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The infamous "Florida Man" headline is no joke. Seriously, there are some dumb people living in the retirement capital of the U.S. Florida Man News is your source for breaking news of America's favorite delinquent. Comedian Joel Lounds takes a satirical approach to some of the most ridiculous events that could only happen in the Sunshine State. Guest (New FPN Host!): Joel Lounds  in Bonita Springs...

Veganism is a lifestyle that's spreading around the world quicker than we can say "tofu." That's why we're featuring a homegrown vegan who's taking South Florida's vegan community to new heights. Today's guest is Sean Russell, the Founder of SoFlo Vegans, which is an online platform that promotes veganism through videos, podcasts, blogs, and events. Sean tells Gerard his pre-vegan story and why he...

We're back in the Grand Central District of St. Petersburg today, getting our Mario Kart on. Right Around the Corner Arcade Brewery is one of the smallest breweries in the Tampa/St. Pete area, but has one of the best brewery experiences. Tons of pinball games, old-school game consoles, and really excellent beer. While my daughter played rather loud games of Skee-Ball in the back, I spoke to co-own...

In this episode of TECHxploration, we get to the nitty-gritty with Niel Guilarte, founder of Wildstyle Media Group and PodFest Expo, on all things video and audio innovation. Niel provides some amazing insight on not just the equipment needed for success, but some of the strategies and expertise he's gleaned from over three decades in the industry. He also tells us about the power of previsualizin...

Big Storm Brewing in Clearwater got some pretty awesome equipment recently, so, now's as good a time as ever to check in with them! Instead of letting excess CO2 produced during fermentation simply escape, Big Storm now captures and repurposes it–limiting Big Storm's impact on the environment. We sat down with owner LG Govoni on a busy Thursday night to discuss their new CO2 scrubber, along with t...

We live in a culture where we want things, and we want things now. These "things" can range from the most mundane to the most essential, like medicine. Today's guest understands the need for same-day delivery of prescriptions, vaccines, therapies, and other medical items. Derrick Miles is the Founder and CEO of CourMEd, a concierge health and wellness service. He's also a personal friend of Gerard...

We're starting off an awesome 5-episode Tampa Bay trip with Bastet Brewing--one of Tampa's newest breweries! Opened last year by homebrewing buddies, Huston Lett and Tom Ross, this brewery on the outskirts of Ybor City pays homage to Egyptian mythology and the cradle of civilization. Along with Johnny Crosskey from Tampa-based Craft Beer Ballers, listen to Huston and Tom as they discuss how the st...

In this episode, we dive deep into all things Web3, NFTs, and Miami Tech with Jeff Weisbein, founder of BestTechie and Hype Lab. Jeff's skills in bringing people together have led to Crypto Cackles, an upcoming collaboration with Coinbase NFT, which is as exciting as it is refreshing. On the tech headlines side of things, David and Craig chat about the HomeAdvisor "cheating scandal"  in Q1 of 2022...

Florida's Craft Beer Industry is (happily) no stranger to making great releases to support important causes. We are featuring two such beers from two North Florida breweries on this episode. First is Watchstander IPA from Jacksonville's Veterans United. This beer is brewed to support and raise awareness to The Fire Watch--a Florida organization created to end veteran suicide. We speak to president...

This episode is dedicated to all the cat lovers out there! Our guest today is Deb Quimby of Big Cat Rescue in Tampa. Yes, we're talking about THE Big Cat Rescue sanctuary that's featured in the popular Netflix docuseries, "Tiger King." Deb shares how she randomly found Big Cat Rescue on Facebook Live while she was still a nurse educator in Indiana. She also explains the many issues surrounding big...

BIG episode here! We open with a chat about how big tech companies are getting back to "normal" and where hybrid work may or may not fit into that flow. Then, our conversation with Jason Hill could potentially change your career path because his app, Owwll, could connect you with industry leaders in real-time, from anywhere on the planet! It's innovative, which is why we had to speak with him. Of...

On this episode, we dive deep with Glenn Hebert, the founder of the Horse Radio Network, which is a very successful media platform for all things equine. Glenn takes us on a lovely journey from the beginning of podcasting and how not just the equipment, but the overall technology behind producing on-air content has changed over the past few decades. Then, Clinton Muntean of Mainline Marketing shar...

There's a lot of fun with today's episode! Up first is Joe Dibecella--founder and owner of GroovyGuyGifts.com. If you haven't visited, it's a website full of some amazing gifts for pretty much anyone in your life. I am a particular fan of their glassware and coolers, and they've even branched out into cigar accessories! You'll hear from Joe about the founding of the site, what shoppers can expect,...

We're back with more "pot talk" on PART 2 of Gerard's conversation with the one and only Angie Willoughby, a.k.a. The Green Baker. If you haven't heard PART 1 yet, then what are you waiting for?? Once you're caught up, come back here and learn how edibles metabolize differently than smoking weed and why Angie says Black and LGBTQ+ representation is important in the cannabis industry. Plus, Angie e...

We are heading down the crypto rabbit hole on today's podcast! NFTs are starting to make some significant inroads in Florida's craft beer community; so, now is as good a time as ever to talk about it. We start with our friends at The Tank Brewing in Doral. Coming up on March 17th, they are releasing a beer and NFT project with their friends at Keg Plebs. Our conversation starts with SJ and Izaac--...

It's no secret that the IT industry is a predominantly male space. However, since the pandemic started, more and more women are leaving their jobs to pursue careers in tech. On today's episode, we speak to three students about their experience in New Horizon South Florida's "Women in Tech" program. We also chat with the program's executive director about the need for more opportunities for women i...

TECHxploration has arrived!! For our very first discovery on the inaugural episode of TECHxploration, we speak to Clinton Muntean, the founder of Mainline Marketing, about the latest AV trends. We also dive into the most effective microphones that emerged in conferences across the country during the pandemic. Plus, some Coinbase NFT news and a handy-dandy Tech Tip on CRMs. Come discover with us! H...

Cannabis. Marijuana. Grass. Mary Jane. Ganja. Flower. Weed.  Yep, we're talking (not smoking) pot on the next TWO episodes! Our guest today is Angie Willoughby, a.k.a. The Green Baker. Angie bakes and sells all kinds of yummy sweet treats that are infused with cannabis. Cannabis is a plant that's been plagued by stigmas and misinformation for decades. That's why Angie strives to educate both custo...

Who doesn't love free beer? And who wouldn't love an app to show them where to get the free beer? That's where Craftapped comes in. Members get exclusive access to deals from around our state (and many others as well). They've been in Florida for a minute, and are always looking to expand. To learn more, we spoke to Brian Turner, partner at Craftapped, to understand more about the origins of the a...

Enjoy this sizzle reel of Craig and David setting off on their exploration to discover the latest in FL tech and innovation! TECHxploration is your inside look-ahead at Florida's future–everything from emerging trends in leading-edge business to immersive family entertainment! Floridians are both creating and consuming some amazing innovations from shore to shore. This sizzle real features clips f...

TECHxploration is your inside look-ahead at Florida's future–everything from emerging trends in leading-edge business to immersive family entertainment! Floridians are both creating and consuming some amazing innovations from shore to shore. So, join Craig and David in exploring the innovative tech in our backyards—learning the latest in both tools for your business and innovative entertainment fo...

It's not every day that we get to feature an NAACP Image Award nominee! Our talented guest is none other than artist and animator Jason "JaFleu" Fleurant of Treal Toonz. His show, "Peanut Headz: Black History Toonz," was recently nominated for Outstanding Animated Series at this year's NAACP Image Awards. And, for the first time ever, Gerard has a very special co-host: Producer Jaime, a.k.a. the f...

Malt is, surprisingly, much more complicated and varied than I had originally thought! And, sometimes, a Florida brewery goes out-of-state to find just what they are looking for. That's what I learned when I spoke to Brent Manning, Co-founder of Riverbend Malt House in Asheville, NC. He had just flown back from Pensacola, doing a special 10th anniversary oyster stout with Bowigens Beer Company. So...

This one's a bit of fun, highlighting a few fantastic and completely Florida-grown brands I am sure you'll see at your nearest brewery soon. If you've ever played Drunk Jenga, but needed something a bit more portable, Dignity is for you! This deck contains hilarious challenges and dares for you and your friends to complete. We chat with founder and creator Karolina Bauza about the inspiration behi...

Part 2 of Gerard's conversation with Latrice Sampson Richards of Afros & Audio is now available for your ears! In this episode, they discuss how Black people are not a monolith, and how their unique experiences don't always align with society's narrative. Gerard and Latrice also highlight how Afros & Audio and the Vanguard Podcast Network are breaking barriers in an emerging medium following decad...