Hustle & Heat
Hustle & Heat Podcast is where passion meets execution. Hosted by the team at Dubz BBQ, the show dives into real conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, chefs, and community leaders who have built something meaningful through hard work, discipline, and resilience.
Each episode explores the stories behind the success—what it took to get started, the challenges faced along the way, and the lessons learned under pressure. From food and hospitality to business, branding, and personal growth, Hustle & Heat highlights the mindset required to thrive when the stakes are high.
No fluff. No shortcuts. Just real hustle and real heat.
Episodes
33 episodes
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep39 | Piesano's Pizza Cucina | Bringing New York Pizza to North Port, FL
🍕 New York flavor has made its way to North Port!On Episode 39 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Piesano's Pizza Cucina to talk about bringing authentic New York style pizza to North Port, b...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep37 | G Boys Cheesesteaks
🔥 Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep. 37 | G Boys CheesesteaksOn Episode 37 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast, we sit down with the crew behind G Boys Cheesesteaks to talk business, food, entrepreneurship, and the journey behind building their...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep35 | Florida International Air Show
The Florida International Air Show is one of Southwest Florida’s most exciting annual events, bringing incredible aircraft, aviation professionals and thousands of spectators together for an unforgettable experience.In Episode 35 of the...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep34 | Meet Oleg Lisitsyn | North Port District 5 Commissioner Candidate
Welcome to the Hustle & Heat Podcast! 🔥🎙️In this episode, we sit down with Oleg M. Lisitsyn, who is running for North Port Commissioner, District 5.We discuss Oleg's background, what motivated him to run for office, his visi...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep33 | Boyd Brothers Service Inc.
What does it take to keep Southwest Florida comfortable year-round? ❄️⚡On Episode 33 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Boyd Brothers Service Inc. to talk about more than just air conditioning. We dive in...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep30 | Mike Morales of Quality TV | Talking Business, Tech, Security and AI
On Episode 30 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast, we're joined by Mike Morales of Quality TV for a conversation that goes far beyond television systems.We dive into the latest in business technology, commercial and residential security, s...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep28 | Dollars For Mammograms
In Episode 28 of Hustle & Heat, we sit down with Rita Bertler, founder of Dollars for Mammograms. Rita shares the inspiring story behind the nonprofit, its mission to provide no-cost mammograms and support services for uninsured and underin...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep27 | Phoenix On Site Repair
In Episode 27 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Phoenix On Site Repair to discuss what it takes to keep Southwest Florida moving.From cars and trucks to RVs, trailers, marine engines, diesel equipment, a...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep26 | Jerome Fletcher, North Port City Manager
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep26 | Jerome Fletcher, North Port City ManagerIn this episode of the Hustle and Heat Podcast, George from Dubz BBQ sits down with Jerome Fletcher, City Manager of North Port, for a conversation about leadership,...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep25 | Quan, Owner of 20 Fifth Ink | Talking Tattoos, Business, and Growth
In Episode 25 of the Hustle and Heat Podcast, we sit down with Quan, owner of 20 Fifth Ink, to talk about the journey of building a tattoo business, the realities of entrepreneurship, and what it takes to grow a strong brand in a competitive in...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep24 | Bert Parsley of The Twisted Fork
In Episode 24 of Hustle & HEAT, we sit down with Bert Parsley, owner of The Twisted Fork, to talk about the journey behind one of Southwest Florida’s favorite local restaurants. 🍴🔥From building a recognizable brand to navigating the...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep23 | Lee Richardson of Leroy’s Southern Kitchen & Bar
In Episode 23 of the Hustle and Heat Podcast, we sit down with Lee Richardson, owner of Leroy’s Southern Kitchen & Bar, to talk about the journey behind building a standout restaurant brand, creating an authentic southern dining experience,...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep22 | Mazda of Port Charlotte
What does it take to build a dealership that stands out in today’s market? In Episode 22 of the Hustle and Heat Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Mazda of Port Charlotte to talk about customer experience, the automotive industry, leader...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep21 | She Turned Bones into a Business | Michele Moore of Bone Boutique
In this episode of Hustle and Heat, we sit down with Michele Moore, founder of Bone Boutique, a brand built on creativity, craftsmanship, and doing things differently.Michele shares how she turned an unconventional idea into a real busi...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep20 | Leadership North Port and Youth Musical Arts Academy of North Port
Leadership isn’t just about titles — it’s about impact, community, and what you build for the next generation.In Episode 20 of the Hustle and Heat Podcast, we sit down to talk about Leadership North Port and the mission behind the Youth...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep19 | Alignment Creates Success | Missy Tanguay on Spirituality & Business
Success isn’t always about doing more—it’s about being aligned with what actually matters.Episode __ of the Hustle and Heat Podcast features Missy Tanguay, diving into the connection between spirituality, mindset, and building real succ...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep18 | Inside the Grind of a Top SWFL Realtor, Carla Nix
What does it actually take to perform at a high level in one of the most competitive industries out there?In Episode 18 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast, we sit down with Carla Nix, a top-performing real estate agent in Southwest Florida...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep17 | Decker Plumbing: How A Local Plumbing Company Delivers Consistently
In Episode 17 of the Hustle and Heat Podcast, we sit down with Brian Decker of Decker Plumbing to talk about what it really takes to run a reliable, high-performing plumbing company.This episode focuses on the day-to-day operations of t...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep16 | Inside Savor 100x35: Restaurant Owner Antonio Pereira Breaks It Down
What does it really take to turn an idea into a brand that stands out?In Episode 16 of Hustle & Heat, we sit down with Antonio Pereira, owner of Savor 100x35, to break down his journey from concept to execution. Antonio shares how he...
Hustle and Heat Podcast Ep15 | Hustle & Heat Ep. 15 | Faith and Business with Guest Tom Parker
In Episode 15 of Hustle & Heat, we sit down with Tom Parker — Christian leader, entrepreneur, and part owner of The Back Nine, a premier indoor golf simulator experience.Tom shares how his faith influences his approach to leadership...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep14 | Leadership, Growth and Giving Back with Former Commissioner Jill Luke
On this episode of Hustle & Heat, we sit down with former North Port Commissioner Jill Luke to talk about leadership, community growth, and the challenges of shaping one of Southwest Florida’s fastest-growing cities.Jill shares insi...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep13 | Kim Amontree on School Board Leadership & County Commissioner Race
In Episode 13 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast, we sit down with Kim Amontree, current Charlotte County School Board member and candidate for Charlotte County Commissioner (District 4).Kim shares insights from her time on the school boa...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep12 | Bill Truex on Growth, Leadership & Construction
In Episode 12 of Hustle & Heat, we sit down with Bill Truex, owner of Truex Preferred Construction and Charlotte County Commissioner, for a powerful conversation on leadership, development, and the future of Southwest Florida.From r...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep 11 | Brian Faro on Community Growth & Local Development in SWFL
In Episode 11 of Hustle & Heat, we sit down with Brian Faro of Paradise Exclusive Real Estate for a powerful conversation about community, leadership, and the future of local development in Southwest Florida.We dive into what respon...
Hustle & Heat Podcast Ep9 | City of North Port Police Chief Todd Garrison
Welcome to Episode 9 of the Hustle & Heat Podcast.In this episode, we sit down with Todd Garrison, Chief of Police for the City of North Port, for a conversation and introduction to his background, career, and role within the commun...