Hidden Florida and Beyond

Just months after his first appearance on Hidden Florida & Beyond , Rana Ghosh returns under very different circumstances. When Rana first joined the podcast, he was the Chief Commercial Officer of Spirit Airlines , helping lead one of America's most recognizable airlines through a challenging period. Before that episode even had time to make the rounds, Spirit's story took a dramatic turn. Af...

Travel writer, food journalist, and The Browardist co-founder Jesse Scott joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a wide-ranging conversation about journalism, travel, local culture, and why Broward County deserves a bigger spotlight. The conversation dives into the launch of The Browardist , his mission to create a daily source for local news and culture, and the challenges of building independent...

In this special host-only episode of Hidden Florida & Beyond , Frankie, Amelia, and John sit down to talk about everything from baby teeth and colonoscopies to weed, weddings, parenting, and why golf might be the worst activity for couples. Hidden Florida & Beyond...where the real stories live beneath the surface. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leonard Goldberg , founder and CEO of Gold Aviation Services , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at the world of private aviation, high-net-worth clients, and what it really takes to operate a successful aircraft charter company for more than three decades.  From managing private jets for celebrities, athletes, entrepreneurs, and ultra-wealthy travele...

Jill Kaye , owner of Fort Lauderdale's The Color Cove , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a candid, hilarious conversation about entrepreneurship, beauty trends, and the surprisingly chaotic world of professional hair care.  The conversation dives into the reality of being a hairstylist, which, according to Jill, is often equal parts artist, entrepreneur, therapist, and secret keeper. Fro...

In this special host-only episode of Hidden Florida & Beyond , Frankie, Amelia, and John sit down to catch up, overshare, and accidentally learn way more about each other than anyone was expecting.  Amelia explains why she found herself trying to sneak onto the set of a television show filmed in Fort Lauderdale, reveals her plan to become an extra just to recruit a guest for the podcast,...

Spero Georgedakis , founder and CEO of Good Greek Moving & Storage , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, policing, customer service, and the unexpected path from SWAT team officer to one of South Florida's most recognizable business owners. Before building Good Greek into a nationally recognized moving and relocation company, Spero spent ne...

Ashley O , longtime South Florida radio personality and founder of  Ashley O's Food Fight , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a funny, candid conversation about broadcasting, community impact, and the unexpected twists that shaped her career. What started as an accidental path into radio turned into a career connecting with listeners across South Florida and Central Florida. Ashley shares...

Camila Clark, Senior Vice President of Strategic Communications for Visit Lauderdale, joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a fascinating conversation about tourism, destination marketing, and what makes Greater Fort Lauderdale one of the most dynamic places to live, visit, and explore.  With more than two decades in hospitality, tourism, and communications, Camila shares how a career built a...

In this special host-only episode of Hidden Florida & Beyond , Frankie, Amelia, and John sit down to do what they do best: go completely off the rails. John reignites a grudge with a former coworker, Amelia recaps her first-ever Buc-ee's experience, and Frankie has reached a new milestone in getting old. They also talk about fantasy football punishments, Australian culture, parenting philosoph...

Gabby Allen , longtime in-arena host for the back-to-back Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers , television personality, media host, and co-host of the I’m With Her Podcast , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for an honest conversation about sports, entertainment, mental health, and the reality of living life in the spotlight.  Known to Panthers fans as one of the most recognizable voi...

After more than three decades with the Miami Police Department , including serving as the city's 43rd Chief of Police, Manny Morales joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a candid conversation as he reflects on a career dedicated to public service. From his early days as a military police officer in the U.S. Army to leading one of America's most recognizable police departments, Manny shares the ex...

Guy Bavli What happens when a world-renowned mentalist crashes a food festival? In this special mini episode, we sit down with Guy Bavli , whose mind-bending show has captivated audiences around the world and is now a staple at Fort Lauderdale's historic Riverside Hotel. Guy explains the difference between magic and mentalism before leaving us completely speechless with demonstrations that have to...

Casa Playa Just steps from Fort Lauderdale Beach, Casa Playa brings the vibrant flavors of Latin America to a stylish, beach-chic setting. Inspired by the cuisines of Peru, Colombia, Argentina, Spain, and beyond, the restaurant pairs fresh coastal ingredients with bold, authentic recipes and handcrafted cocktails. Whether you're stopping by for brunch, happy hour, or a memorable dinner, Casa Playa...

Wan's Mandarin House A Fort Lauderdale landmark since 1966, Wan's Mandarin House has been serving authentic Cantonese and traditional Chinese cuisine for nearly six decades. Now operated by the fourth generation of the Wan family, the restaurant blends time-honored family recipes with warm hospitality that has kept generations of guests coming back. As one of Broward County's longest-standing fami...

Sunness Supper Club & Bar Betty Sunness Supper Club blends the nostalgia of a classic American supper club with a fresh, modern approach to dining. The chef-driven menu features elevated comfort food, handcrafted cocktails, and warm hospitality in a stylish yet inviting atmosphere. The culinary program is led by Chef Allen Susser , the only two-time James Beard Award-winning chef in Broward Co...

Craft Food Tours Craft Food Tours offers a delicious way to experience Greater Fort Lauderdale beyond the typical restaurant visit. Their guided walking food tours combine chef-selected tastings, local history, and behind-the-scenes stories, giving guests the chance to explore neighborhoods one bite at a time. Whether you're a longtime local or visiting for the first time, Craft Food Tours showcas...

Stacy Ritter, President & CEO of Visit Lauderdale We sit down with  Stacy Ritter , President & CEO of Visit Lauderdale, to talk about the mission behind Dine Out Lauderdale and why supporting local restaurants matters more than ever. Stacy shares how the annual dining event helps Broward County restaurants navigate the slower summer months while giving locals the chance to experience...

Chelsea Michaels , trained family nurse practitioner and aesthetic medicine specialist, joins  Hidden Florida & Beyond for a candid conversation about beauty, aging, wellness, and the science behind some of today's most talked-about treatments. With a background spanning pediatrics, plastic surgery, and aesthetic medicine, Chelsea shares her journey from studying business and considering...

CeCe Luca, founder of Sorted Living Company and former organizing expert with Netflix's The Home Edit , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a fun, behind-the-scenes conversation about clutter, organization, and the surprising psychology behind why so many of us struggle to keep our homes in order. After years of helping everyone from busy families to celebrities create order out of chaos, CeCe s...

Mela Headley, licensed mental health clinician and relationship therapist , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for an honest, eye-opening conversation about intimacy, communication, and the relationship issues most people struggle with. Drawing from her work with individuals and couples, Mela breaks down the difference between sex and sexuality, why so many people learn about intimacy from the wron...

Olivia Rae , host of Local 10's SoFlo H2O , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a fun, candid conversation about her journey from being an introverted high school student to becoming one of South Florida's most recognizable lifestyle TV personalities. Olivia shares how a high school journalism class pushed her out of her comfort zone, eventually leading her into television, small-market reportin...

Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar , joins Hidden Florida & Beyond for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to operate one of the most ambitious luxury resort destinations in the Caribbean. Graeme breaks down the scale of the operation - from thousands of employees and guests at any time to dozens of restaurants, a massive casino, and nonstop events - all working together like a small ci...

Chef Louie Bossi - founder of Louie Bossi’s Ristorante and partner behind multiple South Florida restaurant concepts - joins  Hidden Florida & Beyond for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a restaurant that people can’t stop talking about. Louie breaks down why consistency matters more than anything else, how staffing challenges after COVID chang...

Two very different worlds—music and golf—but a surprisingly similar mindset behind success. Grammy Award‑winning artist Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men and viral golf personality Fat Perez (Bob Does Sports) join Hidden Florida & Beyond for a unique back‑to‑back episode recorded in the Bahamas at the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation Celebrity Invitational. Shawn kicks things off with a...