Vero Beach Podcast - Meet Your Neighbors. Support Local. ™
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 care for our community, Meet Your Neighbors. Support Local. ™ Subscribe now and be part of the story.
Episodes
What if the side dish is actually the business? We sit across from Josh, the force behind Sunshine Pickle Co, and trace the bold leap from Cleveland’s late-night hustle to Florida’s bright, briny mornings. He started as a chef, ran a nightclub, opened a gourmet sandwich shop, and then watched customers fall in love with the thing meant to ride shotgun: the pickles. That spark turned into farmers market sellouts, a 100...
A sharp bang from the next room set the mood—then Charlotte opened the door to a living slice of Old Florida. We sat inside Waldo’s Secret Garden and traced how a mechanic shop became a flower shop and then an antique barn, how a former bedroom turned into a bridal lounge, and why preserving original bones matters when you’re welcoming new stories every weekend. Along the way, Charlotte pulled original Waldo family ph...
A hidden garden can change the way a celebration feels. We sit with Charlotte at Waldo’s Secret Garden in Vero Beach and pull back the curtain on what it takes to run a 13-acre historic property that hosts romance by day and goosebumps by night. Two front acres are a polished wedding venue and living space; the back stretches into an old dairy with corridors, stories, and the kind of found history that complicates cle...
Step into the shade of a wrought-iron chandelier and a Spanish outdoor kitchen as we sit down with Charlotte, the owner of Waldo’s Secret Garden in Vero Beach. What started as a family space grew into a community landmark hosting art festivals, celebrations of life, and gatherings under twenty-foot “sister tables” that nod to the Hall of Giants. The garden’s magic isn’t just its look; it’s a feeling—part Driftwood Inn...
What happens when a wine shop owner decides to close up shop and take a much-needed break? Dana from Vino Vero Beach reveals the surprising benefits of stepping away from your business, even when conventional wisdom says you shouldn't.
Taking us behind the scenes of her Vero Beach wine shop, Dana shares her journey of prioritizing family connections and personal well-being after running her business nons...
Dana from Vino Vero pulls back the curtain on her wine shop operations, revealing a refreshingly authentic approach to wine retail that centers around what she playfully calls her three pillars: "clean, curate, connect." From her meticulous morning cleaning rituals to her thoughtful wine selection process, Dana's passion for creating a genuine wine experience shines through every aspect of her business....
What happens when a Colorado-raised winemaker with years of California vineyard experience opens a wine bar in Vero Beach? You get Vino Vero – a warm, inviting space where wine knowledge meets genuine community connection.
Dana welcomes us into her charming wine shop, lined with sparkling bottles, thoughtful decor touches, and a unique central bar counter that transforms strangers into friends. The intentiona...
What does it mean to truly find your place in a community? Calah, founder of Vero Beach Moms Nonprofit, takes us on a heartfelt journey through her experiences raising children in this charming coastal town and her mission to create spaces where every mother feels valued and seen.
The conversation begins with what makes Vero Beach special, its preserved small-town atmosphere, characterized by few beachside hi...
What happens when one woman's personal health struggles transform into a mission to support an entire community of mothers? Calah's journey with the Vero Beach Moms nonprofit reveals the power of vulnerability, relationship-building, and creating safe spaces where women can truly find their place.
At the heart of this conversation lies a simple but profound mission: helping every mom connect with he...
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...
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...
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 t...
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-grand...
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 Be...
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 crea...
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 stemm...
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, remov...
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...
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 stor...
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 na...
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