When you get 8s together, it gets pretty interesting! This podcast was no exception. Getting to chat with my friend Benjamin Collins of Laughing Samurai was as intriguing as that name sounds! Making my favorite cocktail, a Whisky Sour with Smooth Ambler Contradiction Whisky doesn’t hurt either. Join us as we chat the impact of growing up as an 8, starting something from nothing and real world education!
19.0_Episode 19: So Much Going On with John Rife
Well you never know what you are going to get when you sit down with a Guest. Spending time w John Rife did not disappoint! With having a vision for community and healthy eating, among the loads of other business developments he has been lucky enough to be a part of John envisioned and brought East End Market to life. It was a real pleasure to sip on Tito’s Handmade Vodka Summery Drinks, while in the midst of a Florida “Winter!” Hope you enjoy this incredible Story!
18.0_Episode 18: Make it Happen with Chauniqua Major-Louis
When don’t I want to have Major over? It doesn’t happen as much as I would like to, but when it does happen, it’s pretty wonderful! I sipped on some New Moon Market Juice, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Tonic. Major just had juice, per usual. ; ) We got to talk about how her childhood shaped who she grew up into and all the millions of things she has going on. It will make you want to take a nap just talking about it. You will enjoy hearing from this accomplished young lady!
17.0_Episode 17: Finding your Purpose with Jessica Bott
When it’s the Holidays and you get to sip on Tito’s Handmade Vodka & New Ground Chai Lattes and chat with a long time dear friend, Jessica Bott about the meaningful things. It’s kinda magic. There is nothing like a steady friend. Jessica has been that for me over many years. There is a beauty to listening to wisdom, having been through some tough moments and coming out the other side with clarified vision and knowing how to dial in your purpose. Hope you enjoy these conversations as much as I have been! What a better way to start out the New Year!
16.0_Episode 16: Moving the Needle with Kelly Cohen
When I think of fearless leaders in Orlando, I often think of Kelly Cohen. While Orlando wasn’t in the plans as a long term stay, it became the place she wanted to invest in! And I feel we are all better for it. Listen is as we drink Cinnamon Vanilla Glenlivet Whisky Sours, on how she was instrumental in bringing the Orlando City Soccer Club to Orlando and keeping our favorite Mayor Buddy Dyer in office!
15.0_Episode 15: Isn't Life Sweet with Nathan Clark!
We get one shot at this life. So we should make the most of it right!? Well that’s the MO of our Guest Nathan Clark. Nathan, along with his wife Jenn, started Wondermade about 7 years ago, which has had explosive success! We chat how he enjoys managing 6 children, a thriving business and ANOTHER full time job! Plus we sip on Italian Lemon Malfy Gin & Tonics and dig into the benefits of the Enneagram!
14.0_Episode 14: Make It Happen with Christen Rodgers
When you think of a life or health coach, you might not know what exactly to think. My Guest this week is Christen Rodgers who has quite an incredible story of her Journey to health, including losing over 100 pounds. She has also helped over 450 people reach their health goals as well! This take such patience and care, that I’m consistently blown away. We get to sip on my new FAV cocktail the Black Orchid made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and chat all the things, including what her true Enneagram really number is. Enjoy!
13.0_Episode 13: Know Thyself as Best You Can with Stephan Monteserin
We you get to have a Dearest Friend on and chat your Favorite subject, it equals a GREAT day. We chat ENNEAGRAM with a local expert. Stephan Monteserin is a LMHC who practices out of Solace Counseling. We dig in so deep with this episode that we are almost in China. Stephan walks us through the multifaceted world of the Enneagram and how this can help us get in touch with our truest self!
I sipped on my favorite cocktail (a Whisky Sour - w Cucumber and a 15 Year Glenlivet ) with a favorite friend. Listen in and let us know what number you are in the comments!
12.0_Episode 12: All that Sparkles with Ansley Schrimsher
When you think of that friend that lights up the room with just their laugh, that’s when I think of my pal Ansley. Founder and Owner of Dora Mae Jewelry. We weren’t ashamed to do some morning drinking, a Bootsy Collins to be exact - Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Lillet Rogue, Lemon Juice and Simple Syrup. SUH Simple. We chat the ups and downs and sideways of life.
As a fellow female Business Owner, it’s always a delight to share in the Joy and Struggles that that entails. Cannot wait for you to listen in to almost an hour of non-stop laughter!
11.0_Episode 11: Healthy & Hard Growth w Kaleb Harrell
When you think of places where people ACTUALLY like their jobs / bosses, not a whole lot of places/people come to mind. When I think of Hawkers Asian Street Fare, now an Orlando institution, I think that’s one of those places. I was honored to sit down and chat w one of Hawkers Asian Street Fare’s Founding Partners and now CEO, Kaleb Harrell about the twists and turns it took to grow Hawkers into a healthy and GROWING business. Plus sipping on Plymouth Sloe Gin and Limoncello didn’t hurt either. Hope you ENJOY!
10.0_Episode 10: Keeping Love Alive with Kristen Manieri
Most Bloggers have come to prominence in the past couple of years and usually last a couple of years. What I love about this week’s Cocktails and Conversation Guest, Kristen Manieri, is her dedication to pumping out quality content over the past 14 YEARS! That’s pretty impressive, as is her story of how she started Orlando Date Night Guide. If you are in a relationship, this site is a no brainer. Basically you will NEVER run out of Date Night ideas. So join us at as we sip on some delish Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktails for the eternal Summer we have in Florida.
9.0_Episode 9: ALL the Things with Katie Johnston
Well when you sit down for a drink with one of your dearest friends, it never feels like work. Getting to chat with Katie Johnston, the Director of Pulptown, was a real pleasure. Even I learned some things I never knew! We share childhood stories, Tito’s Vodka Cocktails and why Orlando is FULL of amazing things to explore! You won’t regret your time listening in!
8.0_Episode 8: Leading the Way for Women with Laura Youngkin
What’s better than sharing a VERY delightful summer cocktail with an old Friends? Not much really. I’m so excited for you to listen in to my conversation with Laura Youngkin, who Co-Created “Women Lead Orlando” with me. She currently lives in LA and is starting a big new FUN job, but it’s always fabulous to have her in town. We shared the perfect summer drink: a Tito’s Handmade Vodka Watermelon & Mint Moscow Mule. Listen in for all the Stories and how to make this drink!
7.0_Episode 7: Creative Curation with Cole NeSmith
Cole NeSmith has been a long time Champion of Orlando. He has also been a long time friend of mine. Cole had a vision to Celebrate the incredible things he saw his friends making and the Arts scene in our city. Thus the Creative City Project was born! If you haven’t attended yet, THIS IS YOUR YEAR! I made a simple and delish Campari / Tito’s Handmade Vodka Summer Cocktail to sip on as we chat! I know you are going to enjoy Cole’s story….
6.0_Episode 6: Keeping it Fresh with Brittany Lyne of Farm & Haus
Sitting down with Brittany Lyne of Farm & Haus was such a Delight! We got to talk about how our businesses were coming up at the same time! Brittany is an amazing Entrepreneur, Marketing Guru and Boss Mom! We got to chat how (real talk) she keeps it all together. Plus we did some early day drinks with some REALLY delish cocktails. You can learn how to make this Summery Lillet & St. Germain drink on the Podcast!
5.0_Episode 5: Making It To and In Orlando with Faiyaz Kara
Well I was so excited to sit down with the Orlando Weekly Restaurant Critic Faiyaz Kara about all things Drinks / Eats and how he made his way to Orlando from Canada. I can honestly say it’s amazing what people have lived through and all the restrictions to freedom still active in the world. This conversation made me count my Blessings for sure.
We were getting a head start with this easy and delish Summer Cocktail with a Tito’s Handmade Vodka Strawberry Mint Moscow Mule! Recipe is at the beginning of the Podcast. Hope you ENJOY!
4.0_Episode 4: Make it Matter with Ben Hoyer
It’s always a good time when I get to sit down with my friend Ben Hoyer, Founder of Downtown Credo and a little other side projects in Orlando. Ben has a way of helping to push Community forward in meaningful ways and helping to remind us to live with purpose and impact. It was a delight to share this Jack Daniel’s Whiskey South with an old pal!
3.0_Episode 3: Be a Boss on Every Level with Jenny Joy
What a pleasure to chat with such an inspiring business woman, with SUCH a caring heart and brave soul. I crafted a Tito’s Handmade Vodka drink called “Pretty in Pink” Cocktail that was an easy favorite of mine. It was more than a pleasure to chat all the Topics: Cocktails (or lack there of,) Story - she’s got a Powerful one, Enneagram - such a game changer for us, and REST - she has such wisdom to share! Can’t wait to have you listen in!
2.0_Episode 2: Sit Down with Kay Rawlins
It was SUCH a pleasure to share a Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktail with Kay Rawlins. Kay has been building up the Orlando Community for so many years. One of the ways that she does this is through her Role at the Orlando City Foundation! Listen in as she talks about life, love, loss, family and her overwhelming Pride for Orlando!
