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Great Things Tampa Bay

Great Things Tampa Bay - Food and Fun in Tampa, St Pete, Clearwater

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All the Great Eats, Great Places, and Great People in the Greater Tampa Bay Area. Tampa Bay Native and local Realtor Kyle Sasser gives you the inside scoop on all the hidden gems throughout the Tampa Bay area. Having a curious mind and pallet as well as having lived in Tampa, Plant City, Dover, Lakeland, Brandon, Seminole Heights, Tampa Heights, and now St Petersburg, host Kyle Sasser brings his own unique perspective, knowledge, and history to your ear buds. Covering Tampa, St Pete, Clearwa ...
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After a significant milestone (or time in this case), it's important to take a look back and see all the great places and people we've talked about. Of the great restaurants and fun times discussed throughout Tampa Bay, which ones still hold up? Is the relish tray at Beachcombers still as delicious? Is Vesuvio at Bella's Cafe still the mindblowing …
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Delco's Cheese Steaks are worth the drive... ask me how I know! This unique spot in Clearwater / Dunedin is worth the trip from all corners of Tampa Bay. Hands down one of THE BEST cheesesteaks you will have in the area. Delco's Website https://www.delcosdunedin.com/ Lakeland's Philly Steak and Wing https://phillysteakandwingslakeland.com/ ==--==--…
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Replay Pinball Museum in Tarpon Springs and now in St Petersburg is a great place to go and spend the day. Learn about a recent Great Things Tampa Bay event where we traveled to Tarpon Springs, had a delicious lunch at Olive the World (previously mentioned in episode 9!) and then take a quick walk around the corner to the Replay Pinball Museum! I a…
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Want to know how to obtain a free composting bin if you're a city of St Pete Resident? Up your recycling game by adding a [FREE] composting bin to your repertoire! The City of Saint Petersburg is offering composting bins to residents free of charge. All you have to do is complete a simple form, and they will schedule you to receive your compost bin…
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Does Great Things Tampa Bay write paid puff pieces? Common wisdom is that if you don't have haters, you're not trying hard enough. I've now gotten a few pieces of hate mail, and thought I'd address one them directly. Plenty of publications and media outlets do them... but does Great Things Tampa Bay take payment for favorable reviews of restaurants…
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Listen as The Florida Orchestra performs the 1812 Overture at Symphony Under the Starts 2019 at Raymond James Stadium. Featuring actual cannon fire! It's not going to be the same hearing this performed in the Straz! I was invited to attend Symphony Under the Stars by some dear friends of mine. And while the Florida Orchestra performed numerous tune…
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Watch full video interview here! What happens when real life meets the colorful page? Real Life Heroes! Bay Coast Guardians are the helpful hand that St Petersburg both needs and deserves. Who are the Bay Coast Guardians? They are a group of Real Life Heroes doing good (some would say GREAT) work in our local community. From homeless outreach to sa…
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For being so close to the sea, great seafood can be tough to find in Tampa Bay. Luckily Blake’s Crab Cakes is to the rescue! I sit down with my wife as well as tasting event winner Ardena Bosley to try out these wonderful, amazing and authentic crab cakes, and to share the experience with you! We try out the eponymous crab cakes, and sample some of…
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Keel and Curley Winery is a wonderful way to spend the day. And it's an added bonus if it's BLUEBERRY SEASON (April-May)! Today I share my experieces at this great local spot in Plant City, just east of Tampa. Stop by, sample some beers and wine, watch the ducks on the pond, and eat a delicious hamburger! Keel and Curley Strawberry Festival Episode…
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Do you have an interest in podcasts or podcasting, or maybe just meeting a great local group of people helping each other out The Florida Podcaster's Association is just one such place. Every month Chris Krimitsos hosts 40-60 podcasters at a public meetup in Tampa. There we share ideas, knowledge, wins, and maybe more importantly, what isn't workin…
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A young man with autism is taking a different bus route home from work due to the recent homicides. He gets off the bus in Seminole Heights and is walking down the street when he is shot and killed. In this episode, Anthony Naiboa's father shares memories of his son and explains how he overcame obstacles to reach his goals.…
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Let's take a minute and relax on the lighter side of life. I sit down with Jimmy Murray, funny guy, AI developers, and voice acting talent. Notably he's the voice of the runaway hit podcast "Kid Friendly Joke of the Day", your daily dose of child appropriate humor. Perfect on the way to school or little Johnny's soccer practice! We sit down an have…
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In episode 43, I interview Elizabeth and Erin of Tampa Bay Live at Engine 9 in St Petersburg Florida. Tampa Bay Live is a great local blog and social media company with the same aim as Great Things Tampa Bay: To share some awesome spots to eat all about the Tampa Bay area! Engine 9 is an outstanding gourmet burger restaurant in beautiful downtown S…
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What's it feel like to get fan mail? A whole lot better than getting hate mail! In Episode 42 I have lunch with my wife as well as Michael and Nicole at Thai Legacy, a Thai restaurant that's so good you'll be dreaming about the Mango Sticky Rice for weeks! Thai Legacy 120 N Parsons Ave, Brandon, FL 33510 https://www.thailegacyrestaurant.com/ Downlo…
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Jackie Williams and her husband Todd Wilson are the brains behind an amazing multistory boutique in St Petersburg called Furnish Me Vintage specializing in all things hip and cool! You'll find vinyl records, Danish furniture, mid-century design, probably a cool car, some retro stereo equipment, and some awesome artwork. Take a trip back to the 50s,…
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In today's episode, you will hear about the history of the University of Tampa, the Tampa Hotel and it's builder Henry Plant. Lindsay Huban, the Museum Relations Manager at the Henry B Plant Museum located at the University of Tampa, takes us on a historical journey through this wonderful and iconic Tampa property! Henry Plant Museum (University of…
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I interview local influencer and instagram phenomenon Joe Malinowski, responsible for Tampa Bay Is Awesome! Joe joins me for dinner at Brick and Mortar, and we talk about all things food, the current state of things in Tampa Bay, and what there is to look forward to! Music by Stone MarmotBy Kyle Sasser
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Gateway to Indian has converted me into an Indian food lover! Listen in about one of the best restaurants in Tampa Bay, let alone best Indian Restaurant. The tikka masala is literally worth the drive from all points! Download the Great Things Tampa Bay App! http://GreatThingsTB.com/app Music by Christian Gonzalez…
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Come along on a journey from Tampa, to North Georgia, to Nashville, to Biloxi, and finally to New Orleans. On this journey, you will hear about the struggle, over the course of three days, in building a business and a working product on a bus... with spotty internet access and one or two unknown smells. At the final destination, New Orleans, we com…
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I interview Michael Women, aka The Gator Crusader. Learn all about the most popular apex reptile in Florida, the Alligator. I also get in the pen with them for a few minutes. Very unsettling! You'll also learn about the Suncoast Primate Sanctuary, an animal sanctuary in Palm Harbor that takes care of abandoned and neglected monkeys, apes, and orang…
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This is a replay of Episode 15. It's a sporting life! In this episode, learn about all the opportunities Tampa Bay Club Sport has for adults of all ages to get active. From soccer to kickball, and golf to cornhole (sport?), Club Sport is the best way across the bay to keep your youthful spirit alive! Tampa Bay Club Sport www.TampaBayClubSport.Com G…
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Sports are a big part of the Tampa Bay area, from kids to adults! On today's episode, I interview Ian Elston with Tampa Bay Club Sports. TBCS run one of the largest sports leagues in the states, from kids all the way to old adults like me! No matter what sport or "sport" (looking at you, cornhole!) you love to play, TBCS probably runs a league for …
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You might have heard rumors about Goat Yoga... well we went and did the thing! My wife and I got our downward dog on and our bleeting hearts melted at Grady Goat Yoga in Thonotosassa! You'll need to book weeks out in advance, it's very therapeutic and yes the goats jump all over you without prompting. Music this episode by The Young Something!…
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Few things spark as much imagination as a musical instrument. Give a toy guitar to a 4 year old and watch what happens. It's like we're both with music in our soul! Local Luthier (that's someone who builds guitars) Erdem Koca of Koca Guitars has been building instruments for years. Listen in as he shares some of the secrets of his craft with us. Al…
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If you remember back to Episode 4, I love Italian. In episode 29, I discover and share my experience of a relative newcomer to the Tampa Italian food scene. When you walk in and everyone in the place is speaking Italian, you know you're in for something special. Piccolo Italian Bistro Music by Stone Marmot - " Can't Undo Loving You" Full Show Notes…
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Sure there are animal shelters around Tampa Bay, maybe that's where you adopted fluffy or rover. And sure, maybe you or someone you know volunteers at one, helping our furry friends out. But who helps the helpers? SOAR, that's who. Suncoast Organized Animal Relief. Stephen and Sharon manage an organization that fills the gaps. When shelters need he…
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Take a trip with us north of Orlando: Beautiful Mount Dora, Florida! We went to Mount Dora to enjoy the 2017 Mount Dora Arts and Craft Fair We stayed at Adora Inn, a beautiful and wonderful bed and breakfast in easy walking distance to downtown Mount Dora. We also ate at: Goblin Market 1921 by Norman Van Aken and Pisces Rising. Music by Ellie Lee B…
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Ever wondered what all goes into making a delicious strawberry, one worth of topping shortcake and being celebrated in a festival? I interview Bob McDowell, 15 year farmer at Fancy Farms out in Plant City, Florida and we talk everything strawberry and strawberry farming, and this interview just so happened to be conducted the day after a hard freez…
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Strawberry Shortcake or Cracker Country? Are you more about a small town with big hearts or the largess of the city (3 Scooter Rides!) In this episode I hand down the verdict on which is better, The Florida State Fair or The Florida Strawberry Festival.... and it just might surprise you! Florida State Fair February 8 - 19 Florida Strawberry Festiva…
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In episode 21 you'll hear about DogBar, the funnest and furriest place around. No dog required! The unique and uplifting atmosphere of DogBar is unrivaled in the Tampa Bay Area. Mixing an enclosed dog park, adult beverages, and fully vetted and certified canine membership, Dogbar rocks and is certainly a Great Things in Tampa Bay. Dogbar 2300 Centr…
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Markets and Pop Ups are all the rage nowadays, and in Episode 19 we interview Natalie and Trista of Markets for Makers who are KILLING IT with local markets in Clearwater (Pierce St Market), Night Market in Tampa at Ferg's, Orange Blossom Market out in Lake Walesy, and a special Holiday Markets in Tampa and Los Angeles.…
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