Episode 39: Omarie Williams of Miami Gardens on His Love for Entertainment, Business, and the Steel Drums
Release Date: 09/16/2022
Sooo ... We're Taking A (Mini) Break
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...
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Episode 57 - REWIND: Kristy Sumner of Ocala Explores Our Haunted History with Soul Sisters Paranormal
Florida's Fresh Mix
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...
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Episode 56: How Popular 90s Cartoons Inspired Graphic Designer Carly Berry of Tallahassee
Florida's Fresh Mix
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...
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Episode 55: Celebrating 200 Years of The Florida Keys with Podcaster Elizabeth Lasley and Producer Jason Paton
Florida's Fresh Mix
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 . 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...
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Episode 54: Resolving Workplace Conflicts with Dr. Jeremy Pollack and Gigi Gutiérrez of Miami Beach
Florida's Fresh Mix
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....
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Episode 53: Stories From The Police Force and Law Enforcement Today with John Jay Wiley
Florida's Fresh Mix
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...
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Episode 52: Living (Happily) With Cancer with Marie Caruso of Bonita Springs
Florida's Fresh Mix
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...
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Episode 51: Actress, Singer, and Playwright Lynn McNutt on Her One-Woman Show, "Blue: A Rhapsody in Blubber"
Florida's Fresh Mix
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...
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Episode 50: ADHD, Rollerblading, and Creating Art with Matt Burke of Tallahassee
Florida's Fresh Mix
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...
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Episode 49: Sexual Confidence, OnlyFans and Princess Hoes with Sweet Pasta of Miami
Florida's Fresh Mix
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...
info_outlineWhen 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
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Executive Producer: Jaime Legagneur
Lead Content Producer: Amber Amortegui
Additional Support Provided by: Listeners Like You and Flint Stone Media
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