Welcome to Key West – Paradise USA As you enter the island of Key West, these words are the first thing you see in big bold letters on the famed ‘Welcome to Key West’ sign. Whether it be the incredible sunrises or sunsets (we get both here), the charming Conch houses hidden around every turn, the chickens running wild, the flat ocean for miles or the island feel, it’s really the people that make Key West what it is. If you have ever wondered what people do around here or wanted to know the story behind a restaurant, bar or local business, this is exactly why we started the Backyards of Key West Podcast. We are going to take you behind the scenes, so we can bring you the stories behind what makes Key West so magical, and how they juggle business life with Island life. So sit back and relax and enjoy the chill vibes!
In today's episode, Mark Baratto sits down with professional hairstylist and makeup artist, Julie Hill. We talk about how she got started and how she ...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down the creator of Key West MONOPOLY, Casey Arnold. We talk about how a road trip during COVID gave him the inspir...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with two amazing singer-songwriters; Kylie Sackley and Anthony Smith. This was a favorite episode for me beca...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Chris Massicotte and Jamie Mattingly, the co-founders of Duval Street Media. We talk about how they met, ...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter Shelly Fairchild. We talk about how her career began, how leaving her label for another...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Co-Owner of Key West Finest, Amber DeBevec. We talk about her business, how it got started, and how her c...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Singer-Songwriter Kyle Coulahan. We talk about how he decided to leave the game of football as an NFL hop...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Maya and Vasil, the owners and operators of The Koffie House. We talk about how they got started, all the...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with owner and GM John Hadfield, of local water sports store, Sea Key West. We talk about how he got started i...
In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with concierge expert and podcast host, Kelly Hopkins. We talk about her love for Key West, how she makes all ...