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This week's episode is PART 2 of Gerard's conversation with Yanique DaCosta -- the Founder and Creative Director of YKMD Visual Communication. Yanique shares how she tailored her graphic design company to the corporate event and trade show niche. She explains her take on the saying, "Jack of all trades, master of none", plus she emphasizes the importance of understanding your value when it comes t...

Yes, today we Mexico! The first Mezcal Lauderdale event was held at Le Meridien Dania Beach in May, organized by the same team behind the awesome yearly FemAle Brew Fest. This event brought mezcal (and more) producers and distributors from around Mexico to sample, discuss, and celebrate! As part of the festivities, I spoke to a number of awesome distributors and will be featuring some of them on t...

For my next Podcasting 101 topic, I am discussing the conundrum of finding the balance between sharing your life with your listeners and OVERsharing your life with your listeners. First, I'll cover why it's especially important to strike this balance when creating content as a podcast. Then, I'll reveal where the danger lies in oversharing on your show. And, I'll end with a simple share of my own:...

Florida Man gets busted trying a unique ride home--or maybe it wasn't so unique. Florida Woman showers her sleeping husband with golden grossness. Florida Man slaps a 7-Eleven store staffer with a sticky slurpee. And, Florida Man molests the toilets to protest his arrest. Plus Florida Man Trivia, and much, much more! Listen in... Host: Joel Lounds  in Bonita Springs, FL Executive Producer: Jaime (...

In this episode, we speak with Nicole Cumberbatch, a businesswoman, wife, and mother who has built The Motherhood Village off the success of here Mamas Know Best We Got Something to Say! podcast. Her background in corporate marketing and finance led to her growing success, and after 100 podcast episodes, things are REALLY growing quickly. We talk about the tech she used to get there and even tech...

For our first Podcasting 101 topic after taking you through the launch process, I'll share my initial thoughts on having a show with co-hosts–whether you are starting a new show and want to find a co-host to work with from day 1 or you already have a show and are interested in bringing a co-host into the mix. First, I'll go over a few key ingredients that make for a good co-hosting situation and m...

Nothing says "going against the grain" like majoring in art. Well, our guest today defied the odds by using her artistic passions and skillsets to create a thriving business. Yanique DaCosta is the Founder and Creative Director of YKMD Visual Communications, which provides graphic design services to corporate event planners and trade show managers. In PART 1 of this conversation, Yanique tells Ger...

In Part 4 of this series of episodes, The Technical Side of Launching, I will take you through the final two steps of the process: publishing (creating your podcast's hosting account) and distribution (submitting your show to the podcast player platforms). First, I'll explain the purpose of your podcast's hosting account and cover the basics of setting it up for your show. I'll include advice on h...

Florida Man was a major league monkey merchant. Florida Woman slung a synthetic serpent at a snooping spook. Florida Man's NFT was DOA; now he's SOL. And, Florida Man can't tell the difference between a breaking bottle and a gunshot. Good thing he's a deputy! Plus Florida Man Trivia, and much, much more! Listen in... Host: Joel Lounds  in Bonita Springs, FL Executive Producer: Jaime ("Jemmy") Lega...

It's part 2 of our interview with Luis & Stephanie Cortina–co-owners of king Fox Brewery in Hialeah. Producer Steve and I are going to start getting into some beers now, as Luis was (understandably) excited to share with us some of the amazing brews he is making. Listen in… Host: David Butler of the Florida Beer Blog Executive Producer: Jaime ("Jemmy") Legagneur, Chief Enthusiasm Officer Field Pro...

Coinbase slashed jobs, crypto crashed hearts, and we dive into what happens next! Plus, Natalie Guzman, the CEO of NG Virtual Assistants, joins us for an amazing conversation about how work has gone virtual. She built a business out of necessity which has blossomed into a strong force. With a team of six women, NG Virtual Assistants has clients all over the world. They help businesses manage, well...

In Part 3 of this series of episodes, The Technical Side of Launching, I'll cover for you the two pieces of content required for you to submit your show to the platforms: your trailer track and your show art. I'll begin with a bit of history of the trailer episode, so you can understand the purpose behind it. Then, I'll share the two options people typically consider when deciding on how to introd...

The Florida manatee is one of the most beloved creatures that inhabit the Sunshine State's intracostal waterways and surrounding oceans. But, some people don't give these gentle giants the respect they deserve. That's why there are experts and advocates like Pat Rose whose sole mission is to protect these animals from endangerment. Pat is the Execute Director of the Save The Manatee Club. As an aq...

We're back in Hialeah with the other brewery in the city--King Fox Brewery. It's a small brewery making a massive impact in the Miami-Dade brewing scene. To get a deep dive into some of the amazing (trust me, amazing) beers they are brewing, Producer Steve and I spoke to Luis & Stephanie Cortina, co-owners along with Luis' mom, Gina. We chat about Luis' preferred beers to make, growing a brewery,...

In Part 2 of this next series of episodes, The Technical Side of Launching, I'll cover for you both various methods of recording AND how to prep your space for optimal sound. I'll begin by explaining how your recording options split into two basic categories: hardware versus software. And, in terms of the software, I'll run through the three different types of software options: your editing progra...

Florida Man stabs a student over a stolen strudel. Florida Woman fails the wardrobe section of the bar exam. Florida Man gets galled at a golf game and punches his partner's pate. And, Florida Man takes a poop on his neighbor's stoop. Plus, Florida Man Trivia and much, much more! Host: Joel Lounds  in Bonita Springs, FL Executive Producer: Jaime ("Jemmy") Legagneur, Chief Enthusiasm Officer Link:...

Collaborations are a way of life in the craft beer industry. Whether with other brewers, celebrities, or charitable organizations, it's not hard to find a local brewery with a collaboration on tap. To celebrate their one year anniversary, Dogfish Head Miami decided to brew a collaboration as well! The brewery they chose was much-lauded Athens, GA-based Creature Comforts brewing, bringing some amaz...

Elle Collective is HERE! Founded by Amy Kirkland, the Director of the Center for Business Development at Seminole State College of Florida, Elle Collective is "a comfortable space for women business owners to come for support, resources, networking, and learning opportunities specifically designed to help women entrepreneurs succeed," according to the program's website. We are absolutely hyped abo...

In Part 1 of this next series of episodes, The Technical Side of Launching, I'll be diving deeper into the first two parts of my roadmap of 8 steps involved in the technical side of launching your podcast: Equipment and Getting Connected for Remote Recordings. I'm sharing with you details on the equipment you'll need to launch your podcast (the HARDWARE side) and providing suggestions on how you c...

Florida Man gives toll booth workers a tip. Florida Woman isn't dead, yet. Florida Man does some creative landscaping. And, Florida Man gets really honest with the police. Plus, Florida Man Trivia and much, much more! Host: Joel Lounds  in Bonita Springs, FL Executive Producer: Jaime ("Jemmy") Legagneur, Chief Enthusiasm Officer Link: Florida Man Arrested for Indecent Exposure After Driving Naked...

Ever been to a barbershop where you can watch mafia movies, get your mugshot taken, and drink free beer?! Yeah ... we didn't think so. But, this is Florida after all, and it's flooded with tons of New Yorkers and New Jersians (you might even be one of them). That's why it's the PERFECT state to open a mafia-themed barbershop. Today's guest is Candace Giunta, and she co-owns Wiseguys Barbershops in...

We drive past the chickens of Hialeah to Unbranded Brewing on today's episode. Opened in 2020, Unbranded is the brainchild of Texas transplant, Zach Swanson. Listen in as Producer Steve and I chat with Zach about bringing a bit of Texas and beer to the City of Progress... Host: David Butler of the Florida Beer Blog Executive Producer: Jaime ("Jemmy") Legagneur, Chief Enthusiasm Officer Field Produ...

Now that we have fully explored the conceptual side of your launch, we are getting into our next series of episodes: the Technical Side of Launching. And, in this Prelude episode, I'll give you a top-to-bottom run through of the process, so that you have a clear idea of how it all works from start to finish. I'll start with a review of the equipment you need and methods for recording your show and...

First and foremost, we've gotta just say "WOW" on this episode. We start things off by diving into how Motorola is rolling out the most tech-forward camera and screen technology in all of cell phones. Then, the real innovation launches as we interview Dr. John Wensveen, the Chief Innovation Officer and Executive Director of the Alan B. Levan NSU Broward Center of Innovation -- an incredible space...

In Part 5 of my initial series of episodes, Thoughts Before Launching: The How, I begin with describing the two most common types of show formats. But, we won't stop there! I'll then share with you several other options beyond just those two most popular ones. And, I'll present the possibilities to you by shedding light on which formats work really well as full episodes versus those that lend them...