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Cigar chronicles, a chill laid back podcast where we can be honest and transparent about subjects that needs to be talked about.
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The definitive insider's guide to our current golden age of television, Ben Blacker's The Writers Panel is an ever expanding anthology of live convention panels and intimate in-studio interviews with the writers, producers, and show runners responsible for all the shows you can't stop watching. Over the course of nearly 500 episodes and counting, The Writers Panel has sat across from guests such as Vince Gilligan (Breaking Bad), Amy Sherman-Palladino (Gilmore Girls, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel ...
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Welcome to Happy Hour Holidaze, the podcast where business professionals, entrepreneurs, and laughter collide! Join us for a refreshing take on the world of business, as our hosts and their guests unwind with a drink or two, share hilarious stories, and dive into insightful conversations. In each episode, we invite accomplished guests from various industries and backgrounds to discuss their experiences, strategies, and successes. Whether they're seasoned entrepreneurs, industry leaders, or r ...
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Robert Rodat (Those About to Die; Saving Private Ryan)
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Robert Rodat (Those About to Die; Saving Private Ryan) discusses the parallels of his ancient Roman series to today's politics, his grueling rewriting process, the "heart and soul" of Saving Private Ryan, the three levels of conflict, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing to B…
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E57 | Amber Fields' Inspiring Journey: From Instagram Modeling to UFC Ring Girl, Real Estate Ventures, and Boxing for a Cause
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Send us a Text Message. Step into the convivial world of Happy Hour Holidaze, where the realms of entrepreneurship, groundbreaking business insights, and unfiltered joy merge in a symphony of enlightening entertainment! Your hosts, Sean and Manny Febre, guide this unique journey that reshapes the traditional podcast experience, turning solemn dialo…
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Anna Fishko (creator/showrunner, Orphan Black: Echoes; Fear the Walking Dead) discusses showrunning as a three-person job, hiring people she can trust, her writing superpower, the evolution of the series, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Wr…
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E56 | Vince Serrano's Dual Ambitions: Rising Through Influencer Boxing, Musical Drive, and Life-Changing Health Transformations
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another electrifying episode of Happy Hour Holidaze! Hosts Sean and Manny Febre are back in the studio with a returning guest, Vince Serrano. Vince, a rising star in the world of influencer boxing and music, shares his incredible journey from local fight events in Wesley Chapel to the professional boxing arena, al…
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Jordan Morris (Jordan Jesse Go!) talks about his new graphic novel, Youth Group, out this week. It's a funny and charming horror-comedy about teenage exorcists in the 1990s. Order your copy now: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250789235/youth-group THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribi…
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E55 | Chris Ellis's Collectible Chronicles: From Funko Pops to High-Stakes Trading Cards and Million-Dollar Hits
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Send us a Text Message. Introduction to Chris Ellis: The episode kicks off with a warm welcome to Chris Ellis, a web developer, entrepreneur, and co-owner of Funko Chases. Chris shares his journey from collecting Funko Pops to diving into the lucrative world of trading cards. Discover how his passion for sports memorabilia transformed into a profit…
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E54 | Chef David Reyes' Culinary Odyssey: From Chicago's Michelin Stars to Tampa's Distillery Delights and Global Flavors
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 54 of Happy Hour Holidaze, your go-to podcast for the perfect blend of entrepreneurship, business insights, and pure entertainment! This week, hosts Sean and Manny Febre are joined by the illustrious Chef David Reyes, a culinary virtuoso who has made a significant impact on Tampa Bay’s burgeoning food cult…
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David Koepp (Jurassic Park; Spider-man; Mission Impossible)
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Jurassic Park, Spider-man, Mission: Impossible, Carlito's Way, Indiana Jones, Bad Influence, Kimi, Snake Eyes, Panic Room, Presence, Black Bag, and even more. We're lucky to have David Koepp on today's episode. Want to participate in a writing workshop this summer with Ben Blacker and some terrific writers? Go from idea to first draft or get a rewr…
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E53 | Joey Redner's Cigar City Revolution: Crafting Tampa’s Beer Boom, Strategic Exits, and Brewing Future Ventures
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Happy Hour Holidaze! In this exciting episode, hosts Sean Febre and Manny Febre are joined by Joey Redner, the sixth-generation Floridian and mastermind behind Cigar City Brewing. Joey's incredible journey from an unimpressed local beer drinker to a revolutionary figure in Tampa's craft beer scene is both inspirin…
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E52 | Ben Stranzl's Bold Choices: Golf Triumphs, Non-Compete Confessions, and America's Economic Quandaries
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another riveting episode of Happy Hour Holidaze! In Episode 52, your hosts Sean and Manny Febre bring back the ever-insightful Ben Stranzl for a conversation packed with humor, candid insights, and thought-provoking discussions. This episode is a rollercoaster of topics that range from personal anecdotes to pressi…
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Quinn Shephard and Samir Mehta (Under the Bridge)
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Under the Bridge creator Quinn Shephard (writer/director, Not Okay) and showrunner Samir Mehta (Narcos; Fear the Walking Dead) discuss couching emotional story in mystery plot, finding the universal in the specific, the Sopranos as children and as comedy, writing from the heart, reading to hire a room, and lots more. Come see Dead Pilots Society on…
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E51 | Brian Gordon's Patriotic Pursuits: Crafting Second Amendment Cigars, Merch Mastery, and Tactical Ventures
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 51 of Happy Hour Holidaze! Your hosts, Sean Febre and Manny Febre, are back with another lively, insightful, and entertaining episode. Today, they welcome back a special guest and friend of the show, Brian Gordon, the proud owner of 2nd Amendment Cigars. Episode Highlights: Introduction and Opening Cheers:…
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The Big Cigar's Janine Sherman Barois and Jim Hecht
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The Big Cigar's Janine Sherman Barois (Claws; Criminal Minds) and Jim Hecht (Winning Time; Ice Age) discuss the responsibility of telling true stories, how The Big Cigar isn't just a biopic, working on multiple projects, the state of the industry, and more. Come see Dead Pilots Society on Sunday, June 30, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In D…
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E50 | Nate Jurewicz's and Steve Fantetti's Economic Showdown: Inflation Insights, Free Market Debates, Veterans’ Voices, and Global Policy Perspectives
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another riveting episode of Happy Hour Holidaze! In Episode 50, hosts Sean and Manny Febre steer us through a dynamic and thought-provoking debate featuring two heavyweight guests: Republican entrepreneur Nate Jurewicz and corporate attorney Steve Fantetti. This episode promises to challenge your perspectives on a…
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E49 | Nick Evers's Fairway to Business: A Golfer's Grind, Windy City Wonders, and Unforgettable College Capers
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another exhilarating episode of Happy Hour Holidaze! In Episode 49, hosts Manny Fresh and Sean Fabre welcome the charmingly average golfer and real estate mogul, Nicholas Evers. Get ready for a rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, life’s curveballs, and, of course, the great game of golf! Nicholas Evers’ Journey: Ni…
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The First Omen's Arkasha Stevenson + Tim Smith
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The First Omen writer/director Arkasha Stevenson and co-writer Tim Smith discuss bringing their perspective to a beloved franchise, body horror, David Lynch, their writing process, that image, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Writing, where…
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E48 | William Golston's Gridiron Glory: Reliving the Buccaneers' Super Bowl Win, Embracing Retirement Transitions, and Savouring Life’s Finer Moments
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another exciting episode of Happy Hour Holidaze! In Episode 48, we’re thrilled to bring you an exclusive conversation with Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ defensive end, Super Bowl champion, and NFL stalwart, William Gholston. Join your hosts, Sean Febre and Manny Febre, as they dive deep into the journey of a football lege…
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Writer/director Ned Benson (The Greatest Hits; The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby) discusses writing an earnest love story, writing through the lens of a director, the delusions of belief, when to let go, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Wr…
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E47 | Garrett Greco's Tampa Tales: From College Vibes to Real Estate Triumphs and the Quest for a Legacy
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Send us a Text Message. Dive into this electrifying episode of Happy Hour Holidaze, featuring the riveting journey of Garrett Greco, a visionary real estate mogul and podcast host from Tampa Bay. As we navigate through Garrett's transition from spirited college life to establishing a dominant presence in the real estate industry, listeners will fin…
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E46 | Unkle Reem's BBQ Chronicles: From Touchdowns to Touching Hearts with Tampa Bay's Tastiest Eats and Sweet Sports Memories
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Send us a Text Message. Dive into the savory world of barbecue with episode 46 of "Happy Hour Holidaze" as we sizzle through the inspiring journey of Kareem Ford, better known as Unkle Reem, the pitmaster behind the celebrated Unkle Reem’s BBQ in Tampa Bay. Nestled near the bustling Bucs Stadium, Unkle Reem's culinary haven boasts irresistibly juic…
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Aron Eli Coleite (Spiderwick Chronicles; Atlas)
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Aron Eli Coleite (creator/showrunner, The Spiderwick Chronicles; Atlas) discusses dialogue and action, helpful Aron-isms, our goldfish attention spans, key differences between TV and movie writing, why development takes so long now, and lots more. Come see Retrospecs on Sunday, May 19, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In Retrospecs, we dig th…
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E45 | Cliff's Chronicle: Crafting Tampa's Digital Buzz, Foodie Fame, and the Pursuit of Social Media Mastery
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Send us a Text Message. Join us on Episode 45 of Happy Hour Holidaze as hosts Sean and Manny Febre sit down with Cliff Carithers, the dynamic force behind TampaLatest, Tampa's most buzz-worthy social media and digital presence. This episode dives deep into Cliff's journey from a high school graduate to becoming a pivotal figure in shaping Tampa's d…
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Don McKellar (co-creator, The Sympathizer)
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Writer/director/actor Don McKellar (co-creator, The Sympathizer' 32 Short Films About Glenn Gould; Childstar) discusses throwing yourself into the deep end, the terrors of expectation, tradlation, and representation, collaborating with Park Chan-wook, how to know when to fight, his role on Slings and Arrows, and more. Come see Retrospecs on Sunday,…
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E44 | Tesla Tumult and Tee Times: A Spirited Session with Happy Hour on Musk’s Cybertruck, Golf's Business Edge, and Revisiting the O.J. Simpson Trial
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to a riveting episode of Happy Hour Holidaze, where business acumen meets the leisure of golf in a session full of insights and laughter. Join your hosts, Sean and Manny Febre, as they engage with Steve Fantetti, a seasoned lawyer with a knack for simplifying complex legal concepts. This episode, entitled "Mastering …
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Michael Jamin (Tacoma FD; Maron) discusses his new collection of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra, sharing versus oversharing, what he learned about art from David Bowie and Pharrel, and more. Buy A Paper Orchestra and see Jamin on his live reading tour! Info here: https://michaeljamin.com/product/a-paper-orchestra/ Come see Retrospecs on Sunday,…
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E43 | Jannete Sawdons's Captivating Camera Work: A Teacher's Transformation to Real Estate Photography Maestro and COO Success Story
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Send us a Text Message. Dive into the captivating world of real estate marketing with a sprinkle of humor on this special episode of "Happy Hour Holidaze." Join your dynamic hosts, Sean and Manny Febre, as they welcome Jannete Sawdon, the trailblazing Chief Operating Officer at Febre Frameworks, for an enlightening conversation that traverses the i…
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Evan Waite (Family Guy; The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) discusses the kinds of comedy he enjoys, breaking in by taking chances, his new book Life Wants You Dead: A Calm, Rational and Totally Legit Guide to Scaring Yourself Safe, and more. Come see Retrospecs on Sunday, April 21, 2-4pm PT at the Elysian Theater in LA! In Retrospecs, we dig those old …
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