Mr. Mauricio joins the Emi Guerra Podcast for a raw, unfiltered conversation about Miami nightlife, the rise of DJ culture, celebrity-filled nights, gambling struggles, and the untold story behind his decades-long career. From spinning in legendary Miami clubs like Liquid, Mansion, and Opium Garden… to performing alongside industry icons… to rebuil…

Ignacio Garcia & Francesco (Grove Bay) go deep on scaling street-side and airport concepts, the 9-year Bayshore Club saga, Michelin’s real P&L impact, and why “Main & Main” beats trendy addresses. It’s chef artistry meets business math—no fluff, just playbook. Chapters: 00:00 – What it really takes to open (lease, insurance, PR, IT, accounting, pay…

What happens when a Cuban kid from Miami falls in love with country music? Orlando Mendez, a.k.a. The Cuban Cowboy, opens up about finding his voice, facing rejection, and proving that country has no borders. Hosted by Emi Guerra (The Wharf, Regatta Grove), this episode uncovers the grind behind the spotlight — from $50 gigs on Broadway to The Voic…

From termites and city permits to a global pandemic that nearly shut everything down, Michael Tronn & Paul Brown spent more than six years building Timbr — now one of Fort Lauderdale’s most talked-about restaurants. This episode is a behind-the-scenes journey into what it really takes to create a world-class hospitality venue. From their roots in S…

He built his career from teenage parties to luxury cigar brands; Eddy Guerra shares how hospitality shaped his journey into one of the most exclusive industries in the world. From running 14-hour days in Southeast Asia’s top resorts, to opening whiskey & cigar bars in Bangkok, to reshaping iconic brands like Montecristo, Trinidad, and Davidoff; thi…

He lost his first restaurant. He got burned by investors. And still — he built one of Miami’s most talked-about food brands. In this exclusive interview, Mario Naar , founder of Chèvre Miami , tells the story of how he went from nightlife in Panama to launching a viral cheese and sandwich empire in Miami. From $20 sandwiches and foie gras boards to…

Title: Oscar G: We Built Miami’s Nightlife From Nothing | Industry Talks Hospitality Podcast Description: He turned empty clubs into legendary nights and built Miami’s nightlife from nothing. Oscar G tells the untold story of how he and his childhood friend Ralph created a movement that changed music forever. Oscar G is a globally respected DJ, pro…

They lost $150,000 in 3 days. Faced real estate disasters. Built iconic brands like Rosa Sky. And still believe hospitality is worth the chaos. Alan Roth and Tim Petrillo are titans in hospitality. From unexpected partnerships to rooftop miracles, this is the raw, untold story of nightlife, loss, reinvention — and what’s coming next for restaurants…

He didn’t just play the music — he built the room. From handing out mixtapes on NYC sidewalks to headlining nights with over 5,000 people, DJ Boris built his name in the underground — not from fame, but from obsession, grit, and 22-hour sets that left clubs speechless. In this intimate, never-before-heard conversation, Boris reveals the moment that…

He lost his scholarship, hid it from his parents, and risked it all — DJ Irie shares the untold story of how a Jamaican kid with a vinyl addiction became one of the most influential figures in entertainment. DJ Irie is a world-renowned DJ, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the first official NBA DJ for the Miami Heat. But behind the spotlight was a…

He helped shape the golden era of Miami nightlife, brought hip-hop to South Beach before it was cool, and threw the parties that made everyone feel like they belonged. Angel Febres looks back on 30 years of nightlife history — from legendary parties like Home Cooking and The Show at Crowbar, to memories with Michael Jordan, Chelsea Clinton, and Bey…

He knocked on 10,000 doors to win his first campaign. Today, Mayor Vince Lago leads one of Florida’s most iconic cities — and he's on a mission to merge business logic with public service. In this episode, the Mayor of Coral Gables reveals what it really takes to run a city in today’s world: dealing with public pressure, supporting local businesses…

Emi Guerra chats with Javi Zayas, CEO of Swarm Inc., about his path into the event industry, Wynwood’s cultural rise, working with Kanye West, and partnering with Miami’s best promoters. Tune in for a forward-looking conversation on evolving event trends and what’s next for Swarm.द्वारा Industry Talks Hospitality Podcast

He co-founded the Miami Marathon before wellness was cool — now, Frankie Ruiz is leading a movement that’s redefining what Miami stands for. As Nike’s Running Coach of the Year and the force behind dozens of run clubs across South Florida, Frankie shares how he helped transform Miami from a party city to a fitness capital. From shutting down street…

He built a donut empire from scratch, went from one small shop to stadiums and J.Lo’s birthday, and gave back more than he ever took — this is the story of Miami’s “Donut Man.” Jimmy Piedrahita opens up about growing up humble, building Mojo Donuts into one of Miami’s most beloved brands, and what it was like to lose it all — without losing himself…

Step behind the scenes of Miami’s vibrant hospitality world with Industry Talks. This podcast dives into the stories of the visionaries, creators, and entrepreneurs shaping South Florida’s iconic restaurants, bars, hotels, and entertainment scene. From insider tips to untold struggles and inspiring wins, we explore what it takes to make Miami one o…

He turned a family-run fish shack into one of America’s Top 100 restaurants. Dave Garcia opens up about legacy, hardship, seafood, and what it really takes to run one of Miami’s most beloved food institutions. From losing his father and uncles, to carrying the Garcia Brothers torch into a new era, Dave shares the story behind La Camaronera and Capt…

He threw the parties that defined an era, built clubs that shaped Miami’s identity, and turned South Beach into a global nightlife icon. In this episode, Tony Guerra reveals how it all happened — from block parties in Philly to legendary nights at Bash, The Forge, and beyond. He shares wild behind-the-scenes stories, the mentors who shaped him, and…

We are delighted to introduce you to Vicki Parris – VP Customer Success FCM Travel Solutions Asia Vicki is a New Zealander who joined Flight Centre as a Travel Consultant in her home country, as ‘just a job’ and something to do whilst she settled back into home life after a few years of travelling around the world. She never imagined she would spen…

Meet Celia Lao, GM Greater China Air Asia Digital in our newest interview in the series from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA). Since graduating from the University of Macau with a BBA (Hons) in International Marketing, Celia has immersed herself in the aviation industry, beginning in 2003 when she took on the role as Head of Marketing for …

Meet Vinita Rashinkar – Tourism Marketing Entrepreneur Vinita Rashinkar is a published author, and has built a business working with different Indian states to promote tourism to the international market, in our newest interview in the series from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA). Continue reading more HERE - https://www.traveldailymedia.c…

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Friday 17th December 2021

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Thursday 16th December 2021

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We are delighted to introduce you to Surayyal Hizmi, PATA 2021 Face of the Future. Surayyal is a lecturer at the Lombok Tourism Polytechnic, under the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy Republic of Indonesia. Surayyal is instrumental in educating students and local communities in sustainable tourism concepts, managing natural resources and de…

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Monday 13th December 2021

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Friday 10th December 2021

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Thursday 9th December 2021

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We are delighted to introduce you to Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi – President Thai Hotel Association & Executive Vice President Sukosol Hotels in our newest interview in the series from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA). Marisa leads the organisational development, operational and marketing strategies for Sukosol Hotels, a family owned and oper…

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Monday 6th December 2021

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Friday 3rd December 2021

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Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Tuesday 30th November 2021

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Monday 29th November 2021

We are delighted to introduce you to Carissa Nimah, Guardian of the Brand for Soneva in our newest interview in the series from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA). Meet Carissa Nimah Carissa Nimah is Soneva’s Guardian of the Brand, with undergraduate degrees in Politics and Journalism, a Masters in Marketing and currently studying law. She h…

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Friday 26th November 2021

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Thursday 25th November 2021

As part of our TD Inside the Journey series, TD speaks with Campbell Wilson from Scoot Airlines. #scoot #traveldailyhq #tdinsidethejourney #campbellwilson @campbellwilson

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Wednesday 24th November 2021

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We are delighted to introduce you to M. Laksasubha Kridakon, Owner Laksasubha Hua Hin in our latest interview in the series from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (TDIWTA). #tdiwta #laksasubhahuahin #traveldailyhq

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Monday 22nd November 2021

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Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Wednesday 17th November 2021

Tune in daily to LISTEN to your quick roundup of the days important travel updates from all around the world, in a short 4-5 minute wrap. TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Tuesday 16th November 2021