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The holiday season brings lots of cheers, and for some, lots of jeers. Buying gifts and visiting relatives can be burdensome and downright stressful. It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle that comes with December, so those who are less fortunate are often overlooked. Today's guest seeks those who society typically labels "forgettable."  Umberto Rosi is the co-founder of The Give Back...

It's Part 2 of our Rocky Water Brew Fest extravaganza! On this episode, we speak to Max Green, owner of currently-in-construction non-alcoholic brewery, Leader Brewing; Sanford Brewing co-owner Bo Hallowes; Dirty Oar Beer Co. co-owner and brewer Chris Hughes; and all the way from south Florida, we chat with 3 Sons Head of Operations, Dustin Jeffers, and NOBO Brewing co-owner and brewer, Tim Dornbl...

What happens with you're staying on the Space Coast, but you can't get an interview because everyone's at a beer festival? You go to that beer festival, too! This is Part 1 of our LIVE report from Rocky Water Brew Fest, coming from Eau Gallie Square in Melbourne--just a few blocks away from Intracoastal Brewing. This event features the best and brightest from the Space Coast craft beer scene, plus...

Thanksgiving was yesterday, but that doesn't mean we can't keep this thankfulness train rollin'! Today's episode features two familiar guests ... Gerard and Amber! In this lighthearted and fun conversation, these two chat about their Thanksgiving plans and what's making them feel grateful these days. Plus, they reflect on some of the silver linings in the turbulent professional and personal journe...

Beer in Lake Park? Beer in Lake Park. Way up in northern Palm Beach County is the sleepy little hamlet of Lake Park. It's booming, though, and is starting to become a hub for Palm Beach County craft beer--thanks to breweries like Coastal Karma. To learn more about them, we sat down with owner and brewer Charles Chase. We talk about the awesomeness of the future of Lake Park, creating a homey and w...

We are absolutely THRILLED to introduce the newest Florida Podcast Network hosts, Craig Brooks and David Forman! Today's guests are the hosts of TECHxploration, a brand new podcast featuring the fascinating Floridians behind the state's technology and business industries. Craig and David tell Gerard how their 25-year friendship helped them start and grow Clarity Creative in Orlando. Also, they dis...

The North Miami Brewfest is coming back! This is the 4th year for the event (we're not counting last year). So, we brought back Dr. Michael Cheng, Dean of FIU's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, to talk about the event and what this year will feature. From there, we speak to Maja and Kevin from 3 Mavins. This exciting new beer company focuses on two things: 1) bringing tasty beer...

We visit Prision Pals Brewing in Doral--a production brewery right in the flight path of MIA. Argentine expats, Juan Pipkin and Diego Setti, are making a wide variety of beers to distribute throughout the even wider array of Miami-Dade County and beyond. I spoke to them about the differences between the Florida and Argentinean craft beer scenes, the importance of honey beer, and how Miami is becom...

As we've noted many times on the show, mentorship can be helpful and fulfilling for both a mentor and mentee. Today's guests are the perfect example of this dynamic relationship. Silvana Roncal mentored Jennifer Perez through a nonprofit organization called LEAP, which stands for Ladies Empowerment and Action Program. The organization places businesswomen in the Homestead Correctional Institution...

The City of Palm Beach is home to some of the wealthiest people in the world, including former President Donald Trump. If you head a few miles west, you'll find a city known for its diverse cultural arts, nightlife scene, and low-income neighborhoods: West Palm Beach. Patrick McNamara, the CEO and president of the Palm Health Foundation, knows that a resident's zip code could determine their healt...

Previously, Orlando's Ivanhoe Park Brewing celebrated their anniversary, Return to Joyland, with special beer releases. This year, they're expanding the party with a beerfest on Oct. 16th! We speak to owner, Glenn Closson, about the impetus for creating a brewfest, details, and friends that will be coming to party! From there, we head to Clearwater and Big Storm Brewing--big supporters of Ales for...

It's been a long, strange ride before the opening of Pensacola's newest brewery, Alga Beer Co.! Today we welcome co-founder and brewer, Brett Reid, back to the podcast to talk about the labor of love that went into opening this new location. We'll chat about the history of Alga, moving to Pensacola, and the joy of renovations. And whatever happened to Camaro Hair...? Host: David Butler of the Flor...

It's 2021 which means it's time to finally wave goodbye to papers, folders, and filing cabinets! Today's technology allows businesses to go completely paperless. Owners can now access important documents right at their fingertips, especially if they use the Virtual Badge app. Today's guest is Georges Duplessy, the co-founder of Virtual Badge. The app helps employers keep track of their employees b...

Step aside and make way for the next generation of entrepreneurs! Elvanice Previlma and Chevron Bucknor are in their early twenties, and they're already making major money moves. They're the co-founders of Future Billionheir, a company dedicated to inspiring success, motivating stability, and leaving a legacy for emerging entrepreneurs. They're also co-hosts of the Future Billionheir Podcast where...

Today we speak to Andrew Mendez, co-owner of Mendez Fuel in Miami. What may look like just an unassuming gas station on the outside, these special stops actually carry a high end selection of craft beer, natural wines, gourmet food, and a full service lunch counter on the inside. We'll talk to Andrew about how he and his brother decided to turn a Mobil Mart into one of Miami's best sources of craf...

We've all faced adversity at some point in our lives. Maybe you're facing adversity now. Well, today's guest, Ana Lucia Chaverria, can definitely relate. She's faced many uphill battles within the past few years, but she's learning to find ways to conquer those battles and see the green grass on the other side. Ana Lucia tells Gerard about how working in the finance industry for 14 years "ate her...

What's better than a cocktail kit pre-loaded with booze, ingredients, and a live mixology class? One delivered to your door! That's exactly what Mixology Mixer has with their monthly Club Mix boxes--a subscription box featuring alcohol and ingredients to make three different, exciting cocktails. Plus each box also comes with a live online class with one of their experienced mixologists who will ta...

Can you imagine a neighborhood with 20 miles of walking and biking trails, a community farm filled with fresh produce, a spacious state-of-the-art fitness center, and a luxurious pool overlooking a beautiful lake? Well, that's Arden in a nutshell. Donald Smith is the Lifestyle Director for Arden -- an "agrihood" in Palm Beach County. He tells Gerard what exactly "agrihood" means (hint: agriculture...

There's a lot of fun to be had on this episode of the Florida Beer Podcast. To begin, we speak to Shane Kiffin Ayres, brewmaster at High Springs Brewing. He's also the creator of Brewery! The Card Game, a fun new game you can get to play at brewing beer recipes with your friends. We chat with him to learn a bit more about the game and its creation. From there, we welcome Frances Antonio-Martineau,...

It's tough being a kid these days. Who wants to grow up during a global pandemic? But before COVID-19 stole 2020, there was another growing, generational issue in the U.S.: the opioid epidemic. It's people like Dr. Suzanne Spencer who strive to protect children from encountering substance abuse. She's the CEO of the Living Skills in the Schools (LSIS) non-profit organization. Dr. Spencer and her t...

Bone Hook Brewing has grown from a little craft beer outpost in a strip mall to anchoring that mall AND anchoring southwest Florida beer. The liquid fueling that growth is the brainchild of Bone Hook's brew master, William Vaughan. We sat down with Bill to understand a little more about the intricacies of growing a craft beer brand in Naples, surviving COVID, and tattoo artists. Listen in... Host:...

Taxi cabs are a thing of the past. Nowadays, getting a ride only takes a few taps on your Uber or Lyft app. But what about requesting a ride for your pets? Cee Carter is the Founder of Pawndr, a pet and animal transportation service. At just 28 years old, Gerard says Cee is "wise beyond her years." In today's episode, Cee mentions how the idea of pet transportation came out of nowhere (literally),...

We made it to 75 episodes! Yay! This week, we are heading back to Bonita Springs. We've had an interview in this building before--back when it was the new home of Momentum Brewhouse. Now, it's the newest outpost of Naples-based Riptide Brewing: Riptide Bonita Springs! We chat again with Riptide's Owner, Kim West, and their Operations Manager, Linden Preuss, about obtaining the brand new brewery, N...

Todd Space's background as a high school science teacher helped to further his focus and interest in brewing beer. Finally, after 16 years in Miami-Dade classrooms (and more domestically and abroad), Todd took his science knowhow and curriculum-creating skills to establish Miami's Master Brewer Academy. We chat with Todd to learn more about the MBA and how he is helping to create Miami's next gene...

Have you ever felt stuck? Not stuck like in a tree or in a small children's seat, but stuck in your job or with your brand. Well, Josh Zepess, the Identity Archaeologist, helps people refine their message and brand so they can authentically shine in any space. In this episode, Josh and Gerard get pretty deep and introspective. Josh explains the differences between failure and success, and he elabo...