Living Boca

One of South Florida's foremost real estate experts Nikki Klein stops by to talk about the uniqueness of our city, discovering the beauty of Boca Raton at a young age, the keys to growing a community, how she became a leader in multiple aspects of life, getting out of your comfort zone, the best ways to make a lasting difference, and why everyone's journey needs to start from within!  Find out more about Nikki and her amazing vision at thebrilliantteam.com.

PodPopuli producers sit down with Skyler Mendieta, the creator of the festival, to learn all about what's happening and why you should absolutely bring the family and enjoy! 

We've got the steak and the sizzle! The Secretary of Steak himself, Red Meat Lovers Club founder Evan Darnell, drops by to talk about his unique history with food, the mission of the group, the importance of charity, what makes a good meal, his favorite restaurants in the region, and much much more!

On this episode of Living Boca, we welcome Zack Lansat. He is an All-State owner, and entrepreneur. He found the right opportunity, left the corporate world, and started a business.  We talk insurance, inspections, and rates. We speak about changes in policies which effect the consumer, premiums, and more! Tune in listen to tips from a pro such as roofs, water heaters, and homeowner's applications. Great information about the Florida insurance world. 

On this week's episode of Living Boca, we welcome Deniz Duygulu and Carlton Washington.  These gentlemen are the Founders of 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions. With their flagship location in Boca Raton, they have now expanded with Franchise opportunities in 13 states! These business owners have created a dynamic wellness facility to treat several areas of health and wellness.   

On this week's episode of Living Boca, We Welcome Michael Nathanson, part of The Nathanson Brothers Team.  Ever thought about building a successful business with your sibling? Michael tells his story of how we got his start in real estate, a coin toss that determined his role in the business, and his entrepreneurial spirit in South Florida. Please visit www.soldbythebros.com to connect with this dynamic team!  

On this episode, we are joined by Phil Root, Business owner, Inventor, and entrepreneur. He is the recipient of the 2022 Batmasian Family Grant award for innovation, ingenuity, and making a positive impact on the future of our communities. Listen in!    

Lynn Lessell is an Ambassador of the Boca Chamber of Commerce. She is a business coach who seeks the intrapersonal relationships we have within ourselves, and others. Lynn is the founder of Inner Power Partners which is a group that connects members of the community in a different and unique way. Listen and please reach out to her for more information on how you can develop quality relationships within yourself and others. 

On this episode of Living Boca, we welcome Barbara Clarridge, the Owner of Angel Hearts Companion Care and member of the Boca Chamber of Commerce. Join us as we discuss the benefits of personalized home care, personal care, senior, and companion care. Barbara focusses on compassion which is the core and fundamental component of her business. Listen and enjoy! You can find more information on angelheartscompanioncare.com. 

On this episode of Living Boca, we welcome Joyce Hunter, President of The Florida Printing Group. We discuss design, logos and mail services that can be achieved with printing. We also discuss personalized attention as a client and how important customer service is in the branding of your business. Go to www.thefloridaprintinggroup.com for more information on how you can get connected to Joyce Hunter. 

In this episode of Living Boca, we welcome Momo Abdellatif and Chris Baker, the owners of Visuals By Momo. New and innovative ways to heighten brand awareness is the new norm in 2022. Businesses and individuals are constantly looking for innovative and creative ways to achieve this. In this episode, we explore photography, product photography, and commercial videos to add to your brand. Momo and Chris have a creative eye and can help you or your business develop a voice through visuals components. They service the tri-county area and you can find them at visualsbymomo.com. 

Listen in as our guest Karrie Klimas talks about her business and how she impacts the community. She is a Time Management Specialist who founded a company called, Great Partnership Solutions. Karrie offers guidance in tackling several business and/or personal areas of concern including administrative, marketing, visibility and a time mindset and management strategy for individuals and small business owners. The results of her unique niche can help you with better use of your time with greater clarity and direction resulting in feeling more productive and fulfilled.  

We sit down with local resident and owner of Happy Family Blog, Cristy Harfmann, to hear about the ins and outs of blogging, branding, social media. and her love of Boca! 

Pediatric sleep and routine consultant Serena Girardi stops by to talk about her business Sand and Sleep, which specializes in educating and resolving sleep issues, restless patterns, and improper routines that prevent babies and toddlers from getting the rest they need. Help your kids create healthy habits - check out Sand and Sleep https://sandandsleep.com/

Christina Davies, co-owner of Improve-U wellness spa, stops by to  explore the services they provide and the science behind them.  You will be amazed at the health benefits so be ready to schedule your consultation!

Dr. Kanwal Bawa, founder of Bawa Medical, stops by the Pod-A-Palooza live podcast event at Biergarten Boca to talk about why her medical practice is unique, how she makes lives better, her experiences in South Florida, and why the people of Boca Raton are exceptionally happy!

Award-winning producer, philanthropist, and TV host Arlene Herson stops by to talk about her non-traditional path to being a public personality, the key to talking to celebrities, what brought her to Boca Raton, living and working in NYC and DC, the best way to ask great questions, her fondest memories, her biggest interviews,  making a difference in the community, and much, much more!

TV news anchor, media personality, writer, and "Today's Paige" host Paige Kornblue stops by to talk about growing up in Boca, early TV gigs from the Gulf Coast to New England, how the city has changed, favorite childhood memories, returning to her roots, finding a passion in paradise, and why this proud Michigan alum might resist her kids becoming Buckeyes!

When your vibe attracts your tribe, in some cases the result is a powerhouse group of amazing, smart women. FemCity Boca Delray is a community of business leaders, business developers, and entrepreneurs looking to do more than network, they are looking to create lasting relationships and genuine friendships that go beyond the boardroom. Want to get involved in the community? Visit Femcity.com for more information. 

What sets Boca Dance Studio apart from the rest? How about the fact that Boca Dance Studio has been a Boca Raton staple for almost 40 years! Melanie Gibbs, owner of BDS, joined us in the PodPopuli studio to talk about the dance family and community she and her team has built over the years. Melanie is humble about the success of her studio, but prides herself on the life lessons her dancers learn and the types of people they become as they grow-up at BDS. 

Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands, Greg Hazle, joined Alana in the studio to share how our Boca Raton community and Palm Beach County at large comes together on a daily basis to conquer food insecurity, provide scholarships for job training programs, and encourages medical care with their community partners. Boca Raton is the beachside city with a giving heart. Are you looking for a way to volunteer or give back? Visit bocahelpinghands.org for more information. 

Michelle Olson - Rogers is a native of Boca Raton, but found herself lost when as a new mother she returned to her beachfront town from the young-adult life she created for herself in New York City.  By diving into her blog and creating the Modern Boca Mom brand, 8 years ago, Michelle is regarded as one of the most resourceful mothers in our area and now serves as the Director of Communications at Grandview Preparatory School in Boca Raton. Learn how Michelle aligns herself with tried-and-true local businesses and what sets the Grandview apart from the competition.  http://www.grandviewprep.net/    https://modernbocamom.com/

Palm Beach County Commissioner Robert Weinroth stops by to talk about the future of Boca, how the city has changed in recent years, balancing the needs of a community, and how everyone can get the very best out of Boca!

Kevin from Barrel of Monks joined us in the studio with a cooler full of Boca Raton's finest Belgian Craft Beer, straight from his brewery Barrel of Monks, it's 5 o'clock somewhere. Having their doors open for over 6 years, Barrel of Monks has established their place in the Boca Raton business and social scene. Tune in to hear how bougie Boca likes their beers and how you can support this local business. 

We welcomed Commissioner of the Port of Palm Beach Katherine Waldron and Ambassador Robin Bernstein to the studio to inform you, our listeners, about Palm Beach County Cares and their 6 week campaign to supply aide to the people of Haiti after their most recent natural disaster. If you are looking for more information about donating, activating a collection in your area, or volunteering in the warehouses please visit palmbeachcountycares.com.

President and CEO of the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce Troy McLellan and Membership Development Manager Alison Miuccio drop in to talk about why the city is headed in the right direction, the mission of a good chamber, their hopes for the community moving forward, what has changed in South Florida over the last couple of decades, and why Boca is a great place to do business!

Writer, Speaker, and Media Personality Rachel Sobel stops by to talk about the inspiration behind her Whine and Cheezits brand, why Boca has boomed, what she hopes for the future of the community, finding your mojo again as a mom, and her thoughts on a new slogan for the city!

A sneak peek at what's ahead on Living Boca!