Ep. 270 – "This Blows": A Musical Comedy Show That Doesn't Suck with Creator Jessica Wachs
In this episode, Mark sits down with Jessica Wachs, the creator and artistic director behind "This Blows" – a musical comedy show that doesn't suck! Written for locals, by locals, and starring locals,...
15 Nov 202516min
Episode 269 – Don Oriolo: Felix the Cat, Zazoo Records & Wild Stories From a Legendary Career
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the legendary Don Oriolo—a powerhouse in the worlds of art, music, and pop culture. From his decades of work with the Felix the Cat franchise to his role i...
2 Aug 20251h 21min
Episode 268 – Sipping History & Flavor with Whisky Rick of Key West
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Whisky Rick, the charismatic founder of Key West Whisky Tours, for a lively conversation that blends Key West history with handcrafted spirits. Rick shares...
23 Mai 20251h 22min
Episode 267 – A Taste of Paradise with Executive Chef Leo Minelli at Hyatt Centric Key West
In this flavorful episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Executive Chef Leandro "Leo" Minelli of Hyatt Centric Key West Resort & Spa. Chef Leo shares his culinary journey from Mendoza, Argentina to the ...
16 Mai 202553min
Episode 266 - Fighting for Laughs: A Night of Comedy 4 A Hero with Kevin Redding
n this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Kevin Redding to talk about "Fighting for Laughs," a charity comedy show happening on July 5th, 2025, at the Key West Theater. Kevin shares how the idea for...
26 Apr 202539min
Episode 265 - Mila of Mavka Jewelry: New Beginnings and Big Changes
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Mila, the creative force behind Mavka Jewelry. We chat about her journey launching a new business, her life in Key West, and—yes—the real story behind the ...
18 Apr 202533min
Episode 264 – Morgan Bentley: Making Waves with Gyotaku Art
In this episode, I sit down with Gyotaku artist Morgan Bentley, whose work captures the spirit of the sea in every print. We dive into her artistic roots, how she discovered the traditional Japanese p...
11 Apr 202535min
Episode 263 – Tropical Glam & Balanced Living: The Kirby's Closet Story
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with entrepreneur Kirby Myers. We dive into how she started her business, the ways she balances charity work with her marriage and family, and how she still fin...
14 Feb 20251h 24min
