WG Coffee + Collab Podcast

Have you ever built something from the ground up, almost lost it multiple times, and still kept going? That’s Heidi Hardman. From traveling the country selling handmade kids’ clothes, to running multiple boutique locations, to building a 20-acre dog rescue, Heidi’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. 🎥 In this episode of WG Coffee + Collab, we sit down with Heidi, the owner of P...

Have you ever met someone who runs four coffee shops, keeps a team of Gen Z baristas caffeinated and thriving, and still laughs through the chaos? That’s Lauren Sutton. 🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee in the Packing District (Dr. Phillips) — and listen… this place looks like a honkin’ 1950s diner that met a Pinterest board. It’s so stinkin’ cool. Lauren’s the powerhouse behind multiple Foxtail Coffee...

🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in Winter Garden — the perfect backdrop for caffeine, conversation, and a few surprising chess moves. Nick Cepeda, founder of Studio 22 Productions, isn’t just taking photos — he’s capturing stories that stop you mid-scroll. You’ve seen his work all over Central Florida (even if you didn’t realize it was his), from award-winning shoots in downtown Winter...

What happens when a mother and daughter move to a new city and realize… community doesn’t just happen — it has to be built? You get this. 🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee — and seriously, it looks like a honkin’ 1950s diner in there. It’s so stinkin’ cool. If you haven’t been, go. You’ll probably stay. Rebecca Whitney and her daughter, Alli Thompson, are the team behind Striker Sports & Social — cr...

What do you get when Justin Melton and Jackson Davis pull back the curtain on worship beyond music? This right here. 🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on W. Colonial Drive in Winter Garden — big love to this local gem for being the perfect backdrop to connection and conversation. In this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab, I sit down with Justin Melton and Jackson Davis for an honest conversation...

🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on W. Colonial Drive in Winter Garden  — huge thanks to this cozy local favorite for hosting us for another round of caffeine and conversation! What happens when an Air Force One pilot and a corporate facilitator nearly lose their marriage… and rebuild it into a mission to help other families heal through play? Geoff and Brittany Anderson of Renala share how they turned...

What happens when a cruise ship performer trades in vocals for balloon couture and 10-foot cyborg suits? 🎥 Filmed at Canon Coffee in Apopka — huge thanks to this cozy local favorite for hosting us for coffee and conversation! Grant Andreae is the wildly creative founder of Andreae Balloon Studio — and I’m telling you right now, he’s not just making balloon animals. This guy is transforming events...

Ever feel like the world’s moving fast… and losing its grip on truth? Jeff Lawrence is one of those voices that cuts through the noise — not with volume, but with vision. 🎥 Filmed at Canon Coffee in Apopka, this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab dives into how we equip the next generation to not just believe the gospel, but think critically in a noisy world. Jeff Lawrence, Director of Spir...

Ever wonder what happens when a kid with a big heart and a mom who actually says yes team up to serve their community? 🎥 Filmed at Canon Coffee in Apopka — huge thanks to this warm and welcoming local spot for hosting our coffee and conversation! Danielle Newbold is the Founder & CEO of Miles To Go, a nonprofit born in the front seat of a car when her then 9-year-old son, Miles, asked, “Why d...

Ever wonder what happens when a former police detective turns his passion for planning into one of Central Florida’s most sought-after catering companies?  🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden — huge thanks to this local favorite for being the coziest spot to connect. Andy Raphael , founder of Big Boards Catering , joins us to talk about how a knack for community e...

What do you get when you mix a trivia host, a UCF golf cart, and a financial planner with a heart of gold? This episode. Recorded at Foxtail Coffee in downtown Winter Garden, this conversation with Todd Bryant, Founding Partner at Signature Wealth Partners, is packed with everything you didn’t expect from a guy in finance… and everything you hope for in someone handling your legacy. In this episod...

🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden — shoutout to this cozy community spot for being the heart of our conversations. In this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab , I sit down with Dr. Elyse Saltalamachia , Chiropractic Internist and Facility Director at Lakota Wellness , for a refreshingly honest (and often hilarious) conversation about pain, healing, and taki...

What do you get when you mix coffee, community, and a whole lot of heart? This right here. 🎥 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in downtown Winter Garden — big love to this local gem for being the perfect backdrop to connection and conversation. In this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab, I sit down with the incredible Lyn Burch, Children’s Ministry Director at Lifebridge Church (soon...

Filmed at Rosallie Le French Cafe in Winter Garden, featuring Jamie Ezra! This episode is where bold branding meets mango mysteries and a tower game that almost takes us out. Jamie, founder of Em Agency, joins me for coffee, creativity, and a convo you won’t hear anywhere else. We talk about building legacy brands, the power of print in a digital world, running a dog-friendly office, and how The L...

📍 Filmed at Foxtail Coffee on Plant Street in Winter Garden , this episode of Winter Garden Coffee + Collab features Amy W. Edwards , former Chief Financial Officer turned Certified Image Consultant and Financial Coach, who helps professionals align their image with their impact. Over coffee and a game of Jenga (yes, seriously), Amy shares: How a closet full of clothes and credit card debt led to...

Welcome to Winter Garden Coffee + Collab! 🎉  In this episode, we hang out with Luke Lezon, Lead Pastor of Quay Church in Orlando and author of Your Mess Matters, for a faith-fueled, cold-brew conversation that’ll spark your spirit and make you laugh out loud. From building a movement of radical disciples to explaining why his favorite booth at Filigree Coffee feels like “holy ground,” Luke lets u...

Welcome to Winter Garden Coffee + Collab! 🎉 In this episode, we sit down with Marc Jablon—the mastermind behind We Are Winter Garden and Imagine Marketing—for a hilarious and insightful coffee-fueled convo you won’t want to miss. From building one of the most recognized community brands in Winter Garden to turning local marketing into an art form, Marc shares stories you haven’t heard before… all...