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Downtown Miami is changing faster than ever — and in this special episode, we talk with the people leading the transformation. From the redesign of Flagler Street to new cultural hubs, small business growth, historic preservation, transit improvements, and major upcoming events, this episode offers a full inside look into the future of Miami’s urban core. DDA President, local business owners, commissioners, and community leaders walk us through their vision, challenges, and the reality of shaping one of America’s fastest-growing downtowns. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ Cristina Crespi - President & CEO of DDA 0:00 Intro 1:30 Changes to Flagler Street and Downtown x 4:14 Christmas Village in Flagler 6:36 Seybold Building 7:35 Origins of DDA and Its Mission x 10:56 Parking Issue in Downtown 12:19 Focus for DDA in the Near Future 13:38 New Developments 14:16 Preserving Historic Buildings and Architecture 15:43 Upcoming Events in DDA District 16:55 Brian from Fratesi’s Pizza and His Restaurants 18:34 Tam Tam 20:42 Incentives and Grants for Businesses from DDA Giampiero De Marchi (Flagler Vintage) & Kyle Hazlewood (Magic City Flea) 23:26 How He Started Flagler Vintage 25:41 Starting Magic City Flea 27:30 Future for Flagler Vintage and Magic City Flea Margo Mankovska - Margo Velvet 29:36 About Margo Velvet 31:32 Why She Chose Downtown Miami 32:50 Future for Margo Velvet 33:58 Working on Broadway 35:22 The Mannequin in the Front Ralph Rosado - City of Miami Commissioner 36:37 Intro 38:36 First Months as a Commissioner 39:53 What He Wants to Get Done in the City 41:26 Being a Chairman at DDA 44:02 Things He’s Looking Forward To 45:24 Biggest Challenge 46:28 Huge Population Growth in Downtown 47:43 Outro Damian Pardo - City of Miami Commissioner 48:13 Intro 48:48 Evolution of Downtown 51:01 Creating Flagler District 52:30 Olympia Theater 55:50 FIFA and Ultra in Bayfront Park 56:34 Freedom Tower 57:59 Top 3 Restaurants by Cristina 59:11 Listening to Residents and Transparency 1:01:06 Outro Larissa Macko 1:02:51 Intro 1:03:20 Transformation of Downtown 1:04:30 Free Transportation Around Downtown 1:06:23 Day in Life 1:09:45 Dating Scene in Downtown 1:10:17 Top 3 Restaurants 1:11:35 Outro
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DDA Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony LIVE Podcast Recap
Downtown Miami is changing faster than ever — and in this special episode, we talk with the people leading the transformation. From the redesign of Flagler Street to new cultural hubs, small business growth, historic preservation, transit improvements, and major upcoming events, this episode offers a full inside look into the future of Miami’s urban core. DDA President, local business owners, commissioners, and community leaders walk us through their vision, challenges, and the reality of shaping one of America’s fastest-growing downtowns. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ Cristina Crespi - President & CEO of DDA 0:00 Intro 1:30 Changes to Flagler Street and Downtown x 4:14 Christmas Village in Flagler 6:36 Seybold Building 7:35 Origins of DDA and Its Mission x 10:56 Parking Issue in Downtown 12:19 Focus for DDA in the Near Future 13:38 New Developments 14:16 Preserving Historic Buildings and Architecture 15:43 Upcoming Events in DDA District 16:55 Brian from Fratesi’s Pizza and His Restaurants 18:34 Tam Tam 20:42 Incentives and Grants for Businesses from DDA Giampiero De Marchi (Flagler Vintage) & Kyle Hazlewood (Magic City Flea) 23:26 How He Started Flagler Vintage 25:41 Starting Magic City Flea 27:30 Future for Flagler Vintage and Magic City Flea Margo Mankovska - Margo Velvet 29:36 About Margo Velvet 31:32 Why She Chose Downtown Miami 32:50 Future for Margo Velvet 33:58 Working on Broadway 35:22 The Mannequin in the Front Ralph Rosado - City of Miami Commissioner 36:37 Intro 38:36 First Months as a Commissioner 39:53 What He Wants to Get Done in the City 41:26 Being a Chairman at DDA 44:02 Things He’s Looking Forward To 45:24 Biggest Challenge 46:28 Huge Population Growth in Downtown 47:43 Outro Damian Pardo - City of Miami Commissioner 48:13 Intro 48:48 Evolution of Downtown 51:01 Creating Flagler District 52:30 Olympia Theater 55:50 FIFA and Ultra in Bayfront Park 56:34 Freedom Tower 57:59 Top 3 Restaurants by Cristina 59:11 Listening to Residents and Transparency 1:01:06 Outro Larissa Macko 1:02:51 Intro 1:03:20 Transformation of Downtown 1:04:30 Free Transportation Around Downtown 1:06:23 Day in Life 1:09:45 Dating Scene in Downtown 1:10:17 Top 3 Restaurants 1:11:35 Outro
Inside District 6: The Issues, The Budget, and the Future | Natalie Milian Orbis
Commissioner Natalie Milian Orbis breaks down what’s really happening in District 6 — from trash pickup and infrastructure to budget deficits and community support programs. In this episode, Natalie shares her journey into politics at just 19 years old, how she climbed the ranks, and the biggest challenges facing her district today. We discuss budget cuts, progress at Miami International Airport, mom-and-pop business grants, family support vouchers, the Ludlam Trail, septic-to-sewer projects, and what’s next for District 6. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 3:10 Natalie’s Background 6:17 Key to Climbing Up the Ranks 9:36 Top Issues in Her District 15:05 Trash Pickups 19:53 Budget Deficit 23:23 Cuts in the Budget 28:47 Progress at the Airport 31:54 Mom and Pop Grants 33:32 Family Support Program Vouchers 35:16 Knocking with Natalie 36:56 Ludlam Trail 42:13 Septics and Sewer 44:39 BrandsMart Christmas Wishlist 47:06 Top 3 Restaurants 49:00 Outro
How He Creates Miami's Coolest Pop-Ups & Events | Raameel Anwaar
Raameel Anwaar breaks down how The Bakery evolved from a store into a cultural hub — hosting exclusive events, curating vintage fashion, launching merch, and collaborating with local brands. We talk about what makes events actually work, how creative spaces bring people together, and why Miami is the perfect city for culture-driven businesses. From concept stores to pop-ups, food recommendations to self-care Saturdays, this is an inside look at how modern Miami brands are built from the ground up. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 0:55 Exotic Snacks 2:55 Opening a Store in Coral Gables 4:29 Moving to River Landing 5:08 Exclusive Events 6:44 Developing a Palette 7:32 Motivation Behind Creating Community Events 8:36 Vintage Clothing Market 10:50 Starting a Merch Company 15:31 Where to Find Good Vintage Pieces? 16:35 Cool Local Events 17:59 Marco Levy from Yubi Box 20:01 Want a Cool Event for Your Business? 20:49 Upcoming Events 22:16 Kokomo Seafood 25:08 Christmas Gift Ideas from The Bakery 26:48 Top 5 Restaurants for Lunch 31:32 Top 5 Restaurants for Dinner 35:30 Self-Care Saturdays 36:12 Visit The Bakery and Their Events
ADIM Live at Christmas Wonderland!
Miami’s Christmas Wonderland brings together some of the biggest names in the city — food, events, entertainment, retail, and community. In this special holiday episode, we sit down with the people behind Miami’s most iconic holiday experiences. From the business of Christmas events to the food that defines Miami’s holiday season — this episode takes you behind the scenes of how Miami celebrates, cooks, builds, and brings the holidays to life. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ Richard Estrella (Estrella Insurance) 0:00 Intro 2:13 About Estrella Insurance 4:20 Race to the Bottom 9:50 You Should Shop Around 12:03 Do People Buy Insurance in Person? 13:34 Do Insurance Company Look For Any Reason to Deny Claims? 15:04 No-Faulty State 17:26 Hit and Runs 18:34 Hialeah Has the Most Accidents 19:13 Franchising 19:47 Partnership with Christmas Wonderland 21:46 Advice to Pay Less for Insurance Bradley Delgado (Chef Brad) & Carlos Gazitua (Sergio’s) 23:03 Intro 24:43 Toy Drive 25:25 Pig Roast 26:54 Sergio’s in Pinecrest 28:58 Upscaling Sergio’s 30:32 Viral Iced Coffees and New Special Coffee 31:28 Making Hard Recipes Simple 33:37 Dishes for Christmas 37:53 Helping People Learn How to Cook 39:41 Best Sellers in Sergio’s 41:25 Hardest Part of Doing the Events 42:34 Plans for the Near Future Tony Albelo (Loud and Live) 44:54 Intro 47:19 Deciding to Take Over Santa’s Enchanted Forest 51:46 Holidade Section 54:03 Tony’s Favorite Display at Christmas Wonderland 56:04 Ticket Prices 57:23 New Year’s Eve Countdown and Fireworks 58:42 Trying Santa’s Favorite Cookies 1:00:15 Favorite Foods 1:02:04 Peacock Foodtruck 1:03:14 Team Behind Building the Events 1:04:25 Is it Tony’s Best Production? 1:05:02 Biggest Challenge + Coquito From Santa 1:07:30 Aha Moment 1:08:46 Silent Nights 1:11:08 Ronald McDonald’s House 1:12:21 Thoughts on Coquito 1:13:07 Chef Brad’s Favorite Dishes 1:14:27 Most Requested Dish 1:15:12 Favorite Song to Cook To 1:17:18 Until When is Christmas Wonderland Open? 1:18:20 Getting Flooded Night Before Opening 1:19:39 Plans for the Future of Christmas Wonderland 1:20:49 Outro Joshua Pascual (Josh’s Premium Meats), Hansel Lopez (BrandsMart), John Ruiz (Loud & Live) 1:21:05 Intro 1:23:03 BTS of Running Christmas Wonderland Every Day 1:23:45 BrandsMart Sponsoring a Ride at Christmas Wonderland 1:26:43 Holiday Season at JPM and Inflation 1:27:54 Alternatives to Wagyu 1:29:16 Favorite Cuts of Beef 1:30:55 Top Selling Cut 1:32:12 Starting JPM Locally 1:34:56 Top Sellers During Holidays at BrandsMart 1:36:08 John’s BrandsMart Story 1:37:37 Josh’s Premium Meats x BrandsMart Collab? 1:39:04 People Copying Josh’s Concept? 1:43:53 What They Cook for Christmas + BrandsMart Wishlist 1:46:53 Josh’s Premium Meats Specials and Store Details 1:47:29 John’s Recommendation When Visiting Christmas Wonderland 1:48:24 Their Thoughts on ADIM Podcast 1:49:07 Top 3 Restaurants by Josh 1:50:50 Best Holiday Deals at BrandsMart 1:51:41 Outro
Why Padel Is Taking Over Miami | Jose De Armas & Vinny Di Francesco
Padel is exploding in Miami - and in this episode, we sit down with two influential people in the sport: Jose De Armas, from the US Padel Association, and Vinny Di Francesco, the #1 ranked padel player in the country. We cover the history of padel, why it’s becoming the sport of choice for Miami’s elite, how to get better, the rise of padel schools, the sport’s path to the Olympics, and the $25,000 padel tournament taking place at Urban Padel. If you’re curious why padel is blowing up globally, this is the episode. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 0:26 About Jose de Armas 3:10 About Vinny Di Francesco 3:54 How He Became #1 Player in the US 5:11 Sponsorships 6:17 Practice and Training 7:07 History of Padel 10:00 Why Padel is for Elites 13:19 Top 3 Padel Spots in Miami 15:15 Which Padel Club Has the Best Competition 17:49 Olympics and International Tournaments 21:17 Padel Schools 23:47 Tournament at Urban Paddle 25:45 Tournament Details 27:01 Scoring System 27:54 Padel vs Tennis vs Pickleball 29:53 Prize Money 31:26 Professional Padel and Making a Career in the Sport 35:16 Advice for Getting Better at Padel 37:23 Top 3 Restaurants 39:37 Outro
How Gulliver Prep Stays Top-Tier in a Changing Miami | Simon Hess
Gulliver Prep is expanding, innovating, and redefining what modern education should look like. President Simon Hess takes us inside one of Miami’s top private schools — from major campus investments to signature programs, teacher recruitment, safety, admissions, and what it takes to stay ahead in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. We dive into the challenges facing Miami schools, why standardized testing isn’t the future, and how Gulliver is preparing students for a world shaped by AI, technology, and global competition.A rare, behind-the-scenes look at elite education in the 305. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 1:07 About Simon 2:45 Choosing Miami and Gulliver 4:59 We Need More Great Schools in Miami 9:02 Standardized Testing is Not the Key 11:02 What’s Stopping Miami From More Better Schools 13:50 Gulliver’s Investment in Expansion 15:09 We Need More Teachers 17:00 AI School 20:54 Balance of Accepting Local and Out-of-State Kids 22:47 Financial Aid 24:53 People Buying the Spots? 26:44 Signature Programs 28:38 Not Focusing on Getting Kids into Ivy League Schools 33:29 Teachers Union 37:24 Lunch at Gulliver 39:06 Safety 41:28 Applying to Gulliver 43:11 Top 3 Restaurants in Miami 45:36 Top 3 Restaurants in Boston 47:20 Brandsmart Christmas Wishlist 48:36 Outro
Inside Miami’s Iconic Diamond District | Seybold Building
Miami’s Seybold Building is one of the most important jewelry hubs in the United States — an ecosystem of legacy families, luxury watch dealers, diamond experts, and trusted jewelers. In this special episode, we sit down with five of the building’s most respected voices to explore the history, culture, and craft behind this iconic Miami landmark. From million-dollar sales to 3rd-generation stores, from sourcing diamonds to custom design, from royal clients to modern renovations — this is the full story behind the jewelers who keep Downtown Miami shining. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ Fernando Schlaen - Richard's Gems and Jewelry 0:00 Intro 0:53 Brief History of Seybold Building 2:23 Flagler St Getting Opened 3:31 Reputable Building 4:37 Certifications 5:09 High and Slow Seasons for Jewelers 5:39 Family Business 6:37 Small Businesses are the Foundation of Downtown 7:33 Changes in Downtown 9:54 What Changes Fernando Wishes to See 12:31 Visit Richard's Gems and Jewelry 13:04 Outro Aslam Bakshi - Diamond Images 13:28 Intro 13:54 About Aslam 15:21 About Diamond Images 17:00 Process of Sourcing Diamonds 18:01 Building Trust 20:09 Biggest Deal 20:44 Supplying Other Jewelers 21:44 Why It’s Better to Shop in Seybold Building 23:40 How Do They Certify Diamonds 26:40 Favorite Lunch Spots 28:04 Lab-Grown Diamonds 30:49 Advice for Getting an Engagement/Wedding Ring 32:51 Outro Lynn Fusco - Seybold Building Owner 33:45 Intro 34:29 History of Seybold Building 35:53 Family-Owned Stores for 3 Generations 38:24 Flagler St Renovations 39:54 Celebrities and Royalty Shopping in Seybold Building 41:03 Seybold Building is an Ecosystem 46:08 Building Renovations 49:40 Outro Carlos Marcelin - CRM Jewelers 49:59 Intro 51:30 How He Started CRM Jewelers 53:09 Security in Downtown 55:38 Giving Away $100k 56:40 First-Generation of Success 58:39 Advice for Entrepreneurs 1:00:10 Fake Watches 1:01:25 What’s the Best Holiday Gift? 1:02:08 His Favorite Thing About Downtown 1:03:13 Selling a $1M Watch 1:04:12 Outro Mark Pinhasov - Diamond Club 1:04:40 Intro 1:05:43 King of Morocco as a Client 1:06:53 Building Trust and Working with Family 1:08:28 Changes in Downtown 1:10:17 Trump Pendant and Custom Jewelry 1:11:23 Biggest Deal and $400k Watch 1:11:38 Advice for His Son 1:12:55 Flagler St 1:13:23 Outro
How to Protect Your Family, Assets & Legacy | Alina Nuñez
Most families don’t plan ahead — and it leads to lawsuits, feuds, lost property, and financial chaos. Estate attorney Alina Nuñez reveals the truth behind what happens when people pass away without a plan. She explains how to protect your assets, avoid scams targeting the elderly, and make sure your family stays out of court. We also dive into the challenges of inheriting property across borders (including Cuba), prenups, special needs trusts, and how to keep your entire estate organized using her End-of-Life Planner. Whether you’re young, married, a homeowner, or a business owner — this episode could save your family from stress and heartbreak. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 0:57 About Alina 1:26 End-of-Life Planner 3:26 Estate Planning is Not Just for the Wealthy 5:11 Estate Planning is Private 7:58 Estate Planning as a Marriage 10:50 Biggest Estate Alina Handled and Music Royalties 13:16 The Complications Without Estate Planning 15:28 Inheritance for Family in Cuba and Finding Heirs 19:05 Estate Planning is NOT a One-Time Thing 22:03 Cost of Estate Planning 24:53 Property Taxes After Inheritance 28:58 Life Insurance for Business Partners 30:25 Special Needs Trust 32:08 Provisions for Estate After Spouse’s Death 41:12 Prenups 45:39 Forged Documents and Signatures 48:27 Caretakers Trying to Scam the Elderly 55:47 Title Fees & Title Insurance 59:19 How Good End-of-Life Planner Is 1:00:41 Webinars 1:02:28 BrandsMart Wishlist 1:04:35 Top 3 Restaurants 1:06:48 Outro
From the Back of a Mosque Kitchen to 11+ Locations | Amin Ebrahimi
From cooking in a mosque kitchen to running 11 successful locations, Amin Ebrahimi’s story is one of grit, failure, community — and insane growth. Today, Shahs of Kabob (SOK) is a Miami staple with new locations on the way, a Puerto Rico expansion, and a fine-dining concept in development. Amin opens up about scaling a restaurant brand, firing employees, dealing with reviews, franchising opportunities, and the moment food bloggers created lines out the door. A must-watch for anyone who loves food, business, or comeback stories. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 1:19 About Amin 3:26 Halal Meat 4:30 Menu 6:31 Salad 8:17 Starting in South Miami 11:53 Word of Mouth 12:50 Opportunities for Franchising 13:53 From Unprofitability to 11 Location in 7 Years 16:20 Failed Asian Restaurant 18:28 3 Upcoming Locations 19:37 Opening in Puerto Rico 22:47 Working with Family 24:00 Mentality Behind Scaling 25:47 Foodies That Created Lines Out the Door 27:48 Relationship with Jeff from Apocalypse 29:52 Secret Behind the Tenderness of the Chicken 31:58 Tipping 33:10 Fine Dining Concept Coming Soon? 34:22 What Would He Do Differently 35:46 Rebranding to SOK 36:11 Google Reviews 37:20 Firing Employees 38:37 Top 3 Restaurants 42:43 BrandsMart Story and Wishlist 45:09 Outro
Why Miami Real Estate Will Keep Going Up | Ana Bozovic
Miami’s real estate market isn’t cooling off—it’s just getting started. Ana Bozovic, founder of Analytics Miami, breaks down why the city’s growth, migration trends, and global demand point to continued appreciation across South Florida. From Homestead to West Kendall, Ana explains where the smart money is going, why cash buyers aren’t slowing down, and why right now might be the best time to buy before the next wave hits. If you’re thinking about investing or buying in Miami, this is the insight you need. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 0:45 About Ana 2:22 Finding Opportunity in Real Estate 3:37 Post-COVID Reality 6:07 Cityplace West Kendall 7:39 Cold Weather 9:12 Where is the Money Coming From to Miami? 12:30 No Property Taxes in Florida 17:08 Cash Buyers 18:18 Inventory 20:16 Homestead is Hot Right Now 25:03 Advice for Investors 26:59 Advice for First-Time Buyers 28:56 People Leaving Florida & NYC Situation 31:58 Ana’s Jiu Jitsu Passion 40:38 Weight Cutting 43:30 Why Ana Loves Miami 44:55 Top 3 Restaurants 46:31 Follow Ana
His Plan for First 100 Days as the Mayor of Miami | Emilio Gonzalez
In this follow-up conversation, Emilio Gonzalez breaks down the issues he believes are holding Miami back — from the failing permitting system to the city’s struggle with voter turnout. He shares what he would tackle on day one as mayor, how he plans to increase affordability, and his approach to working with state and federal leaders to strengthen the city’s future. We also discuss public safety, police protection, term limits, corruption concerns, and the difference between perception and reality inside City Hall. Whether you’re undecided or simply want to understand what’s shaping this election, this episode cuts through the noise. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 0:57 Voter Turnout 1:51 Voting Dates 2:24 Reality of City Manager’s Competencies 4:56 Plan for Fixing Permitting Issue and 9:16 First 100 Days as Mayor 10:31 Possibly Working with the President on Affordability 14:00 Term Limits 15:57 Problem with Democratic Party Mayors 17:31 Lying About Corruption at the Airport 18:51 Keeping Miami Safe 19:57 Protecting Police Officers 20:55 Message for Undecided Voters 22:36 Why Turnout is So Low 24:01 Why Vote for Emilio Gonzalez? 25:28 Outro
Her Plan for First 100 Days as the Mayor of Miami | Eileen Higgins
Eileen Higgins returns to share her plan for the runoff election and why voter turnout is the key to Miami’s future. She highlights what separates her from her opponent and makes her case for leadership focused on transparency, accountability, and real results. From the permitting crisis to Miami 21, Live Local, and affordable housing tied to transit, we cover the major issues shaping the city heading into the next administration. If you’re trying to understand Miami politics heading into the runoff, this episode lays it out clearly. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ 0:00 Intro 0:49 Strategy for Runoff Elections 2:16 How to Get Bigger Turnout 3:50 Difference Between Eileen and Her Opponent 5:10 Is She a Socialist? 8:28 Connecting Affordable Housing and Transit 11:38 Miami 21 and Live Local 13:28 First 100 Days 14:50 Why Is It So Hard to Get a Permit? 20:55 Surveys 21:47 We Need Faster Permits 23:24 Permits Prevent Upgrades 26:30 Why Vote for Eileen? 28:19 Outro
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