Latest Sunshinestate Podcast Episodes
Sooo ... We're Taking A (Mini) Break
Florida's Fresh Mix - August 15, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsYes, it's true. We've decided to take a brief hiatus for the rest of the summer. We get it, you're deeply heartbroken. This must be the saddest news you've heard all day. But really, what is life without Fresh Mix Fridays?!? Okay, so maybe you're not hung up on this announcement. And neither a...
Episode 57 - REWIND: Kristy Sumner of Ocala Explores Our Haunted History with Soul Sisters Paranormal
Florida's Fresh Mix - July 21, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThis week, we're rewinding the clock to one of our favorite past episodes featuring one of our favorite guests: Kristy Sumner of Soul Sisters Paranormal! So, if you're new to Florida's Fresh Mix Podcast and haven't had a chance to listen to one of our earliest episodes, well, now's your chance! ...
Episode 56: How Popular 90s Cartoons Inspired Graphic Designer Carly Berry of Tallahassee
Florida's Fresh Mix - July 07, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIt's okay to be weird. It's totally cool ... seriously though! Think of all the strange cartoons from back in the day. "Ren & Stimpy" was WEIRD. "Spongebob Squarepants" was WEIRD. "Rugrats," "CatDog," and "The Angry Beavers" were all super WEIRD. And, let's face it, the creators of those incredi...
Episode 55: Celebrating 200 Years of The Florida Keys with Podcaster Elizabeth Lasley and Producer Jason Paton
Florida's Fresh Mix - June 23, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsCan you believe 2023 marks the 200th anniversary of Monroe County, home to the world-famous Florida Keys?! To celebrate this monumental occasion, today's guests created a 30-episode podcast series dedicated to this magical destination. Elizabeth Harryman Lasley is the host of the Florida Keys...
Episode 54: Resolving Workplace Conflicts with Dr. Jeremy Pollack and Gigi Gutiérrez of Miami Beach
Florida's Fresh Mix - June 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsConflict. It's an inescapable human condition that's prevalent in our day-to-day lives, from road ragers to devasting wars. But what about conflict in the workplace, where your boss is too bossy (or you're not compliant)? Today's guests know just how to resolve these types of issues. Dr. Jerem...
Episode 53: Stories From The Police Force and Law Enforcement Today with John Jay Wiley
Florida's Fresh Mix - May 26, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFirst responders witness traumatic events that often affect their mental and emotional health. Their stories normally go untold, which is why today's guest created a large platform for them to share some of their most difficult experiences on the job. John Jay Wiley is the host of Law Enforcem...
Episode 52: Living (Happily) With Cancer with Marie Caruso of Bonita Springs
Florida's Fresh Mix - May 12, 2023 10:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBelieve Big is a nonprofit organization that has supported thousands of cancer patients physically, emotionally, and spiritually for over a decade. Today's guest has benefitted greatly from Believe Big's services. Marie Caruso was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer in 2016. But, thanks to Mist...
Episode 51: Actress, Singer, and Playwright Lynn McNutt on Her One-Woman Show, "Blue: A Rhapsody in Blubber"
Florida's Fresh Mix - April 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhat's it like to perform on a stage? To wear a character's clothes, speak their words, use their mannerisms? For some, it's terrifying. For today's guest, it's her life's work. Lynn McNutt is an actor, singer, writer, and professor at Florida Atlantic University. With 25 years of experience per...
Episode 50: ADHD, Rollerblading, and Creating Art with Matt Burke of Tallahassee
Florida's Fresh Mix - April 14, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWe've featured tons of chameleons on this show. People who wear many hats, can adapt to many situations, and have a knack for picking up new skills. And today's guest is among those who don't really fit in a single box. Matt Burke is a photographer, YouTuber, rollerblader, screen printer, and th...
Episode 49: Sexual Confidence, OnlyFans and Princess Hoes with Sweet Pasta of Miami
Florida's Fresh Mix - March 31, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBeing confident in the bedroom is an important part of any sexual relationship. That confidence can create effective communication between partners inside and outside of those four walls. Today's guest is living her own sexy, self-love journey, and she's sharing it with ALL the Princess Hoes! Sw...
Episode 48: It's Time To Go GREEN with Author Dave Finnigan of Celebration
Florida's Fresh Mix - March 17, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFrom year-round sunshine that's perfect for solar panels to miles of shoreline that definitely need some cleaning, most Floridians understand that their state needs some environmental tender, love, and care. Today's guest has made it his sole mission to promote simple, yet effective, sustainabil...
Episode 47: Glenn "The Geek" Hebert of Ocala is the "Michael Jordan" of Podcasting
Florida's Fresh Mix - March 03, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsToday's guest is truly a pioneer in the podcasting industry (or the "Michael Jordan" of podcasting -- as Gerard likes to say). Glenn "The Geek" Hebert is the Founder of the Horse Radio Network, the premier podcast platform with dozens of equine-related shows. Glenn shares his experience as a new...
Episode 46: Kerry Kott of Tampa on Nudity, Nature, Photography, and Healing
Florida's Fresh Mix - February 17, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhat does it mean to be human? Today's guest has explored that question through nudity and nature. Kerry Kott is a nude nature photographer, physician of Chinese medicine, mentor, teacher, and alchemist, but ... most importantly, she's a human. She leads nude ceremonies -- a.k.a. Wild Woman Even...
Episode 45: Sira Garib Bakes Cakes WITHOUT Flour, Milk, Eggs, or ... Sugar!
Florida's Fresh Mix - February 03, 2023 19:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThink about your all-time favorite dessert. Perhaps it's an ooey-gooey double-chocolate brownie or maybe a luscious piece of red velvet cake. Your mouth is probably watering right now as your innate sweet tooth kicks in (sorry not sorry). Unfortunately, not everyone can indulge in these cravings...
Episode 44: Gerard and Amber Share Their Favorite Episodes of 2022
Florida's Fresh Mix - December 02, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsAs we wave goodbye to 2022, we wanted to reflect on some of our favorite episodes throughout the year. From barbers and animators to cannabis bakers and vegans, we ALWAYS keep it fresh here on Florida's Fresh Mix Podcast. Check out the links in the show notes to listen to some of our most memora...
Episode 43: Edwin Muhammad of Miami Knows the Key to Marketing Any Brand...Social Impact
Florida's Fresh Mix - November 18, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhat do consumers in 2022 value? Good quality products and services at an affordable price? Sure. But how about ethics or community service? Well, today's guest explains how brands can expand their target audience by concentrating on the things that really matter. Edwin Muhammad is the Founder o...
Episode 42: Josh Powe of LinkIt! and Pubbly Helps Teachers Understand Their Students Better
Florida's Fresh Mix - October 28, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWe've featured quite a few personal friends of Gerard's before, but today's guest is Gerard's BESTIE! Josh Powe is the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of LinkIt!, a platform that collects and uses students' data to enhance academic achievement. He's also the Founder of Pubbly, which is a compa...
Episode 41: Dr. Sandra Marie of St. Petersburg on Spirituality and Wild Soul Gatherings
Florida's Fresh Mix - October 14, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsSpirituality can look different for everyone. Whether you're involved with organized religion or you look to the stars, we all can be somewhat spiritually curious from time to time. Our guest today has pondered the spiritual realms all her life. Dr. Sandra Marie is the Founder of Wild Soul Gathe...
Episode 40: Miss Florida Pageant Winners on Pageant Life, Girl Gangs, and Community Service
Florida's Fresh Mix - September 30, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFor the 40th episode of Florida's Fresh Mix Podcast, Gerard spoke with THREE incredible guests! We're excited to welcome the United States of America's Miss Florida winners. Yep, that's right, we have three pageant queens on today's show. Miss Tiffany Chavez, Ms. Jasmine Johnson, and Mrs. Vida H...
Episode 39: Omarie Williams of Miami Gardens on His Love for Entertainment, Business, and the Steel Drums
Florida's Fresh Mix - September 16, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhen you think of the music that embraces the ethos of Caribbean culture, you probably imagine classic reggae hits like Bob Marley's "Jamming" or Inner Circle's "Sweat." It's the kind of music that always leaves you feeling relaxed and assured that everything will be alright. Today's guest sprea...
Episode 38: Dilo Murad of South Beach on Promoting Nightclubs, Finding Purpose, and Owning Avo Miami
Florida's Fresh Mix - September 02, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMany people tend to evaluate their past decisions that led to their present circumstances. Whether those circumstances are good, bad, or...meh, some people are content with being content. But today's guest reached the pinnacle of his career only to ask himself, "What's next?" Dilo Murad is the F...
Episode 37: Sabine Kvenberg of Sarasota Spent a Lifetime in Theater, Now She Teaches Entrepreneurs How To Communicate
Florida's Fresh Mix - August 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsPublic speaking is not for the faint of heart. If you've ever stood in front of a crowd and couldn't stop shaking as your voice quivered, then you're definitely not alone. Well, thank goodness there are people like Sabine Kvenberg who help entrepreneurs communicate effectively whether they're ta...
Episode 36: Mary Kearney of Orlando is All About Entertainment on the "Boom In Your Face" Podcast
Florida's Fresh Mix - August 05, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBOOM...in your face! That's what we've been saying around here ever since we welcomed Mary Kearney onto the show. Mary is the Founder and Creative Director of All About Entertainment 156 -- a music management and promotional company. She's also the host of the "Boom In Your Face" podcast where s...
Episode 35: Yanique DaCosta of Fort Lauderdale on Growing Her Business in a Niche Market (Part 2)
Florida's Fresh Mix - July 22, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThis 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...
Episode 34: Yanique DaCosta of Fort Lauderdale Ditched Law School to Pursue a Graphic Design Career
Florida's Fresh Mix - July 08, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsNothing 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 service...
Episode 34: Yanique DaCosta of Fort Lauderdale Ditched Law School to Pursue a Graphic Design Career (Part 1)
Florida's Fresh Mix - July 08, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsNothing 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 service...
Episode 33: Pat Rose of Gainesville on How Saving The Florida Manatee Will Save Florida's Waters
Florida's Fresh Mix - June 24, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe 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 pro...
Episode 32: Candace Giunta of Port Charlotte is the Ragazza Barber Behind the Mafia-Styled Wiseguys Barbershops
Florida's Fresh Mix - June 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEver been to a barbershop where you can watch mafia movies, get your mugshot taken, and drink free beer?! Yeah ... we didn't think so. But, this is Florida after all, and it's flooded with tons of New Yorkers and New Jersians (you might even be one of them). That's why it's the PERFECT state to ...
Episode 31: AJ Glover of Orlando Went From High School Dropout To CEO of A Million-Dollar Company
Florida's Fresh Mix - May 27, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIf you haven't noticed, a running theme in most (not all) Fresh Mix episodes is the entrepreneur's journey. Whether they couldn't stand another day at their 9-to-5 job, or they lost passion for a career they once loved, we truly enjoy sharing incredible stories of people who said, "Enough is eno...
Episode 30: Liz Olszewski of Boynton Beach Shares How Horses Can Comfort and Empower At-Risk Youth
Florida's Fresh Mix - May 13, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsChildren whose parents struggle with addiction face mental, emotional, and sometimes physical hardships. Today's guest has experienced these challenges firsthand, and now she's made it her life's mission to serve and support at-risk youth. Liz Olszewski is the founder and executive director of H...
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