Episode 109: Brett Gordon joins John for a candid conversation about partnership, leadership, and building a business rooted in shared values. Brett reflects on his entrepreneurial path, the lessons learned from starting from scratch, and how humility and trust shape strong teams. Together, they discuss sustaining culture through growth, preparing for what’s ahead, and why meaningful relationships remain at the heart of long-term success.

Episode 108: Wayne and Carolyn Munie join John for a rare multigenerational conversation that reaches back nearly seven decades to explore the foundations of family, resilience, and a life shaped by faith and quiet determination. Married for almost 68 years, they share how they first met in the 1950s, the early struggles of young marriage, raising five children, navigating loss, and the discipline-driven parenting style that shaped their family. This heartfelt, wisdom-rich episode reminds us that legacy isn’t measured in accomplishments, but in the stories we carry, the love we show, and the quiet, consistent ways we shape the lives around us.

Episode 107: Tim Moloney joins John for an inspiring conversation about shaping the next generation of leaders in the green industry. Drawing from nearly two decades in landscape design and his current role as a professor at the University of Missouri, Tim shares how real-world experience transforms the classroom—and why teaching pride, ownership, and accountability matters most. Together, they explore the future of horticulture education, the power of internships, and how passion continues to drive purpose in an evolving industry.