Happy Hour Holidaze
Episodes
109 episodes
S2 E42 | Ride with Alissa Hale: From Alabama to Florida, Alissa Hale's Country Music Journey
Meet Alissa Hale, a rising country star who's redefining what it means to be a modern artist. Born and raised in Alabama with a 12-year background in gymnastics and ballet, Alissa's path to music came through an unexpected intersection of talen...
S2 E41 | Hard Money, Hard Lessons with Caleb Delgado
What happens when life knocks you down not once, but twice—and you find the strength to build something even better than before? Caleb's journey from Queens-born soccer player to mortgage mogul to nearly bankrupt and back again is ...
S2 E40 | Black Clover The Fight Within: Balancing Trucking and MMA Dreams
In the realm of combat sports, few stories embody raw determination quite like that of Forrest "The Black Clover." From the humble beginnings of Dade City, Florida, where growing up with seven brothers meant daily wrestling matches were simply ...
S2 E39 | The Art of Melodizing: Young Hub's Musical Journey
Dive into the world where sports and music collide as Tampa artist Young Hub joins the Happy Hour Holidays crew to discuss his latest project "Melodizing 3." This candid conversation reveals the unique blend of rapping and singing that defines ...
S2 E38 | Behind the Lens: Trop's Journey into Video Production
Step behind the camera with Trop, the 24-year-old founder of Cinewave Films who's rapidly making his mark on Tampa's creative scene. What began with a basic Canon camera at age 17 has evolved into a thriving videography business specializing in...
S2 E37 | Beyond Beauty: How Marandan Renea Built Her Empire
When Marandan Renea picked up a brush at age six, little did she know she was taking her first steps toward a dazzling career creating iconic looks for WWE superstars, New York Fashion Week models, and brides across the country. From getting he...
S2 E36 | Colin Biedenkapp with the Versatile Mind: Software, Music and Entrepreneurship
What happens when you combine technical brilliance with creative passion? Meet Colin Biedenkapp, a software engineering CEO who moonlights as a pianist and DJ while running a successful flight simulation company. This episode takes you on an un...
S2 E35 | Real Estate Realities: Navigating Today's Market with Manny Manna
Cutting through the noise of real estate misinformation, Manny Manna—a successful entrepreneur with extensive experience in property development, private equity, and lending—delivers an eye-opening assessment of today's housing market that both...
S2 E34 | Artishi Unleashed with Shi: From Songwriting at Five to Finding Her Voice
Enter the vibrant world of Artishi – a dynamic force in Tampa Bay's creative scene who's redefining what it means to be authentically yourself as an artist. In this captivating conversation, we dive deep into the journey of a multi-talented cre...
S2 E33 | Alex Delgado Beyond the Uniform: A Marine's Journey Through Entrepreneurship
What separates those who dream from those who do? Alex Delgado's remarkable journey from Marine Corps intelligence analyst to serial entrepreneur reveals that success isn't about avoiding failure—it's about learning from each experience to fuel...
S2 E32 | The Mental Game of Boxing: Stevie Morgan's Path to Championship
The path to boxing greatness requires a level of sacrifice most people can't comprehend. Lightweight fighter Stevie Morgan (15-2, 13 KOs) pulls no punches discussing what it really takes to succeed in professional boxing's unforgiving world.
S2 E31 | Rob Goetz's Torpedo Bats and Tush Pushes: Sports Talk with a Florida Business Owner
From battling addiction to five different substances to building a thriving flooring business with nearly 200 five-star Google reviews, Rob Goetz's journey embodies resilience, faith, and entrepreneurial spirit.As the owner of Paradise ...
S2 E30 | Healing Meets Momentum: Crystian Martinez's Journey
What happens when life suddenly changes your entire trajectory? Crystian Martinez knows this reality intimately. On his birthday episode, Crystian shares the harrowing story of fracturing his back in three places in 2020, resulting in partial p...
S2 E29 | PrincessFrenxh Inside the Algorithm: A Social Media Mastermind Reveals All
Ever wondered how social media influencers crack the code to massive growth? PrincessFrenxh pulls back the curtain on her remarkable journey from bartender to social media powerhouse with over 677,000 followers and 100 million content views.
S2 E28 | Conspiracy, Cover-ups, and the CIA: Unraveling the JFK Assassination with Steve Fantetti
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy stands as one of America's most pivotal and mysterious moments. In this riveting episode, attorney and author Steve Fantetti takes us deep into the recently released JFK files, exploring how variou...
S2 E27 | DJ Qeys Beyond the Beat: A Conversation with Tampa's Luxury DJ
From turntables at age four to festival stages across the country, DJ Keys brings us behind the curtain of his remarkable journey in music. Growing up as the son of DJ Smooth (who learned from Curtis Blow's DJ), Keys was destined for a life in ...
S2 E26 | Dream Chasers: Turning Passion into Profit with Melissa Horne
Melissa Horne didn't set out to become a real estate powerhouse. Growing up in Queens, she found her first success in Manhattan's nightlife, managing the legendary Comedy Cellar where comedy icons like Kevin Hart cut their teeth. The bustling d...
S2 E24 | Cynthia Plunkett's Inspiring Journey: From Solo Road Trip Adventures and Female Travel Safety to Mastering Digital Marketing, AI Innovations, and Entrepreneurial Success
Join us as we welcome the remarkable Cynthia Plunkett, a digital marketing powerhouse and fellow Sickles Grifner Class of '07 alum, who recently embarked on a solo road trip that many only dream about. Cynthia spent four invigorating months tra...
S2 E23 - From Real Estate Association Mergers and Diversity Initiatives to Affordable Housing Challenges, Legal Risks, and HOA Oversight in Vibrant Tampa Markets
Discover how the transformative merger of three Realtor associations has shaped the Greater Tampa Bay Realtors into the sixth largest local association in the nation. With insights from Quan of the Tampa Bay Realtors Association, we unravel the...
S2 E22 | Amanda Brown's Captivating Journey: From Theatre Roots and Balancing Creative Passions to Navigating Post-COVID Auditions, AI in Storytelling, and the Future of Acting and Representation
From munchkin to main stage, actress Amanda Brown shares her extraordinary journey through the world of acting. Growing up with a love for theater, Amanda opens up about how early performances boosted her self-confidence and helped her navigate...
S2 E21 | From Civil War Medical Realities and Surgeon General Hammond's Reforms to Battlefield Amputations, Opium Tales, and Prosthetic Innovations
Discover the untold stories of Civil War medicine with filmmaker and veteran Steve Hollingshead, as he shatters the romanticized war narratives of yesteryear. Prepare to be transported to the brutal and unsanitary battlefields where disease cla...
S2 E20 | Joey Lumpkin's Entrepreneurial Journey: From Fitness Supplement Breakthroughs and Branding with Venom Nutrition to MMA Insights, Street Racing Thrills, and Motorcycle Crash Recovery
Ever wonder what it takes to break into the fitness supplement industry? Join us as we chat with Joey Lumpkin, a dynamic entrepreneur with a knack for creativity and innovation. Joey's journey into the world of creatine and beta-alanine blends ...
S2 E19 | Max Paul's Engaging Journey: From Thrilling NFL Playoff Showdowns and Weather Surprises to Buccaneers' Challenges, Super Bowl Predictions, and Gronkowski's Antics
NFL playoffs are full of surprises, and this episode is no exception. Ever wondered how weather can turn the tide in a high-stakes game? Our football expert, Max Paul, helps us unpack the dramatic showdown between the Ravens and the Bills, wher...
S2 E18 | Brittany Galvin's Insightful Journey: From Surviving Hurricane Helene's Destruction and Navigating Insurance Claims to Examining Industry Challenges, Legislative Changes, and Homeowner Realities
In this eye-opening and emotionally charged episode of Happy Hour Holidaze, hosts Manny Febre and Sean Febre sit down with Florida homeowner and social influencer Brittany Galvin to explore her harrowing journey of navigating the tangl...