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We caught up with author and advocate Dasheeda Dawson on the streets of NYC! Dasheeda is the unofficial "cannabis czar" in NYC and is part of the movement to get it recognized as medicine instead of contraband. She's so interesting and so fun, check it out!

The Laszlo Fischer Foundation is back for their second year putting on a fund raising golf tournament to help continue their mission to house kids as they age out of the foster care system. This underserved community finds themselves tossed out on the streets when they turn 18 and the Laszlo Fischer Foundation steps in to provide housing, work opportunities, and education to these kids.  No need t...

Well this episode is a very special treat because we are hearing from our very own Colby Berchin and his real estate partner Jennifer Souza! The insight these two bring to any discussion on the current real estate market - both in Boca Raton and beyond - is incredibly helpful and incredibly vast! If you're looking to sell a home, buy a home, check out a condo, or just want to know what's...

Life has been twisty and turny for Lauren Wax. But she has always had the courage to let the waves of life take her where she should go. And it's worked out big time! She has now, among other things, founded a wildly successful PR office called etc. pr. Beyond the world of public relations, Lauren turned her food and restaurant review side hustle into her own corner of the internet where you...

Our dear friend Cathy Heller, the Queen of podcasts, is back! And the love and positivity flows so freely from her that you will find yourself smiling the whole time. Her energy is infectious and her words will deeply inspire you. And this is just a regular ol conversation! Don't miss it, you'll be so glad you tuned in.

Amber Love Bond will charm you instantly! As soon as we started talking it was obvious how she's been able to navigate so many cities and countries across the globe and find the coolest restaurants and bars in existence. She felt that little tug towards adventure and jumped in with both feet and now has her dream job (dream life!) jetsetting and finding amazing places. She's got recommen...

Natalie Walsh has squeezed a few extra lifetimes into her years as she continuously adds varied expertise to her business. She can create a magical place for your wedding, she can guide a newbie into the world of self care and meditation, she can empower you through incredible portraits (clothes optional!), and so much  more.  So how does someone get the guidance and the courage to find these new...

When Dion McGregor looked for skincare products for people her age, she didn't like what she found. So she made her own! Skin Feed Cosmetic uses the most incredible ingredients in proprietary, lab researched blends that can work wonders on your skin. Or as they say- The Skin Feed is not just a skincare brand; it's the architect of feeding your skin and commitment to your skin's well...

Carol Alt has had an incredible career as a supermodel and actress, but as she felt her energy levels fading she knew she needed a change. After trying all sorts of alternatives she discovered the raw food diet and has never looked back. Now she bubbles over with energy and can tell you all the benefits of raw food from how she looks and feels all the way down to the molecular changes of cooked fo...

Nicole Comis wanted to combine her years of experience in the fashion industry with the magic she found running a shop in Puerto Rico. That landed her in Boca with her store turned community hub, The Shoppe. By including independent beauty and wellness services with her retail fashion store Nicole created a place for people to hang out and take care of themselves without breaking the bank. The Sho...

Rosewood Residences are coming to Hillsboro Beach, just down the sand from Boca Raton and they are STUNNING. We were lucky enough to get a walkthrough to see renderings and plans and these places are seriously like living in a 5 star resort every single day. We're talking to Bonnie Heatzig who knows all the ins and outs, little details, gorgeous plans, and how to get in! 

Michael Fischer was struck by the impossible situation so many foster kids find themselves in as they age out of the system at 18. Often they feel like there's nothing for them, and nowhere to go. And that can lead to some dark scenarios. So in steps the Laszlo Fischer Foundation - named after Michael's late father. The foundation helps these kids and even offers some a place to live int...

Jo-Ann Geffen has been around show business and met... everybody?? She's got stories with singers, actors, politicians, and more. Want to hear how she got caught in family drama with an furious Nancy Reagan and Barbara Walters? Hit play!

Sean and Brian created Ticket2Events after working event job after event job, knowing they could do it better themselves. And now their parties are the favorite stops for the stars that get the invite. From insane gift bags to 18 carat admission wristbands these guys bring a bigger and better WOW factor every single year. So how do you throw extravagant parties that your celeb guests will remember...

Stephanie Pitts was struck by inspiration. Let's make a place where kids can make art - no matter how messy - where no grown up is telling them what to make or how to make it. And she called it artNEST. It turns out this idea is an incredible one- her studio and classes and classroom visits have gone from successful to wildly popular beyond her hopes for the business. If you're looking f...

When Jade Sklaver first created StyleChild she didn't realize how popular it would be! Kids and their parents are constantly looking for convenience but are tired of sacrificing style. But StyleChild fixes that! These easier to get on-and-off shoes are beautifully designed with tons of color and character. Plus you can customize your sneaks!  And then, almost by accident, Jade made StyleChild...

Debra Strougo Frohlich knew her idea would be a hit. But she didn't know how much it would change her life! Our brilliant friend Debra joins us today to talk about how to start a business you love and the importance of your core group of friends/colleagues/support. She also happens to be hilarious so you're going to love this one!

Sam Denis, Founder and CEO of allyoos is obsessed with using clean ingredients to make you look and feel like yourself. She's put in the time and the work to figure out how to make innovative products that you can trust. Her journey from quitting a job she *loved to running her own clean beauty brand is amazing to listen to. If you're in the market for some inspiration to do you own, bet...

Jake Burhans is a fresh face in the real estate market but he and his company are making waves. When you've been in the business for a long time it's easy to find your groove and stick to it, so what a huge breath of fresh air to talk to someone new to the business and hear about the current state of tech and automation in real estate! No matter what industry you're in it's vit...

Bill Curtin has had his hands in most trends that you love- especially when it comes to denim. Bill runs BPD WASHHOUSE, the only full service washhouse specializing in denim on the east coast. They can transform a designer's vision into reality like no one else can thanks to their incredible technical knowledge and creative artistry.  Bill opened our eyes to the complexities of what goes into...

Your stress grows with every RSVP. Your big event looms and you're starting to feel like it's going to be a disaster... until you call Heather Rouffe! Heather is a Managing Partner at Atlas Event Rentals and she has seen it ALL. She brings all of her knowledge and experience to every event she works on to make each one unique, beautiful, on trend, and timeless. She joins us today to shar...

Lori Klein spent decades on call for the one and only Barbara Walters. As Barbara's chosen makeup artist, Lori saw the industry change completely over the years. She also got to meet every President and every A-list celebrity out there. She's truly had a front row seat to modern history and she's here to give us a peek into what life was like working with such a respected journalist...

Happy New Year! This week we're reposting one of our first episodes with the INCREDIBLE CATHY HELLER that we know you'll love whether you're listening again or if you missed it the first time! The one and only CATHY HELLER, queen of podcasts, talked to us today about life, love, chasing your dreams, and the weird paths life takes us on. Her positive energy will flow out of your spea...

Jenna Wolfe is such an inspiration. She tells story after story of how she found what she wanted and went after it- getting qualified for her big jobs as she was doing them! And how after a mastectomy and hysterectomy her outlook on life is completely different in a really inspiring way. You have to listen to this one, you'll laugh and be inspired at the same time. It will change your day!

Alan Wan does it all! Acting, hosting, stunts... if he learns ballroom dancing he'll be unstoppable. Alan has had a huge career with shows and movies in Hong Kong and Singapore and now in Hollywood! He breaks down what it takes to get ready for big roles and doing your own stunts. Just a fascinating conversation with the most charming artist you'd ever hope to meet! Check it out!