#349: Lennie Larkin's May Q&A, Ask A Flower Farmer! 27:28

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💐 Struggling with flower pricing or choosing the right crops? Get real-world advice from a seasoned flower farmer and coach on how to price confidently, pick profitable perennials, and deal with pesky pests like thrips. Whether you're just starting or growing your flower biz, these tips will help you build a thriving, sustainable farm. 🌿 Learn how …

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Ep 1225 – U.S. Financial Institutions REQUIRE You to Commit PERJURY to Open An Account! 53:39

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Dr. Champion is interviewed on the John Dowling Show regarding the limited application of withholding US income tax, as well as revealing that every financial institution in America – including crypto platforms – requires a prospective customer to commit perjury as a condition of opening an account! Dave’s books are at https://drreality.news/store/…

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Nate McClendon - Suicide Awareness P.A.C.T S3 E1 22:50

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Nate McClendon's journey into mental health challenges began when he and his wife were notified of their 18 year old daughter's sudden death. In this episode, McClendon shares how he navigated the pain and disbelief and forged a way to reach out to others who have also shared a loss of their loved ones. FlintHillsVolunteerCenter.com #flinthillsvolu…

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Ep 1224 – The Truth About Crypto and Income Tax. You Don’t Owe Any! 28:59

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Dr. Champion takes you through what tax law says about crypto, which is that you don’t owe income tax on your gains! Unfortunately, the problem creating a legal presumption that crypto investors owe income tax is the ILLEGAL actions of the crypto exchanges. Learn what the exchanges are doing that is illegal, and how to address it. Dave’s books are …

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Ep. 62: Inside a Family-Run Wedding Flower Farm: How Jennifer Joray Grows Cut Flowers for 40+ Weddings a Season 1:13:39

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What does it take to grow cut flowers for over 40 weddings a season—while running a farm as a family of four? In Part 2 of our conversation, Jennifer Joray of Eastern River Farm returns to share the details of how her family built a thriving, regenerative flower business in Maine. From crop planning to bouquet-making, and from packing systems to bu…

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#347: Succession Success: Annuals, Perennials, Bulbs, and Woodies 29:26

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Ready to take your flower farming to the next level? Join Lisa Mason Ziegler as she shares how to transition from growing annuals to incorporating perennials, bulbs, and woodies into your operation. Learn how succession planting, smart crop choices, and careful planning can create a more sustainable and profitable business. Lisa offers real-life le…

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Ep. 61: Jennifer Joray of Eastern River Farm on Flower Farming, Lyme Disease, and Finding Healing Through Nature 1:18:17

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What happens when a simple question—“What about farming?”—leads to a total life transformation? In this powerful episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer Joray of Eastern River Farm shares her family’s courageous journey from city living to flower farming on a 20-acre homestead in Maine. But their story goes far beyond soil and seeds. Jenn…

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#346: Choosing Crops That Make (and Save) You Money 46:10

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💐 Want to make more money (and avoid wasting it) in your flower farm? In this episode, Lisa Mason Ziegler shares her hard-earned tips for choosing the best crops to grow for profit. From low-cost annuals to succession planting and market-smart decisions, get practical advice to help you grow a thriving flower business. Whether you're just starting …

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Ep 1223 – US Companies ILLEGALLY Acting As Federal Enforcement Agents!

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Dr. Champion highlights the growing problem of U.S. companies depriving Americans of their rights and property by illegally acting as federal agents. Who is behind it? How do we stop it? Dave shares several shocking real-life stories of attorneys who know nothing about the law! Dr. Champion’s books are at https://drreality.news/store/ To get FREE S…

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#345: How Flower Farmers Can Shine In A Crisis 26:25

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How Flower Farmers Can Survive (and Thrive) During Hard Times 🌻 In this heartfelt episode, Lisa Mason Ziegler shares real-world lessons from 30+ years of flower farming—through 9/11, the 2008 crash, COVID, and today’s economic uncertainty. Learn how to adapt, pivot, and stay rooted when crisis strikes. 🌱 Whether you're a new grower or a seasoned fa…

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Ep 1222 – Jon Dowling 1:04:32

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Jon Dowling asks Dr. Champion penetrating questions, the answers to which clarify so many important realities concerning health, physiology, and ketosis. Dave’s books are at https://drreality.news/store/ For free shipping, make sure “Income Tax: Shattering The Myths” is included in your order and use the code ‘tariffs’ at checkout.…

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Ep. 60: How Flowers Helped Nicole Sardo Heal, Grow, and Begin Again 1:01:25

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In this powerful episode of The Backyard Bouquet, host Jennifer Gulizia sits down with Nicole Sardo of Midnight Magic Garden—a former stop-motion artist who left her dream job at Laika Studios after a life-altering autoimmune diagnosis. Nicole shares her remarkable journey of healing through gardening, how she's building a flourishing micro flower …

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#344: Ask A Florist, May Q&A with Ellen Frost 26:12

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Welcome to another episode of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, Ask a Florist, featuring guest host Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers in Baltimore, MD. Ellen is a floral designer who creates exclusively with flowers and foliage purchased from local growers. She is also one of our course instructors here at The Gardener’s Workshop. …

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Ep. 59: Frances Palmer on 'Life With Flowers': Gardening, Pottery, and the Art of Everyday Beauty 53:44

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In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet, we are joined by Frances Palmer—renowned potter, gardener, photographer, and author—to celebrate the release of her newest book, Life With Flowers. Known for her iconic handmade vessels and stunning floral photography, Frances shares how a life rooted in creativity, cultivation, and intention can lead to une…

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#343: Reality: A Garden, or a Landscape? 30:22

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Thinking of starting a garden? 🌿🌸 Learn the crucial difference between a garden and a landscape and why your approach matters! With the right mindset and simple steps, your garden can flourish and bring you joy. Dive in for my practical tips that make gardening rewarding and fun! Mentions Field & Garden #342: The Simplicity of a Cutting Garden Book…

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Ep.58: The Slow Flowers Movement & The Power of Local Blooms with Debra Prinzing 1:04:44

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In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we are joined by Debra Prinzing, founder of the Slow Flowers Movement and co-author of The Flower Farmers: Inspiration and Advice from Expert Growers. Debra shares her journey from writing The 50 Mile Bouquet to founding the Slow Flowers Movement—a movement that champions local, seasonal, and sustain…

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#342: The Simplicity of a Cutting Garden 31:30

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Today, we’re diving deep into the wonderful world of cutting gardens. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this guide will help you create a cutting garden that brings joy and beauty to your life. Here, Lisa covers what you need to know to make your cutting garden thrive. Mentions Online Courses: The Easy Cut Flower Garden, Cool…

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Ep.57: Celebrating 100 Years of Bearded Iris: The Legacy of Schreiner's Iris Gardens 1:03:20

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This week on The Backyard Bouquet, we’re celebrating a century of spectacular blooms with Schreiner’s Iris Gardens, one of the most iconic names in American flower farming. For over 100 years, the Schreiner family has been growing and breeding world-class bearded iris—a legacy that began in Minnesota and eventually found its forever home in Oregon’…

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#341: Diane Szukovathy, on Floral Standards 41:04

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Today, Lisa dives into the experiences and insights of Diane Szukovathy of Jello Mold Farm. A passionate flower farmer and co-founder of the Seattle Wholesale Growers Market, through her journey, we explore the importance of standards in the floral industry, the power of collaboration amongst flower farmers, and the creation of a valuable new resou…

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Ep.56: The Push of Spring: How Seeds and Seasons Reshape Us 24:41

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In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer invites you to step away from the rush of the season and pause at the garden gate. With raw honesty and gentle encouragement, she explores what it means to be in a season of becoming—when everything feels tender, stretched, and unfinished. Through the metaphors of seeds cracking open, the lo…

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Ep.55: Cut Flower Farming with Dave Dowling: Real-World Advice for Growing and Selling Flowers 1:06:47

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In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we’re joined by one of the most respected voices in the cut flower industry—Dave Dowling. With over 20 years of experience as a flower farmer and now a trusted mentor to growers across North America, Dave shares insights you won’t want to miss. We talk about how he got started growing flowers (before…

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#340: Lennie Larkin's April Q&A, Ask A Flower Farmer 27:18

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Today’s episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, called Ask a Flower Farmer. This one featured guest host Lennie Larkin, author of Flower Farming for Profit and owner of B-Side Farm in Oregon. She is also one of our course instructors here at The Gardener’s Workshop. In this Q&A, Lennie fielded questions abou…

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Ep 1221 – IRS’s Criminal ‘Willful Failure To File’ Scam Exposed! Never Fear The IRS Again 36:29

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Dr. Champion takes you deep into the scam IRS and DOJ have to pull in order to bring a Willful Failure To File criminal charge against you. What the prosecutor intentionally conceals from the defendant, the defendant’s attorney, and the jury, will blow your mind! No one who watches this video will fear an IRS prosecution ever again. This informatio…

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Ep.54: Earth Day in the Garden: Where Flowers Lead Us to Soil, Stewardship & Hope 52:43

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In this special Earth Day episode of The Backyard Bouquet, flower farmer and garden educator Jennifer Gulizia shares a deeply personal reflection on growing in harmony with the earth—and what it really means to be a steward of soil, beauty, and biodiversity. This solo episode blends story, science, and soul. Jennifer shares a poem Where Flowers Lea…

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#339: Resist the Urge... 25:51

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Let’s dive into why overplanting can be a problem. You might think, “Oh, I’ll just plant a little more!” But when you do this, you can overcrowd your garden. This makes it harder to care for your plants, leading to chaos. Mentions Open Farm Event: June 28, 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop the TGW Online Store for all y…

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#338: "Why I Don’t Use Floral Recipes" with Ellen Frost 31:21

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Join Lisa Mason Ziegler and Ellen Frost as they discuss the limitations of floral recipes and the beauty of creating unique designs with local flowers. Discover how flexibility, communication, and community relationships can empower you to confidently make unique floral arrangements without using recipes. Mentions Ellen’s newsletter signup⁠ ⁠Ellen’…

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Ep 1220 – Form I-9 Is NOT To Be Used In The Private Sector! 28:41

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Dr. Champion takes you through U.S. law, step-by-step, showing you that Form I-9 is ONLY for use by federal government entities, and no law exists instructing private sector companies to use it. Dave’s books are at https://drreality.news/store/ Use code ‘tariffs’ for FREE SHIPPING on any order containing “Income Tax: Shattering The Myths”. Detailed…

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Ep. 53: Growing a Cut Flower Business & Preserving Heirloom Mums with Jessica Hall of Harmony Harvest 1:02:47

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In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Jessica Hall, co-founder of Harmony Harvest Farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. What began as a simple question during a family beach vacation—“Where do florists get flowers?”—sparked the beginning of a 20-acre flower farm that now ships bouquets and heirloom chrysanthemum p…

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#337: How Flower Farm Spending Makes or Breaks You 31:01

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Let’s talk money—the kind that keeps your flower farm alive or quietly drains it dry. In this episode, Lisa digs into the tough truth about spending on the farm: what’s worth it, what’s not, and how to make choices that lead to long-term success instead of slow collapse. If you're ready to face your farm finances head-on, this one's for you. Mentio…

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#336: Ask A Flower Farmer with Daniel Schavey (March) 35:01

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This episode features a takeover of our popular “Ask a Flower Farmer” live Q&A session on Instagram. Daniel Schavey of Petal Pickers Flower Co. in Greenville, SC hosted this one. Daniel is a 9th-year flower farmer growing in zone 8a and an alumnus of most of The Gardener’s Workshop’s online courses. Here, Daniel offers an update on his growing seas…

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Ep.52: The Kindest Garden: Regenerative Gardening & Sustainable Design with Marian Boswall 1:04:40

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How can we create gardens that are both beautiful and beneficial to the planet? In this episode of The Backyard Bouquet Podcast, we sit down with award-winning landscape architect and author Marian Boswall to discuss the power of regenerative gardening and sustainable landscape design. As the founder of Marian Boswall Landscape Architects and co-fo…

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Ep 1219 – The SECRET Reason The IRS Can NEVER Replace Its Archaic Mainframes and What That Tells Us About Income Tax 28:33

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Dr. Champion reveals the hidden reason the IRS can NEVER replace its 1960s-era mainframes. Dave takes it further by explaining what this insane situation tells the American people about who owes income tax and who does not! Dave’s books are at https://drreality.news/store/ Use the code ‘tariffs’ for free shipping on any order containing “Income Tax…

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#335: Ask A Florist, March Q&A with Ellen Frost 26:58

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Today’s episode features a takeover of our popular weekly live Q&A session on Instagram, called Ask a Flower Farmer. However, this one we called Ask a Florist featured guest hostess Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers in Baltimore, MD. Ellen is a floral designer who creates exclusively with flowers and foliage purchased from local growers. She is al…

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Ep.51: How Jenny Marks Built a Profitable Flower Farm & Helps Others Do the Same 57:12

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jenny Marks, founder of Trademark Farmer and host of Six Figure Flower Farming. Jenny has been immersed in agriculture her entire life, from growing up on a farm to working in government roles with the USDA and State Departments of Agriculture. After starting a vegetable CSA, she discovered that she loved …