{"id":726,"date":"2026-04-10T05:43:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T05:43:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hhww.mindiii.com\/?post_type=podcast&#038;p=726"},"modified":"2026-04-10T05:43:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T05:43:34","slug":"from-factory-floor-to-viral-fame-the-2b-glass-pumpkin-revolution","status":"publish","type":"podcast","link":"https:\/\/hhww.mindiii.com\/index.php\/podcast\/from-factory-floor-to-viral-fame-the-2b-glass-pumpkin-revolution\/","title":{"rendered":"From Factory Floor to Viral Fame: The 2B Glass Pumpkin Revolution"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Welcome to Healthy Happy Wise Wealthy (HHWW)! In this fascinating episode, host Mary Meyer visits 2B Glass, the top-rated glassblowing studio in California, to experience the magic of handblown art firsthand. Joined by entrepreneurs Tate and Aaron Bezdek and Ash Koss,, Mary dives deep into the artistry, challenges, and entrepreneurial spirit that turn molten glass into dazzling pumpkins and ornaments. Learn how this entrepreneurial trio built a thriving business\u2014from humble beginnings in a backyard studio and long days in a factory, to viral video stardom and bustling handblown glass pumpkin patches. 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precision and practice are essential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Harnessing social media can transform a small specialty business, especially when authenticity and storytelling come first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrepreneurship often means learning by doing\u2014mistakes lead to improvements, and success comes from resilience and adaptability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focusing on what brings you (and your customers) the most joy can lead to sustainable business growth\u20142B Glass found their niche in pumpkins and ornaments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viral moments are often unplanned\u2014consistent effort and a willingness to experiment open the door for big opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some questions I ask:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How did you design and create your unique pumpkin molds?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What\u2019s the story behind the name \u201c2B Glass\u201d?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How did you transition from working in a factory to running your own glass studio?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How did social media and viral videos transform your business growth?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is your advice for creative entrepreneurs hoping to scale their business?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why did you focus on pumpkins and ornaments, and how did that shape your brand?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about our guests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the 2B Glass website:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/2bglass.com\/\">https:\/\/2bglass.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Instagram: @2bglass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Etsy shop:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/2BGlass\">2B Glass on Etsy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>YouTube: Search &#8220;2BGlass&#8221; for demos and behind-the-scenes content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Resources list<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hand Blown Glass Pumpkin Patch Event info:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/2bglass.com\/events\">https:\/\/2bglass.com\/events<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow @2bglass on Instagram and Facebook for live updates and glassblowing videos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you an art lover or creative entrepreneur? 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