Florida's Fresh Mix

Yes, 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 are we because we'll be back ... eventually ... like in October. In the meantime, listen to some of our older episodes. We got over 50 of them!! And while you're at it, share it with a friend or a fellow Floridian. That way, by the time October comes around, they'll be a Fresh Mixer like you. In all seriousness, thank you for your listenership, we really appreciate it. And we're STOKED for what's ahead on Florida's Fresh Mix Podcast! Host: Gerard Legagneur DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments to creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

This 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! But don't worry, we'll have a FRESH conversation in the next episode. Enjoy! ------------------------------- Kristy Sumner of Ocala is a property manager by day and a paranormal investigator by night. She and her identical twin sister are the founding members of Soul Sisters Paranormal -- a group of paranormal investigators who travel to the most haunted locations throughout Florida and the U.S.  She tells Gerard about her passion for the paranormal realm, her evidence-based approach, and the equipment she uses on full-scale investigations. And, after hearing some of Kristy's most shocking discoveries, you won't want to miss Gerard's thought-provoking Fresh Take! Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Kristy Sumner of Soul Sisters Paranormal  Links: Follow Soul Sisters Paranormal on YouTube | Facebook DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

It'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 incredibly iconic and innovative shows must have been pretty odd, but we love them for that. Today's guest has been a fan of all those cartoons since she was a kid, and those weirdo (genius) creators have since inspired her to pursue her artistry. Carly Berry is a talented artist, graphic designer, and entrepreneur. She's the Founder of it's not that weird, an online store featuring her graphic designs on shirts, tote bags, stickers, and magnets. Carly tells Gerard about her favorite 90s cartoons and how they've influenced her illustrations and personality. Plus, she explains how she made "one second every day" videos for 6 years! Listen in and learn something new today. Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Carly Berry of it's not that weird Links: Follow Carly on Instagram | TikTok Link: One second every day video playlist DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Can 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 Traveler Podcast. Field producer Jason Paton joined Elizabeth in the southernmost region of the continental U.S. to interview dozens of authentic locals, historians, and experts. As two non-Floridians, they tell Gerard some of their most surprising discoveries from their Keys journey. Plus, they explain the awe and majestic nature found only in the Conch Republic. Listen in and learn something new today!  The Florida Keys Traveler Podcast was produced by Armchair Productions. Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Host Elizabeth Harryman Lasley of OnTravel.com Guest: Field Producer Jason Paton of Armchair Productions Link: Listen to the Florida Keys Traveler Podcast HERE Link: Follow Elizabeth on Instagram  DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Conflict. 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. Jeremy Pollack is the Founder of Pollack Peacebuilding Systems, the largest workplace conflict resolution consulting firm in North America. Jeremy and his team help companies handle serious disagreements, starting with the leaders. Joining him is Gigi Gutiérrez, the CEO of the Peaceful Leadership Institute. Jeremy and Gigi share how they got into the conflict resolution field. Plus, they tell Gerard about the different types of approaches to conflict in and out of the workplace. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Dr. Jeremy Pollack, Founder of Pollack Peacebuilding Systems Guest: Gigi Gutiérrez, CEO of Peaceful Leadership Institute Links: Follow Pollack Peacebuilding Systems on Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn Link: Follow Jeremy on LinkedIn Link: Follow Gigi on LinkedIn DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

First 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 Enforcement Today Radio Show and Podcast. It airs twice a week on over 100 radio stations across the country. As a retired Baltimore Police Sergeant, John understands the hardships that cops, their families, and victims of crime deal with on a daily basis. He tells Gerard why it's important for police officers to check in with mental health professionals regularly. Plus, he shares how his show started online before traveling through the airwaves nationwide. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: John Jay Wiley, Host of Law Enforcement Today Radio Show and Podcast Links: Follow John on LinkedIn | Clubhouse | Facebook Links: Follow LET Radio Show on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Link: VIDEO President Obama visiting Guitars Over Guns participants Link: VIDEO Former President Obama surprises Chicago musicians, grant recipients -- ABC 7 Chicago DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Believe 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 Mistletoe Therapy (provided by Believe Big), the cancer hasn't metastasized or kept her away from her active lifestyle. Marie tells us more about mistletoe medicine, which has treated cancer patients in Germany for almost 100 years. She also mentions the power of positivity and prayer, being your own patient advocate, and her Sunday Fun Days. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Marie Caruso (pseudonym) of Believe Big Links: Follow Believe Big on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Link: "U.S. Study of Intravenous Mistletoe Extract to Treat Advanced Cancer" - John Hopkins Medicine DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

What'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 performing in theaters all over the country, Lynn is embarking on a different theatrical quest.  "Blue: A Rhapsody in Blubber" is a one-woman show about the complex lives of three unlikely characters: a baby blue whale, an elderly man, and a middle-aged woman. Lynn tells Gerard how she first got the idea to write "Blue" while visiting the Royal Ontario Museum. She also shares what it's like performing in her first one-woman play, depicting a blue whale, and teaching Shakespeare to graduate students. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Lynn McNutt  Link: Tickets for "Blue: A Rhapsody in Blubber" Link: Follow Lynn on Instagram DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

We'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 the Founder of Strained Memory. He tells Gerard whether or not his experiences with severe ADHD are a blessing or a curse. Matt also shares how he decided to give rollerblading another shot after a serious injury kept him away from the sport for almost 20 years. Plus, Gerard discusses his OCD habits and his love for caster boards. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Matt Burke of Strained Memory Links: Follow Matt on Instagram | YouTube DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Being 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! Sweet Pasta is the host of The Sweet Pasta Experience Podcast. She chats with Lead Content Producer Amber about how her sexual partners should treat her. Plus, she offers tons of brilliant nuggets of knowledge about a woman's self-worth and a man's role in a relationship. Listen in, take notes and learn something new today! Host: Amber Amortegui Guest: Sweet Pasta of The Sweet Pasta Experience Links: Sweet Pasta's Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | OnlyFans Link: Sweet Pasta Experience - Episode 57 - Mascara Challenge: How To Know If Your Princess Hoe Has Been R*ped Link: Sweet Pasta Experience - Episode 46 - Irritated P*ssy: When Your Princess Hoe Doesn't Want You To Go Down On He Link: "Why Men Love B*tches," by Sherry Argov DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network  

From 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, sustainability actions by focusing on solutions rather than fear-based problems. Dave Finnigan is the author of the Green Actioneers Family Action Guide, an educational workbook that features fun, interactive, activities for students. It also includes over 100 actions for creating more eco-friendly habits that'll help families save energy and money. Dave tells Gerard all about his new book, and he shares a bit about his "former life" as a juggling master. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Dave Finnigan of Green Actioneers Links: Follow Green Actioneers on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Today'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 newbie podcaster back in the mid-2000s before anyone knew the meaning of a podcast. He also mentions his milestone acquisition deal with Equine Network. Plus, Glenn tells a story about Elvis' Graceland horses. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Glenn "The Geek" Hebert of the Horse Radio Network Link: Horses In The Morning (longest-running daily podcast in the WORLD!) Link: TECHxploration - Episode 3: Podcasting Excellence with Glenn Hebert, Plus the Future of Investing Could be Acorns DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network  

What 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 Events -- for groups of women who are trying to shed their fear, guilt, and shame toward their bodies. Kerry tells Gerard how embracing your nakedness can be a very healing and enriching experience. Plus, she shares how she overcomes people's judgments about her lifestyle. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Kerry Kott Links: Kerry's Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Link: The Universe Made Me Do It Podcast Link: The Naked Human Podcast DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Think 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 for such delicacies due to food allergies or dietary restrictions. But today's guest can get around that issue.  Sira Garib is the Founder of Pure Vegan Cakes in West Palm Beach. Her clients range from vegans to non-vegans, but she specializes in customized cakes and desserts for people with extreme dietary restrictions. She tells Gerard how it took her eight months to perfect vegan cake baking. Sira also shares how growing up in Brooklyn inspired her to bake vegan Italian rainbow cookies (Pure Vegan Cakes is the ONLY bakery in South Florida that makes this classic Italian treat, vegan style). Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Sira Garib of Pure Vegan Cakes Links: Pure Vegan Cakes Instagram | Facebook Link: Sira's Instagram DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

As 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 memorable conversations of 2022. Thank you to all our Fresh Mixers for listening. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season, and we'll see you in 2023! Host: Gerard Legagneur Co-Host: Amber Amortegui Link: Episode 24: Angie Willoughby of West Palm Beach is "The Green Baker" Providing Cannabis Education (Part 1) Link: Episode 25: Angie Willoughby of West Palm Beach Mentors Black and LGBTQ+ People Pursuing Cannabis Careers (Part 2) Link: Episode 23: Jason "JaFleu" Fleurant of West Palm Beach on NAACP Image Award Nomination and His Artistic Purpose Link: Episode 30: Liz Olszewski of Boynton Beach Shares How Horses Can Comfort and Empower At-Risk Youth Link: Episode 28: Sean Russell of Fort Lauderdale on Expanding South Florida's Vegan Community Link: Episode 40: Miss Florida Pageant Winners on Pageant Life, Girl Gangs, and Community Service Link: Episode 32: Candace Giunta of Port Charlotte is the Ragazza Barber Behind the Mafia-Styled Wiseguys Barbershops Link: Episode 37: Sabine Kvenberg of Sarasota Spent a Lifetime in Theater, Now She Teaches Entrepreneurs How to Communicate Link: Episode 38: Dilo Murad of South Beach on Promoting Nightclubs, Finding Purpose, and Owning Avo Miami Link: PODFEST 2023 TICKETS ON SALE NOW! DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

What 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 of Brainwash Media, an innovation agency that's committed to empowering people through social impact. His team develops unique projects and marketing campaigns that provide creative solutions to social problems. And...he's also a friend of Gerard's! (Yes, ANOTHER guest who personally knows Gerard. He can't help that he's popular.) Edwin shares how brands that have a social impact and empower others can influence consumers in positive ways. Plus, he spills why he decided on the name "Brainwash Media" (not fake news). Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Edwin Muhammad of Brainwash Media Links: Edwin's LinkedIn | Instagram Link: PODFEST 2023 TICKETS ON SALE NOW! DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

We'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 company that produces digitally interactive children's books. Josh talks about how the flaws of the FCAT (remember that?) helped spawn LinkIt! Plus, Gerard and Josh reminisce on their Harvard and South Beach days. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Josh Powe of LinkIt! and Pubbly Link: Josh's LinkedIn Links: LinkIt! Twitter | LinkedIn DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Spirituality 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 Gatherings and the host of Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious podcast. She tells Gerard about her experience working as a nurse in the Middle East. She also shares how she transitioned away from a 40-year nursing career to helping others on their spiritual journeys as a Reiki Master. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Dr. Sandra Marie of Wild Soul Gatherings Link: Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious Podcast Links: Dr. Sandra Marie's Facebook | Instagram | YouTube DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

For 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 Hargrett tell Gerard how the three different pageants work, what life is like with their crowns, and their favorite (and not-so-favorite) parts about living in the Sunshine State. Plus, Gerard learns all about "girl gangs" and "sister queens." Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guests: Miss Tiffany Chavez, Ms.Jasmine Johnson, and Mrs. Vida Hargrett of USOA's Miss Florida Pageants Links: Miss Tiffany Chavez Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Links: Ms. Jasmine Johnson Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Links: Mrs. Vida Hargreet Instagram | Facebook Link: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay Link: Tread Lightly Link: Worth More Nation Link: National Alliance of Mental Illness Link: Florida Man News Podcast DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Producer Jaime's Riverside.FM Affiliate Code Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

When 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 spreads his love for Caribbean music all throughout South Florida and beyond. Omarie Williams is a professional steel drum player and the Founder of Earovation LLC, an entertainment company that contracts different acts for a variety of events. Omarie talks about his experience performing with his group, the Steel Band Delight, at Superbowl LIV in Miami. He also tells Gerard his keys to operating a successful business. Oh, and Gerard and Omarie go WAY back. That's right, they're longtime friends!! Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Omarie Williams of Earovation LLC Link: Steel Band Delight Link: Omarie's Instagram DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Many 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 Founder and Owner of Avo Miami -- a fast-casual Mediterranean-inspired restaurant that serves tons of healthy cuisines to South Beach visitors and locals.  He's also a longtime friend of Gerard's! Dilo talks about finding purpose in life, following your intuition, and changing a destructive lifestyle. He also shares his transition from promoting nightclubs to owning a restaurant. Plus, Gerard and Dilo reminisce about the first time they met, which may or may not have involved Gerard screaming at a room full of people...Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Dilo Murad of Avo Miami Links: Avo Miami's Instagram | Facebook | Yelp Links: Dilo's Instagram DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Public 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 talking to a crowd of 50 or pitching to a room of 5. Sabine is an actress, singer, author, podcast host, and communication coach (she actually holds SEVERAL titles, but you get the point). She talks about her acting career in her native Germany and how she eventually moved to the States. Plus, she explains the "3 P's" to achieve anything in life. And, did she really skydive on her 60th birthday?! Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Sabine Kvenberg of Communication Coaching Center Links: Sabine's Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Link: BECOME podcast Links: Author of “Unlock Your Full Potential” and “Secrets on How To Succeed in Showbiz” Link: Book a FREE Strategy Session with Sabine! Link: Sabine's music Link: Sabine's guest appearance on Why I'll Never Make It podcast Link: Treeumph! Adventure Course DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

BOOM...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 she features up-and-coming indie artists of all genres. Mary tells Gerard about her journey to Florida and how she got into the music industry. Plus, she knows how to make over 300 types of cheesecakes?! You'll have to hear it to believe. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Mary Kearney of All About Entertainment 156 Link: "Boom In Your Face" Podcast Links: "Boom In Your Face" Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Link: My Life Entertainment Awards (Mary will present an award!)  DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

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 to pricing your services. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Yanique DaCosta of YKMD Visual Communications Link: Episode 34: Yanique DaCosta of Fort Lauderdale Ditched Law School to Pursue a Graphic Design Career (Part 1) Links: YKMD Instagram | Facebook Links: Yanique's LinkedIn | Instagram DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

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 Gerard how she went from coloring on her grandmother's linens in Jamaica as a child to living in a penthouse in Miami as a young adult. She also mentions the expectations that parents from the Caribbean traditionally have for their children, and why everyone is NOT destined to be a boss. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Yanique DaCosta of YKMD Visual Communications Links: YKMD Instagram | Facebook Links: Yanique's LinkedIn | Instagram DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

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 aquatic biologist, he's researched the Florida manatee for over 45 years. In today's episode, Pat debunks some manatee myths and explains how saving them will ultimately save Florida's marine ecosystems. Plus, Gerard asks him about the incident where someone wrote a certain president's name on the back of a manatee. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Pat Rose of Save the Manatee Club Links: Save the Manatee Club Facebook |  Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | Pinterest Link: Adopt A Manatee Program Link: Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership To report a sick or injured manatee, please call (888) 404-3922 DONATE: Gerard's Guitars Over Guns fundraiser! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Ever 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 open a mafia-themed barbershop. Today's guest is Candace Giunta, and she co-owns Wiseguys Barbershops in Port Charlotte with her husband Louie, a Sicilian man who knows how to stay on brand! She tells Gerard all about her mobster-inspired shop and how it became a local hotspot in just three years. Candace also mentions her American Idol experience. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Candace Giunta of  Wiseguys Barbershops Links: Wiseguys Barbershops Facebook | Instagram Links: Cosa Nostra Grooming Products | Instagram Links: Candace's Instagram | Louie's Instagram Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

If 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 enough! I'm doing things MY way now." Our guest today carved her own path to success, but the odds were severely stacked against her long before her entrepreneurial endeavors.  AJ Glover was once a high school dropout, but now she's the Founder and CEO of Daze Staffing Solutions, a multi-million dollar employment agency. She explains how overcoming child abuse, domestic violence, and homelessness led her to love helping others find fulfilling careers. AJ also tells Gerard how not having a business degree didn't stop her from owning and operating her company. Plus, Gerard can rap?!? Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: AJ Glover of Daze Staffing Solutions Link: AJ's Instagram Link: Casheley Co. Instagram Link: Find AJ's music on Voisey @Ash3l3y Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Children 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 Horses Healing Hearts (HHH), a nonprofit organization that provides equine therapy, mentorship, and other services to children from homes with addiction. She tells Gerard how horses can sense our authentic feelings and how Jonathan the mustang sparked a deep love and connection toward these majestic animals. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Liz Olszewski of Horses Healing Hearts Links: Horses Healing Hearts Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Link: "Without Wings" documentary film Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

There once was a time when rock n' roll and big-hair bands were larger than life. Legendary groups like Journey, Pink Floyd, and Led Zeppelin were crankin' out hits that most of us still know and love today. There's no denying that classic rock defined a generation of rockers and music fans alike. So, to give us a better understanding of this "magical moment" in music, our guest today is Rob Garcia, a full-time musician and one half of the duo, Storytellers. He and his bandmate, Paul, cover classic rock hits acoustically while sharing personal stories with their audience. Rob tells Gerard which years he considers the "classic rock era," how music influences culture, and how he went from stockbroker to rock n' roller. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Rob Garcia of Storytellers Link: Get tickets to see Storytellers LIVE at the Seminole Theater! Link: Storytellers cover "Wish You Were Here" by Pink Floyd Link: Storytellers YouTube Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Veganism is a lifestyle that's spreading around the world quicker than we can say "tofu." That's why we're featuring a homegrown vegan who's taking South Florida's vegan community to new heights. Today's guest is Sean Russell, the Founder of SoFlo Vegans, which is an online platform that promotes veganism through videos, podcasts, blogs, and events. Sean tells Gerard his pre-vegan story and why he thinks South Florida can become the next global vegan hotspot. Plus, he breaks down the differences between veganism, vegetarianism, and plant-based diets. Will Gerard turn from his meat-eating ways and adopt a vegan lifestyle? Listen in... Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Sean Russell of SoFlo Vegans Links: SoFlo Vegans Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn Link: Pre-order Sean's book, "Pre-Vegans" Link: Hodo | tofu brand Sean mentioned Link: Angie Willoughby (The Green Baker) on Fresh Mix Part 1 and Part 2 Link: Video of Producer Jaime randomly meeting a PIG while on a walk! Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

We live in a culture where we want things, and we want things now. These "things" can range from the most mundane to the most essential, like medicine. Today's guest understands the need for same-day delivery of prescriptions, vaccines, therapies, and other medical items. Derrick Miles is the Founder and CEO of CourMEd, a concierge health and wellness service. He's also a personal friend of Gerard's! These two chat it up about Derrick's upbringing in Clearwater, his experience attending an HBCU, and what got him interested in healthcare. Plus, did Gerard meet Derrick ... twice?? Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Derrick Miles of CourMed Links: CourMed Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn Link: Derrick's LinkedIn Link: eMerge Americas Conference: April 2022 in Miami Beach (Derrick is a speaker!) Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

This episode is dedicated to all the cat lovers out there! Our guest today is Deb Quimby of Big Cat Rescue in Tampa. Yes, we're talking about THE Big Cat Rescue sanctuary that's featured in the popular Netflix docuseries, "Tiger King." Deb shares how she randomly found Big Cat Rescue on Facebook Live while she was still a nurse educator in Indiana. She also explains the many issues surrounding big cat exploitation and captivity. And, Deb shares Carole Baskin's ultimate mission to save big cats worldwide (it involves virtual reality). Plus,  Gerard finds out the truth about black panthers. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Deb Quimby of Big Cat Rescue Links: Big Cat Rescue Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok Link: Big Cat Rescue Volunteer Info. Link: Big Cat Act Link: Carole Baskin's mission to save big cats Link: Big Cat Rescue's Live Cams Link: Watch Jinx the Black Leopard! Link: Finding Florida Episode 7c: BONUS - Big Cat Rescue (Producer Jaime's foreshadowing interview from 2018) Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

We have a new show for you on FPN! Enjoy this sizzle reel of Craig and David setting off on their exploration to discover the latest in FL tech and innovation! TECHxploration is your inside look-ahead at Florida's future–everything from emerging trends in leading-edge business to immersive family entertainment! Floridians are both creating and consuming some amazing innovations from shore to shore. This sizzle real features clips from Craig and David's launch guests: Clinton Muntean from Mainline Marketing in Orlando, Women in Tech from New Horizon South Florida, Glenn “the Geek” Hebert from Horse Radio Network in Ocala, and Jason Hill from the Owwll App out of Boca Raton. Catch these intro clips on their innovative tech and then gear up for their full interviews on how their tech and innovations are impacting our Florida communities–all coming soon! Be sure to search for TECHx Podcast in iTunes or any other of your favorite podcast players and subscribe today! Link: Check out TECHxploration! (http://techxplorationpodcast.com/) Hosts: Craig Brooks (CEO) and David Forman (COO) of Clarity Creative Group in Orlando, FL Executive Producer: Jaime (“Jemmy”) Legagneur, Chief Enthusiasm Officer Assistant Producer: Amber Amortegui, Lead Content Producer at Flint Stone Media Guests: From Episode 1 (out now): Clinton Muntean from Mainline Marketing in Orlando From Episode 4 (due out 3/15): Jason Hill from the Owwll App out of Boca Raton From Episode 2 (out now): Women in Tech from New Horizon South Florida From Episode 3 (due out 3/15): Glenn “the Geek” Hebert from Horse Radio Network in Ocala Voice Over Artist: Jorge Hernandez Visit the TECHxploration Website: TECHxplorationPodcast.com Follow Craig and David on Social Media: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Pinterest |  YouTube Follow Florida Podcast Network on Social Media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube Join the FPN Insiders Communities: Facebook | Clubhouse | Goodpods Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Flint Stone Media LLC 2022. Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

We're back with more "pot talk" on PART 2 of Gerard's conversation with the one and only Angie Willoughby, a.k.a. The Green Baker. If you haven't heard PART 1 yet, then what are you waiting for?? Once you're caught up, come back here and learn how edibles metabolize differently than smoking weed and why Angie says Black and LGBTQ+ representation is important in the cannabis industry. Plus, Angie explains why her senior citizen customers are near and dear to her heart. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Link: Help celebrate Gerard's birthday with a donation to Guitars Over Guns! Guest: Angie Willoughby, a.k.a. The Green Baker Link: The Green Baker Menu Link: The Green Baker Podcast Links: The Green Baker Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Cannabis. Marijuana. Grass. Mary Jane. Ganja. Flower. Weed.  Yep, we're talking (not smoking) pot on the next TWO episodes! Our guest today is Angie Willoughby, a.k.a. The Green Baker. Angie bakes and sells all kinds of yummy sweet treats that are infused with cannabis. Cannabis is a plant that's been plagued by stigmas and misinformation for decades. That's why Angie strives to educate both customers and skeptics on how cannabis can aid their physical, mental, and emotional needs. Angie, who has over 20 years of culinary experience, tells Gerard how she got into the cannabis industry. Plus, Gerard shares a HILARIOUS story involving edibles. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Angie Willoughby, a.k.a. The Green Baker Links: The Green Baker Menu Link: The Green Baker Podcast Link: The Green Baker Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Link: tCheck - The THC/CBD checker Angie suggested Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

It's not every day that we get to feature an NAACP Image Award nominee! Our talented guest is none other than artist and animator Jason "JaFleu" Fleurant of Treal Toonz. His show, "Peanut Headz: Black History Toonz," was recently nominated for Outstanding Animated Series at this year's NAACP Image Awards. And, for the first time ever, Gerard has a very special co-host: Producer Jaime, a.k.a. the founder of Flint Stone Media and the Florida Podcast Network (and Gerard's little sister)! JaFleu and Jaime go WAY back, so it only makes sense to get these two on the mic to discuss JaFleu's nomination, their shared Haitian upbringings, and his artwork's influence on Black history education. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Special Guest Co-Host: Producer Jaime Guest: Jason "JaFleu" Fleurant of Treal Toonz Links: Treal Toonz/Peanut Headz Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Link: Peanut Headz on kweliTV Link: JaFleu's Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Link: NAACP Image Awards  Link: Marshawn Lynch, “I'm just here so I won't get fined.” Link: Producer Jaime's past interviews with JaFleu - Hear more of his journey! Curve the Cube #25 – ARTIST – Jason “JaFleu” Fleurant – 2015-04-25 Curve the Cube #69 – ARTISTS AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS – Exhibit Treal – 2016-03-26 Curve the Cube #123 – ARTIST -Jason JaFleu Fleurant – 20170915 People of Florida 04 – Jason “JaFleu” Fleurant from West Palm Beach and Guest Storyteller Denyse Cunningham from Ft. Lauderdale Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Part 2 of Gerard's conversation with Latrice Sampson Richards of Afros & Audio is now available for your ears! In this episode, they discuss how Black people are not a monolith, and how their unique experiences don't always align with society's narrative. Gerard and Latrice also highlight how Afros & Audio and the Vanguard Podcast Network are breaking barriers in an emerging medium following decades of misrepresentation in entertainment spaces. Plus, Gerard asks Latrice the age-old question of who's the greatest rapper of all time: Tupac or Biggie. Listen in and learn something new today! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Latrice Sampson Richards of Afros & Audio and Vanguard Podcast Network Links: Afros & Audio Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Link: The Turn Around Podcast Link: Edison Research: The Black Podcast Listener Report 2021 Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

A new year means new, fresh Floridians are joining the show, so what better way to kick off 2022 than with a TWO-PART episode! Yep, this conversation was so great that we didn't dare cut it down. Our guest for Episodes 21 and 22 is none other than Latrice Sampson Richards of Afros & Audio and the Vanguard Podcast Network! Gerard and Latrice talk about the importance of having a community specifically for Black podcasters and storytellers. They also discuss the parallels between Latrice's podcasting experience and her extensive background as a therapist. Listen in and learn something new today. Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Latrice Sampson Richards of Afros & Audio and Vanguard Podcast Network Links: Afros & Audio Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Link: Unicorns Talk Podcast Link: Guitars Over Guns Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Well, 2021 is almost wrapped up, so what better time to recap some of our favorite moments from the Fresh Mix Podcast this year! In this special edition episode, Gerard and Amber feature six quick clips from six episodes. They briefly reminisce about each guest and their inspiring, authentic, and fascinating stories. If you can't get enough of these conversations, you can check out our show notes for links to the full interviews. And, be sure to tune in next year for more great conversations with Gerard and his fellow Floridians! Listen in and Happy Holidays from the Fresh Mix Fam! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guests: Gerard Legagneur and Amber Amortegui Link:  Max Stryker Episode 2 Link:  Scott Firester Episode 1 Link: Kristy Sumner Episode 3 Link: Josh Zepess Episode 8 Link: Bles Chavez-Bernstein Episode 7 Link:  Cee Carter Episode 9 Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

The holiday season brings lots of cheers, and for some, lots of jeers. Buying gifts and visiting relatives can be burdensome and downright stressful. It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle that comes with December, so those who are less fortunate are often overlooked. Today's guest seeks those who society typically labels "forgettable."  Umberto Rosi is the co-founder of The Give Back Community, a nonprofit organization that focuses on revitalizing people who are experiencing homelessness. Every Friday night, Umberto and his team of fellow college students hit the streets of Downtown West Palm Beach to serve free food and provide helpful resources to people who need it the most. Umberto and Gerard discuss the juxtaposition of the wealthy elite in Palm Beach and people living on the streets.  He also tells Gerard how his inspiration for developing this organization began in his hometown of Rome, Italy. Listen in and learn something new today. Host: Gerard Legagneur Guests: Umberto Rosi of The Give Back Community Link Description: The Give Back Community Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Link Description: The Give Back Lifestyle clothing line Link Description: Patrick McNamara Episode 15 Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

Thanksgiving was yesterday, but that doesn't mean we can't keep this thankfulness train rollin'! Today's episode features two familiar guests ... Gerard and Amber! In this lighthearted and fun conversation, these two chat about their Thanksgiving plans and what's making them feel grateful these days. Plus, they reflect on some of the silver linings in the turbulent professional and personal journeys of previous guests. Listen in and Happy Thanksgiving from the Fresh Mix Fam! Host: Gerard Legagneur Guests: Gerard Legagneur and Amber Amortegui Link Description: Bles Chavez-Bernstein Episode Link Description: Patrick McNamara Episode Link Description: "In The Typhoon's Eye" by Bles Chavez-Bernstein Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

We are absolutely THRILLED to introduce the newest Florida Podcast Network hosts, Craig Brooks and David Forman! Today's guests are the hosts of TECHxploration, a brand new podcast featuring the fascinating Floridians behind the state's technology and business industries. Craig and David tell Gerard how their 25-year friendship helped them start and grow Clarity Creative in Orlando. Also, they discuss the importance of curiosity and how they're excited to learn about fellow Floridian innovators on their new podcast. Plus, the guys define the differences between a geek, a dork, and a nerd. Listen in and learn something new today. Host: Gerard Legagneur Guests: Craig Brooks and David Forman of Clarity Creative Link Description: Clarity Creative Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn Link: "The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom"  (book Craig mentioned) Link: Onewheel  Link: Follow Producer Jaime on Clubhouse Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

As we've noted many times on the show, mentorship can be helpful and fulfilling for both a mentor and mentee. Today's guests are the perfect example of this dynamic relationship. Silvana Roncal mentored Jennifer Perez through a nonprofit organization called LEAP, which stands for Ladies Empowerment and Action Program. The organization places businesswomen in the Homestead Correctional Institution to mentor incarcerated women. They teach them entrepreneurial and life skills to prepare them for re-entering into society. Silvana and Jennifer share their mentorship journey with Gerard.  They also explain the tough realities of transitioning from prison life to civilian life. Listen in and learn something new today. Host: Gerard Legagneur Guests: Jennifer Perez and Silvana Roncal Link: LEAP Homepage Links: LEAP Instagram | Twitter Link: LEAP's Annual Pitch Competition Link: Guitars Over Guns  Link: "13th" Documentary Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network

The City of Palm Beach is home to some of the wealthiest people in the world, including former President Donald Trump. If you head a few miles west, you'll find a city known for its diverse cultural arts, nightlife scene, and low-income neighborhoods: West Palm Beach. Patrick McNamara, the CEO and president of the Palm Health Foundation, knows that a resident's zip code could determine their healthcare opportunities. Patrick explains to Gerard the work his nonprofit organization is doing to enhance the resources for people with limited access to quality healthcare. He also shares how a family tragedy influenced him to pursue social work and philanthropy. Listen in and learn something new today. Host: Gerard Legagneur Guest: Patrick McNamara, President and CEO of Palm Health Foundation Link: Palm Health Foundation Homepage Link: Palm Health Foundation Shares Links: Palm Health Foundation Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn Equipment Sponsor: Mainline Marketing | This episode was recorded on Shure MV7 Podcasting Microphones. (And, Gerard and Amber both LOVE it!) Visit The Fresh Mix Website: FreshMixPodcast.com Follow The Fresh Mix on Social Media: Instagram | Twitter Email the Show: FreshMix@FloridaPodcastNetwork.com Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur Production Assistant: Amber Amortegui Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media ------------------------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Partner with FPN: Become the voice of YOUR segment of Florida!! From sponsoring episode segments through creating and growing your own branded show, we have the solution to promote you while we promote Florida! FPN Media Kit We are currently boarding shows to build out our network. And, you don't want to miss ANY of the new hosts and podcasts were have joining us. Search for and subscribe to “Florida Podcast Network” on iTunes and all your favorite podcast players to get more of this and ALL our shows. Become a Patron: Have a suggestion for the Network? Join us in the FPN Insiders group on Facebook and let us know!    FPN:  Check out the other shows on the Florida Podcast Network