Happy Monday, mi gente âď¸đ In this episode of Cafecito y Croquetas, weâre flipping the script on the usual news cycle and sharing only the good stuff â stories that prove thereâs still a lot of heart, courage, and kindness in the world.We dive into:đż Miamiâs Mangrove Guardian â Andrew Otazo, a Cuban-American writer, runner, and environmental activist who has removed over 35,000 pounds of trash from our local mangroves, including refrigerators, couches, tires, and even an abandoned boat.đŞ The 106-Year-Old Skydiver â Alfred âAlâ Blaschke, who broke his own Guinness World Record as the oldest person to go skydiving, reminding us that âeveryone is more capable than they think.âđ¤ From School Janitor to #1 on the Charts â Richard Goodall, a middle school janitor whose video singing âDonât Stop Believinââ went viral, led to Americaâs Got Talent, and a song that hit #1 on the iTunes country charts.đ A 7-Year-Oldâs Lemonade Stand of Love â Emmery Johnson, who started a $1 lemonade stand to raise money for her momâs headstone and ended up bringing in over $10,000 thanks to the kindness of her community.Throughout the episode, we talk about:The power of small, simple acts of kindnessHow social media can still be used for good and uplifting storiesWhy supporting your neighbors, checking in on people, and doing âlittle thingsâ can change someoneâs entire trajectoryIf you needed a reminder that thereâs still good in the world, this is your sign. đ¤ď¸âą Chapters00:00 â Intro & Happy Monday vibes01:00 â Miami mangroves cleanup & Andrew Otazoâs mission05:20 â Why the mangroves matter to our ecosystem06:50 â 106-year-old skydiver breaks his own record09:30 â âYouâre more capable than you thinkâ â life lessons from Al11:55 â The school janitor who went viral and hit #1 in country music15:30 â How one viral moment can change a life18:30 â The 7-year-old girl, her lemonade stand & $10,000 in support21:00 â Turning tragedy into community, hope & legacy24:00 â The ripple effect of small acts of kindness20:40 â Final takeaway: do good, support your neighbor, simple acts matterđ Subscribe for more Miami stories, good news, and uplifting conversations:đ Cafecito y Croquetas | Powered by Stay Tranquilo & H&CoDrop a comment:đŹ Whatâs one small good deed youâre going to do this week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome back to another vibey Friday on Cafecito y Croquetas, presented by Stay Tranquilo âđ´Shades on, fedora on, cafecito in hand â weâre kicking off the weekend with good energy, Miami culture, and a full breakdown of everything happening around the 305.đ´ This Weekâs Miami RundownWe dive into one of the biggest weekends in Coconut Grove as the Coconut Grove crew takes over multiple spots across the neighborhood â live music, DJs, and a full-day party stretching from Bodega, Sandbar, and Kudas, all the way through the night.Plus, a Hurricanes watch party at Sandbar and a special DJ set from Mr. Eats 305 (George Orango) after the game.đ Sunday Funday: Dolphins in MadridThe Miami Dolphins kick off from Madrid at 9:30 AM, giving Miami the perfect excuse for a brunch-and-football Sunday. Sports Grill and Flaniganâs fans â weâre talking early beers, rib rolls, mimosas, and full vibes to start your morning.đĽ Fun Segment: âThis or That â Miami EditionâWe get into:Day drinking vs. night drinkingSouth Beach chaos vs. Wynwood SundaysEmpanadas in the morning vs. 2:30 AM ventanita runsBoat day⌠or boat day with someone who definitely shouldnât be driving the boatPub Sub vs. Tropi ChopPuravida wait vs. pastelito breakfastâŚand plenty more Miami-style debates.đ Pull Up This WeekendCatch us Saturday at the Coconut Grove Takeover, and Sunday morning for Dolphins-in-Madrid brunch vibes. Miami is outside this weekend â come through and say whatâs up!If youâre into Miami culture, weekend guides, cafecito talk, local events, sports energy, and vibey conversations, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe.Stay Tranquilo. Stay vibey. Have a day. đ´đĽâ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Grab your cafecito âď¸âtoday weâre talking global expansion with Mike from H&Co, who leads their Global Expansion team. From when it makes sense to go international to how tariffs and nearshoring are reshaping strategy, Mike breaks down the real-world playbook for entering LATAM (Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile), UAE/Saudi, Europe, Canada, and more. We also get into culture, careers, and some elite sports-travel stories (World Cup, Wimbledon, El ClĂĄsico).What youâll learnHow to know if your company is ready to expand (itâs about opportunity, not just revenue)Tariffs & counter-tariffs made simpleâand why nearshoring to Mexico/Colombia is boomingEntity setup, tax/accounting/HR/payroll, ERP considerations, and compliance (end-to-end roadmap)Picking your first country: market demand, treaties, ops complexity, and costCulture & execution: why great products still fail without local adaptationCareer path into international business (skills that actually matter)Chapters0:00 Intro & why H&Co partners with Cafecito y Croquetas1:15 Mikeâs path: Spain â London â Miami & 100+ countries4:00 Why companies expand globally (demand, costs, M&A)6:45 Are you âbig enoughâ to go international?8:10 What H&Co handles: entity, tax, HR/payroll, compliance, ERPs10:30 Picking markets: Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, UAE, Saudi, EU, Canada13:55 Tariffs explained & the rise of nearshoring18:20 Realities vs. politics: how smart operators adapt21:10 Culture, timelines, and choosing the right structure24:40 Testing demand with digital marketing before you land27:30 Living/working in Spain, UK, Switzerlandâbusiness culture lessons31:20 Sports stories: World Cup semis/final, El ClĂĄsico, rugby/cricket35:40 Career advice for breaking into global expansion37:00 WrapWho this episode is forFounders, COOs, CFOs, and marketers exploring international growth, cost optimization, and compliance-ready market entry.ConnectGuest: Mike â H&Co (Global Expansion)Host: Stay Tranquilo Network | Cafecito y Croquetas#globalexpansion #career #businesspodcast #morningbrew #business #businesssuccess #miami #globalbusiness #latam #tarrifs #nearshoring #uae #growth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Start your week with a hot cafecito and all the vibes on this Monday edition of Cafecito y Croquetas, presented by Stay Tranquilo and H&Co.Pooch rides solo today, breaking down a massive weekend for South Florida sports:⢠Miami Dolphins upset the Bills in a huge division win⢠Inter Miami handled business⢠Miami Heat secured a W⢠Miami Hurricanes kept the streak alivePlus, we talk about the cold front finally hitting Miami. Yup⌠sweater weather in the 305 is officially here. Highs in the 60s, lows dipping into the 40s. Time to bring out the jackets and pretend we live up north.In local news:⢠The iconic Freedom Tower reopens after long-awaited renovations, welcoming students for a deep dive into Cuban history and the victims of communism memorial.⢠Miamiâs latest viral topic: a strange âcometâ named 3 Atlas that some believe looks a little too⌠engineered? Changing shape, glowing tail, possible break-apart patterns. Conspiracy? Alien tech? Just space dust? Drop your take in the comments.⢠A farewell to Walls Ice Cream, a Miami classic across from Big Cheese that officially closed after 20 legendary years.Grab your cafecito, stay warm, and stay watching the skies⌠because it might get weird this week.New interview episode drops Wednesday.Stay tuned and Stay Tranquilo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Happy Friday, Miami! Hoodie season is peeking inâcool nights, sunny days, and a packed weekend line-up. In this Cafecito y Croquetas episode, we run through the best things to do around the 305 and where to eat after.Whatâs on deck:E1 Miami GP (Virginia Key): all-electric powerboat racing with celeb-owned teamsâmake it a beach day and catch the action from the water.Miami Beach Polo World Cup (Collins Park): free viewing from the sand + ticketed hospitality if you wanna dress it up.Miami Heat vs. Hornets (Fri 8 PM): quick preview + a bonus Heat breakdown with former NBA star Greivis VĂĄsquez on State Owns the Assist.Miami Dolphins vs. Bills (Hard Rock): rivalry vibes for your Saturday night tailgate.Canes Football: home action to keep the momentum rolling.Weather check: highs in the low 80s, breezy, cooler nightsâprime outdoor seating, late-night walks, and rooftop plans. Cold front early next week = actual hoodie season.New restaurants to try:PARI PARI (Wynwood): hand-roll bar (think uni, toro, wagyu, caviar)âreserve ahead.AmazĂłnico (Brickell): lush, jungle-chic Latin dining with craft cocktails and live energy.Eight Bar Miami (Miami Worldcenter): raw bar, sushi, burgers, cocktailsâground floor of Maple & Ash; elevated but laid-back.Make it a weekend itinerary:Fri: cafecito â Heat game â downtown happy hour.Sat: beach polo or electric boat racing â dinner at AmazĂłnico or Eight Bar.Sun: brunch + Dolphins/Bills watch party.If youâre new here, we drop Miami culture, food, and sports twice a weekâlike & subscribe and comment what youâre hitting this weekend.#MiamiWeekend #ThingsToDoInMiami #CafecitoyCroquetas #MiamiFoodie #Brickell #Wynwood #MiamiHeat #FinsUp #MiamiEvents Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today on the Stay Tranquilo Podcast, Andre sits down with Donny Joshua-Felix â performance coach at DBC, lifelong runner and former Howard University soccer player â for a real conversation about identity, faith, discipline, and the mindset it takes to actually become the person you say you want to be.From growing up in a Haitian Christian household (grandfather a pastor, dad a church musician) to chasing PRs, missing them, and learning not to attach self-worth to results, Donny breaks down the habits and reframes that changed his life: âI donât have to â I GET to.â We get into stillness, gratitude, journaling, the âno snoozeâ rule, teaching youth athletes, and why choosing the harder right (over the easier wrong) builds real self-trust.If youâre into mindset, performance, faith, running, or just need a reset on your daily standards, this oneâs for you.In this episode youâll learn:The power of âI get toâ â turning discipline into gratitude-driven actionWhy perfection is a trap and how to detach identity from outcomesSimple daily wins that stack confidence (no-snooze, make your bed, move your body)How to use stillness/meditation to hear your intuition againReframing self-talk: replacing limiting labels with identity statementsCoaching youth athletes to be resilient humans first, players secondWhat to do when youâre âdoing everything rightâ and still not hitting goalsHighlights & TopicsFaith & family roots â leadership and serviceHoward University soccer â performance coach at DBCRunning mindset: smiling through pain, training without egoThe âfuture youâ filter: will you be proud of this choice tonight?Social media courage: sharing your story to help one person is enoughGuestDonny Joshua-Felix â Performance Coach at DBCIG: @donnyjoshuaCoaching/Bookings: https://www.dbcfitness.com/Connect with Stay TranquiloSubscribe for weekly episodes on growth, culture, and communityTimestamps (add after upload)00:00 Intro â âLife is a blessingâ00:xx Faith & family foundation00:xx Howard U, soccer & music00:xx DBC coaching & daily routine00:xx Running, PRs & resilience00:xx Gratitude, stillness & mindset00:xx Coaching the next generation00:xx Final takeaways & challenge Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Good morning y bienvenidos back to Cafecito y Croquetas! Today weâre joined by Saidin HernĂĄndez, an estate & tax planning attorney serving U.S. and international families, family offices, and entrepreneurs. We dive into the real drivers of generational wealth transfer (spoiler: itâs more succession than taxes), how to involve the next generation early, and why the billable hour may be dead in the age of AI. Plus a little Miami life, grit, and parenting talkâporque claro.Saidin also shares an exclusive: his firm is rebranding to Bridgepoint Global Councilâa relationship-first practice focused on helping families protect, grow, and transfer their legacy across borders.If youâre building a business, raising a family, or planning for the next 10â20 years, this episode is for you.Hit subscribe, drop a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this with the planner (or future planner) in your life.What youâll learnEstate planning vs. tax planning: what actually derails generational transitionsWhy second/third-gen heirs often donât run the family businessâand what to do about itHow to bring the next gen into the plan (education, roles, and realistic options)Goal setting for life + business (and why you must slow down to think longer-term)AIâs impact on law firms (value pricing > billable hours)Miami roots, grit, and building a family-first lifeChapters0:00 Cold open0:09 Intro & todayâs guest1:04 What Saidinâs firm does (estate & tax planning, global scope)4:20 Involving the next generationâeducation & continuity5:37 Saidinâs story: Cuba â Hialeah â law10:00 Choosing law over computer science (people > cubicles)13:56 The succession reality: when heirs donât want the business18:27 Myth-busting: taxes vs. succession planning20:58 Thinking in 10-year horizonsâgoals that blend life & work23:40 Slowing down, to-do lists, and delegating what doesnât move goals26:00 Tailoring plans to the client (no one-size-fits-all)29:05 AI, law, and the end of the billable hour?30:37 Miami family lifeâgolf, activities, and screen-time balance34:18 Exclusive: Rebrand to Bridgepoint Global Council35:05 Outro & where to connectConnectGuest: Saidin HernĂĄndez â Bridgepoint Global Council (rebrand announced in episode)Host: Stay Tranquilo â subscribe for weekly conversations with founders, leaders, and doers.Support the showđ Like, đ Subscribe, and share with a friendDrop your questions about estate planning & successionâweâll tee up a follow-up Q&A.#assetmanagement #estateplanning #taxplanning #successionplanning #generationalwealth #familyoffice #internationaltax #entrepreneurship #hispanicbusiness #hispanic #familytrust #probate #miamipodcast #aiinlaw Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome back to Cafecito y Croquetas, Miamiâs favorite morning show powered by Stay Tranquilo â Happy Monday & happy start to holiday season!Today weâre diving into BIG Miami news and impactful community stories:đ´ Miami Community & Caribbean SupportHurricane Melissa brought heavy devastation across Jamaica and parts of the Caribbean. With nearly 80% of Jamaica without power and major infrastructure damage, weâre rallying for relief efforts, donation links, and supply drives to help our neighbors.Ways to Support: Red Cross Caribbean + Local Miami drives (links in bio)đ Miami Beach Launches Concrete Coral ProjectThe Magic City just invested $5M in Concrete Coral, an underwater art + reef restoration project:22 reef-sculpture cars placed offshore2,200+ new corals addedGoal: restore marine life & create a diving/snorkel destinationMiami isn't just building skyscrapers â weâre building coral âapartment buildingsâ too đ˘đ đ Miami Startup Boom & Local EntrepreneurshipMiami-Fort Lauderdale ranked #6 nationally in startup deals with $2.3B in funding in 2025.The entrepreneurial movement is alive â from tech to hospitality to creative studios.Thinking of starting something? Miami is the place, and the time is now.đŻđ˛ Main Themes TodayJamaica hurricane relief + how to supportNew Miami underwater coral art reefSouth Florida startup funding surgeWhy Miami is still the capital of hustle, culture, and communityTurning ideas into action in 2026â Hashtags#MiamiNews #MiamiPodcast #CafecitoyCroquetas #StayTranquilo #MiamiStartup #SouthFloridaBusiness #CaribbeanStrong #JamaicaRelief #MiamiBeach #ConcreteCoral #ReefRestoration #MiamiEntrepreneurs #HolidaySeasonMiami #MiamiCommunity Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Miamiâs most haunted places, spooky legends, and true ghost storiesâright in our backyard. In this Halloween special of Cafecito y Croquetas, we explore haunted Miami: the infamous Villa Paula (Little Haiti), the Biltmore Hotel (Coral Gables) and its 13th-floor myth, the historic Miami City Cemetery (1897), plus a nod to the Dering Estate burial mounds. We compare top Halloween candies (Reeseâs vs. Kit Kat vs. Skittles), touch on DĂa de los Muertos traditions, and react live to breaking Miami Dolphins news mid-episode. If you love Miami history, ghost tours, and South Florida cultureâwith cafecito in handâthis oneâs for you.What youâll learn / Why watch:The real history and urban legends behind Villa Paula (coffee aroma, piano music, and the âone-legged womanâ lore)Why the Biltmore Hotel is considered one of the most haunted hotels in Florida (13th-floor superstition, âFatty Walshâ stories)The background of the Miami City Cemetery, including military sections and pioneer gravesA quick look at the Dering Estate and Native burial mounds often mentioned on Miami ghost toursHalloween candy power rankings (yes, we debate Reeseâs supremacy)A quick primer on DĂa de los Muertos and how it differs from HalloweenA live reaction to Miami Dolphins front office news that dropped during recording (we point you to our sports pod for the full breakdown)Who this episode is for:Miami locals, new transplants, travelers planning a Miami ghost tour, fans of Florida haunted history, and anyone who wants Halloween vibes with a South Florida flavor. If youâve searched âhaunted places in Miami,â âBiltmore Hotel ghost,â âVilla Paula Miami,â or âMiami City Cemetery history,â youâre in the right spot.Chapters:00:00 Halloween cold open (costumes & cafecito)01:35 Top 5 trick-or-treat candies (Reeseâs hive unite)06:30 Villa Paula (Little Haiti): legends, coffee + roses, piano10:45 Biltmore Hotel (Coral Gables): 13th floor myth & âFatty Walshâ story13:50 Miami City Cemetery (1897): pioneers & military sections16:40 Dering Estate: burial mounds + preserved grounds18:05 âTequesta curseâ joke at Hard RockâMiami sports pain20:30 Song of the weekend (spooky playlist picks)21:30 Live reaction to Miami Dolphins breaking news â full talk on Tranquilo SportsSupport the show:Subscribe for weekly Miami culture, stories, and interviewsDrop your top 5 Halloween candies in the comments đŤShare your Miami ghost experiences (Villa Paula? Biltmore? City Cemetery?)Watch our sports channel, Tranquilo Sports, for the Dolphins deep diveAbout Cafecito y Croquetas:A South Florida podcast spotlighting Miamiâs culture, people, and placesâserved with cafecito, croquetas, and good vibes. We cover local history, events, food, small business stories, and of course, sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Cafecito y Croquetas, we sit down with Ivan Herrera, Founder & CEO of Univista Insurance, to hear one of the most powerful immigrant success stories in Miami.From escaping communist Cuba and attempting to flee by raft, to working construction on his second day in America, Ivanâs journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and the American Dream. With just $40,000, Ivan and his wife launched Univistaâtoday one of the most recognized insurance brands in Florida.â In this episode, Ivan shares:His emotional journey escaping Cuba and starting over at 23 years oldHow working in construction, car sales, and real estate shaped his entrepreneurial mindsetThe moment he risked it all to start Univista Insurance during the 2008 financial crisisThe importance of faith, family, discipline, and building a legacyPowerful advice for young entrepreneurs and immigrants seeking opportunity in Americađ Whether you're an entrepreneur, immigrant, or someone searching for purposeâthis episode will move you, inspire you, and remind you of the power of hard work and doing good.đ Subscribe for more interviews with founders, innovators, and leaders shaping the future.Stay Tranquilo. Stay Inspired. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Happy Halloween week! Weâre in full costume mode (Power Ranger, Dumb & Dumber vibes and more) and diving into a wild Monday mix: the reported âLouvre heist,â an interstellar object cruising through our solar system, AI/movie rabbit holes, and whether trick-or-treating is falling offâor just evolving into adult bar crawls. Grab your cafecito and letâs get spooky. âđ§ââď¸What we cover:Our Halloween fits + how many costumes is too manyThe âLouvre got robbed?!â theories and museum security hot takesInterstellar object flyby on Halloweenâcool, not catastrophicAI, movies, and whatâs real vs. not on the internetTrick-or-treating today, adult âcandy,â and best costume ideasChapters:0:00 Intro & Halloween fits1:25 âThey robbed the Louvre?â theories5:55 Heist planning, security fails & fallout8:50 Interstellar object flyby (why weâre fine)12:40 Space fears, black holes & Hollywood lore14:45 AI content, deepfakes & what to trust16:45 Trick-or-treating now vs. then + adult version19:45 Best costume ideas weâve seenIf youâre rocking a fire costume, drop it in the comments and weâll feature our favorites in the next episode.Like & subscribe for more Miami culture, laughs, and weekly vibes. 𧥠Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Miami is on đĽ this weekend! From the Jonas Brothers hitting the stage to Latin Music Week taking over the city â weâre breaking down the biggest events, concerts, pop-ups, and nightlife you canât miss.In this episode of Cafecito y Croquetas, we cover:đ¤ Jonas Brothers LIVE in Miami â what to expect & how to get last-minute ticketsđś Latin Music Week highlights and the hottest artists pulling upđ˝ď¸ Exclusive pop-ups, food festivals, and brunch spots buzzing this weekendđ Where the partyâs REALLY at â best clubs, lounges, and hidden gemsâ Local Miami culture & the trends taking over the cityIf youâre looking for whatâs happening right now in Miami, this is your weekend guide. Grab your cafecito and letâs dive in!đ Hit subscribe for weekly episodes on Miami culture, business, sport, entertainment, and everything in between â always con sabor cubano y full tranquilo vibes.đĽ Comment below what event youâre pulling up to! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Todayâs episode is a powerful reminder of purpose, service, and love. We sit down with Raymond Rodriguez (Co-founder of the Live Like BellaÂŽ movement) to share Bellaâs storyâher fight, her joy, and the mission that carries her legacy forward: helping families battling childhood cancer and accelerating research.In this conversation:Bellaâs journey and the moment âLive Like Bellaâ was bornHow a viral tribute (LeBron James & Dwyane Wade) turned into a global movementWhat families actually need during treatmentâand afterThe research push, policy wins, and why speed matters in pediatric cancerPurpose as a daily practice: âLive like Bellaâ in your own lifeChapters00:00 Intro01:05 Raymondâs roots & family story03:40 Bellaâs diagnosis, resilience & lessons10:40 The birth of #LiveLikeBella16:45 What families need: treatment, bills, memorial support24:05 Funding research & building state-level models29:45 The next 5â10 years: from cure to chronic, treatable31:10 Biggest wins & the comprehensive pediatric cancer network33:45 Purpose, service, and living like Bellaâevery dayJoin the mission:Comment below: What does âLive Like Bellaâ inspire you to do this week?If this moved you, please like, subscribe, and shareâit helps more people discover stories that heal and mobilize.#LiveLikeBella #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #Miami #CafecitoYCroquetas #PurposeOverEverything #ChildhoodCancer #CancerResearch #Hope Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
â Whatâs Brewing This Week:A North Miami Beach police officer starts a Domino Club at a local high school to connect cultures and bring students togetherâno phones, just real conversation and tradition.Miami Fashion Week kicks off with major designers, events, and local flair lighting up the city.The EDM scene was booming this weekend at the Three Points Festival.Overtown receives a $175 million development boost to revitalize a historic community.Cooler temperatures in Miami? Believe it or not, fall is in the air!Halloween season has begunâbar crawls, costumes, and Miami nightlife in full swing.A heartfelt tribute at the Nicklaus Childrenâs Hospital Ball celebrates resilience and the strength of our youth.This show is your Monday morning boostâgood news, great vibes, and everything that makes Miami special.Presented by Stay Tranquilo & H&CO.Grab your cafecito, and letâs start the week on the right note.#miami #miaminews #news #cafecito #morningbrew #fashionweek #podcast #monday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
â Cafecito y Croquetas â brought to you by H&CO & Stay Tranquilo đ´Weâre back with your favorite morning cafecito crew talking all things Miami â from this weekâs hottest events like 3 Points Festival and art pop-ups across Wynwood, to the latest in local culture, sports, and everything that makes the 305 vibe unmatched.Join us as we mix good conversation, laughs, and community stories over a cafecito and a fresh croqueta â the Miami way.⨠Presented by:đ H&CO â Business Advisors for Global Entrepreneurs: https://www.hcoadvisors.comđ Stay Tranquilo â Media, Culture & Lifestyle Network: https://www.staytranquilo.comđď¸ Subscribe for weekly episodes diving into Miami culture, business, and lifestyle.đ Stay connected, stay fresh, Stay Tranquilo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On this Cafecito y Croquetas episode, we sit down with Pablo Barreiro, Chairman of FORTEC Modern Real Estateârecently recognized by the South Florida Business Journal for rapid growthâto talk about a mission thatâs bigger than buildings: fixing Americaâs childcare deserts through early-education real estate.Pablo shares how his path from broker (plus a law degree) led to launching a preschool-focused development platform during 2020âand why the team has already delivered 32 schools across 12 states, with a plan to build 70â80 more in the next 36 months. We dig into the economics (why 1.5â2 acres often go to multifamily instead), how adding schools raises the value of surrounding projects, why keeping rents efficient can help temper tuition, and how 30â40 local jobs per school fuel community impact. We also cover teacher pipeline quality, competition improving outcomes, FORTECâs âFor Caresâ philanthropy, and Pabloâs advice for young leaders: operate with urgency, be candid, and solve problems locally.Chapters00:00 Intro & SFBJ recognition02:05 Pabloâs story: broker â developer (+law background)06:20 Why preschools get overlooked in land use08:45 Childcare deserts & affordability (demand vs supply)12:30 Teacher quality, training, and retention15:40 Pairing schools with multifamily & retail18:10 Scaling plan: fund strategy & national rollout21:25 Local partners: GCs, architects, attorneys24:10 Philanthropy: âFor Caresâ and giving materials a second life27:30 Advice to young builders & founders: urgency + candorIf youâre a developer, operator, or city leader exploring early-education projectsâor a parent who cares about access and qualityâthis oneâs for you.đ Subscribe for more conversations at the intersection of community, business, and impact.#realestate #miamirealestate #realestatecompany #miami #growth #entrepreneurship #chairman #business #tedtalk #businesspodcast #developer #childcare #schools Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Miami is buzzing! In this weekâs episode of Cafecito y Croquetas brought to you by Stay Tranquilo & H&CO, weâre diving into all the feel-good news happening around the 305. From Gloria Estefan officially getting a street named after her in Miami (well deserved, queen đ), to Billie Eilish making waves in the Magic City, thereâs plenty to celebrate. Weâll also highlight more positive stories coming out of the Latino community â the kind of uplifting energy your Monday morning cafecito needs â⨠đď¸ Hosted by: The Cafecito y Croquetas crew đ´ Topics: Miami culture, Latino pride, music, and good vibes only đŹ Drop a comment below â what Miami story made your week? #CafecitoyCroquetas #GloriaEstefan #BillieEilish #MiamiNews #LatinoCulture #GoodVibesOnly Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What we cover:⢠Pilates & Lattes at Chase Stadium (Inter Miami): first-of-its-kind co-ed Pilates fest + match day vibes⢠Class lineup: 4:30 PM Spanish Mat w/ Val, a classic flow w/ Steph Katz, and a Pilates Bootcamp w/ Dorian⢠Wellness activations (hydration, sunscreen, photo ops) + post-event game seating together⢠Breaking the stigma: why men should try Pilates/yoga & how it complements strength training⢠Miamiâs booming wellness communityârun clubs, studio pop-ups, and finding like-minded peopleđ Tickets: use code TRANQUILO for $25 offâąď¸ Chapters00:00 Intro (Friday vibes)01:05 Meet Valerie & her Miami teaching circuit03:10 Pilates & Lattes at Inter Miamiâwhat to expect06:25 Co-ed focus & getting more guys involved09:40 Why Pilates is hard (and worth it)12:20 Miami wellness culture & community15:20 Final details + ticket discount#CafecitoyCroquetas #StayTranquilo #MiamiFitness #PilatesAndLattes #InterMiami #WellnessCommunity #PilatesForEveryone #Mindfulness #MiamiEvents Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
From showcasing local success stories to helping the next generation of entrepreneurs, this conversation dives into:đź The inspiration behind the H&CO. x Stay Tranquilo collaborationđ´ How Miamiâs business landscape has transformed since the â80sâ The importance of culture, connection, and cafecito in building relationshipsđĽ Empowering new leaders through storytellingIf youâre passionate about entrepreneurship, community, and all things Miami, this oneâs for you.âąď¸ Chapters00:00 Intro00:50 The partnership vision03:30 Building platforms for Miami entrepreneurs07:45 Lessons from past generations10:20 Helping one person a day12:40 The mission behind Cafecito y Croquetas#CafecitoyCroquetas #StayTranquilo #HCO #MiamiBusiness #Entrepreneurship #MiamiCulture #LatinoLeaders #SouthFlorida Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Good morning, fam! Welcome to the first episode of Cafecito y Croquetasâyour Miami-flavored morning show. Today weâre kicking off with feel-good news and culture:Bad Bunny to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Showâwhat it means for the NFL and the Latino communityFreedom Tower reopens this monthâwhy it matters for Miami and the Cuban diasporaMiami Police Ride: 19 officers biking 260 miles to raise cancer awarenessâhow to supportZach the Baker: trade a haiku for sourdough all OctoberNew openings in Coconut Grove (BBQ boom and a new speakeasy)Plus a teaser for Wednesdayâs guest: Armando HernĂĄndez (Hent Co.)âa creative force shaping Miamiâs scene.âąď¸ Chapters00:00 Intro01:20 Bad Bunny x Super Bowl06:50 Freedom Tower Reopening12:45 Miami Police Ride (Cancer Awareness)14:55 Haikus for Bread â Zach the Baker16:50 New Spots in Coconut Grove18:50 Wrap + Wednesday Teaser (Armando from Hent Co.)đ Support the show⢠Subscribe and hit the bell⢠Comment: Which Bad Bunny song MUST be in the halftime set?⢠Share this with your group chat Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.