In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with famed artists D. Arthur Wilson and Lisa Wilson of Wilson Signature Collection Fine Art Gallery.
We talk about how they both got start on their art journey and the origin of Rhupert by D. Arthur.
If you have ever wondered what people do around here or wanted to know the story behind a restaurant, bar or local business, this is exactly why I created the Backyards of Key West Podcast.
So sit back, relax and enjoy as you learn the stories behind what makes Key West so magical. To listen from your computer, click on any of the episodes you want, or click on your favorite app below!
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with famed artists D. Arthur Wilson and Lisa Wilson of Wilson Signature Collection Fine Art Gallery.
We talk about how they both got start on their art journey and the origin of Rhupert by D. Arthur.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with husband and wife Real Estate duo Stephanie & Greg.
We talk about how they are using TikTok to grow their business, their new podcast, and how giving more than asking is a winning strategy.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Brandie, the Director of Effusion Gallery Key West.
We talk about how Brandie got started in the art world and how she helped open Effusion Gallery in Key West.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Kyle Carter to talk about his newest island festival called, "Key Western Fest."
We also talk about the lineup for RokIsland Fest and the festival that started it all, Mile 0 Fest.
RokIsland Fest: Jan 17 - 21
Mile 0 Fest: Jan 23 - 28
Key Western Fest: Jan 31 - Feb 4
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Denise Boudreau to talk about her annual retreat in Key West to rediscover the spark within yourself.
We talk about how overworking and a mini-stroke caused Denise to battle bout of depression, and how the skills she learned to pull herself out, she now teaches in her retreats.
In going through all of my podcast episodes before the New Year, there is one that stands out as a favorite interview I've done and also a favorite by many listeners.
I think the story behind Fury Water Adventures is almost as amazing as how Scott Saunders turned his life around with one single moment.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Captain Brad of Restless Native Charters.
We talk about exploring Key West by sea, all of its offerings, and why a week-long trip at sea will be an unforgettable experience.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the creator of Wild Function Fitness, Trenton Bennett.
We talk about how his fitness journey began, his time in the Navy, and how he almost died cleaning the inside of water towers.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Len Johnson, the co-owner of Better Than Sex - A Dessert Restaurant, to talk about where Len's wife Dani gets her inspiration as head baker, and how she "tested" her recipes on all their dinner guests.
We talk about the genius behind the restaurant's name (it was all Dani's idea), how they had the "guts" to even start this business after the recession, and how changing their client focus catapulted the brand.
Be on the lookout for the Better Than Sex podcast, and don't forget to visit any one of their many locations to try, "Cookie Nookie Pie," Between My Red Velvet Sheets Cheesecake," "Peanut Butter Perversion," "The Morning After," just to name a few.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Pier One Yacht owner, Mike Mullinger and Scott, the owner of Bluesail Vacation Yachts & Sailing Academy (previous episode here).
We talk about the benefits of having a Yacht brocker and the partnership between them and Bluesail.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with brand creator and soul searcher, Tyler Steigelman.
We talk about how Tyler sold everything he owned to travel around the country to meet interesting people and build his brand, WorthWhile.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Maggie Montoya, the co-founder of Milagro Restaurant & Bar.
We talk about how Maggie and her husband Kevin (the head chef) got started in the business, how Kevin's Mexican heritage influences his food creations, and why they moved their restaurant from Big Pine Key, to Key West.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Brian Fields and Michelle Tafova (AKA B-Man & Mi-Shell).
We talk about how they both got their start in music, their love for Trop Rock, and how they are living their dream life down here in Key West.
*Intro and Outro music provided by B-Man & Mi-Shell.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Real Estate experts Angela McChesney and Jenny Pera (AKA the Key West Sisters).
We talk about everything from the 2020 boom to the rental market to how the market is doing now... to how they really aren't sisters :)
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Event & Brand Partner expert, Brandie Weaver.
We talk about how she started out in the event business in Oklahoma and how she took a career step backwards to take 10 steps forward.
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the new owner of the Key Lime Bike Tours, Maria Gonzalez.
We talk about when she first came to Key West, how we first met on podcast Episode 1, and why she decided to buy a business over a house :)