Shrimp and Bacon Corn Chowder

Name: Shrimp and Bacon Corn Chowder
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, chopped; 3 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 pound large shrimp, de-veined and tails removed; 1 15-ounce can corn, drained; ½ cup sliced carrots; 2 ribs celery, chopped; 4 small green onions, thinly sliced, with white and green parts divided; ½ teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste; ¼ teaspoon pepper, or to taste; ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 pound baby red potatoes, quartered (pieces should be no bigger than 1 inch max); 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1 cup heavy cream or half and half