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Happy Friday, Miami! Hoodie season is peeking in—cool nights, sunny days, and a packed weekend line-up. In this Cafecito y Croquetas episode, we run through the best things to do around the 305 and where to eat after. What’s on deck: E1 Miami GP (Virginia Key): all-electric powerboat racing with celeb-owned teams—make it a beach day and catch the action from the water. Miami Beach Polo World Cup (...

Today on the Stay Tranquilo Podcast , Andre sits down with Donny Joshua-Felix — performance coach at DBC , lifelong runner and former Howard University soccer player — for a real conversation about identity, faith, discipline, and the mindset it takes to actually become the person you say you want to be. From growing up in a Haitian Christian household (grandfather a pastor, dad a church musician)...

Good morning y bienvenidos back to Cafecito y Croquetas ! Today we’re joined by Saidin Hernández , an estate & tax planning attorney serving U.S. and international families, family offices, and entrepreneurs. We dive into the real drivers of generational wealth transfer (spoiler: it’s more succession than taxes), how to involve the next generation early, and why the billable hour may be dead in th...

Welcome back to Cafecito y Croquetas , Miami’s favorite morning show powered by Stay Tranquilo ☕ Happy Monday & happy start to holiday season! Today we’re diving into BIG Miami news and impactful community stories: 🌴 Miami Community & Caribbean Support Hurricane Melissa brought heavy devastation across Jamaica and parts of the Caribbean. With nearly 80% of Jamaica without power and major infrast...

Miami’s most haunted places, spooky legends, and true ghost stories—right in our backyard. In this Halloween special of Cafecito y Croquetas , we explore haunted Miami : the infamous Villa Paula (Little Haiti) , the Biltmore Hotel (Coral Gables) and its 13th-floor myth, the historic Miami City Cemetery (1897) , plus a nod to the Dering Estate burial mounds. We compare top Halloween candies (Reese’...

In this episode of Cafecito y Croquetas , we sit down with Ivan Herrera , Founder & CEO of Univista Insurance , to hear one of the most powerful immigrant success stories in Miami. From escaping communist Cuba and attempting to flee by raft, to working construction on his second day in America, Ivan’s journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and the American Dream. With just $40,000 , Ivan and...

Happy Halloween week! We’re in full costume mode (Power Ranger, Dumb & Dumber vibes and more) and diving into a wild Monday mix: the reported “Louvre heist,” an interstellar object cruising through our solar system, AI/movie rabbit holes, and whether trick-or-treating is falling off—or just evolving into adult bar crawls. Grab your cafecito and let’s get spooky. ☕🧟‍♂️ What we cover: Our Hallowee...

Miami is on 🔥 this weekend! From the Jonas Brothers hitting the stage to Latin Music Week taking over the city – we’re breaking down the biggest events, concerts, pop-ups, and nightlife you can’t miss. In this episode of Cafecito y Croquetas , we cover: 🎤 Jonas Brothers LIVE in Miami – what to expect & how to get last-minute tickets 🎶 Latin Music Week highlights and the hottest artists pulling...

Today’s episode is a powerful reminder of purpose, service, and love. We sit down with Raymond Rodriguez (Co-founder of the Live Like Bella® movement) to share Bella’s story—her fight, her joy, and the mission that carries her legacy forward: helping families battling childhood cancer and accelerating research. In this conversation: Bella’s journey and the moment “Live Like Bella” was born How a v...

☕ What’s Brewing This Week: A North Miami Beach police officer starts a Domino Club at a local high school to connect cultures and bring students together—no phones, just real conversation and tradition. Miami Fashion Week kicks off with major designers, events, and local flair lighting up the city. The EDM scene was booming this weekend at the Three Points Festival. Overtown receives a $175 mill...

☕ Cafecito y Croquetas — brought to you by H&CO & Stay Tranquilo 🌴 We’re back with your favorite morning cafecito crew talking all things Miami — from this week’s hottest events like 3 Points Festival and art pop-ups across Wynwood, to the latest in local culture, sports, and everything that makes the 305 vibe unmatched. Join us as we mix good conversation, laughs, and community stories over a c...

On this Cafecito y Croquetas episode, we sit down with Pablo Barreiro , Chairman of FORTEC Modern Real Estate —recently recognized by the South Florida Business Journal for rapid growth—to talk about a mission that’s bigger than buildings: fixing America’s childcare deserts through early-education real estate. Pablo shares how his path from broker (plus a law degree) led to launching a preschool-f...

Miami is buzzing! In this week’s episode of Cafecito y Croquetas brought to you by Stay Tranquilo & H&CO, we’re diving into all the feel-good news happening around the 305. From Gloria Estefan officially getting a street named after her in Miami (well deserved, queen 👑), to Billie Eilish making waves in the Magic City, there’s plenty to celebrate. We’ll also highlight more positive stories coming...

What we cover: • Pilates & Lattes at Chase Stadium (Inter Miami) : first-of-its-kind co-ed Pilates fest + match day vibes • Class lineup: 4:30 PM Spanish Mat w/ Val , a classic flow w/ Steph Katz , and a Pilates Bootcamp w/ Dorian • Wellness activations (hydration, sunscreen, photo ops) + post-event game seating together • Breaking the stigma: why men should try Pilates/yoga & how it complements s...

From showcasing local success stories to helping the next generation of entrepreneurs, this conversation dives into: 💼 The inspiration behind the H&CO. x Stay Tranquilo collaboration 🌴 How Miami’s business landscape has transformed since the ’80s ☕ The importance of culture, connection, and cafecito in building relationships 👥 Empowering new leaders through storytelling If you’re passionate ab...

Good morning, fam! Welcome to the first episode of Cafecito y Croquetas —your Miami-flavored morning show. Today we’re kicking off with feel-good news and culture: Bad Bunny to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show—what it means for the NFL and the Latino community Freedom Tower reopens this month—why it matters for Miami and the Cuban diaspora Miami Police Ride : 19 officers biking 260 miles to r...

“One of the most surreal moments—and we didn’t even know the history we were making.” FSU legend Roberto Aguayo sits down with Stay Tranquilo to walk through the 2013 national championship run, life under Jimbo Fisher, playing with Jameis Winston, the Clemson beatdown, Auburn in Pasadena, and what it really takes to be elite as a specialist. We also dig into today’s college game—NIL, the transfer...

From “can’t miss” FSU legend to second-round draft pick—and the public adversity that followed. In Part 2, Roberto Aguayo gives a raw, step-by-step breakdown of the NFL transition: the swing change he made right after college, why it hurt early, how he rebuilt his motion and confidence, and what it’s like dealing with expectations, media, and identity when the ball stops splitting the uprights. He...

We’re live from Pitbull Stadium with a very special guest — FIU legend and current DB coach Anthony Gaitor. From his days as a three-time All-Sun Belt standout and NFL Draft pick to now leading FIU’s secondary, Gaitor shares his journey, the importance of doing it “in your backyard,” and why this season feels like 2010 all over again. We dive into: Gaitor’s favorite FIU playing memories (Texas A&M...

“You don’t reach excellence by accident.”Olympic snowboarder Alex Deibold joins us to share the powerful journey behind his Olympic medal — and the challenges that came after it. From early sacrifices and heartbreak in Vancouver, to finally reaching the podium in Sochi, Alex takes us through the highs, the lows, and the deep identity crisis that comes after a sports career ends. Now, through commu...

In this episode of the Stay Tranquilo Podcast (in partnership with PAC – Pro Athlete Community), former Miami Dolphins and Florida Gators linebacker Jelani Jenkins opens up about his football career, the transition out of sports, and the deep inner work that reshaped his life. We go beyond the stats and highlight reel to explore: ✅ The pressures of playing for Urban Meyer & Florida during the Swa...

Join us in this inspiring athlete documentary as we delve into the life of Julius Thomas, the NFL's most interesting tight end, and his journey of career reinvention and personal growth. From the highs of sports success to the lows of mental health struggles, Thomas's story is a testament to the power of mental resilience and the importance of athlete mindset. In this sports documentary, we explor...

From Last Chance U to the NFL and back again — John Franklin III opens up like never before. In this powerful episode of Life After Sports, John reflects on a journey defined by perseverance, faith, and purpose. He shares what it was like going from Florida State to Auburn to FAU, how he battled through constant position changes, injuries, and being overlooked — and how it ultimately led him to hi...

In the premiere of Life After Sports, former New England Patriots safety Devin McCourty opens up about the full scope of his 13-year NFL career — from being a late bloomer in high school football to becoming a first-round draft pick, team captain, and 3-time Super Bowl champion. In this episode, Devin discusses: - Being labeled a "special teams pick" on draft night - Growing up in a single-parent...

We caught up with Jerry Plush, Chairman & CEO of Amerant Bank, at the Latinos In Sports event in Miami, FL to talk about the growing intersection between sports, community, and culture. As presenting sponsor, Amerant is making major moves across South Florida—partnering with teams like the Florida Panthers, Miami Heat, Tampa Bay Rays, and now Fort Lauderdale United. Jerry shares how the bank’s ini...