VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul

Marisol Gullo has a new point of view, and she joined VIE Speaks host, Lisa Marie Burwell, to share her full story! Sophisticated and chic, Marisol says she fell in love with the South Walton, Florida, area’s fine homes when she owned a cleaning business and always ensured she was doing the best job so she could grow her reputation and income. Marisol matter-of-factly says, "I am a very determined...

Musicians are often celebrated for their creative productivity, and Patrick Davis is no exception. Over two decades, Davis, endearingly referred to as a Southern storyteller, has made a lasting impression on the stage, in the writing room, and as a critically acclaimed solo artist. However, his most significant contribution may be nurturing Songwriters in Paradise. This intimate concert series ass...

The future of beauty is regenerative, but what exactly does that mean? This week on VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul, VIE Magazine Editor-in-Chief and host Lisa Marie Burwell sits down with Kim Walls, a fourth-generation entrepreneur, beauty formula pioneer, and CEO of Furtuna Skin. Kim shares her expertise on the beauty industry (and how she is radically challenging skincare as we...

This week on VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul, Lisa sits down with Edward San Juan, the President of E.F. San Juan, to discuss what it’s like running a third-generation family business. Now celebrating more than 45 years in business, E.F. San Juan is known for its custom architectural moulding, millwork, and cabinetry, all designed and built by a team of skilled craftsmen. Edward ca...

Community is everything to Carly Barnes, Executive Director at Caring and Sharing South Walton. Founded in 1994, Caring and Sharing is a crucial resource for South Walton residents seeking crisis relief. In this episode, Lisa and Carly discuss how Caring and Sharing provide financial assistance, food, counseling, and case management, brought to life by real stories of community members Carly has m...

This week on VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart and Soul , Emeril Lagasse joined the guest line-up–a man who needs no introduction. A World-Renowned Chef, Restaurateur, TV Personality, Philanthropist, and Author, Emeril practices excellence in each facet of his life while remaining incredibly humble and authentic. This intimate conversation showcases Emeril as a culinary legend and a man, includ...

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and Anthea Knapp Turner knows what beauties people love to behold! A master in curated collections and merchandising, Anthea spent years working in the jewelry industry on cruise ships before planting herself full-time in Northwest Florida and opening her charming lifestyle boutique, Anthea Le Jardin. Located in The Shops at The Hub on 30-A, the shop is a wond...

One of the most exclusive and most beautiful communities along the Florida Gulf Coast, Alys Beach is much more than just a gorgeous photo backdrop. The resort town hosts world-class events, is home to unique architecture you won’t find anywhere else, and is rooted in family history along the gorgeous white-sand Gulf of Mexico. Lisa caught up with Alys Beach’s director of public relations, Diana La...

Returning to the VIE Speaks “stage” is contemporary artist Nathan Alan Yoakum, whose colorful resin sculptures and mixed-media works beautify homes and spaces across Northwest Florida, Memphis, Atlanta, and far beyond. Also a former model and actor, Nathan delves into his life struggling with undiagnosed Asperger’s syndrome, finding himself through art and good friends in the industry, and the ins...

Two more VIE cover girls join the lineup for VIE Speaks Season Two! Lisa was pleased to sit down over Zoom with the dynamic duo of Lindsey Simcik and Krista Williams, the founders and cohosts of spiritual wellness podcasts Almost 30 and Morning Microdose. The pair talk about their journey from traditional careers to launching their own lifestyle brand and coaching others on how to live their best...

Mushroom experts Joey Bohler and Lexi Wroten join the VIE Speaks line-up to share the secret health benefits behind the nutrient-dense superfood. Joey found his passion for mushrooms at the Telluride Mushroom Festival in 2017. On the ride back to Florida, he researched as much as he could about mycology (the study of fungi). He then studied under Eric Myers of Myers Mushrooms in El Paso, Texas, wh...

Our March 2023 cover girl also joined Lisa virtually in the VIE podcast studio to talk about her new book, her life and wellness journey, and much more! We’re excited to celebrate Mallory Ervin in this issue as she recently released her second book, All In: A Vision for Living Fully Every Day . This journal-like volume is a follow-up to her 2022 debut inspirational book, Living Fully: Dare to Step...

Dr. Bart Precourt and his wife, Kelli—a former Olympic field hockey player—own and operate Balance Health Studio and Prema Organic Cafe in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. The pair of houses turned studio and café has become a fixture along Scenic Highway 30-A and the local wellness industry. Dr. Precourt sat down to discuss their new endeavors and hopes for the future of the community. He has also shar...

Supporting music and the arts is vital to the health of a community. Music and artistic director Demetrius Fuller of the revered Sinfonia Gulf Coast orchestra knows this is an intrinsically important way to foster community, raise money for good, and bring joy to the people. Demetrius and Lisa talk about the storied history of Sinfonia, past VIE partnerships such as the tenth-anniversary photo sho...

The real estate market is still hot! Linda Miller has been a leading realtor in the Florida Panhandle’s coastal region for twenty-five years and is celebrating the third year of her own luxury brokerage, Linda Miller Real Estate. With prominent listings through the communities along Scenic Highway 30-A, Linda is in the know on trends, tips for buyers and sellers, and predictions for where the mark...

Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) eliminates barriers to accessible, affordable health care for Northwest Florida children in need through mobile solutions and community partnerships. Serving nine schools in Okaloosa and Walton counties and assisting organizations such as Children in Crisis and Destin Boys + Girls Club, CVHN’s two state-of-the-art mobile dental clinics provide 100-percent...

Changing the face of education isn’t easy, but that hasn’t stopped Lettye Burgtorf, founder of the Ohana Institute. The fully accredited independent, private, exploratory, innovative school serves students in grades Pre-K through 12 in the Florida Panhandle. The mission of Ohana Institute is to respect the individual needs of all students, foster a caring and creative environment and use innovativ...

Since the founding of the New Urbanist town of Seaside, Florida, in the early 1980s, Daryl Rose Davis has led her community as a visionary and entrepreneur alongside her husband, Robert Davis (see VIE Speaks Season One, Episode 11 ). Daryl has also been a staunch champion for business owners finding their stride, especially women in business. She founded the globally known company The Seaside Styl...

On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE’s CEO/editor-in-chief, spoke with Chris Reebals, the founder of Christopher Architecture and Interiors and Christopher Collection. Chris shares his passion for creating beautiful homes and structures through his full-service design firm with locations in Los Angeles, New York, and Birmingham, A...

On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE ’s CEO/editor-in-chief, spoke with Hailey Bethke, a member of the VIE magazine team and former intern, to discuss all things podcasting, digital communication, and the importance of vulnerability and connection. Hailey is also the founder and host of The Sunshine Signal podcast, a platform that...

On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE’s CEO/editor-in-chief, spoke with Dave Rauschkolb, a highly regarded entrepreneur who cultivated a culinary empire over thirty-five years in the works. Rauschkolb is the visionary behind some of Northwest Florida’s most beloved eateries, including Bud & Alleys Restaurant (his first endeavor...

On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE's CEO/editor-in-chief, had the pleasure of hosting an iconic pop artist that needs no introduction—Ashley Longshore. Longshore is an artist, entrepreneur, speaker, author, producer, Broadway musical writer, and so much more. She is breaking the glass ceiling for so many who follow her by not co...

On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE’s CEO/editor-in-chief had the pleasure of hosting Christian Siriano, a renowned visionary and trailblazer in both fashion and interior design. Siriano studied abroad in London under some of the world’s greatest fashion icons including Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen before launching his...

On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE’s CEO/editor-in-chief, invites Chandler Williams, artist and creative, to share about his passion for photography and local business, Modus Photography. Chandler shares how his passion for film and photography began while he was in high school and has since evolved into a full-time career, most...

On this episode of VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast, host Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE’s CEO/editor-in-chief, sits down to chat with Erica Pierce, Vice President of the Seaside Style®. Join Lisa and Erica as they discuss Erica’s on-going relationship with the Davis family (founders of the idyllic town of Seaside, Florida) which has lasted for more than 40 years, and how she has c...