Blow My Mind

In Bloom “Fistful of Flowers” with Caitlyn Augustyn

In this episode we welcome Philadelphia florist and flower bomber Caitlyn Augustyn of “Fistful of Flowers [https://fistfulofflowers.com/]”. Caitlyn shares the ups and downs of starting a creative business, creative collaborations, celebrity flower arrangements, and the upcoming opening of “The Flower Kitchen”; a collaborative space for events, weddings, and pop-up events.

Talking Shop "DRATS"!! with Jason Carroll

In this episode we are pleased to welcome Philadelphia native Jason Carroll [https://www.instagram.com/hellojayo/] and his new project and business “DRATS [https://www.instagram.com/drattsss/]”, a new store selling old clothes. The store features meticulously hand selected garments from the 80s, 90s, and Y2K eras. As former Creative Director of LMNO, Jason shares what it takes to bring a storefront to life, create an experience to be proud of, and the importance of community and culture in the area.

Food Zine "Stereo Flavors" with Steve Martinho

In this episode we welcome creator and founder, Steve Martinho of “Stereo Flavors [https://www.stereoflavors.com/]”. A local Philly food zine and a new staple in Philadelphia food journalism. The zine highlights local chefs and establishments, as well recipes and food related projects within the community. Steve shares the origin and growth of Stereo Flavors, while discussing the upcoming sixth issue.

Workshoppin "Sippin & Stitchin" with Lea Saccomanno

In this episode we had the pleasure of sitting down with artist Lea Saccomanno who runs a series of event workshops in major cities known as Sippin' & Stitchin'. Lea shares her story of leaving a career in finance, and what it takes to start a business to spread the love of the textile arts in a fun, accessible way.

On the Grind “Bean2Bean” with Jonathan Pastore

Welcome to the fifth episode of Blow My Mind! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Jonathan Pastore, co-owner, Vice President, Director of Operations, and the esteemed “Coffee Daddy” of Bean2Bean [https://www.bean2bean.com/]. Jonathan shares his journey in the coffee industry and the exciting origin story of Bean2Bean, from a garage operation to the impressive landscape it has grown into today. We delve into the world of coffee, exploring everything from the exacting process of sourcing ingredients to the art and science of brewing the perfect cup. Jonathan conveys the importance of community and creativity, the meticulous focus that goes into everything Bean2Bean does and the positive impact they’re making locally. The truly unique approach Bean2Bean takes in curating philanthropic local collaborations embodies the spirit of our Philadelphia city.