The Plant Movement Podcast
Welcome to The Plant Movement Podcast, the ultimate podcast for entrepreneurs, enthusiasts, and professionals in the ever growing Green Industry. The Plant Movement was founded by Willie Rodriguez and Eddie Gonzalez. This podcast brings you engaging conversations, expert insights, and actionable strategies to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities in your business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, landscaper, garden center or simply passionate about the green industry, this podcast is your go-to resource for inspiration, knowledge, and success stories. LET'S GROW! Directed and Produced by Eddie EVDNT Gonzalez.
Episodes
88 episodes
Toledo Iron Works | Custom Metalwork - Forging Legacy and Luxury with Bryan Suarez
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we sit down with Bryan Suarez, fourth-generation metal artisan and owner of Toledo Iron Works, to explore how a family legacy forged in 1969 continues to shape luxury constru...
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Season 1
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Episode 87
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46:29
Greenworks | Commercial Electric Power Equipment for the Green Industry with Bryan and Erin
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, host Willie Rodriguez sits down with Bryan Lloyd and Erin Rogers, Territory Sales Managers with Greenworks Commercial, the all-electric leader transforming outdoor power equipment.Bryan, wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 86
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52:58
The Farmers Daughter | How Jacqueline Costa Turned Fashion and Foliage Into a Luxury Garden Lifestyle
On this inspiring episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we sit down with Jacqueline Costa, founder of The Farmer’s Daughter, a luxury garden lifestyle brand redefining what it means to live beautifully, both indoors and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 85
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1:02:53
Propagation Diaries | Reinventing Houseplant Accessories with Ara Flink
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, host Willie Rodriguez sits down with Ara Flink, founder of Propagation Diaries, to explore the fast-growing world of houseplants, creativity, and innovation in plant care. Based in Atlanta, Georgia...
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Season 1
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Episode 84
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40:47
Alex Barth’s Journey with Troy’s Tropics | Relationships Over Competition
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we welcome Alex Barth of Troy’s Tropics Inc., based in Sarasota, Florida. Alex made the five-hour drive to join us in person and share his story of growth, adaptation, and resilienc...
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Season 1
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Episode 83
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1:01:25
Answering the Call with Alberti Ortiz: Faith, Leadership & The Landscape Leadership Summit 2025
On this powerful return episode, we welcome back Alberti Ortiz of Boca Landscape Designs, who joins us fresh off the Landscape Leadership Summit 2025, his first-ever seminar that almost didn’t happen. With transparency, courage, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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1:03:06
Howard & Sons Farms | Starting a Nursery from Scratch with Keith Crouse
Have you ever thought about starting your own nursery but weren’t sure where to begin? In this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, host Willie Rodriguez talks with Keith Crouse, a 23-year-old firefighter from the Keys who decided to take the...
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Season 1
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Episode 81
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1:37:55
Buzzkill | Pest Control, Integrity, and Building a Business that Lasts with Richard Mancias
The Plant Movement Podcast is back in a brand-new studio for a milestone Episode 80, featuring a powerful conversation with Richard Mancias, owner of Buzzkill Pest Control & Fertilization. With over 15 years of experience specializin...
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Season 1
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Episode 80
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55:56
Belmontscapes | The Reality of Immigration and Labor Challenges with Saul Belmontes
On this heartfelt episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we sit down with Saul Belmontes, the owner of Belmontscapes, a local lawn maintenance and landscaping company in South Florida. Saul’s story is one of faith, sacrifice, and resilience, a ...
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Season 1
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Episode 79
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40:42
Chemical Containers | Building Legacy, Faith & Innovation with Sid Sutton
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we dive deep into the story behind one of the most trusted names in ag equipment, Chemical Containers, Inc. Meet Sid, the national sales rep with over 20 years of hands-on experience, who’s been pa...
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Season 1
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Episode 78
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51:21
Elighting: Lighting the Way | How Ariel Rodriguez Built a Lighting Empire from the Ground Up
On this illuminating episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we shine a spotlight on Ariel Rodriguez, the founder of Elighting and Worldwide Distributors, a true industry pioneer in outdoor and landscape lighting.From cold calls at 17 to des...
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Season 1
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Episode 77
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31:18
Boca Landscape Designs | Faith Over Fear: How Alberti Ortiz Rebuilt His Life Through Landscaping
On this powerful and transparent episode, host Willie Rodriguez sits down with Alberti Ortiz, founder of Boca Landscape Designs, to explore how landscaping became more than just a business — it became a calling. From mowing lawns at age 13 for ...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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1:07:05
KEYSCAPE LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN | A 25 YEAR OLD ON THE RISE WITH HIS LANDSCAPING COMPANY : EFRAIN SANTOS
On this Episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, host Willie Rodriguez welcomes Efrain Santos, the 25-year-old founder of Keyscape Landscape and Design, whose journey from job site translator to high-end landscape contractor is nothing short of i...
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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29:31
TRMG | Building a Legacy with Insurance in the Green Industry - An Interview with Mr. Bob
On this insightful episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we sit down with Mr. Bob, a pioneering entrepreneur who built his career selling workers' compensation insurance to the largest nurseries in Miami-Dade County. Discover how Bob identifie...
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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53:54
Emprise Agriware | Unlocking Growth Through ERP Solutions for the Green Industry
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we dive into the world of software and systems that are transforming horticulture businesses across the globe. Host Willie Rodriguez sits down with Joshua and Garrett Walsh from Emprise Agriware, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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42:01
We’re Back! Faith, Focus & Full Throttle in the Green Industry
After a much-needed break, your host Willie Rodriguez and co-host Eddie Gonzalez are back in the studio and ready to plant new seeds of wisdom for the Green Industry! It’s been a minute since the powerful Martha Vegas immigration episode, and i...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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27:16
Immigration (Spanish) - Addressing Fears and Seeking Solutions with Martha Vega NCS
On this Episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we welcome back Martha Vega from National Community Service to discuss one of the most pressing issues affecting the agricultural industry: immigration.A Look at Immigration Poli...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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45:31
JUNGLE SOFLO | Landscape Designs Made Easy with Peter Dunbar
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, host Willie Rodriguez sits down with Peter, the creative mind and owner of Jungle SoFlo, a young and dynamic landscape designer specializing in commercial and residential projects. From hu...
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Season 1
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Episode 70
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40:09
Top Things We Will Not Be Doing in 2025 as a Wholesale Plant Nursery
As 2024 comes to a close, your host Willie Rodriguez and producer Eddie Gonzalez look back on an incredible year for the Green Industry and The Plant Movement Podcast. In this reflective episode, we explore the top lessons learned and the habit...
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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44:47
University of Florida’s TREC | Controlling Ornamental Pests with Dr. Alexandra Revynthi
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we welcome Dr. Alexandra Revynthi, Assistant Professor at the University of Florida’s Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC). Dr. Revynthi, a remarkable polyglot fluent in Greek, English, Sp...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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53:17
Defender Landscaping | Finding Purpose Beyond Profit with Rolando
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we welcome back Rolly, owner of Defender Landscaping and return guest from Episode 6. Over the past four years, Rolly has transformed his business from a maintenance-focused operation into...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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1:15:13
PlantFinder | Advertising for the Green Industry with Leigh Judy
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we sit down with Leigh Judy, Chief Operating Officer (COO) and VP of Sales & Marketing at Betrock Information Systems, Inc., to delve into the fascinating history and evolution of the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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39:47
The Nursery Growers | Helping Nurseries Grow Better Material
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we’re joined by the dynamic co-founders Willie Rodriguez and Eddie Gonzalez to introduce their innovative venture: The Nursery Growers. It’s a company that’s turning heads by providing ess...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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36:12
Green Industry Podcast | Business, Faith, and the Lawn Care Journey with Paul Jamison
On this special milestone episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we sit down with someone we admire in the podcasting world—Paul Jamison, the influential host of the Green Industry Podcast, bestselling author, and mentor. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 64
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40:11
Showtime Exterior Design | Creating Stunning Escape Designs
On this episode of The Plant Movement Podcast, we sit down with the innovative minds behind Showtime Landscaping, a company that has set the standard for creative and high-quality landscape design. Led by Martin Fox and his sons, Shane and Skyl...
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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1:32:47
