Can't Shovel Hurricanes

Today, I have a very special guest joining me: my business partner and great friend, Joseph Nicosia. In this episode, we dive deep into a pivotal moment in our professional journey when I suggested expanding our team into the sunny lands of South Florida. We share candid insights about how that decision impacted our business relationship and the challenges we faced along the way. Now, nearly a yea...

I had the honor of sitting down with the dynamic power couple, Pam and Bob Weinroth. Pam, a transplant from Winnipeg, and Bob, the former mayor of Palm Beach County, are true pillars of their community. Their unwavering dedication to serving the people of South Florida is truly inspiring. As we delved into our conversation, I was blown away by their wealth of knowledge and deep understanding of th...

Today's guest is someone special to me, as this episode allowed us to reconnect after years of being apart. I am thrilled to have my old friend Rob Feliz joining me on the show. Rob's journey has taken him back and forth between the vibrant streets of New York City and the sunny shores of South Florida. In our conversation, we dive into the fascinating topic of lifestyle differences between these...

Get ready for an exhilarating episode of my podcast as I had the pleasure of chatting with the extraordinary Barbara Blake Boy, the Executive Director at Broward County Planning Council. Let me tell you, Barbara is one of the most fascinating and knowledgeable individuals I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. We dove headfirst into a captivating discussion about the future of Broward County and...

In a deeply sincere podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Niren, President and CEO of Visplace, an immigration law firm, and his wife Michelle Niren. Our conversation centered around the tremendous impact their firm, as well as their personal support, had on me and my entire family. It was because of their dedication and guidance that helped un in making the decision to move...

In my recent podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nora Anderson, the head of school at Temple Beth Am Day School in Miami. Our conversation centered around the remarkable growth of the school's mission and Nora's unwavering drive and experience in leading it. It was evident from our discussion that Nora is an exceptionally driven individual who brings a holistic vision to her stude...

During a deeply heartfelt podcast episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Mark Gotlieb, a Planning Attorney who opened up about his personal journey as a parent of a special needs child and a sibling to someone with special needs. Mark's vulnerability and sensitivity in sharing his experiences were truly touching. We explored the challenges he faced in navigating the complex world of estate...

I recently had an amazing podcast conversation with Marty Haberer, where we delved into the exciting developments happening at the Adolph & Rose Levis JCC. You see, as the CEO of the JCC, Marty plays a pivotal role in representing the organization and shaping strategies to strengthen our engagement and impact on the Jewish community. We had a blast discussing the growth into South Florida and the...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Ben G Schachter, the CEO of The Signature Real Estate Companies. With nearly 2000 realtors under his management across the country, Ben had a wealth of knowledge to share about the rigorous process of becoming a Signature Realtor. Our conversation was not just informative, but also creative as we explored the various impacts of COVID-19 on the real estate market...

In this hilarious podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented and funny Simona Davidov, better known as Itssmeog to her hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram and TikTok. From the moment we started talking, she had me in stitches as she regaled me with her tales of transitioning from Brooklyn to South Florida. Simona had a way of making the not-so-subtle differenc...

In this touching one-hour podcast, my wife Frances and I discuss the challenges we face as a couple in both our personal and professional lives. As the CEO of The Play Base, a cross-border autism and behavioral company, Frances talks about the difficulties of managing a growing business while also raising our kids. We dive deep into our experiences of expanding The Play Base without a support netw...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Mohamed Dweidar, CEO and Founder of Accountants on Air. We covered a range of topics, including AI, investment strategies, time management, and his move to South Florida. Mohamed's expertise in these areas provided valuable insights and practical tips for listeners looking to improve their financial and personal lives. We talked about how AI is changing the acco...

On this podcast we're about to take a deep dive into the exciting world of US real estate financing! And, who better to guide us than Laurent Abitbol, a Montreal native who ventured into the US mortgage industry 21 years ago. Laurent specializes in Foreign National loans.    Hypotec Inc is a lender and broker that offers buyers access to an entire platform of lenders. This allows buyers to get the...

"I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Stacey Rosenberg and Adele Fine, the heads of school at Betty & Marvin Zale Early Childhood Learning Center. Our podcast conversation was heartfelt and filled with laughter as they shared their experiences and insights into the public and private school system. Both Stacey and Adele are warm, engaging, and inspiring women who bring their unique perspec...

In this podcast episode, I had the privilege of talking to Marc Gedeon, a cross-border tax, accounting, and legal expert licensed to practice in California and Ontario, Canada. He represents, professional athletes, entertainers, executives, and business owners. We discussed his move to South Florida from California and Toronto, as well as his expertise in taxes. Marc's insights into the tax and le...

has been in practice for over 20 years. He has dedicated his life to helping patients feel better in their own skin and has performed countless surgeries over the years. In this episode, we will cover a variety of topics with Dr. Kovacs, including the ins and outs of medical insurance for patients and what it's like to cut into a human for the first time. We will dive deep into the world of plasti...

I had an amazing conversation with the head of school at Donna Klein Jewish Academy. We discussed various topics, including security, education, community, and Israel. Her passion and genuine authenticity stood out during our chat. She emphasized the importance of safety on campus, with state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated security team in place. Her commitment to education was also clear,...

Anders Eriksson is a former ice hockey player that played in the NHL. Andres Eriksson won 2 Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings. Andres and I chatting about what hockey looks like from a different perspective, especially for those moving to South Florida from hockey hotbeds like Toronto. We also chatted about his NHL career and why he decided to settle on South Florida as his home.

Christina travels often from Ohio to her several podcast locations. We chatted security issues and some situations she wished she was better protected. She is and incredible human and has an interesting perspective.