The Road Less Traveled

The Road Less Traveled episodes:

• 08.25.2020

  The End of The Road-Five Lessons Learned

  In the final episode of "The Road Less Traveled" Sandro shares his reasons for ending the show and reveals the five lessons he learned as the show's host.

  
• 08.10.2020

  Episode 58-Jennifer Lail

  Abstract artist/painter Jennifer Lail comes on the show to discuss her journey from med school prospect to full time artist. We also discuss dealing with the ebbs and flows of creative careers and how parenthood changes things.

  
• 07.30.2020

  Episode 57-Sunday & Jenna Alexander

  Friends of the show Jenna Alexander, Misty Lake, and Ed Baltzley return to talk about their shared workspace which consists of an art studio and new restaurant called "Sunday." We also discuss the struggles of being a small business owner...

  
• 07.23.2020

  Episode 56-Shruthi & Peter Lapp (Holiday at See)

  A decade ago, the idea of a young couple choosing to live out of their van and travel North and South America would have seemed outlandish. In 2020 it's not only more common, but also romanticized and monetized. In a...

  
• 07.20.2020

  Episode 55-Brett Stenson

  Kaleidoscopic artist/designer/art director/woodworker Brett Stenson joins the show live from Wisconsin (by way of Portland). In this episode he discusses how moving around as a kid shaped his adult life, and he breaks down the importance of seeking inspiration away...

  
• 07.13.2020

  Episode 54-Matthew Allen

  Artistic shape-shifter Matthew Allen joins the show all the way from Costa Mesa. Matt is a skilled illustrator, designer, photographer, and overall human being. He might have never found the path to a career in art had it not been...

  
• 07.06.2020

  Episode 53-John P. Brodie (Hooroo Publications)

  Author, photographer, surfer, and international man of mystery Brodie hops on the pod to discuss the art of thriving in a state of flux and going with your gut.

  
• 06.29.2020

  Episode 52-Gigi Lucas (Surfear Negra)

  It's rare to see Black surfers in the water. It's even more rare to see Black female surfers in the water. Gigi Lucas founded Surfear Negra in an effort to make surfing more accessible to young Black women and plant...

  
• 05.26.2020

  Episode 51-Matt Titone (ITAL/C & Indoek)

  Matt Titone, co-owner of design studio ITAL/C & surf culture bastion Indoek, comes on the pod to discuss overcoming personal tragedy, going to college without a cell phone, switching coasts, and the juxtaposition between financial security and personal fulfillment.

  
• 05.18.2020

  Episode 50-Schuyler Beecroft

  Artist/designer Schuyler Beecroft came on the show to talk about his transformation from Virginia Beach surfer/lacrosse standout to creative mind for some of the most beloved surf shops in California.

  
• 05.14.2020

  Six Feet of Separation-Episode Six

  Greg & Sandro were joined by New York based artist/DJ/designer William Grand for the final episode of SFOS.

  
• 05.11.2020

  Episode 49-Malcom (Malc) Jackson

  Jacksonville native and brilliant photographer Malcom (Malc) Jackson joined me to talk about how sports injuries lead to finding his true passion. We also spoke about representation in art and how he achieves heart and authenticity in his work.

  
• 05.04.2020

  Episode 48-Anna Núñez

  Artist/designer Anna Núñez comes on the pod to discuss how she turned her love of drawing and display art into a career as a designer. Topics also include: the importance and physical AND digital media, reaching out for opportunities, and...

  
• 05.01.2020

  Six Feet of Separation-Episode Five

  Stevan & Sandro were joined by Adaire Currie (Dairing Events), Sarah Henderson (United Way of NEFL), and Gracie Simendinger (BEAM).

  
• 04.27.2020

  Six Feet of Separation-Episode Four

  This week Greg & Sandro were joined by David Cohen of Manifest Distilling and Ben Davis of Intuition Ale Works.

  
• 04.23.2020

  Episode 47-Marcus McDougald (LAFC)

  Marcus McDougald (LAFC VP Creative & Branded Content) joins the show from LA. We chat about live sports in the Corona Virus era, growing up as biracial kids, and how LAFC built a rabid fanbase seemingly overnight.

  
• 04.16.2020

  Six Feet of Separation-Episode Three

  This week's interviews include: Storm Woerner of Xcel Performance, Mike McCann of JaxCo Furniture, and Cara from Blue Jay Listening Room.

  
• 04.13.2020

  Episode 46-Joshua Noom

  Artist/designer Joshua Noom comes on the pod to discuss moving to the states as a teen, turning his passion for art into a career, and finding his voice through freelancing.

  
• 04.09.2020

  Six Feet of Separation-Episode Two

  This week Greg and I interviewed Matt Shaw (Void Mag), Vic Micolucci (News 4 Jax), and Daniel Terry (Volcom).

  
• 04.02.2020

  Six Feet of Separation-Episode One

  Introducing a new mini series in collaboration with Hotel Palms. The goal of this new show is to shed light on the effects of COVID-19 on our local community. This episode includes four short interviews with various small business owners....

  
• 03.31.2020

  Episode 45-Strangerwolf

  Strangerwolf gives us the inside scoop on their wonderful new EP "Giants in the Night."

  
• 03.30.2020

  Episode 44-Dustin Harewood

  Artist/educator Dustin Harewood comes on the pod to discuss how he turned his childhood love for comic books into a career in art. We also chat about inclusivity, the state of the creative community in Jax, and why talent alone...

  
• 03.23.2020

  Episode 43-DJ Javier

  Artist, designer, muralist, and good human DJ Javier joins the show from his home in Santa Barbara, CA. We talked about art as a career, the importance of the hustle, and learning to embrace your culture.

  
• 03.18.2020

  Episode 42-Dean Winter and The Heat

  Dean & Jack from Dean Winter and The Heat dig into their new country EP "Pay Dirt."

  
• 02.25.2020

  Episode 41-Trenton "Tarpits" Phillips

  I sat down with local surf denizen/man of mystery Trenton "Tarpits" Phillips for a wide ranging interview. We talked about surfing, art, a cat named Cheeseburgers, and a (friendly) ju-jitsu sparring invitation for Kelly Slater.

  
• 01.15.2020

  Episode 40-Austin Ellis (Threat Supply)

  Austin Ellis (art director at Shepherd/ owner of Threat Supply) tells us about his unconventional path to a career in design and how a side project turned into an adventure.

  
• 12.18.2019

  Episode 39-L P T

  Josué Cruz and Ángel García of L P T come on the pod to talk about their upcoming LP "Sin Parar" and their efforts to bring salsa music to the masses.

  
• 12.10.2019

  Episode 38-Upland Clothing Co.

  Jesse Ferrel from Upland comes on the pod to tell us how skating helped him through tough times growing up and inspired him to start his own clothing company.

  
• 11.06.2019

  Episode 37-Reve Brewing

  Eric Luman of Reve (pronounced Rev) Brewing comes on the pod to tell us how he turned a scientific education and entry level brewery job into a lifelong passion. We also discuss the benefits of letting your off-the-wall ideas roam...

  
• 10.23.2019

  Episode 36-Imagine Fine Art Printing

  Kelly Conway of Imagine Fine Art Printing comes on the show to tell us about growing up surfing in St. Augustine, traveling the globe with his camera, and rediscovering his hometown.

  
• 10.14.2019

  Episode 35-Brewhound Dog Park + Bar

  Lauren & Jason from BrewHound tell us how their winding paths crossed, why they left their day jobs to find their own way, and how they made their dog park happen.

  
• 10.07.2019

  Episode 34-Lucas Beaufort (Live at Hotel Palms)

  World-renowned artist, muralist, and purveyor of stoke Lucas Beaufort sat down for an interview (taped live at Hotel Palms). We talked about the communal beauty of murals, growing up as a skater in France, and the importance of believing in...

  
• 09.19.2019

  Episode 33-Cody Thompson

  Cody Thompson tells us about the ups and downs of pro surfing and how he found an unexpected new passion along the way.

  
• 08.19.2019

  Episode 32-Sprout Kitchen

  Forrest Masters of Sprout Kitchen comes on the pod to talk about how food saved her health and started her on a lifelong adventure. We also talk about her new brick and mortar spot in downtown St. Augustine.

  
• 07.03.2019

  Episode 31-Devon VonBalson & SolaFide

  Drummer extraordinaire Devon VonBalson comes on the pod to tell us about touring the country with Johnnyswim right out of high school. We were also joined by his very talented bandmates (SolaFide) to talk about their origin story and what...

  
• 06.26.2019

  Episode 30-Show Pigeon Coffee

  Jamie Rice of Show Pigeon Coffee stopped by the pod to tell us about her long term relationship with coffee and how she parlayed that love into an eclectic coffee experience.

  
• 06.12.2019

  Episode 29-Nicholas Edward Williams

  Singer/songwriter Nicholas Edward Williams stops by to talk about his new album "As I Go Ramblin' Around" out June 23rd.

  
• 05.28.2019

  Episode 28-Inguz

  Cara & Alex come on the pod to talk about the past, present, and future of their Jax Beach boutique Inguz. The shop features breezy threads, a west coast vibe, and a laid back coffee bar.

  
• 05.13.2019

  Episode 27-The Bullet

  Ed and Misty from The Bullet (a vintage Airstream turned Food Truck) tell us about how food lead them on adventures, brought them together as a couple, and became their profession.

  
• 04.29.2019

  Episode 26-Grumpshine Candles

  Jessie & Jon of Grumpshine Candles tell us how their unique adolescent experiences and mutual love of scents coalesced into a beloved local candle company.

  
• 04.08.2019

  Episode 25-Edge & Lines

  Julie & Greg Schwartzenberger (also of Hotel Palms) return to the pod to talk about Edge & Lines, the interior design company they run together. In this episode we talk about how they became a family unit, and how mutual...

  
• 03.25.2019

  Episode 24-Future Friends Co.

  Danielle Brodersen and Katie Provenza of Future Friends Co. (formerly Spacecamp Co.) come on to talk about how they got their start in design, and how a team of six people bands together to make all the radness happen.

  
• 03.18.2019

  Episode 23-The Green Episode

  Allison Shirley (Clean Your 904), Tiffany Bess (Apple Rabbit Compost), and Ian Guthrie (Drifters) sit down to talk about how their businesses are making a positive green impact in Northeast Florida. Zack Burnett also drops in to tell us how...

  
• 02.25.2019

  Episode 22- JP and Mariah Salvat (Southern Roots, Cultivate, Pacos Coffee, LPT)

  JP & Mariah tell us how their two very different paths converged in Jacksonville, and how they used their unique experiences to make the city their own.

  
• 02.11.2019

  Episode 21-Manifest Distilling

  Dave Cohen of Manifest Distilling tells us about growing up as an actor, and how his time on the West Coast inspired a new career path upon returning home.

  
• 02.04.2019

  Episode 20- Mangrove Surf Shop

  Dustin and Lauren Estes of Mangrove Surf Shop, Tribe Apothecary, and St. Augustine Surf School come on the pod to talk about the benefits of following your passions and taking life as it comes.

  
• 01.14.2019

  Episode 19- Mock Shop Music Exchange

  Jack Mock of Mock Shop comes on the pod to talk about his love of music, the joy of being in bands, and what it's like to own a brick and mortar music shop in the digital age.

  
• 12.04.2018

  Episode 18-The Kookaburra Coffee

  Megan and Spencer from The Kookaburra Coffee sat down to tell us how they turned a small two person into a St. Augustine mainstay. We also talk about their fascinating roots (Colorado, Alaska, and Australia) and what the future holds...

  
• 11.16.2018

  Episode 17- Jenna Alexander Part 3

  Jenna comes back on the pod to discuss her new empowering series called "Stripes and Buns".

  
• 10.26.2018

  Episode 16-Dusty Nomad (Amanda Gibson Hosts)

  The roles are reversed as Amanda Gibson makes her hosting debut! She sits down with Sandro to talk about starting Dusty Nomad amid hardships and the motivation behind starting a podcast.