🎙️ Good Morning Marco | Charlie Blum: A Life in Entertainment

In this very special episode of Good Morning Marco, hosts Ryan Sullivan and Jordan Kraley sit down with Charlie Blum, a renowned entertainment industry executive with over 40 years of experience in live music, theatre, and television.

From his early start as the youngest major theatre manager in the country to his decades as President & CEO of the Star Plaza Theatre, Charlie has worked with some of the biggest names in show business — Frank Sinatra, Madonna, Garth Brooks, Cher, Jerry Seinfeld, The Grateful Dead, and countless others.

Together, we explore what it takes to build a career behind the curtain — the business of concert promotion, the evolution of Broadway and live entertainment, and Charlie’s transition into artist management and television production.

🎭 In This Episode:

• How Charlie Blum got his start in the entertainment industry

• Stories from decades of promoting concerts and working with music legends

• Behind-the-scenes insight into Broadway, talent buying, and artist management

• The creation of Under the Streetlamp and the PBS series Harmonies 4 Healing

• What the future of live entertainment looks like in the digital age

Whether you love music, theatre, or simply great storytelling, this episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about the world of entertainment and the people who make it all happen.

🎧 Listen on all platforms or watch now on YouTube

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Follow Charlie Blum and learn more about his work in live entertainment and PBS television.

🤝 Special Thanks:

This episode is brought to you by Tyler Buckun of The Gulf Group — your go-to experts for luxury living on Marco Island and beyond. Visit TheGulfGrp.com or call 239-420-1099 to start your search today.

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🦍 Good Morning Marco | Dave Shealy – The Skunk Ape Research Headquarters

In this very special episode of Good Morning Marco, hosts Ryan Sullivan and Jordan Kraley venture deep into the Everglades to meet Dave Shealy, founder of the world-famous Skunk Ape Research Headquarters in Ochopee, Florida.

For over 40 years, Dave has been Florida’s leading voice in the search for the elusive Skunk Ape — the legendary creature said to roam the swamps of the Everglades. From first-hand encounters and trail cam footage to local folklore and media appearances, Dave’s stories blur the line between myth and mystery.

🎙️ In This Episode:

• The origins of the Skunk Ape Research Headquarters

• Dave Shealy’s personal encounters and decades of field research

• The history of the Florida Everglades and its hidden wildlife

• Upcoming events, including Alligator Wrestling on October 4th 🐊

• The balance between local tourism, conservation, and folklore

• How Dave became a global face for one of Florida’s strangest legends

Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or just a fan of weird Florida stories, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. Filmed on location at the legendary Skunk Ape HQ, this one captures the true spirit of South Florida’s wild side.

🌐 Watch now at GoodMorningMarco.com/new

🎥 Special Guest:

Dave Shealy – Founder, Skunk Ape Research Headquarters

📍 Ochopee, Florida | skunkape.info

🤝 Special Thanks to Our Sponsor:

Tyler Buckun of The Gulf Group — your go-to experts for luxury living on Marco Island and beyond. Visit TheGulfGrp.com or call 239-420-1099.

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In this very special episode, Ryan sits down with his dad, longtime Marco Island resident Mike Sullivan, to dive into 40+ years of wild, weird, and heartfelt stories about life on the island. From his move to Marco in 1978 to running a thriving photography business, to square groupers and skunk apes, Mike has seen it all — and he’s here to spill the history (and the tea 🍹).

In This Episode:

• Why Mike moved to Marco in the ’70s (and why he left)

• The real story behind the rise and fall of Resort Photographics

• Wild shark fishing stories, drug drops, and the infamous “square grouper”

• A skunk ape encounter in the Everglades?!

• Growing up Marco: nightlife, fishing spots, and how it all changed

• City politics, police visits, and neighborhood drama

• The Good Old Days vs. Marco today — what’s better, what’s worse

• Rapid-fire questions on food, landmarks, and ghost tours 👻

Whether you’re a Marco native, seasonal visitor, or skunk ape enthusiast, this is one of the most packed and personal episodes yet.

📍 Filmed on location in Mike’s old backyard around the firepit — just like the old days.

🎧 SPONSOR:

Thank you to Tyler Bucken and The Golf Group for supporting this episode. For luxury real estate on Marco Island and beyond, visit thegolfgroup.com or call 239-420-1099.

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👇 Drop a comment with your favorite memory of old Marco or your weirdest local legend. And don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more island stories every week!

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nthony Daffner-Milos — a board-certified Doctor of Physical Therapy and the owner of Concierge PT at Home. 🩺🏡

Anthony shares how his mobile physical therapy practice brings expert, personalized care directly to patients’ homes, offices, pools, and gyms. 🚗💪 With 16+ years of experience in inpatient rehab, outpatient clinics, and specialized training in geriatrics, orthopedics, neurology, and Parkinson’s therapy, he’s redefining what accessible, one-on-one healthcare can look like on Marco Island and beyond.

We talk about:

• Why he left the traditional clinic model to create a more personal, quality-focused service

• The benefits of concierge medicine and physical therapy for patients who can’t — or don’t want to — visit a clinic

• Real stories from his work, from helping clients access the beach again to emergency fall response

• How telehealth is becoming a powerful tool for diagnosis, guidance, and patient empowerment

• His philosophy on patient care: empowering people to treat themselves whenever possible

Anthony’s journey shows that great care isn’t limited to the four walls of a clinic — it’s about meeting people where they are, literally. 🌟

Discussing Marco Island, Naples, the Everglades, and all things 239! 🌴🌊

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🌎 Website: ConciergePTatHome.com

📸 Instagram: @your_concierge_dpt_at_home

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#GoodMorningMarco #MarcoIsland

🎙️ In this very special episode of Good Morning Marco, hosts Ryan Sullivan and Jordan Kraley have the pleasure of diving into the stories, people, and places that make Marco Island and Collier County so unique.

Each week, we sit down with local business owners, city leaders, creatives, and community voices to talk about the past, present, and future of life in the 239. Whether it’s a behind-the-scenes look at a favorite restaurant, an interview with a city council member, or a quirky island tradition—there’s always something new to explore.

🎧 New episodes every Monday on YouTube and all audio platforms!

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📺 Watch the latest: GoodMorningMarco.com/new

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🎯 Sponsored by Tyler Buckun and The Gulf Group

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🎙️ In this very special episode of Good Morning Marco, we have the pleasure of sitting down with artist and speaker Thomas C. Keller to explore something he calls The NeuroCreative Mind—the powerful link between creativity and neuroplasticity.

After a 35-year creative hiatus, Thomas became a professional artist at 45. Now, he shares how tapping into your creativity can help your brain adapt, grow, and stay sharp—especially as we age.

🧠💡 From memory palaces and imagination exercises to the power of failing forward, this episode is a thought-provoking ride through creativity, brain health, and the idea that everyone—not just artists—is wired to create.

🎨 Topics include:

• What neuroplasticity really is—and how creativity fuels it

• Why disrupting your habits can lead to mental breakthroughs

• Thomas’s memory tricks and his take on writer’s block

• The emotional depth behind real human creativity vs AI

• Music and storytelling as tools for reconnecting identity

• Broadening what counts as creativity in everyday life

• A preview of his free workshop at Marco Island Center for the Arts on July 10

We also find out Thomas’s favorite foods, his dream superpower, and what inspires his work as an artist—and as a human.

🛠️ Sponsored by:

Tyler Bucken of The Gulf Group – thegulfgrp.com | Call: 239-420-1099

Sesparo Acting Studio – Christmas in July Theater Camp

🎉 Don’t miss the Good Morning Marco 1-Year Anniversary Party – July 19th!

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🌊 Sea Turtles of Marco Island – Guardians of the Shoreline 🐢

In this special wildlife episode of Good Morning Marco, we dive into the incredible world of sea turtles—those gentle, ancient creatures who grace our beaches each year to nest. 🏖️

We’re joined by local conservation experts to talk about:

• 🐣 The nesting process & what makes Marco a prime turtle spot
• 🚫 How lights, litter, and beach traffic endanger hatchlings
• 🧺 Real stories from rescue efforts and turtle patrols
• 👣 Simple ways YOU can help protect turtle nests and the shoreline

Whether you’re a longtime islander or just visiting, this episode will leave you inspired to do your part for our marine neighbors.

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💛 Let’s protect what makes Marco Island special—for turtles and for us all.

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🎙️ Father’s Day Special – Mighty Fine Roofing Joins the Studio!

In this heartfelt and hilarious Father’s Day episode, the Good Morning Marco team welcomes Rusty Russell and Joseph Roberts of Mighty Fine Roofing! They’re a father-in-law and son-in-law duo building more than just rooftops. 🚧🏠

From launching a family business to navigating the Florida roofing scene (and hurricane season!), Rusty and Joseph share how their shared values of trust, communication, and craftsmanship built the foundation of one of Marco and Naples’ most trusted roofing companies. 💪

We cover everything from first impressions, the challenges of father-in-law/son-in-law dynamics, the real talk behind family dinners turning into board meetings, and their biggest project yet, a $10M roof on Sundrop Court! 🏡🌴

Plus, you’ll find out:

• Why metal roofs are king during storm season 🌪️

• The secret to running a family business without drama

• What it’s like starting a business at just 19 years old 🧠

• And who they’d have lunch with.

Whether you’re into roofs, relationships, or just some good old Marco Island charm: this episode is stacked tighter than a bundle of shingles with laughs, insight, and more.

🎧 Tune in and discover why Mighty Fine Roofing is a legacy in the making.

🛠️ Mighty Fine Roofing

📞 239-944-0063

🌐 MightyFineRoofingMarco.com

🎉 Join the Celebration!

📅 When: Saturday, July 19th, 3 PM – 9 PM

📍 Where: Kava Culture Marco Island, the island’s first, best, and only kava bar!

🎶 Live music, exclusive merch, vendors, and tons of fun!

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🏡 Sponsored by Tyler Bucken and The Gulf Group: thegulfgrp.com | 239-420-1099