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Economy & Business / Community Voices

Ross Blakeman sprouts new ideas at Rosebud and Co. Flower Shop

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Craig McFarland

Published October 7, 2025 at 12:20 PM CDT

Ross returns to Community Voices to discuss the lessons he’s learned three years into his Beardstown based floral show, Rosebud and Co. He also discusses the impact of recent economic tariffs have had on his business and why it is important to use small floral shops for your special occasions.

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Craig McFarland

Craig McFarland has been podcasting for over a decade as part of The Front Row Network. He’s the co-host of Beyond the Mouse, a Disney-focused podcast, and Peanut Butter and Biscuits, a show dedicated to all things Ted Lasso. Over the years, Craig has interviewed a wide range of guests, including Oscar winners, Olympians, acclaimed creators, actors, and more than a dozen Disney Legends.

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