THIS IS TAMPA with Rob and Jen
19 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsThis podcast is about life in Tampa. Whether you grew here, flew here, or wanna move here, you will get Rob and Jen's perspective of living life in Tampa. Often funny, you will enjoy listening to their banter as they discuss topics like things to do, places to eat, helpful tips, best businesses, celebrities, movies, and even Floridaman, or in this case non-Florida man. You will also hear a little bit about real estate every episode, as both Rob and Jen are real estate professionals serving the Tampa area.
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The Fat Rabbit Has Lots of Tots...and More!
November 19, 2021 18:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWe’re baaacckkkk! Get ready to hear all about one of our favorite local businesses: The Fat Rabbit Pub We talked with Executive Chef, Cole McBride, about how business has been over the past 18 months, talked new wing sauces, alllll things peanut butter (have you tried their PB&J wings or the Peanut Butter Old Fashioned? )+ their holiday Toys for Tots drive (bring a toy, get free tots! ) going on NOW in support of Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. Stop in on Weds, Dec 1 for their Ugly Sweater...
Kake Talk With Kirby Lavallee of the Cake Girl
December 14, 2020 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBKake, Krate, and Kovid, Oh my! In this episode of the This is Tampa Podcast we sit down with Kirby Lavallee outside of their Carrollwood location on Dale Mabry to talk about the past, present, and future of The Cake Girl. Topics include how they got started, how they have dealt with the pandemic, and what they have planned for the future. We also have our newest Non-Floridaman story and a "Lightning" round(hint, hint).
LET'S HAVE A BEER! ...with Monique Scott
July 23, 2020 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBRob orders a beer, sits down, and talks with Hillsborough County Court Judge Candidate, Monique Scott for Judge. We talk about what it takes to be a great judge and the path she has taken to get where she is now. Monique has had quite a journey, going from a police officer to teacher, then prosecutor to a defense attorney, and soon, with your vote, a judge. We talk a little fantasy football. I pose the question "who would you take between Tom Brady or Rob Gronkowski -Gronk this year for your...
This is Tampa: Fun at Fat Rabbit Beach!
January 26, 2020 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBIn season 2, episode 2 of This is Tampa with Rob and Jen, we speak to Beach about the Fat Rabbit Pub in Tampa Palms and his new role in crafting their house-made beer which is exclusively on tap at the restaurant.
Up In Your Crawlspace with Curt Arnold
January 21, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBIn this episode of the This is Tampa Podcast, Curt from Shipshape Home Inspections llc joins Rob + Jen! Curt talks about his business, 🔎 offers some DIY homeowner maintenance and preventative tips 🏡 (WAIT until you hear about the AC system trick!)💡, and tells us about his home flipping experiences. We also talk about outdoor activities here in #Tampa 🌴, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 🏈, a Non-Florida Man story, and how Curt survived a near-death-experience with a shark! 🦈 😨
There's a Big Storm Brewing in the Bay Area!!!
December 23, 2019 01:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this episode of This is Tampa with Rob an Jen, we visit Big Storm Brewery in Clearwater, FL to speak with company president LJ Govoni. Big Storm was started in 2012 and is one of the fastest growing craft breweries in Florida. LJ gives us a glimpse behind the scenes and shares his story, as well as the story of the brewery, with us. The road to success isn't paved with gold, but as LJ shows us, with some persevearance and strategic relationships, there is a prize in the end. Big Storm is ...
New Biz Spotlight: Bubba's 33 Wesley Chapel, FL
December 19, 2019 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBIn this special edition of the This is Tampa Podcast we head out to #WesleyChapel to Bubba's 33 - Wesley Chapel, FL in honor of their Grand Opening! 🌟 The food, drinks, service, + atmosphere at this incredible restaurant, which is part of the Texas Roadhouse family, ALL far exceeded our expectations! 🏆 This one is a MUST try! We promise, you'll go back for more! 🍔🍹🍺 We sit down to talk with owners, Jeff & Crista Dean, about the new concept in Florida and how they ended up here in #Tampa! 🌴 ...
From Karate Kid to Army Combat Instructor to Marketing Expert: This is Tim Harrell
December 11, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBIn this episode of the This Is Tampa Podcast, Rob and Jen are joined by Tim Harrell of TLC Marketing. Tim is not only a marketer but is also a US Army veteran with two consecutive tours in Afghanistan. Martial arts has always been and continues to be his passion and it has molded him into the person he is today, which includes teaching kids and adults alike at Wesley Chapel Jui Jitsu in conjunction with the Lesson Company. One of Tim's latest projects is heading the Saturday Marketplace ...
Tampa IS Picture Perfect with Eric Bunch of NTP2
November 18, 2019 02:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBIn episode 12 of the This is Tampa podcast, Rob and Jen welcome Eric Bunch from NTP2 photography to get the lowdown on his latest work and current projects. Eric started out in the photography business from the retail side, working at their family-owned camera store at a young age. He then went on to become an auto mechanical engineer before fate, and passion, eventually lead him to start his own professional photography business. Non-Florida man takes us to New Jersey for a story about w...
I'VE GOT NEWS! with "The Media Maven" Maureen Famiano
November 02, 2019 21:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBIn this episode of This Is Tampa with Rob and Jen, Maureen Famiano joins the podcast to discuss her life of over 25 years in the TV world. Starting out as a reporter in New York, Maureen wanted more involvement in creating the stories that went deeper so she moved to Florida to become a producer of many local daytime shows. A cancer survivor, Maureen shares her journey through this time, how she overcame it and how it has changed her outlook on life and the future. Our Non-Florida Man sto...
This is so Florida with guest Bill Wheeler
October 20, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBRob and Jen welcome Michiganator(lol) and Jet's Pizza franchise owner Bill Wheeler to the podcast to discuss everything pizza (what's a Detroit style pizza anyway?), and the stereotypical truths about living in Florida. Also, a recently deceased man wants out of his coffin and cries for help just to get a laugh in our Non-Florida man story.
What is Direct Mail Marketing with guest Scott Kohler?
October 15, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBScott Kohler of PrimeNet Direct Marketing Solutions teaches us a little bit about the benefits of direct mail marketing and how small to large businesses are benefiting from this tried and true form of advertising. Being a transplant from Chicago, we also discuss his experiences in and around the Tampa area. Of course, we have the non-Florida story and we get Scott's reaction to that. BONUS: Chicago sports trivia challenge.
Defiant, Loud, Generous, and Proud. This is Little Italy!
October 13, 2019 16:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this very special episode of This Is Tampa with Rob and Jen, we visit Little Italy Family Restaurant and Catering in Lutz, FL. Jessica and Carl welcome us with incredible Italian food and spirits as we discuss their business, how they got started, where they are going, and the Yelp controversy. Then we take it to the kitchen to witness (and taste) the magic that makes Little Italy a Best of the Bay top restaurant.
New Projects and Growth in and Around Tampa with guest Steven Morgan
October 07, 2019 21:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBSteven Morgan from TLC Marketing and The Lesson Company joins Rob and Jen to discuss an exciting new project happening in Wesley Chapel at The Groves. The Groves was recently acquired by commercial investor and real estate developer Mark Gold, and he has some big plans for the area. Steven goes into great detail about these plans and what to expect in the near future. Hint: think Sparkman Wharf x10
Coming to Tampa with Special Guest Ryan Owens
September 29, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBIn this episode, Rob and Jen welcome local real estate video creator and President of Media & Marketing for Milestone Title, Ryan Owens, to the podcast to discuss what it's like relocating to Tampa from other parts of the country. We also surprise Ryan by teaching him how to make a local Tampa favorite, the Cuban sandwich.
Tampa Celebrities with the Doublemint Sitting Girls
September 22, 2019 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBRob and Jen welcome special guests Gabriela and Synthia of Doublemint Sitting to discuss how they turned a small babysitting service into one of Florida's largest privately-owned sitting services with over 200 sitters statewide. Doublemint Sitting also has some exclusive clients in the Tampa area so it made sense that we talk about local celebrities in this episode. Find out who is here or from here in Tampa. We will update you on the Storm Area 51 event and even give you a little real es...
Tampa Biz, Big and Small and In-Between with special guest Andre Hampton
September 15, 2019 19:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBEpisode 4 - Is Popeye's the best at chicken sandwiches? In this episode, we welcome local business owner and entrepreneur Andre Hampton to discuss local businesses big and small. We also learn more about what it takes to be an entrepreneur or business owner. Get to know more about Andre, Streams, and Factory 114 with our Q&A and a lightning round of personal questions. Marvel fans, find out what got Captain America thrown in the clink.
Episode 2 - Hurricane Hysteria and Did You Know (Tampa Edition)
September 01, 2019 02:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode, Rob and Jen welcome special guest Daniel "Bigdogg" Bustillo and the three of them discuss non-Florida man or in this case non-Florida woman, Hurricane Hysteria as Dorian bears down on Florida, and interesting facts about Tampa that are not commonly known. Also, the real estate tip of the day.
Tampa on the Big Screen (PREMIERE)
August 27, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBIn this first-ever episode, Rob and Jen discuss some surprising movies that have ties to the Tampa area. They also dive into this week's non-Florida man story and talk about some necessities when living in Tampa.