May 6, 2020
TODAY’S GUEST: Joseph Massie
Joseph Massie + Joseph Massie Flowers + UK School of Floristry
TOPIC: Training, Competing, & Winning
Over the years, we've had the honor of featuring Joseph Massie's work on the Botanical Brouhaha blog many times. From his rose tunnel installation in honor of the 90th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen to the stunning living dress he designed for Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene Phillips to wear to the National Television Awards (NTAs), Joseph's work has long intrigued us. But when I sat down with Joseph recently, there was one thing in particular on my mind. I wanted to know how he became the youngest designer to win 5 consecutive Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medals. How does one attain that honor at such a young age? What had he done behind the scenes to prepare for such a lofty goal?
Our conversation was casual and fun. Joseph's wit (and hilarious sarcasm) made the time fly by way too fast. Before I knew it, we were flying through his memories of being a 14 yr old teenager looking for a weekend job, winning the British Florist Association Young Florist of the Year, walking away with his 5th Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal, and buying a school. I hope you enjoy today's episode as much as I enjoyed the visit with Joseph.
Mentioned in BB+ Episode 6:
- St. Helen’s College
- The Florist Magazine
- British Florist Association
- Neil Whittaker
- Sarah Horne
- Ian Lloyd
- InterFlora
- WorldSkills Competition
- Chelsea Flower Show
- Stephanie Willoughby
- Gregor Lersch
- Per Benjamin
- Elly Lin
- Hanneke Frankema
- Myers & Briggs Personality Test
Podcast Host: Amy McGee (Botanical Brouhaha)
Sound Engineer: Joel McGee
Original Music: Landon McGee