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Old U.S. 41 drives right through the heart of the classic downtown Bonita Springs--a drag currently in the process of a well-deserved revitalization. At one end, not too far from Riverside Park, is Ceremony Brewing. Ceremony is the brainchild of local craft beer aficionado, Zach Smith. Not only is Zach bringing along his love of a myriad of beer styles (some of which I never thought I would see in...

For this next Podcasting 101 topic, I want to make it SUPER clear that the most important focus for your show is how well you are making it all about your listeners. It's a key concept that you need to apply to all aspects of your show if you want to see good audience growth. And, in this episode, I'll be honing in on 4 fundamental areas of consideration: picking your guests, figuring out when dur...

Florida Man flogs a cop with a flying frankfurter. Florida Woman was a post-Soviet spin doctor, but now she peddles propaganda for a different dictator. Florida Man drops trou while evading arrest. And, Florida Man's escape is thwarted by a defective jetski. Plus Florida Man Trivia, and much, much more! Listen in... Host: Joel Lounds  in Bonita Springs, FL Executive Producer: Jaime ("Jemmy") Legag...

Welcome to Part 2 of our agave spirit exploration! After attending Mezcal Lauderdale a few months ago, we are doing a deep dive of Mexican agave spirits (that aren't tequila) that we not only sampled at the event, but are also available for YOU to try here in Florida. On the last episode, we discovered the difference between tequila and mezcal. Now, we're going to find out the difference between m...

We had the pleasure of chatting with Teresa Rand, a.k.a. The Boss Lady. She's a successful entrepreneur who came from decades of experience in non-profit as CEO of a Georgia branch of the YMCA. The conversation was so much fun as we jumped from podcast tech to website software and everything in between. We geeked out on bourbon for a bit and got a little bit frustrated with BMW for trying to charg...

For my first Podcasting 102 topic, I'm going to dive into a Jaime-ism for audience growth known as my disciples lesson. Remember when I had you examine your ecosystem back on Episode 35? Well, those lists you made were an effort to uncover launch partners, potential guests, monetization opportunities, and more. Well, today's lesson on creating disciples for your show is a cornerstone to ALL of tho...

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...