Happy Hour Holidaze

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Send us Fan Mail Meet Alissa Hale, a rising country star who's redefining what it means to be a modern artist. Born and raised in Alabama with a 12-year background in gymnastics and ballet, Alissa's path to music came through an unexpected intersection of talent, determination, and a mother who believed in her enough to talk her up to a music producer. During this candid conversation, Al...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when life knocks you down not once, but twice—and you find the strength to build something even better than before?  Caleb's journey from Queens-born soccer player to mortgage mogul to nearly bankrupt and back again is a masterclass in resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. Growing up in Long Island with immigrant parents, he learned early lessons contrasting wea...

Send us Fan Mail In the realm of combat sports, few stories embody raw determination quite like that of Forrest "The Black Clover." From the humble beginnings of Dade City, Florida, where growing up with seven brothers meant daily wrestling matches were simply part of life, Forrest has carved a unique path to becoming a 6-1 professional MMA fighter while maintaining a full-time career as...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into the world where sports and music collide as Tampa artist Young Hub joins the Happy Hour Holidays crew to discuss his latest project "Melodizing 3." This candid conversation reveals the unique blend of rapping and singing that defines Young Hub's sound, reminiscent of early Drake but with his own Tampa flavor. The episode quickly transforms into a passionat...

Send us Fan Mail Step behind the camera with Trop, the 24-year-old founder of Cinewave Films who's rapidly making his mark on Tampa's creative scene. What began with a basic Canon camera at age 17 has evolved into a thriving videography business specializing in music videos and performance content that stands out through distinctive lighting and creative direction. Trop walks us through...

Send us Fan Mail When Marandan Renea picked up a brush at age six, little did she know she was taking her first steps toward a dazzling career creating iconic looks for WWE superstars, New York Fashion Week models, and brides across the country. From getting her cosmetology license in high school to establishing a thriving "concierge beauty" empire, Marandan's journey reveals what i...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you combine technical brilliance with creative passion? Meet Colin Biedenkapp, a software engineering CEO who moonlights as a pianist and DJ while running a successful flight simulation company. This episode takes you on an unexpected journey through seemingly disconnected worlds that Colin navigates with remarkable fluidity. Colin's story begins in the isol...

Send us Fan Mail Cutting through the noise of real estate misinformation, Manny Manna—a successful entrepreneur with extensive experience in property development, private equity, and lending—delivers an eye-opening assessment of today's housing market that both novice buyers and seasoned investors need to hear. The conversation dives deep into how social media "experts" are spreadin...

Send us Fan Mail Enter the vibrant world of Artishi – a dynamic force in Tampa Bay's creative scene who's redefining what it means to be authentically yourself as an artist. In this captivating conversation, we dive deep into the journey of a multi-talented creator who's been crafting words and melodies since the tender age of five. Artishy reveals the fascinating story behind her p...

Send us Fan Mail What separates those who dream from those who do? Alex Delgado's remarkable journey from Marine Corps intelligence analyst to serial entrepreneur reveals that success isn't about avoiding failure—it's about learning from each experience to fuel your next venture. The serial entrepreneur, Marine veteran, and author of "The Four Fs: Seeking Self-Mastery in Faith,...

Send us Fan Mail The path to boxing greatness requires a level of sacrifice most people can't comprehend. Lightweight fighter Stevie Morgan (15-2, 13 KOs) pulls no punches discussing what it really takes to succeed in professional boxing's unforgiving world. Born and raised in Tampa, Morgan's athletic journey began with track and basketball before transitioning to boxing after wande...

Send us Fan Mail From battling addiction to five different substances to building a thriving flooring business with nearly 200 five-star Google reviews, Rob Goetz's journey embodies resilience, faith, and entrepreneurial spirit. As the owner of Paradise Flooring in Palm Harbor, Florida, Rob shares how hitting rock bottom became the foundation for both personal and professional transformation....

Send us Fan Mail What happens when life suddenly changes your entire trajectory? Crystian Martinez knows this reality intimately. On his birthday episode, Crystian shares the harrowing story of fracturing his back in three places in 2020, resulting in partial paralysis of his right foot and ending his cherished firefighting career. Rather than surrendering to despair, Crystian transformed this dev...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how social media influencers crack the code to massive growth? PrincessFrenxh pulls back the curtain on her remarkable journey from bartender to social media powerhouse with over 677,000 followers and 100 million content views. The secret? "Dating the Algorithm." PrincessFrenxh explains how treating social media platforms like romantic partners—giving them...

Send us Fan Mail The assassination of President John F. Kennedy stands as one of America's most pivotal and mysterious moments. In this riveting episode, attorney and author Steve Fantetti takes us deep into the recently released JFK files, exploring how various power centers – from the CIA to the mafia – had compelling reasons to want Kennedy eliminated. Kennedy posed an existential threat t...

Send us Fan Mail From turntables at age four to festival stages across the country, DJ Keys brings us behind the curtain of his remarkable journey in music. Growing up as the son of DJ Smooth (who learned from Curtis Blow's DJ), Keys was destined for a life in sound—but it was his own unique path that transformed him from a curious kid to one of Tampa's most respected turntablists. The d...

Send us Fan Mail Melissa Horne didn't set out to become a real estate powerhouse. Growing up in Queens, she found her first success in Manhattan's nightlife, managing the legendary Comedy Cellar where comedy icons like Kevin Hart cut their teeth. The bustling downtown scene taught her invaluable lessons about human psychology and influence – "there's nothing like a 5am drunk in...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we welcome the remarkable Cynthia Plunkett, a digital marketing powerhouse and fellow Sickles Grifner Class of '07 alum, who recently embarked on a solo road trip that many only dream about. Cynthia spent four invigorating months traversing 25 states and dipping into Canada in her trusty Jeep Wrangler X. Her journey was not only about exploring breathtaking landsca...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how the transformative merger of three Realtor associations has shaped the Greater Tampa Bay Realtors into the sixth largest local association in the nation. With insights from Quan of the Tampa Bay Realtors Association, we unravel the motivations behind this strategic move aimed at reducing redundancy and enhancing efficiency. Explore the significance of distinguishing b...

Send us Fan Mail From munchkin to main stage, actress Amanda Brown shares her extraordinary journey through the world of acting. Growing up with a love for theater, Amanda opens up about how early performances boosted her self-confidence and helped her navigate her identity during her teenage years. Despite familial pressure to pursue a healthcare degree, she stayed true to her passion for acting,...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the untold stories of Civil War medicine with filmmaker and veteran Steve Hollingshead, as he shatters the romanticized war narratives of yesteryear. Prepare to be transported to the brutal and unsanitary battlefields where disease claimed more lives than bullets, and hometown doctors were suddenly thrust into roles for which they were woefully unprepared. Through Steve’s...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it takes to break into the fitness supplement industry? Join us as we chat with Joey Lumpkin, a dynamic entrepreneur with a knack for creativity and innovation. Joey's journey into the world of creatine and beta-alanine blends offers a candid glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of launching a supplement line. From regulatory hurdles to the art of brandin...

Send us Fan Mail NFL playoffs are full of surprises, and this episode is no exception. Ever wondered how weather can turn the tide in a high-stakes game? Our football expert, Max Paul, helps us unpack the dramatic showdown between the Ravens and the Bills, where turnovers and snowflakes played the leading roles. We explore how Lamar Jackson and Mark Andrews navigated this icy battlefield. Meanwhil...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening and emotionally charged episode of Happy Hour Holidaze , hosts Manny Febre and Sean Febre sit down with Florida homeowner and social influencer Brittany Galvin to explore her harrowing journey of navigating the tangled web of insurance claims after Hurricane Helene devastated her home. This candid and raw conversation sheds light on the emotional, financial, an...