Plants by Wade Lee Podcast
by Plants by Wade Lee
Do you feel emotionally connected to your plants? As if in the process of caring for them, they as well are caring for you. What about planty DIYs and thrifting for plant items. If I have your attention, then the plants by Wade Lee podcast is for you. Join me plant friends as we dig deep and experience the magic of plants.
Episodes
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Episode 61 w/ @hilatheearth Hila
Episode 61 w/ @hilatheearth Hila Hila the Earth shares her journey from urban upbringing to becoming a sustainability advocate and Earth persona, exploring practical zero waste tips, systemic change, and the spiritual connection with Mother Earth.
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Episode 60 w/ @homegrown.florida Petrina Steacy
Episode 60 w/ @homegrown.florida Petrina Steacy In this episode, Petrina from Homegrown Florida shares her journey from IT to gardening, her unique approach to Florida gardening, and practical tips on planting, pest management, and seed saving. Discover how to adapt gardening strategies to...
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Episode 59 w/ @solsoils Travis Thein
Episode 59 w/ @solsoils Travis Thein In this episode, Travis Thein shares the story behind Sol Soils, their sustainable soil mixes, and innovative product development. Discover how a passion for plants led to a thriving business focused on quality, sustainability, and community impact.
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Episode 58 w/ @jonathanhiebert Jonathan Hiebert
Episode 58 w/ @jonathanhiebert Jonathan Hiebert What happens when a real-bearded Santa trades corporate burnout for flower crowns, TikTok, and a life built around joy? Jonathan Hiebert reveals how choosing authenticity changed everything—from his mental health to a social following that grew at...
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Episode 57 w/ @thelecaqueen Dr. Nora Mutalima
Episode 57 w/ @thelecaqueen Dr. Nora Mutalima Nora the Leca Queen shares her journey into semi-hydroponics, the benefits of using Leca clay balls, and practical tips for plant care enthusiasts. Discover how she transitioned from traditional potting to semi-hydro and the innovative methods she...
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Episode 56 w/ @woodlucker Ann Wood
Episode 56 w/ @woodlucker Ann Wood She doesn’t just make paper flowers - she makes whole little worlds. Ann Wood told me she starts with one plant, studies every color, then hand-paints the paper before building it into something so real it makes you do a double take. That’s the part I love most…
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Episode 55 w/ @trashtalk_nyc David Clarke
Episode 55 w/ @trashtalk_nyc David Clarke In this episode, David from Trash Talk NYC shares how a passion for cleaning and greening the streets of New York has organically evolved into a community-driven movement. Discover the innovative approaches, community engagement, and grassroots strategies...
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Episode 55 w/ @theg0thgarden Chloe Hurst
Episode 55 w/ @theg0thgarden Chloe Hurst I always believed that gardening was about bright, cheerful spaces. Then I met Chloe, the Gothic Gardener, who changed my perspective entirely.For her, darkness has been a part of her identity since birth—jet black eyes, love for gothic architecture, and a...
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Episode 53 w/ @cheesyplants Sam Fitzgerald
Episode 53 w/ @cheesyplants Sam Fitzgerald Ever wonder how plant lovers turn a passion into a full-time hustle? When Sam started sharing her plant journey, she never imagined it would become a career. From curating aesthetic plant setups to collaborating with brands, she realized early on: this…
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Episode 52 w/ @concreteboutiqu.co Aly
Episode 52 w/ @concreteboutiqu.co Aly Join Wade Lee as he chats with Aly from Concrete Boutique about her journey from a plant enthusiast to a concrete planter maker, her creative process, and her plans to expand into workshops and online sales. Discover how her family history, innovative...
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Live at The Southeast Plant Show 2026
Most plant lovers have a special moment that sets it all off—like discovering a cactus named Walter or falling for a stinky corpse flower. In this whirlwind episode, Wade Lee dives into a vibrant mosaic of stories from passionate plant enthusiasts at the Southeast Plant Show, revealing how a…
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Episode 51 w/ @blackinthegarden Colah B. Tawkin
In Episode 51, Host Wade Lee Richards and Colah B. Tawkin explore the multifaceted world of gardening, community, and education. Colah shares her journey from a childhood appreciation of plants to becoming a passionate gardener and educator. They discuss the importance of representation in the...
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Episode 50 w/ @leafydiva Dana Washington
Episode 50 w/ @leafydiva Dana Washington In this engaging conversation, Wade Lee and Dana, also known as Leafy Diva, explore Dana's recent travels to Ecuador, her experiences with plant collecting, and the cultural insights she gained from the trip. They discuss the importance of plant care, the...
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Episode 49 w/ @garden_therapy Stephanie Rose
Healing Through Gardening: A Journey with Stephanie RoseIn this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee speaks with Stephanie Rose, an award-winning author and garden expert, about her transformative journey through gardening. Stephanie shares her personal story of how gardening...
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Episode 48 w/ @rosysoil Chad Massura
Episode 48 w/ @rosysoil Chad Massura In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee interviews Chad Massura, CEO and founder of Rosy Soil. They discuss Chad's journey from a food industry background to becoming a soil expert, focusing on the benefits of biochar as a sustainable...
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Episode 47 w/ @mossify Lucas Picciolo
Episode 47 w/ @mossify Lucas Picciolo In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee interviews Lucas, the owner of Mossify, a brand dedicated to plant care and sustainability. Lucas shares his journey from growing up in a hardworking family to launching Mossify, which plants a...
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Episode 46 w/ @therootedpetal Christy
Episode 46 w/ @therootedpetal Christy Summary In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee speaks with Christy Gilvear from The Rooted Petal about her journey with plants, healing, and community building. Christy shares her experiences with yoga, personal growth, and how…
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Episode 45 w/ @lordfierce Richard Pham
Episode 45 w/ @lordfierce Richard Pham In this engaging conversation, Richard Pham, known as Lord Fierce and Plant Daddy MD, shares his journey from a childhood surrounded by plants in California to becoming a prominent plant care expert in New York City. He discusses the evolution of his…
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Episode 44 w/ @pvplantguy David
Episode 44 w/ @pvplantguy David In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee interviews David, known as PV Plant Guy, about his journey into plant care, the impact of social media on his life, and how he copes with grief through his love for plants. David shares his…
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Episode 43 w/ @plantsinafarmhouse Kaila Little
Episode 43 w/ @plantsinafarmhouse Kaila Little In this engaging conversation, Kaila from Plants in a Farmhouse shares her journey from a plant enthusiast to a successful business owner. She discusses her early influences, the transition to running a plant shop, and the importance of social media…
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Episode 42 w/ @urbangardeningwithgray Graylen Brown
Episode 42 w/ @urbangardeningwithgray Graylen Brown In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee welcomes Graylen Brown from Urban Gardening with Gray. They discuss Graylen's journey into gardening, the importance of soil health, and various gardening hacks. Graylen shares...
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Episode 41 w/ @texasgardenguy Destin Noak
Episode 41 w/ @texasgardenguy Destin Noak In episode 41 of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee speaks with Destin Noak, the Texas Garden Guy, about his journey into gardening, the importance of community, and innovative gardening techniques. Destin shares his experiences with social...
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Episode 40 w/ @propagationdiaries Ara Flink
Episode 40 w/ @propagationdiaries Ara In episode 40, Wade Lee interviews Ara Flink from Propagation Diaries, exploring her journey from a medical career to the world of plants. They discuss the joy of plant care, the growth of the plant community, and the challenges and successes of building a...
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Episode 39 w/ @gabriellaplantsonline Shane Maloy
Episode 39 w/ @gabriellaplantsonline Shane Maloy In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, Shane Malloy, the third-generation owner of Gabriella Plants, shares the rich history of his family business, which began with his grandfather's garden center. Shane discusses the transition from...
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Episode 38 w/ @lesliehalleck Lesile Halleck
Episode 38 w/ @lesliehalleck Leslie Halleck In episode 38 of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee interviews Leslie Halleck, a professional horticulturist, about her journey from art to botany, the importance of creativity in horticulture, and the challenges facing the next generation of...
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Episode 37 w/ @nycapartmenthome Emily Auffrey
Episode 37 w/ @nycapartmenthome Emily Auffrey In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee welcomes back Emily Auffrey for the season 3 premiere. They reflect on their experiences at PlantCon, discussing memorable moments, connections with fellow plant enthusiasts, and the...
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Episode 36 w/ Soumya @costafarms
Episode 36 w/ Soumya @costafarms In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee interviews Soumya Varma, the social content strategist and influencer partnership program lead at Costa Farms. They discuss Soumya's journey into the plant world, the transformation of Costa Farms…
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Episode 35 w/ @juni.plants Juni
Episode 35 w/ @juni.plants Juni In this engaging conversation, Wade Lee and Juni explore the world of plants, discussing their personal journeys into plant care, the importance of accessibility in the plant community, and the mental health benefits of nurturing plants. They share practical advice...
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Episode 34 w/ @gardens_of_midgard Kara Warner
Episode 34 w/ @gardens_of_midgard Kara Warner In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee interviews Kara Warner, a passionate plant grower from Gardens of MidGard. They discuss Kara's journey from growing vegetables in her childhood to becoming a successful seller of rare...
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Episode 33 w/ @carnivorousplantsbykennycoogan
Now streaming Episode 33 of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast and watch full length video on @youtube Host Wade Lee interviews Kenny Coogan, a passionate grower of carnivorous plants. They discuss Kenny’s journey into the world of carnivorous plants, the growing interest in these unique plants, and...
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Episode 32 w/ @botanicallybe Britt Parrish
Episode 32 w/ @botanicallybe Britt Parrish In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee interviews plant enthusiast Britt Parrish, who shares her journey into the world of plants, the healing power they hold, and her role in the PlantCon community. Britt discusses how her love...
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Season 2: Episode 31 w/ @malcolmxmalcolm My Husband
Season 2: Episode 31 w/ @malcolmxmalcolm My Husband In episode 31 of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee engages in a heartfelt conversation with his husband, Malcolm Carney, exploring their shared love for nature, their wedding experience at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, and…
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Season 2: Episode 30 w/ @tulsaplantman Jeffery Z
Season 2: Episode 30 w/ @tulsaplantman Jeffery Z In this engaging episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee chats with Jeffrey, known as Tulsa Plant Man, about his journey into the world of plants. They discuss Jeffrey's plant collection, care routines, and the balance between his...
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Season 2: Episode 29 w/ @terracottacoco Courtney Boydston
Season 2: Episode 29 w/ @terracottacoco Courtney Boydston In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee engages in a heartfelt conversation with Courtney, known as Terracotta Coco. They explore Courtney's journey from a casual plant enthusiast to a well-known figure in the…
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Season 2: Episode 28 w/ @tropicalseductions Denise
Season 2: Episode 28 w/ @tropicalseductions Denise In episode 28 of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee welcomes Denise from Tropical Seductions. They discuss Denise's journey into the world of plants, her passion for tropical plants, and how she built her business. Denise shares her...
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Season 2: Episode 27 w/ @jumanjijonplants Jumanji Jon
Season 2: Episode 27 w/ @jumanjijonplants Jumanji Jon In Season 2: Episode 27 of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee welcomes Jon from Jumanji Jon Plants. They discuss Jon's journey from a plant enthusiast to a successful plant seller, the rise of rare plants during the pandemic, and…
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Season 2: Episode 26 w/ @anthuriumpapa Brian Lagunas
In episode 26 of the Plants by Wade Lee Podcast, host Wade Lee interviews Brian Lagunas, also known as Anthurium Papa. Brian shares his journey into the world of plants, starting from his childhood experiences with nature in the Pacific Northwest to his current passion for tropical plants,...
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Season 2: Episode 25 w/ @mccallen John McCallen
In episode 25 of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee speaks with John McCallen, a passionate gardener from Southern California. They discuss John's journey into gardening, the importance of year-round plant interest, and how he uses social media to share his love for plants. John shares...
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Season 2 Episode 24 w/ @garden_marcus
In this conversation, Wade Lee and Marcus Bridgewater @garden_marcus explore the profound connection between gardening and personal growth. They discuss how gardening serves as a therapeutic practice, enhancing peace, balance, and mindfulness. Marcus shares insights from his books, emphasizing…
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Season 2: Episode 23 w/ @plantaddicted_cass Cass Marion
Summary In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, host Wade Lee speaks with Cass, a passionate plant enthusiast and artist, about her journey into the world of plants and the inspiration behind her coloring book. They discuss the evolution of Cass's plant collection, the intricacies of...
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Episode 22 w/ @farmernick Nick Cutsumpas
Episode 22 w/ @farmernick Nick Cutsumpas In this episode, Wade Lee interviews Nick Cutsumpas, also known as Farmer Nick, about his journey into the world of plants and environmentalism. Nick shares how he discovered his love for plants after college and started a garden at his parents' house. He...
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Episode 21 w/ @strange_substrates Ashley Strange
Episode 21 w/ @strange_substrates Ashley Strange In this episode, Wade Lee interviews Ashley Strange of Strange Substrates, who is an expert in soil mix. They discuss the importance of substrate for different plant species and the role of additives like dried molasses, rice hulls, and silica....
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Episode 20 w/ @madsplantlife Mads Hodgson
Episode 20 w/ @madsplantlife Mads Hodgson Wade Lee interviews Mads from @madsplantlife . Mads shares her journey of becoming a plant collector, starting from her childhood in Brunei to moving to different countries and finally settling in New Zealand. She talks about her favorite plant, the...
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Episode 19 Wade Lee's TOP 10 Plant Products Influenced by the Plant Community
Episode 19 Wade Lee's TOP 10 Plant Products Influenced by the Plant Community 10 - @greenthumbplantco Plant Parenthood Canvas Tote https://www.etsy.com/shop/GreenThumbPlantCo81 9 - @farmernick Seed Dibber https://amzn.to/4cJppav 8 - @iwetmyplants Draining Basket and crystal glass plates...
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Episode 18 w/ @leafydiva Dana Washington
Episode 18 w/ @leafydiva Dana Washington In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, Wade Lee interviews Dana Washington, also known as Leafy Diva. They discuss Dana's journey as a plant collector and her projects, including a living plant wall and growing Thai constellation. They also…
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Episode 17 w/ @redleafranch Brian Brigantti
Episode 17 w/ @redleafranch Brian Brigantti In this episode, Wade Lee interviews Brian Brigantti, a gardener and TikTok sensation. Brian shares his journey into gardening and how it became his passion during the pandemic. He discusses the spiritual and mental benefits of gardening and the…
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Episode 16 w/ @well.traveled.wares Nicole Curcio
Episode 16 w/ @well.traveled.wares Nicole Curcio In this episode of the Plants by Wade Lee podcast, Wade Lee interviews ceramist Nicole Curcio from Well Traveled Wares. They discuss Nicole's love for pottery and plants, her upbringing surrounded by gardens, and her journey as an artist. Nicole...
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Episode 15 w/ @knotdude Adam B.
Episode 15 w/ @knotdude Adam B. Summary In this episode, Wade Lee interviews Adam from Potted Together, also known as @knotdude on Instagram. They discuss Adam's love for Hoyas and his collection of over 120 different varieties. Adam shares his journey into plant parenthood and how he became the...
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Episode 14 w/ @bgrowin_with_bhood Brian Hood
Episode 14 w/ @bgrowin_with_bhood Brian Hood Brian Hood, a social media manager for iconic plant brands,( such as Miracle Grow, Areo Gardens, Bonnies Plants), shares his plant journey and love for gardening. He started gardening at a young age and got into houseplants during college. Brian...
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Episode 13 w/ @greenthumbplantco Donisha McNeal
Episode 13 w/ @greenthumbplantco Donisha McNeal In this episode, Wade Lee interviews Donisha of the Green Thumb Plant Company. Donisha shares how she started her plant business and her love for plants and crafting. They discuss their experiences with plant swaps and markets, as well as their...
About this show
Do you feel emotionally connected to your plants? As if in the process of caring for them, they as well are caring for you. What about planty DIYs and thrifting for plant items. If I have your attention, then the plants by Wade Lee podcast is for you. Join me plant friends as we dig deep and experience the magic of plants.
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