In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with professional martial artist and owner of Bone Island MMA, Eddy Aguiar.

We talk about how he got started in martial arts, his love for competing, and helping kids fall in love with martial arts.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Carol Wightman, one of the owners of the famed Marquesa Hotel to discuss, what it takes to run a successful hotel, some famed guests that have stayed at the hotel, and what the "hotel life" in Key West really looks like.

Be on the listen for Carol's favorite places to dine (besides Cafe Marquesa), and some of her other local favorites.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down to get interviewed on the Living In Key West Podcast, with Stephanie & Greg.

We talk about my career path and how I became an artist and the genesis of the Backyards of Key West brand.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Gallery 1:11 owner, Leigh Daniel.

We talk about her new gallery, the types of artists she curates, and why she moved the gallery to Key West.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Chris and Patrick, the owners of Eaton Good.

 We talk about the variety of restaurants they used to own, their love for cooking with fire, and what makes their restaurant stand out.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Ariel Willis, the creator of Southernmost Arcades.   We talk about how Ariel grew up in Key West, her fond memory of games and the toy store here on the island, and how she is reviving that love one game at a time :) More...

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Courtney Howard, the owner of Cocoplum Island Salon and Plant Babe.

We talk about how Courtney expanded her salon business by adding all her favorite things in one place.

In this follow up interview from his first one years ago, Mark Baratto sits down with Scott Saunders, the CEO, and creator of Fury Water Adventures Key West.

We talk about how the business did during the COVID lockdown, how the business has evolved for the better, and future plans for Fury.

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 Anna Turowska, the creator of Effortless Creations. We talk about how she we from working with a wedding planner, to making the jump and started her own business.

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 Tyler Steigelman on the WorthWhile Spotlight podcast for my first time on the hot seat for a full length interview. We talk about my first job out of college, living in NYC, starting a career as a full-time trader, and the birth of...

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.