🎙️ 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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💼 Guest Links:

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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