A Day in Miami Show

Most people don't think about what happens behind the doors of a hospital until they need one — but Faisal Gill thinks about it every single day. As CEO of HSA Hospital System he oversees multiple Miami facilities that were on the verge of collapse before his company stepped in. In this episode he breaks down exactly what it takes to rescue a failing hospital, fix its operations, and restore t...

Destiny Alvarez is running for Circuit Judge in Miami-Dade — and in this episode she makes the case for why she's the right person for the bench. She shares her background, what led her to law, the case that changed how she sees justice, and what qualities she believes matter most when someone is sitting in judgment of others. She also pulls back the curtain on the court system itself — what c...

Manjay isn't just a restaurant — it's a celebration of Caribbean culture on a plate. Christian Dominique joins us to break down how he built one of Miami's most unique food concepts, what makes his honey jerk chicken so legendary, and why the fusion of Haitian, Dominican, and West African flavors resonates so deeply with Miami's diverse community. He covers the full menu, bestselle...

Miami is growing faster than almost any city in America — and the land to accommodate that growth is running out. In this episode, Carlos Gonzalez of Lennar and Ed Easton of The Easton Group join us to break down what smart growth actually looks like and how their City Park project in West Kendall is designed to address Miami-Dade's most pressing urban challenges. They walk us through the full...

Miami's sandwich scene has never been hotter — and Subbin' Subs is right at the center of it. EJ Martinez joins us to break down what makes Subbin' different, how the cheesesteak rivalry with Peppi's has been great for business, and why Miami is finally becoming a city that takes sandwiches seriously. He covers the best sellers, the menu philosophy, no fries policy, influencer stra...

Raheem Sealey didn't start out as a BBQ pitmaster — but a pandemic, a backyard pop-up, and an obsession with perfecting brisket changed everything. In this episode the chef and founder of Drinking Pig BBQ walks us through his full journey, from growing up in the US Virgin Islands and opening KYU to launching a BBQ pop-up during COVID and turning it into one of Miami's most talked about res...

Most people have been doing the same health habits their entire lives — and Dr. Agustin Arietta is here to tell you which ones are completely wrong. In this episode Miami's go-to ENT doctor goes through everything from Q-tips and Vicks VapoRub to sleeping with wet hair and blowing your nose to unclog your ears. He also reveals how an ENT can immediately tell if a patient has been using cocaine...

Miami-Dade Commissioner Anthony Rodriguez joins us for a wide ranging conversation about what's happening in District 10 — starting with the biggest transformation Tropical Park has seen in decades. He walks us through the new running track, updated restrooms, shade for the bleachers, the equestrian area revival, park sponsorships, beautification efforts, and the massive July 4th celebration m...

Miami's historic courthouse has stood at the center of South Florida's most defining moments — and in this special episode we brought together some of Miami's most fascinating voices to tell its full story. Historian Seth Bramson, Judge Michael Chavies, Clerk of the Court Juan Fernandez Barquin, Commissioner Sally Heyman, developer Russell Galbut, and MJ Green join us for a conversatio...

David Burstyn of Winston Capital operates at the highest level of real estate lending in Miami — and in this episode, he pulls back the curtain on how ultra luxury deals actually get done. He walks us through why even the most high profile developers borrow money, the dangers of overleveraging, how banks fall short for big projects, and what he looks for before writing a check on a major deal. We...

Mario Ramil is one of Miami's most recognizable comedians — and in this episode he pulls back the curtain on how he built a career making people laugh by finding humor in the everyday moments of Miami life. He walks us through his beginnings, the jokes that failed, how he developed his characters, and the moment he realized he was really onto something. We get into his creative process, favori...

Jose Miguel Vera, SVP of Growth and Marketing at One Park Financial, joins us to share how his company has put over $1.5 billion into the hands of small business owners across the country — and why their human-first approach sets them apart from every other funding option out there. He walks us through how the process works, what the minimum requirements are, and why almost any business open for t...

Most people eat avocados every day without thinking twice about where they come from or what they're actually buying. Avo Fruit founder Omar Marrufo is here to change that. In this episode he pulls back the curtain on the avocado industry — from growing and distribution to store price differences, organic certification, and why the most famous avocado brand in America is really just a marketin...

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Morad Askari of Revive Surgical Institute joins us for one of the most eye-opening conversations we've had on the show. He breaks down the dangers of uncertified surgeons performing procedures in Miami, the real risks behind BBLs, the truth about Ozempic face, and why he sometimes refuses to perform surgeries altogether. We also get into fillers, tummy tucks...

Bankruptcy attorney Cristina Ortiz joins us to break down everything Miami residents need to know about debt, bankruptcy, and financial recovery. She walks us through the different types of bankruptcies, how to know when you're getting close to the edge, what the process actually looks like, and why filing for bankruptcy can be a relief rather than a defeat. We also get into credit repair scam...

Melissa Graziano joins us to tell the full story of how her family's Argentine butcher shop roots turned into one of Miami's most iconic restaurant groups. She walks us through the history of Graziano's, what it means to run a fully family-owned operation across multiple locations, and why their commitment to authentic wood-fire asadores — the only ones of their kind in the US — has ne...

Alex and Marcos Macías built Bayskate to bring something Miami has been missing for years — a world-class roller skating experience rooted in music, culture, and pure nostalgia. In this episode they walk us through the idea behind Bayskate, the cultural importance of roller skating, and how they created 10,000 square feet of skating space right in the heart of Coconut Grove. We get into the music,...

Miami Dade College serves more students than almost any other institution in the country — and its president Madeline Pumariega is making sure it stays ahead of what's coming. In this episode she walks us through how MDC is integrating AI into education, partnering with the county on workforce development, and preparing students for a job market that looks nothing like it did a decade ago. She...

Cristy Diaz didn't set out to become a voice for Miami women — but a spinal surgery, a social media moment, and a lot of courage later, here she is. In this episode she walks us through her journey from surgery recovery to podcast host, why she's committed to bringing the most uncomfortable women's topics into the open, and the stories that have moved her most along the way. She covers...

Chef Kenny Gilbert has done it all — competed on national television, built his own line of sauces and spices, and now serves as VP of Culinary for Grove Bay Hospitality, overseeing some of Miami's (and not only) most celebrated restaurants. In this episode he walks us through his journey, his TV competition experience, and what it really takes to build a lasting career in the culinary world....

Andres Camacho joins us to share the story of Miami Community Charter School — a K through 12 institution that's been quietly transforming lives in Florida City for years. He walks us through how the school is structured, who owns it, how it's funded, and what makes it different from a traditional public school experience. We get into favorite programs, sports, alumni involvement, post-gra...

Fui Martinez and Bryant Besu built Courtside Basketball League from the ground up — and it's become one of Miami's most exciting local sports communities. In this episode they break down how it all started, how they organize divisions, use AI to track stats and create highlight reels, and what their vision is for the future of Courtside. We also get into the hardest players to ref, 4-point...

Matt Kuscher didn't build Lokal and Kush by following a playbook — he figured it out the hard way. In this episode he breaks down the real challenges of running restaurants in Miami, from impossible landlords and lease negotiations to COVID, inflation, and what he'd tell his younger self knowing what he knows now. We also get into his time at Houston's, teaching hospitality at FIU, non...

Miami's new mayor Eileen Higgins joins us fresh off her first 100 days in office to break down exactly what she's been working on and what she's already changed. She covers permitting reform, fire and police station negligence, flooding and stormwater infrastructure, affordable housing, and the challenges that turned out to be harder than expected. We also get into the Veterans Museum,...

Hialeah is one of Miami-Dade's biggest and most culturally rich cities — and its youngest mayor in history is on a mission to modernize it. Bryan Calvo joins us to break down exactly what he's changing, from AI-powered permitting and property tax reform to mixed-use development and a full revitalization of Southeast Hialeah. He also opens up about the Cuba situation, money laundering conce...