In this reboot episode, the tables are turned as Mark Baratto sits down with podcast host Kelly Hopkins on her show The Local Side of Key West. We talk about my art and how I got started, social media, and how I started my podcast.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the owner of The Baklava Key West.

We talk about how these delicious treats make their way from Istanbul to Key West daily and the inspiration behind bring this classic Turkish dish to Old Town.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with 2005 Mayor Morgan Joseph McPherson.

We talk about how he turned his dream of going into the NFL into being a public servant.

The podcast episode delves into the life and legacy of Jimmy Buffett, recounting cherished memories, his profound impact on the island, and his final Key West concert. Paul Menta shares his personal connection with Jimmy and his deep desire to celebrate the musical legend's life in a manner befitting his spirit.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with fellow artist, Maggie Ruley. We talk about how she got started as an artist, how she made her way to Key West, and when she made the jump to full-time artist and gallery owner.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the owners of Key West's newest restaurant, Atlas Izakaya.  We talk about their inspiration for the restaurant, their experience in the industry, their tasting menu, and giving back to the community. More on Atlas Izakaya Izakaya means “stay-drink-place”. It is a word used to...

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Key West local Nick Norman to talk about where he started, and where he is going in this previous episode REBOOT.

We find out how he got started with music and how he is constantly working to "sharpen the sword" of his craft.

This is one of my favorite interviews so far because Nick is so easy to talk to and talks about his career as an open book. 

In this exclusive interview reboot, Mark Baratto sits down with Rapper and Singer of the Dirty Heads, Jared Watson (aka Dirty J).

This interview happened 30 minutes before the band went on stage for the beginning of their national tour, down here at the Key West Amphitheater.

It may have been short, but for those fans out there, we touched on the bands origin story and their beginnings.

In this REBOOT episode of the podcast, Mark Baratto sits down with the Kiteboarder, Chef, and owner/creator of the Key West First Legal Rum Distillery, Paul Menta.

We talk about how Paul took a number of chances when creating his rum distillery and how his "failures" help him find success.

In a post-COVID-19 world, Paul saw how hand sanitizer was hard to come by, so made his own product mixing 140 proof alcohol with aloe and transmission gel, used in ultrasounds.

Menta gave away the 3-oz bottles around town to service workers, retailers, mail carriers, and anyone else hard at work in Key West during high season for tourists.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with interior designer and self proclaimed vintage treasure hunter Alexandra.

We talk about her career as an interior designer, her mobile design studio and her new shop at the Shops at Mallory Square; right down the hall from the Backyards of Key West Gallery 😎.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with local musician, Reggae Lou.

We talk about Lou's past, how he got into music, how he almost died (a couple of times), and how he finally found his groove.

Did you know that Bagatelle, Nine One Five Restaurant & Bar, and First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery are all owned by the same people?

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with co-owner Damian DeAngelis. 

We talk about how he got involved in the restaurant business, which of the three were acquired first, and why he wanted to keep going until he had the one where it all started.

In today's episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Frankie Flemming, Key West's top professional Makeup Artist.

We talk about Frankie's experience on QVC, her world traveling doing makeup, and how she landed here in Key West.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with musicians from the band Homegrown.

We talk about how they got started and why they love building their base in Key West.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter John Goolsby.

This interview was done over a year ago and was completely lost.  After some technical creativity, I was able to restore it and loved our banter back and forth, which is why I am releasing it!

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Len Johnson, the co-owner of Better Than Sex - A Dessert Restaurant, to talk about what has been happing in their restaurant after being opened for 15 years!

We talk about new locations, new menu items and how Len and Dani keep their staff loving where they work!

To listen to our first episode, CLICK HERE.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Farmer Jeanne Selander to talk about how the animal farm started, how it impacts the community, and Farmer Jeanne's love for all animals.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter, Howard Livingston. We talk about how he started his career as a musician and how he is a successful musician with no agent or record label. More on Howard Livingston Howie actually did what many folks dream of doing: he gave...

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Tucker's Provisions creator, and managing partner, Kurt Matarazzo.

We talk about the creation of the legendary apparel brand started, a little backstory on Kurt, and what's in store for the brand's expansion.  

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the creators of Artfully Keys, Lance Berry, Sara Pasqueretta, and Chris Anderson. 

We talk about the Artfully Keys concept, bringing artists together, and trying to fine out #WheresErnesto