It's All Fine And Danjee

Last week, we started our honeymoon! This week, we wrapped it up and came back home! Let's recap, talk about some awesome things to do and small businesses to support in Asheville & Hendersonville NC! Next week, we're back to normal with more amazing local guests!  LINKS: Biltmore https://www.biltmore.com/   Coffee & Hike https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/712530   Cedar Mountain Cafe https://www.cedarmountaincafe.com   Shoji Spa & Retreat https://shojispa.com   (Other "must do's" in North Carolina) https://www.fineanddanjee.com/must-do-in-north-carolina

This (past) week, we got married! We also helped support local businesses on our wedding weekend (in Central Florida) and on our honeymoon (in North Carolina)! Check out all these awesome things to do and places to go, in both locations. Also, we recorded this one from atop the Blue Ridge Mountains. Elevation 3,350 ft.  LINKS:  The Historic Edgewater Hotel https://www.historicedgewater.com/   Crooked Can  https://crookedcan.com/   The Attic Door http://www.wgattic.com/   Market to Table  https://www.market2table.com/   Sara Kearney Photography  http://sarakearneyphotography.com/   Chef’s Table  https://www.chefstableattheedgewater.com/   Copper Crown https://coppercrownavl.com/   In Blue Handmade https://inbluehandmade.com/   Battery Park Book Exchange  http://batteryparkbookexchange.com/   Asheville Pinball Museum  https://pinball.ashevillepinball.com/   Wicked Weed Brewing Pub https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/   Navitat Canopy Adventures https://navitat.com/asheville-nc/

This week, we chat with Shanti Pierce. She's the owner and founder of Bamboo Leaf Tea, here in Orlando! Did you know that bamboo has loads of medicinal benefits? It's good for animals too! Shanti schools us on everything related to bamboo, and tells us all about her bamboo tea business too! Check it out! Also, if you're listening to this on May 24th 2021, we got married yesterday! LINKS: Bamboo Leaf Tea - Website https://bambooleaftea.com   Bamboo Leaf Tea- Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/bambooleaftea/   Bamboo Leaf Tea - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bambooleaftea/   Bamboo Life - Website  http://bamboolife.co   American Bamboo Society  https://bamboo.org   King Grove Organic Farm https://trucktour.kinggrove.com/pages/how-it-works-2   Rails-To-Trails Interview http://bit.ly/fine-and-danjee-rails-to-trails   Fine and Danjee YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YONPBmZKzaE

We've been wanting to do this one for a while! This week, we sit down with the owner of The Chef's Table (as well as The Tasting Room and The Attic Door) in Winter Garden! You've likely heard us going on and on... about just how amazing this restaurant is, and if you've not yet experienced it, you are truly missing out! Laurie tells us all about how this amazing place came to be, while also giving us a "peak behind the curtain", to see how it all comes together! It's no wonder they've won so many awards!  Links below:  Chef’s Table - Website https://www.chefstableattheedgewater.com   Chef’s Table - Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/WinterGardenChefsTable   Chef’s Table - Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/chefstable_tastingroom/   The Attic Door - Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/theatticdoorlive   The Historic Edgewater Hotel https://www.historicedgewater.com   Garden Theatre https://www.gardentheatre.org   Interview with Edgewater Hotel http://bit.ly/fine-and-danjee-Edgewater-Hotel

~ We had a last-minute cancellation for our guest this week, so… This morning, we decided to interview our moms instead. What we didn’t expect was how heartfelt these would be ...or that all three would make us teary-eyed. If you ever get the chance to ask your mom questions like this, we highly recommend it. Happy Mother’s Day! Links below:   The Attic Door - Website https://www.theatticdoorlive.com/afternoon-tea-room   KitchenKillaz - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kitchenkillaz   Fine and Danjee - YouTube Bit.ly/YouTube-fineanddanjee

We've been wanting to do this interview for a while! The Historic Edgewater Hotel is one of our favorite places to stay in Central Florida! This week, we sat down with Alicia Wilder, manger of the hotel. She tells us all about the history of the place (some really cool stuff here), and how they now partner up with other small/local businesses! Also, we sat on Abraham Lincoln's couch!  Links below:    The Historic Edgewater Hotel - Website https://www.historicedgewater.com   The Historic Edgewater Hotel - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/historicedgewaterhotel/   The Historic Edgewater Hotel - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/historicedgewater/   The Chef’s Table https://www.chefstableattheedgewater.com   Garden Theatre https://www.gardentheatre.org   Plant Street Market https://crookedcan.com/plant-st-market/   Winter Garden Farmers Market https://www.wintergardenfarmersmarket.com   Wheel Works - Bike Rentals https://www.wgwheelworks.com/articles/rentals-pg90.htm   Fine and Danj

This week, we met with Ganon Stokes and Brittany Brosnac from Old Kinderhook Glass in Apopka! Old Kinderhook Glass is a local glass blowing shop that offers a unique experience in learning how to blow glass. We can't wait to go there and make something cool!  Links: Old Kinderhook Glass - Website http://www.oldkinderhookglass.com   Old Kinderhook Glass - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/oldkinderhookglass   Old Kinderhook Glass - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/oldkinderhookglass/   Old Kinderhook Firetruck 5ADAE78F-2349-47EB-8808-E998AF7975FD-2048x1536.jpeg   Light the Night https://pages.lls.org/ltn/ncfl/Orlando21/OldKinderhookGlass   King Grove Organic Farm https://fineanddanjee.podbean.com/e/episode-51-king-grove-organic-blueberry-farm-special-guests-hugh-and-lisa-kent/   Fine and Danjee YouTube Channel Bit.ly/YouTube-fineanddanjee

Did you know that we have an amazing all-female DJ company, right here in town? This week, we chat with Kristin Wilson, founder of 'Our DJ Rocks!'. She tells us how her vision for an all-female DJ company became reality. We also chat about their services, and where they are going next! (Oh ...and their online review are through-the-roof!) LINKS: -Our DJ Rocks - Website https://ourdjrocks.com   -Our DJ Rocks - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OurDjRocks/   -Our DJ Rocks - Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/ourdjrocks/?hl=en   -WinnStyles https://wynnstyles.myshopify.com   -Swag and Repeat (Podcast) https://apple.co/3mXnxlj   -Comic Controllers https://www.comiccontrollers.com

This week, we sit down with Karen Whiting! She tells us all about her brand new book 'Growing A Mother's Heart'. Inspirational stories of moms, both past and present!  Links: Karen Whiting Website https://karenwhiting.com   ‘Growing A Mother’s Heart’ at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Mothers-Heart-Karen-Whiting/dp/1617155608   Family recreates Disney ride at home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dEO88xU8bs   Fine and Danjee Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxeqZrlMudaou8mF1dGfKOA   Daniel Fox Books https://www.danielfoxbooks.com

It's a tough topic, but organizations like this NEED all of us to talk about it, to help raise awareness. Aiden's Army is a non-profit organization, raising money for pediatric cancer research. They also provide care bags for kids battling cancer (or other long term illnesses). Erica Schneider, founder of Aiden's Army, tells us about her personal experience with childhood cancer, and what we can all do to help!  Aiden’s Army - Website http://www.aidensarmypca.com/home.html   Aiden’s Army - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aidensarmypca/?ref=page_internal   46 Mommas Shave for the Brave https://www.facebook.com/46Mommas   St. Baldrick’s Foundation https://www.stbaldricks.org/why-we-exist   CureFest https://www.curefestusa.org   Neuroblastoma Facts http://www.aidensarmypca.com/neuroblastoma-facts.html   Fine & Danjee - YouTube Channel https://www.youtube-fineanddanjee

Did you know that Apopka has a place specifically made for unwinding and letting your creativity flow? Neither did we!! Betsy Owens tells us all about 'The Artisan Loft'! It's located right in downtown Apopka! Whether you're looking to paint something yourself or take a date and have some wine, this is the place!! Grand Opening is on April 10th and 11th!  -The Artisan Loft - Website -The Artisan Loft - Facebook -Dave's House/non-profit -New Hope for Kids/non-profit -Apopka Art & Foliage Festival

Elemental Form is a local small business, creating high-end art pieces out of various materials. Some of their recent work includes custom made wooden signs with a twist! Tune in to find out more about this unique company, and how they are just getting started!  -Elemental Form - Facebook -Elemental Form - Instagram -Contact Elemental Form at elementalformllc@gmail.com   -Trader Mae's- A Unique Place to Shop

Today, we celebrate 100 Episodes! Listen in, as previous guests call in to say hi and congrats on the 100 shows! We've met so many amazing people over the past 100 shows, and we simply cannot thank our listeners and guests enough for continuing to support us! We love you guys!! Also, we finally cracked open that bottle of wine! 

This week, we've had to "pivot" a bit due to a covid-related guest scheduling issue (everyone is fine, just following protocols). In the meantime, we get a chance to tell you all about our BIG show plans kicking off after 100th episode!  -Our YouTube Channel -Wekiva Island - Local Hot Spot! -Tornatore's Italian Market -Coffee Shop of Horrors -Jeff Whitfield-Local Musician -Kitchen Killaz-Touring Acoustic Duo -Daniel Fox Books-Thrillers with a Twist

This week, we speak with our second ever international guest, Dean Rinaldi! Dean is a ghostwriter, author, and mentor... and he joins us all the way from Turkey! Listen in as he tells us all about his journey to become a writer, his passion for writing, and how he's created a successful business from all of this!   -Dean Rinaldi - Website -Dean Rinaldi - Facebook -Dean Rinaldi - YouTube -S. Clark Kray Episode #64 -Lil' Bit of Life Urban Farm -Tornatore's Italian Market -Wekiva Paint Out

Our first international guest!! Best selling author, Jayne Gooding joins us this week from Turkey! Jayne is the author of the series 'The Thick Blue Line' and her latest novel, 'The Climb' releases this week! Listen in as she tells us about her 30 years in the police force, being one of the first women to join when equal pay act came into play. The British police force now encourages new recruits, as part of their training program, to read her books. She is an inspiration and a true Super Woman!  -Jayne Gooding - Facebook -Jayne Gooding - Good Reads -Jayne Gooding - Lulu -The Climb by Jayne Gooding -Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center -Turkish Gulet Cruises -The Wekiva Paint Out  

This week, we sat down with local musician, Jeff Whitfield. Jeff tells us all about how he first got inspired to perform, and how his love of music has long since turned into a full-time career! Also, he plays a song LIVE on the show! Listen in to find out more, and to learn where you can hear him perform next!  -Jeff Whitfield - Website -Jeff Whitfield - Facebook -Jeff Whitfield - SoundCloud -Jeff Whitfield - YouTube -Defenders of Daisies - Facebook -Ruby Street Grille - Website -The Wekiva Paint Out -Love Your Shorts Film Festival

Are you ready to learn some interesting and useful information? Well, you're in luck! We finally caught up with The HR Lady, Wendy Sellers! Wendy is an HR expert, Author, Consultant and Public Speaker. This week, she tells us all about the importance of being a good manager, the illusion of communication and just how important real leadership skills are (spoiler: they're critical for success). She also tells us about her book, Suck It Up Buttercup. Check it out!  -Wendy Sellers - LinkedIn -The HR Lady website -The HR Lady - Facebook -The HR Lady - Instagram -The HR Lady - YouTube -Wendy Sellers’ book: Suck It Up Buttercup -DISC personality scale assessment  -WynnStyles in Apopka -O-Town Compost -Look No Moore BBQ Rub  

This week, we chat with Teri Siciliano about the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center in Sanford, Florida. Live shows, old movies, film festivals, etc... They've got it all! Listen in to find out more!  -Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center -Movies at the Ritz Theater -Love Your Shorts Film Festival -Ted Torres (Elvis) -Penguin Point Productions (Costumes) -Embellish FX (Costumes, Makeup, etc…) -The Downtowners (Orlando) -Wekiva Island -Wekiwa Springs State Park (Camping Options)

This week, we get to talk about one of our favorite things, the bike trails! We sat down (virtually) with Ken Bryan, Florida State Director of the Rails-To-Trails Conservancy. Did you know that the paved bike trails are mostly made where the old railroad tracks used to be? Ken tells us all about the trails, the Conservancy, and how you can find the very best bike (and walking) trails, no matter where you are. Check it out!    -Rails To Trails Conservancy -Donate to Rails-To-Trails -TrailLink: Find The Best Trails -FL Greenways & Trails System Plan & Maps -Van Fleet Trail -Sideways Farm and Brewery, NC -Swamp Rabbit Trail. NC