Podcasts by Great Things Tampa Bay

Episode 54 - Refresh (Updates on all ~50 Great Places We've Discussed!) from 2022-05-28T20:23:25

After a significant milestone (or time in this case), it's important to take a look back and see all the great places and people we've talked about. Of the great restaurants and fun times discus...

Episode 53 - Delco's Cheese Steaks from 2022-04-19T12:46:25

Delco's Cheese Steaks are worth the drive... ask me how I know! This unique spot in Clearwater / Dunedin is worth the trip from all corners of Tampa Bay. Hands down one of THE BEST cheesesteaks you...

Replay Pinball Museum and Olive the World - Tarpon Springs and St Petersburg from 2019-09-25T16:32:15

Replay Pinball Museum in Tarpon Springs and now in St Petersburg is a great place to go and spend the day.

Learn about a recent Great Things Tampa Bay event where we traveled to Tarpon Sp...

How to Get a Free Composting Bin for St Pete Residents! [FREE!] from 2019-07-19T12:56:32

Want to know how to obtain a free composting bin if you're a city of St Pete Resident?

Up your recycling game by adding a [FREE] composting bin to your repertoire!

The City of Sain...

Does Great Things Tampa Bay write paid puff pieces? [HATE MAIL] from 2019-07-17T20:04:08

Does Great Things Tampa Bay write paid puff pieces?

Common wisdom is that if you don't have haters, you're not trying hard enough. I've now gotten a few pieces of hate mail, and thought I...

1812 Overture (BOOM) at (BOOM BOOM) Raymond James Stadium by the Florida Orchestra from 2019-07-17T19:56:45

Listen as The Florida Orchestra performs the 1812 Overture at Symphony Under the Starts 2019 at Raymond James Stadium. Featuring actual cannon fire!

It's not going to be the same...

Bay Coast Guardians - Real Life Super Heroes RLSH in St Pete from 2019-05-17T23:33:49

Watch full video interview here!

What happens when real life meets the colorf...

Blake's Crab Cakes - Tasting Event and the results were DELICIOUS! [St Pete] from 2019-05-02T20:55:39

For being so close to the sea, great seafood can be tough to find in Tampa Bay.

Luckily Blake’s Crab Cakes is to the rescue! I sit down with my wife as well as tasting event winner Ardena...

Keel and Curley Winery, Blueberry Farm, and Brewery [Plant City] from 2019-04-12T17:58:51

Keel and Curley Winery is a wonderful way to spend the day.

And it's an added bonus if it's BLUEBERRY SEASON (April-May)!

Today I share my experieces at this great local spot in Pl...

Podfest 2019 and Tampa Podcaster Meetup from 2019-03-27T19:59:03

Do you have an interest in podcasts or podcasting, or maybe just meeting a great local group of people helping each other out

The Florida Podcaster's Association is just one such...

E44 - Jimmy Murray at The Attic (Tampa) - Funny Guy, Twitter Celeb, AI Programmer from 2019-02-15T19:53:37

Let's take a minute and relax on the lighter side of life.  

I sit down with Jimmy Murray, funny guy, AI developers, and voice acting talent.  Notably he's the voice of the runaway hit po...

E43 Tampa Bay Live Interview at Engine 9 in Saint Petersburg from 2019-02-08T16:22:08

In episode 43, I interview Elizabeth and Erin of Tampa Bay Live at Engine 9 in St Petersburg Florida.

Tampa Bay Live is a great local blog and so...

E42 - Thai Legacy with my wife Abbie, Michael, and Nicole, fans of the show! (Brandon) from 2019-01-11T18:45:44

What's it feel like to get fan mail?  A whole lot better than getting hate mail!

In Episode 42 I have lunch with my wife as well as Michael and Nicole at Thai Legacy, a Thai restaurant th...

E41 - Furnish Me Vintage Interview with Jackie Williams (St Pete) from 2018-11-27T16:16:51

Jackie Williams and her husband Todd Wilson are the brains behind an amazing multistory boutique in St Petersburg called Furnish Me Vintage specializing in all things hip and cool!

You'll...

E40 - Henry Plant Museumat the University of Tampa, Interview with Lindsay Huban (Tampa) from 2018-11-02T16:22:46

In today's episode, you will hear about the history of the University of Tampa, the Tampa Hotel and it's builder Henry Plant.  Lindsay Huban, the Museum Relations Manager at the Henry B Plant Mu...

Episode 39 - Interview with Joe Malinowski, Tampa Bay is Awesome from 2018-10-03T16:26:21

I interview local influencer and instagram phenomenon Joe Malinowski, responsible for Tampa Bay Is Awesome!  Joe joins me for dinner at Brick and Mortar, and we talk about all things food, the c...

Episode 38 - Interview with Fred Metzler, music by Whitney Drive from 2018-09-24T21:01:23

Hear is straight from the dog's mouth!  In this episode of Great Things Tampa Bay, I interview Fred Metzler, the owner of Dog Bar who I spoke about in depth and Listen

Episode 37 - Gateway to India, Music by Christian Gonzalez from 2018-09-10T14:40:28

Gateway to Indian has converted me into an Indian food lover!  Listen in about one of the best restaurants in Tampa Bay, let alone best Indian Restaurant.

The tikka masala is literally wo...

Episode 36 - Startup Bus Florida from 2018-08-23T22:08:35

Come along on a journey from Tampa, to North Georgia, to Nashville, to Biloxi, and finally to New Orleans.

On this journey, you will hear about the struggle, over the course of three days...

Episode 35 - The Gator Crusader, Alligators, Suncoast Primate Sanctuary, Music by Comin Home The Band from 2018-07-31T15:02:30

I interview Michael Women, aka The Gator Crusader.  Learn all about the most popular apex reptile in Florida, the Alligator.  I also get in the pen with them for a few minutes.  Very unsettling!...

Episode 34 - [REPLAY] - Tampa Bay Club Sport from 2018-07-24T18:25:58

This is a replay of Episode 15.  It's a sporting life!  In this episode, learn about all the opportunities Tampa Bay Club Sport has for adults of all ages to get active.  From soccer to kickball...

Episode 33 - Tampa Bay Club Sport Interview with Ian Elston from 2018-07-05T15:11:17

Sports are a big part of the Tampa Bay area, from kids to adults!  On today's episode, I interview Ian Elston with Tampa Bay Club Sports.

TB...

Episode 32 - Where to Watch the World Cup in Tampa Bay from 2018-06-14T17:07:33

Wondering where to watch the world cup in Tampa Bay?  I give you a TON of places to check out.

Who am I supporting?  FRANCE!  Allez Les Bleus!

Episode 31 - Goat Yoga, music by The Young Something from 2018-06-05T18:09:12

You might have heard rumors about Goat Yoga... well we went and did the thing!

My wife and I got our downward dog on and our bleeting hearts melted at  Listen

Episode 30 - Local Luthier Erdem, the CRACKERCASTER, and music by Ania from 2018-05-21T20:18:25

Few things spark as much imagination as a musical instrument.  Give a toy guitar to a 4 year old and watch what happens.  It's like we're both with music in our soul!

Local Luthier (that'...

Episode 29 - Piccolo Italia Bistro Tampa, Music by Stone Marmot from 2018-05-14T12:36:57

If you remember back to Episode 4, I love Italian.  In episode 29, I discover and share my experience of a relative newcomer to the Tampa Italian food scene.  When you walk in and everyone in th...

Episode 28 - SOAR, helping and assisting with our furry friends. Music by Carlos Strange from 2018-04-19T20:27:10

Sure there are animal shelters around Tampa Bay, maybe that's where you adopted fluffy or rover.  And sure, maybe you or someone you know volunteers at one, helping our furry friends out.  But w...

Episode 27 - Chief's Creole Cafe from 2018-04-11T15:46:58

Want to know where to find the best creole, jambalaya, etouffee, gumbo, red beans and sausage, fried okra and fried chicken?

Look no further than Ch...

Episode 26 - Robert Blacklidge Interview, courseAlign.io, StartupBus and Local Entrepreneurs from 2018-04-03T21:29:56

On this episode I interview Robert Blacklidge who is very active in the local Tampa Bay startup and entrepreneur community.

Startup Bus

Episode 25 -Mount Dora Road Trip! Hidden gems on a romantic getaway north of Orlando, Music by Ellie Lee Band from 2018-03-20T18:07:20

Take a trip with us north of Orlando: Beautiful Mount Dora, Florida!

We went to Mount Dora to enjoy the 2017 Mount Dora Arts and Craft Fair Listen

Episode 24 - Bob McDowell Fancy Farms Strawberry Interview, Trinity 7 Music from 2018-03-03T16:26:23

Ever wondered what all goes into making a delicious strawberry, one worth of topping shortcake and being celebrated in a festival?

I interview Bob McDowell, 15 year farmer at Listen

Episode 23 - Florida State Fair vs Florida Strawberry Festival from 2018-02-14T17:13:39

Strawberry Shortcake or Cracker Country?  Are you more about a small town with big hearts or the largess of the city (3 Scooter Rides!)  In this episode I hand down the verdict on which is bette...

Episode 22 - Treeumph from 2018-01-31T16:18:47

Let out your inner Tarzan at TreeUmph!, our local tree canopy zipline and obstacle course!

TreeUmph Adventure Course

Episode 21 - DogBar, The Funnest, Furriest Place from 2018-01-04T15:52:17

In episode 21 you'll hear about DogBar, the funnest and furriest place around.  No dog required!

The unique and uplifting atmosphere of DogBar is unrivaled in the Tampa Bay Area.  Mixing ...

Episode 20 - A Very Special Christmas Special from 2017-12-21T16:34:09

In this episode we share listener and reader suggestions for all the great things to go and see during the holiday season.  Christmas Light Displays galore!

Episode 19 - Markets for Makers Interview from 2017-11-30T17:42:07

Markets and Pop Ups are all the rage nowadays, and in Episode 19 we interview Natalie and Trista of Markets for Makers who are KILLING IT with local markets in Clearwater (Pierce St Market), Nig...

Episode 18 - The Hall on Franklin from 2017-11-28T13:32:36

Episode 17 - We're All Stars Now at the Boat Show from 2017-11-09T13:59:37

There's water to be found everywhere in Tampa Bay, and water means BOATS.  In this episode we cover the three major boat shows in the Tampa Bay area, and tell you which one to go to if your look...

Episode 16 - The Great (Movies) Outdoors from 2017-11-02T14:51:42

Want to know all the places to catch a movie outside now that the weather has cooled off a bit?  From Clearwater to Tampa to Rusking to St Petersburg, there's plenty of spots to see the silver s...

Episode 15 - Get Your Game On! Tampa Bay Club Sports from 2017-10-20T18:43:28

It's a sporting life!  In this episode, learn about all the opportunities Tampa Bay Club Sport has for adults of all ages to get active.  From soccer to kickball, and golf to cornhole (sport?), Clu...

Episode 14 – Deflate Things Tampa Bay (Places to Avoid) from 2017-10-05T15:53

Things aren’t always sunny in Tampa Bay.  Rain falls.  Lightning crashes. While it’s good to know what places are great, it’s also valuable to know what places to absolutely avoid. Dayton Andrews J...

Episode 13 – Tapas Spanish Cafe in Tampa/Brandon from 2017-09-26T00:35:53

Delicious Spanish and Cuban favorites at Tapa’s Cafe, a great and often overlooked lunch spot in Tampa/Brandon on Falkenberg.  Get some great croquetas, an astounding cuban sandwich, and some delic...

Episode 12 – World Thrift Pop Up Shop and Kitchen from 2017-09-12T13:49:48

In this episode we interview Berto, Nick and Alessandro of The AOK Family. Also known as World Thrift Pop Up Shop and Kitchen.

Episode 11 – Brocato’s Cuban Sandwich Shop and Lakeland Shoutouts from 2017-08-17T19:28:42

In this episode we dive deep into Brocato’s sandwich shop, a Tampa staple and arguably the best cuban sandwich around.  But their true gem is their Deviled Crab!  Also we call out some Patio 850, P...

Episode 10 – William Dean Chocolate and Bill Jackson’s Outdoor Store from 2017-08-01T18:12:24

In this episode we take a trek into the world of William Dean Chocolates and some of the education classes they offer.  In particular Laminated Dough…. croissants, sticky buns, puff pastry, and oth...

Episode 9 – Tarpon Redux: Olive The World, Unique Finds, Finders Keepers and Court of Two Sisters from 2017-07-16T22:01:52

In this episode we take another trip to Tarpon Springs and talk about some great shops and the most amazing food (that isn’t Greek) in Tarpon Springs.  It’s not all soap and sponge docks in Tarpon ...

Episode 8 – Road Trip from 2017-06-28T21:37:29

Take a trip to the Other Coast…. Flagler Beach.  Ok, true, this episode is not in Tampa Bay.  But we found so many great things that we just had to share!  Hear about our stay at a great Bed, Break...

Episode 7 – Happy Trails from 2017-06-19T11:33:01

In Episode 7 we talk about walking, running and bicycling trails, interview Sal of Better Butterfly Creations, and discover what natural plant has better mosquito repellent properties than DEET.

Episode 6 – Rapid Fire from 2017-05-31T12:46:55

This episode we give you a ton of Great Things in Tampa Bay! We cast a wide net to bring you a bunch of great places to go and see. From no less than two arcades to natural sponges to more morning ...

E5 – Bob Heilman's Beachcomber, Old School Cool on (Clearwater Beach) from 2017-05-15T15:10:24

Take a trip back to timeless elegance (and Captain’s Wafers) at Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber restaurant in Clearwater, FL.  You’ll also be fascinated to learn where to get the best topsoil in Pinel...

Episode 4 – Vesuvio, Bella’s Italian Cafe from 2017-04-29T00:10:31

In this episode learn about the best Italian restaurant in Tampa.  We also continue our interview with Andy of the Urban Comfort Group in St Pete (Urban BBQ, Urban Creamery, Urban Deli and Urban Co...

Episode 3 – Don’t Pass on Passe-A-Grille, Dinner @ Selene, Tampa Nostalgia, Solar Eclipse 2017 from 2017-04-14T16:14:23

Learn how to have a great time at the best Gulf Beach (and what drink to avoid at the Paradise Bar & Grill).  We review Selene on St Pete Beach, and then wax nostalgia like a fully restored classic...

Episode 2 – Urban Refuge: Roser Park, Urban Comfort Interview, Learn to Sail, Fingerprint Theft from 2017-03-29T03:56:19

A neighborhood with quiet sanctuary just seconds from Downtown St Pete.  Then an interview with a local pioneer restauranteur blazing new trails both with his food and the way he runs his business....

Episode 01 – The Good, The Bad, and The Sinful: Urban Brew and BBQ, Avoid Horse Bites, Meet Your Host from 2017-03-15T03:32:02

Episode 1: My absolute #1 favorite restaurant in the Tampa Bay Area. Also, get some background on me and the goals of this podcast, which is to introduce you to some Great Things in Tampa Bay yo...