In this episode of Beneath the Surface, host Luke Hannon sits down with Adam Zuccaro, Lieutenant of the St. Lucie County Fire District and President of the St. Lucie County Firefighters Surfers for Autism chapter, for a conversation on service, community, and the healing power of the ocean.

Adam shares his journey from a childhood dream of becoming a firefighter to founding a local Surfers for Autism chapter after his son's diagnosis. From saltwater therapy to the unexpected training value for first responders, this episode explores what it means to build something lasting at the intersection of service and community.

0:00 — Intro0:30 — Adam's Path to the Fire Service5:00 — Discovering Surfers for Autism8:30 — Saltwater Therapy and Inclusion13:00 — The Volunteer Experience17:00 — Training Firefighters Through Service21:30 — Building the St. Lucie County Chapter27:00 — The A&G Partnership32:00 — Stories from the Beach35:30 — Outro

In this episode of Beneath the Surface, host Luke Hannon sits down with Lauren DeAcetis, Director of Sales and Corporate Partnerships for the Florida Operations of the New York Mets, for a conversation on baseball, community, and the unique experience of working in minor league sports.

Lauren shares her journey from Toledo, Ohio to the Treasure Coast, where a leap of faith at the 2012 Winter Meetings led to an internship with the St. Lucie Mets and a career that's spanned over a decade. The discussion explores what makes the Mets' Florida operation unique as one of the few minor league teams owned directly by its major league affiliate, offering both spring training and a full minor league season at Clover Park.

From the evolution of the Hometown Heroes program honoring local veterans to the energy of a new season on the horizon, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build something meaningful at the intersection of sports and community.

0:00 — Intro0:30 — Lauren's Journey to the Mets4:00 — Breaking Into Minor League Baseball7:30 — Spring Training11:30 — Preparing for the Season15:00 — The A&G Partnership17:30 — Hometown Heroes Program23:00 — Community Nights and Nonprofits28:30 — The Impact of Minor League Baseball33:00 — How the Game Has Evolved41:00 — Looking Ahead to the New Season44:30 — Outro

In the second episode of Season 2 of Beneath the Surface, host Luke Hannon sits down with Shannon Glendenning, Director of Development, and Nukhet Hendricks, Executive Director of the Humane Society of St. Lucie County, for a conversation on community, compassion, and the evolving role of animal welfare.

Shannon and Nukhet share their individual paths to the organization and the philosophy driving their work: building lasting partnerships, shifting from reactive to proactive approaches, and creating a space that serves both pets and the people who love them. As the Humane Society celebrates its 70th anniversary, this episode offers a closer look at what it takes to care for a community, one pet at a time.

0:00 — Intro

0:30 — Meeting Shannon and Nukhet

4:30 — Building Community Partnerships

10:30 — The Vision for an Animal Welfare Center

14:00 — A New Cat Building

17:00 — Stories That Define the Mission

22:30 — Shannon's Journey with Animals

25:00 — The Future of the Humane Society

30:00 — Outro

In the Season 2 premiere of Beneath the Surface, host Luke Hannon sits down with Josh Steppling, owner of TreasureCoast.com, for a conversation on community, entrepreneurship, and the stories that define where we live.

Josh shares his journey from Treasure Coast native to digital media entrepreneur, including the serendipitous acquisition of TreasureCoast.com and the vision behind building a platform that now reaches 24 million people annually. A thoughtful exploration of local media, responsible growth, and rediscovering wonder in familiar places, this episode reminds us that the best way to appreciate where we live is to keep learning its story.

0:00 — Intro

0:30 — Josh's Treasure Coast Story

5:15 — Building the TreasureCoast.com Ecosystem

10:30 — From Real Estate to Digital Media

14:00 — The Current Podcast

18:30 — The A&G Partnership

23:00 — Community Over Competition

28:30 — The Future of the Treasure Coast

32:00 — Outro

In the thirteenth episode of Beneath the Surface, Marketing Director and host Luke Hannon sits down with David French, Laurie Boyer, and Travis Leonard from Christmas 4 Kids of St. Lucie County for a heartfelt conversation on service, generosity, and the true spirit of the holiday season.Our guests share how Christmas 4 Kids — established in 2007 through the St. Lucie County Fire District — has grown into a community-wide effort to collect, wrap, and deliver thousands of gifts to local children on Christmas morning. David recounts a defining moment that shaped his perspective: a young boy who, given the choice, prioritized clothes over a new toy — a quiet reminder that need looks different for every child, and that meaningful giving requires truly seeing the families we serve.A moving exploration of compassion, community, and-the power of showing up for one another, this episode reminds us that the magic of Christmas isn't found under the tree — it's found in the hands that deliver it.

In the twelfth episode of Beneath the Surface, Marketing Director and host Luke Hannon sits down with Will Armstead, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County, for a meaningful conversation on leadership, opportunity, and the profound impact of investing in our youth.Will shares how the Boys & Girls Clubs provide more than a safe environment — they create pathways for young people to discover their gifts, build confidence, and grow into the leaders our community will one day rely on. The discussion also highlights the importance of philanthropy and partnership, and how organizations like A&G Concrete Pools work alongside the Club to support the next generation.A thoughtful exploration of service, mentorship, and the future of the Treasure Coast, this episode reminds us that strong communities begin with strong kids — and the people who believe in them.

In the tenth episode of Beneath the Surface, Marketing Director and host Luke Hannon is joined by Michael Moreton, President of Byrd Moreton & Associates, and Tim Sherry, Central & North Florida Sales Representative of Byrd Moreton & Associates, for a wide-ranging discussion on innovation, partnership, and the evolving world of pool heating technology.

Together, Michael and Tim share their personal journeys within the industry, their long-standing relationship with heat pump manufacturer Thermeau, and the developments they’ve witnessed throughout their careers.From technical insights to the human connections that drive the business, this episode offers a deep look into what it means to pair craftsmanship with technology, and how pools may be designed for true year-round comfort.

In the eleventh episode of Beneath the Surface, Marketing Director and host Luke Hannon sits down with Ray Desmangles, Co-Owner of Optimal Planning Group and President & Founder of BraveHeart Inspired, for a thoughtful conversation about purpose, partnership, and the pursuit of both local and global impact.

Ray shares his journey from his first introduction to A&G Concrete Pools and Travis Leonard, to the personal and professional relationships that have grown from it. He also opens up about the creation of BraveHeart Inspired, an organization born from faith, built on service, and driven by the belief that leadership is best measured by the lives it touches. A conversation that moves beyond business, this episode offers a thoughtful look at how purpose can shape both people and organizations alike.

In the ninth episode of Beneath the Surface, Marketing Director and host Luke Hannon sits down with Bob Hochstetter, Vice President of Sales and Co-Owner of Artistry In Mosaics, for a conversation that celebrates craftsmanship, creativity, and legacy in design. Together, Luke and Bob explore the intricate world of mosaic artistry — from the technical precision required in fabrication to the timeless beauty these pieces bring to modern waterscapes. Bob also shares insight into one of Artistry’s most remarkable projects: a restoration for the historic Ringling Museum, where his team was tasked with replicating century-old tile to preserve the original artistry for generations to come.

In the eighth episode of Beneath the Surface, Marketing Director and host Luke Hannon is joined by O’Neil German, Territory Service Manager of Fluidra, and Eric Berger, Territory Sales Manager of Fluidra, for a wide-ranging conversation on innovation, resilience, and the evolving landscape of swimming pool equipment. Together, O’Neil and Eric share how Fluidra adapts to the unique demands of Florida’s climate, the role of technology in shaping client experiences, and how local challenges often spark national improvements in product design. From engineering to education, this episode highlights the collaborative spirit between manufacturers and builders, and how these partnerships help elevate the future of outdoor living, both on the Treasure Coast and beyond.