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Vero Beach Podcast - Meet Your Neighbors. Support Local. ™

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Welcome to the Vero Beach Podcast—where we share the stories behind the businesses, makers, and dreamers shaping our community.Each week, we’ll sit down with local business owners and community leaders to hear their journeys—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. From family-owned shops to bold startups, you’ll get to “meet your neighbors” and discover what makes Vero Beach such a vibrant place to live, work, and visit.Because when we know the stories, it changes how we shop, connect and

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12:14

Vero Beach Moms - Part 1: Creating Space for Mothers...

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2025/09/08

Send us a text Behind every thriving community lies a story of personal transformation. For Calah Milliman, founder of Vero Beach Moms non-profit, that journey began with a simple realization: "I can't be the only one who needs this." What started eight years ago as a Facebook group seeking to create a judgment-free zone for mothers has evolved into a mission-driven nonprofit organization. Calah openly shares her personal story of becoming a mother at 19, surviving an abusive relationship, f...

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9:08

DIGG Gardens - Part 3: Come On In. You're Welcome Here.

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2025/08/29

Send us a text Ever wonder what makes a community so special? Spencer from DIGG Gardens reveals the magic of Vero Beach in this conversation that goes far beyond plants and gardening. Spencer paints a vivid picture of Vero's unique character. In this place, you might find a Ferrari at one stoplight and a lifted beat-up pickup truck at another, creating a charming juxtaposition that somehow works perfectly. Having moved here in 1998, he's discovered that "the longer you live here, the smaller...

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12:31

DIGG Gardens - Part 2: Where There’s Dirt, There’s Money

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2025/08/27

Send us a text Ever wonder what actually happens behind those Instagram-perfect garden center photos? Spencer from DIGG Gardens pulls back the curtain on the reality of running a thriving plant business where no two days are ever the same. The carefully planned workday that suddenly derails when equipment breaks down. The logistical nightmare of maintaining nearly 100 tires across trucks, trailers and equipment (averaging two flats weekly!). The complex web of relationships with multi-genera...

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14:33

DIGG Gardens - Part 1: Green Thumbs, Old Saws, &...

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2025/08/25

Send us a text The verdant world of Vero Beach's plant community comes alive as Spencer Porteous, owner of DIGG Gardens, welcomes us into his memorabilia-filled headquarters. Against a backdrop of family heirlooms, including his grandfather's 1940s two-man saw and a Scottish rocking chair from the 1700s, Spencer reveals the roots of his botanical journey. From childhood memories of tart rhubarb in his great-grandmother's Adirondack garden to pushing shopping carts at Home Depot before ...

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7:29

Apricot Lane Boutique - Part 3: Small Town Charm &...

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2025/08/15

Send us a text What makes a community the perfect place to launch a business? In this episode, Ashley from Apricot Lane Boutique shares her why, and it's something we continue to hear echoed throughout the town. Having moved from Connecticut to Florida years ago, Ashley found herself drawn to Vero Beach for its unique ability to maintain a small-town atmosphere despite continuous growth. "No matter how big Vero Beach gets, it still has that hometown feel," she explains, referencing the perfe...

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13:30

Apricot Lane Boutique - Part 2: Breaking Out of Your...

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2025/08/13

Send us a text Step behind the racks and discover the fascinating world of boutique ownership through the eyes of Ashley, the passionate owner of Apricot Lane Boutique in Vero Beach. During this conversation, Ashley pulls back the curtain on juggling motherhood, caring for both a four-month-old baby and a 17-year-old daughter, while running a fashion boutique. What makes this boutique special? Ashley's approach to creating a multi-generational shopping experience is to offer something for ev...

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8:35

Apricot Lane Boutique - Part 1: From Corporate to...

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2025/08/11

Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to leave the corporate world behind and open your own boutique? Ashley Borenz of Apricot Lane Boutique in Vero Beach shares her journey from big box retail manager to independent business owner. After 15 years in Vero Beach and years working alongside her husband at Lowe's, Ashley took the entrepreneurial leap. Her motivation wasn't just about being her own boss, it stemmed from a desire to create a genuinely personable shopping experience where cus...

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14:29

Coastal Connections - Part 3: Power of Community &...

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2025/08/08

Send us a text The success story of sea turtle conservation in Vero Beach isn't just about scientists; it's about an entire community making conscious choices. Kendra Bergman, founder and executive director of Coastal Connections, shares how the organization has become woven into the fabric of Vero Beach over the past decade. When Hurricane Milton struck, Coastal Connections immediately mobilized volunteers, removing thousands of pounds of debris from beaches while other groups focused on ne...

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15:42

Coastal Connections - Part 2: Tipsy Turtles &...

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2025/08/06

Send us a text Ever wondered what makes those colorful ribbons and stakes appear on Florida beaches during turtle season? Kendra from Coastal Connections pulls back the curtain on sea turtle conservation in this enlightening second installment of our three-part series. Running a marine conservation nonprofit requires remarkable versatility. During nesting season (March-October), the team conducts nighttime turtle walks and their popular "turtle digs" - scientific evaluations of hatched nest...

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19:03

Coastal Connections - Part 1: Hey There, Turtle… I...

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2025/08/04

Send us a text Meet Kendra Bergman, marine biologist and founder of Coastal Connections, who's passionate about protecting the endangered sea turtles of Vero Beach. From a chance childhood encounter with a green turtle in Hawaii to establishing a thriving conservation organization, Kendra's journey reveals how dedication and community involvement can create remarkable change. She shares the incredible success story of green turtles on the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, where annual ne...

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15:19

REsistance - Part 3: Forging Community Through...

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2025/07/25

Send us a text Finding your tribe in a new city can be one of life's greatest challenges, especially for adults. When Danielle moved to Vero Beach, leaving behind her tight-knit friend group in Westfield, she discovered firsthand how challenging it can be to build new social connections, particularly for women. While men had golf clubs and fishing spots to forge friendships, women's traditional gathering spaces, such as nail salons, rarely facilitated meaningful conversations. This social ga...

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19:54

REsistance - Part 2: Cookies & Kettlebells (Finding...

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2025/07/23

Send us a text Ever wondered what makes a boutique fitness studio truly special? Danielle, owner of REsistance Fitness Studio in Vero Beach, pulls back the curtain on creating a fitness experience that goes beyond just workouts. Dive into REsistance's creative "Christmas in July" programming, where holiday cheer meets fitness goals through themed spin classes like "Ho Ho Ho and a Bottle of Wine" and strength classes focused on building the perfect "backside" (aptly dubbed "Merry FitmAss"). T...

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30:03

REsistance - Part 1: Spin Class, Setbacks & Starting...

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2025/07/21

Send us a text What happens when you blend psychology, creativity, and fitness expertise into one dynamic space? Danielle Kireyczyk, founder of REsistance Fitness Studio in Vero Beach, joins us to share her remarkable journey from Massachusetts fitness instructor to Florida studio owner. Remember that intimidating feeling of walking into a fitness class for the first time? Danielle has built her entire business around eliminating that barrier. "My goal is to make that room look different," s...

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12:15

Vero Beach Neighborhood® - Part 3: The Power of...

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2025/07/18

Send us a text What makes a community truly special? In this heartwarming conversation with Danielle, founder of the influential Vero Beach Neighborhood® group, we discuss the magic that sets Vero Beach apart from other coastal towns. Danielle paints a vivid picture of Vero as "stepping back in time," a place where mom-and-pop businesses still thrive alongside chains, creating an ecosystem of local commerce and genuine connection. With over 74,000 members in her online community, she's witne...

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18:48

Vero Beach Neighborhood® - Part 2: Raw Realities...

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2025/07/16

Send us a text Stepping behind the digital curtain of Vero Beach Neighborhood (VBN), the Facebook group that connects 74,000 local residents, reveals an astonishing commitment to community stewardship. Danielle, the driving force behind this thriving online space, shares the raw realities of her 4am wake-ups and the manual processing of thousands of posts and comments each month. "The workload, the manual amounts of work... There's less that can be automated with how I have it set up," Danie...

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19:44

Vero Beach Neighborhood® - Part 1: Vero's Digital...

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2025/07/14

Send us a text What happens when a simple Facebook group transforms into the digital heartbeat of an entire community? Meet Danielle Wynkoop, the creator of Vero Beach Neighborhood® (VBN) - a 74,000-member strong online community that's become an essential part of life in this Florida coastal town. From her sun-drenched VBN Beach Shop and Gifts store, Danielle shares how what began as a "dumping ground" for miscellaneous questions eight years ago has evolved into a powerful force for connect...

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19:57

Breeze Pelvic Health - Part 2: What’s Your Jaw Got To...

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2025/07/10

Send us a text Ever wondered if that nagging hip pain might be connected to something else? Or why healthcare often feels so disconnected from our real lives? Ashley from Breeze Pelvic Health joins us to transform how we think about our bodies and healthcare delivery. Ashley takes us behind the scenes of her mobile pelvic floor physical therapy practice, where she literally carries a 50-pound treatment table to clients' homes to create safe, comfortable healing environments. This approach re...

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18:34

Breeze Pelvic Health - Part 1: Real Talk on “Down There”

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2025/07/07

Send us a text Taboo topics and awkward silences have no place in healthcare, especially when they prevent us from addressing issues that affect our daily lives and wellbeing. That's what makes this conversation with Ashley Murray, founder of Breeze Pelvic Health, so refreshingly important. Ashley demystifies pelvic floor therapy with clarity and compassion, explaining that her work goes far beyond the simplified "just do Kegels" advice many people receive. She treats urinary and bowel issue...

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Walking Tree Brewery - Part 3: Staying Rooted in Vero...

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2025/07/04

Send us a text In Part Three, we'll dive into the heart and soul of Walking Tree Brewery with founders Mike and Brooke as they unpack their powerful mission statement: "Staying rooted in practice, promise, and people." This candid conversation reveals how a personal art project evolved into an iconic brewery logo, and why mangrove roots perfectly symbolize their commitment to community strength. What happens when business ideals meet operational realities? Mike and Brooke share refreshingly ...

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17:58

Walking Tree Brewery - Part 2: The Grit Behind the...

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2025/07/02

Send us a text What does it truly take to run a successful craft brewery? The Walking Tree Brewery founders pull back the curtain on the daily realities of their business, a world where passion for great beer meets the unglamorous tasks of plumbing repairs and navigating outdated alcohol regulations. This candid conversation reveals how Walking Tree's journey evolved from their initial focus on distribution to embracing their unexpected role as a community hub. The owners discuss how managin...

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