Talkin' St Pete

Ryan Bogden
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Welcome to Talkin St Pete, a podcast all about the vibrant city of St. Petersburg, Florida. On each episode, we sit down with interesting people who call St Pete home, including business owners, artists, city officials, and more. We explore what makes St Pete such a special place to live, work, and play and discover all the unique and exciting things this city has to offer. From its rich cultural history to its thriving arts scene and bustling local economy, Talkin' St Pete is the perfect show for anyone looking to learn more about this amazing place and the people who call it home.

  1. 8 Jul

    Kevin Batdorf | Why He's Running for St. Pete Mayor and the Issues Shaping the City's Future

    What are the biggest challenges facing St. Petersburg, Florida? In Episode 103 of Talkin' St. Pete, Ryan Bogden sits down with Kevin Batdorf, a St. Pete native, local businessman, community leader, and candidate running for Mayor of St. Petersburg, for an in-depth conversation about the future of the city. Kevin shares why he decided to run for mayor, discusses the biggest issues facing St. Petersburg, and explains how he believes the city can continue to grow while improving infrastructure, creating jobs, supporting homeownership, and preparing for future storms. The conversation covers many of the topics residents are talking about today, including the Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment, Tropicana Field, the Tampa Bay Rays, housing affordability, hurricane recovery, city leadership, neighborhood preservation, economic development, and public safety. If you live in St. Pete, own a business, recently moved to the area, or simply care about where the city is headed, this episode offers an opportunity to hear directly from one of the candidates running to become St. Petersburg's next mayor. In this episode, Ryan and Kevin discuss: • Why Kevin decided to run for Mayor of St. Petersburg. • The future of the Historic Gas Plant District and the Tropicana Field site. • Housing affordability, homeownership, workforce housing, and creating opportunities for long-term growth. • The Tampa Bay Rays and their impact on downtown St. Pete. • Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton recovery efforts, infrastructure, and emergency preparedness. • City budgets, permitting, leadership, and improving how local government operates. • Albert Whitted Airport, neighborhood character, and preserving what makes St. Pete unique. • Youth mentorship, workforce development, financial literacy, and public safety. Our goal is to bring meaningful conversations to the community by sitting down with local business owners, entrepreneurs, artists, nonprofit leaders, and the people helping shape St. Petersburg. Hearing directly from the people involved gives our community the opportunity to better understand the ideas, challenges, and conversations happening across the city. If you enjoy learning more about St. Pete, the people behind local businesses, and the conversations shaping our community, subscribe for new episodes every week. What are your thoughts after watching this conversation? We'd love to hear them in the comments. ➜ Follow Kevin Batdorf on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevin_batdorf/ ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #TalkinStPete #KevinBatdorf #StPeteMayor #StPetersburgFL #HistoricGasPlantDistrict #TropicanaField #StPete #Housing #LocalGovernment #DowntownStPete

  2. 18 Jun

    Jake & Sydney Newsome | How The Burg Nutrition Grew Into a St. Pete Health & Wellness Community

    What happens when a therapist and a chemical engineer quit their careers, move across the country, and bet everything on a business in a city where they don't know a single person? In Episode 102 of Talkin' St. Pete, Ryan Bogden sits down with Jake and Sydney Newsome, owners of The Burg Nutrition and St. Pete Nutrition Bar, to talk about their journey from Mississippi to St. Petersburg and how they built two thriving nutrition bars in less than a year. Jake and Sydney share how they left careers in clinical mental health and engineering to pursue entrepreneurship, why they chose St. Pete, and how the city's welcoming business community helped them grow faster than they ever imagined. What started as a protein shake and energy tea shop quickly became something much bigger. Today, The Burg Nutrition has become a community gathering place where people come not only for healthy drinks, but also for conversation, connection, and a sense of belonging. Throughout the conversation, Jake and Sydney explain why they believe human interaction matters more than ever, how they built a culture focused on relationships, and why they train their team to remember customers by name rather than treat them like transactions. The conversation also covers: - Leaving traditional careers to start a business from scratch - Moving from Mississippi to St. Pete without knowing anyone - Opening two nutrition bars within months of each other - The growth of St. Pete's fitness and wellness community - Building relationships with customers and creating community - Why human connection still matters in a technology-driven world - Managing employees, leadership, and rapid business growth - The challenges of operating multiple locations - Collaborating with local gyms, fitness studios, and small businesses - The importance of hiring for personality and customer service - Authenticity on social media and building a local brand - The future growth of St. Pete and preserving the city's character - Entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and betting on yourself Jake and Sydney also share the story behind some of The Burg Nutrition's most popular menu items, including the Butterfinger, Captain America, Vanilla Elvis, Frog Spit, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch protein shakes, along with how customers can customize drinks with protein, collagen, electrolytes, creatine, BCAAs, and clean caffeine. One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is the impact St. Pete's entrepreneurial community has had on their success. From local business owners offering guidance to fitness studios opening doors for partnerships, Jake and Sydney explain why collaboration, not competition, has helped them build strong relationships throughout the city. The episode also offers valuable insights for anyone thinking about starting a business, making a major life change, or moving to St. Pete. Their story is a reminder that sometimes the biggest opportunities happen when you're willing to leave your comfort zone and take a chance on something new. If you're interested in entrepreneurship, health and wellness, small business growth, fitness, leadership, or learning more about the people helping shape St. Petersburg, Florida, this is a conversation worth watching. 🎙️ Real conversations with people shaping St. Pete. ➜ Follow The Burg Nutrition on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theburgnutrition/ ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #TalkinStPete #StPete #StPetersburgFL #DowntownStPete #StPeteLocal #StPeteSmallBusiness #SupportLocalStPete

  3. 10 Jun

    Erica Holland | How Roaming Petal Turned Flowers Into a Creative St. Pete Experience

    Flowers changed Erica Holland's life. Now she's helping bring that experience to people across St. Pete. In Episode 101 of Talkin' St. Pete, Ryan Bogden sits down with Erica Holland, owner of Roaming Petal, to talk about the journey that took her from graphic design and international travel to building one of St. Petersburg's most unique creative businesses. Erica shares how a trip to Bali introduced her to a culture where flowers are part of everyday life. That experience changed the way she viewed flowers and inspired an idea that would eventually become Roaming Petal. What started as a flower workshop business operating out of an apartment and garage has grown into a storefront, workshop space, and community gathering place in St. Pete. Today, Roaming Petal hosts private events, corporate workshops, public classes, and creative experiences designed to help people step away from their screens and spend time creating something with their hands. Throughout the conversation, Erica explains why her mission was never to train professional florists. Instead, she wanted to make flower arranging approachable for everyday people who want to learn a new skill, spend time with friends, celebrate a special occasion, or simply try something different. The conversation also covers: - How Bali inspired the creation of Roaming Petal - Starting a business in St. Pete from the ground up - Growing from an apartment to a dedicated storefront - Mobile flower workshops across St. Petersburg - Private events, corporate workshops, and public classes - Why creativity and hands-on experiences matter - How flowers can help people slow down and be present - Creating a flower dress for Art in Bloom at the Museum of Fine Arts - Tips for keeping flowers fresh longer - Common mistakes people make when caring for flowers - The surprising statistic about men receiving flowers - Working with Ronald McDonald House and the Children's Cancer Center - The role St. Pete's business community played in Roaming Petal's growth One of the most memorable parts of the conversation is Erica's story about bringing flowers to families staying at Ronald McDonald House and hosting workshops for mothers at the Children's Cancer Center. Those experiences reinforced her belief that flowers can do more than decorate a room. They can create moments of connection, comfort, and joy during difficult times. Erica also shares practical flower care tips, lessons learned from building a business, and why St. Pete's collaborative community helped Roaming Petal grow into what it is today. If you're interested in local businesses, entrepreneurship, creativity, wellness, or discovering unique experiences around St. Pete, this is a conversation worth watching. 🎙️ Real conversations with people shaping St. Pete. ➜ Follow The Roaming Petal on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theroamingpetal/ ➜ Book a private workshop: https://trppetaltribe.mykajabi.com/ ➜ The Roaming Petal Website: https://www.theroamingpetal.com/ ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #TalkinStPete #StPete #StPetersburgFL #DowntownStPete #StPeteLocal #StPeteSmallBusiness #SupportLocalStPete #RoamingPetalhttps://www.instagram.com/theroamingpetal/

  4. 3 Jun

    The Mayor of St Pete | Ken Welch on The Rays, Hurricanes, Housing, and What Comes Next

    What does the future of St. Pete really look like? In Episode 100 of Talkin’ St. Pete, Ryan Bogden sits down with Mayor Ken Welch for one of the biggest conversations we’ve had on the show so far. From the future of the Rays and Tropicana Field to the Historic Gas Plant District, affordable housing, hurricane recovery, infrastructure, transportation, and local business growth, this episode covers a lot of the topics people around St. Pete have been talking about lately. Mayor Welch talks about the city’s partnership with Pinellas County, the $300 million connected to the original Rays deal, why the city decided not to put more money into it, and what the future could look like after 2028. The conversation also goes into the redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District and why he believes the promises tied to that land still matter today, especially when it comes to housing, jobs, and opportunities for the community. The episode also covers: - The future of the Rays in St. Pete - What could happen around Tropicana Field after 2028 - Affordable and workforce housing - Growth happening around Downtown St. Pete - How local businesses are affected by the Rays - A possible convention center in St. Pete - Hurricane Helene and Milton recovery - The Hometown Haulers cleanup program - Moving 2 million cubic yards of debris in 90 days - The proposed $600M SPAR / GO Bond for infrastructure upgrades - Improvements to water systems, drainage, and flooding issues - Transportation plans like the SunRunner and ferry expansion - Keeping the local feel of St. Pete as the city keeps growing Mayor Welch also talks about growing up in St. Pete, seeing how much the city has changed over the years, and the challenge of keeping that balance between growth and preserving what makes the city special in the first place. If you live in St. Pete, own a business here, or just care about where the city is headed, this is one you’ll probably want to watch all the way through. 🎙️ Real conversations with people shaping St. Pete. ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #talkinstpete #stpete #stpetefl #downtownstpete #MayorKenWelch #tampabayrays #gasplantdistrict #edgedistrict #stpetebusiness #localbusiness #stpetepodcast

  5. 14 May

    What Losing The Rays Means For St. Pete | Doug Jackson, Edge District President

    What would St. Pete look like without the Rays? In Episode 99 of Talkin’ St. Pete, Ryan Bogden sits down with Doug Jackson, Founder of Douglas G. Jackson, P.A. and President of the Edge District Business Association, to talk about the growth happening around the Edge District and what losing the Rays could mean for businesses around Downtown St. Pete. Doug talks about how much restaurants, bars, and small businesses around Tropicana Field rely on the traffic and energy the Rays bring into the area, and why so many local business owners care about what happens next. The conversation also covers: - The future of the Rays in St. Pete - The history behind the stadium deals - Why local businesses struggled without baseball traffic - The growth of the Edge District - Development happening across Downtown St. Pete - Keeping the local feel of St. Pete as the city grows - How the Edge District works with developers and business owners - Why community spaces and local events matter so much in St. Pete Doug also shares his story of moving from Colorado to St. Pete, building his law firm here, and getting involved with the Edge District as the city continued to grow. This episode feels like one of those conversations a lot of people around St. Pete are already having right now. 🎙️ Real conversations with people building St. Pete. ➜ Follow Doug Jackson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglas.g.jackson/ ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #talkinstpete #stpete #stpetefl #downtownstpete #tampabayrays #gasplantdistrict #edgedistrict #stpetebusiness #localbusiness #stpetepodcast

  6. 6 May

    Gateway Subs St. Pete | How a Local Sandwich Shop Grew into a St. Pete Favorite | Morgan Zook

    Gateway Subs has become one of St. Pete’s go-to spots for sandwiches, wraps, catering, and coffee. In Episode 98 of Talkin’ St. Pete, Ryan Bogden sits down with Morgan Zook, Founding Member & CMO of Gateway Subs, to talk about how the business grew from 2 locations to 6 across St. Pete, Tampa, and Ellenton while staying focused on quality, community, and supporting other local businesses. This conversation also covers: - How Gateway Subs scaled across Tampa Bay - Why they focus heavily on St. Pete - The growth of their breakfast and business catering - Their collaborations with gyms, yoga studios, comedy venues, and local brands - Creative marketing ideas that helped grow the business - Building a strong team culture across 45–50 employees - Their vision for a future Downtown St. Pete location Morgan also shares how Gateway Subs makes many of their menu items in-house, including specialty subs, wraps, chicken salad, bison meatballs, cookies, cheesecakes, sauces, and more. Plus, Gateway Subs is launching the Talkin’ St. Pete sandwich as their MAY SPECIAL !👀 If you’re a local business owner, entrepreneur, foodie, or someone who loves seeing St. Pete businesses grow, this episode gives a real behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build something people genuinely support. 🎙️ Real conversations with people building real things in St. Pete. ➜ Follow Gateway Subs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gateway.subs/ ➜Gateway Subs Website: https://www.gatewaysubs.com/ ➜Gateway Subs Catering Service: https://www.gatewaysubs.com/catering ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #talkinstpete #gatewaysubs #stpete #stpetefl #stpeteflorida #localbusiness #entrepreneur #stpetebusiness #supportlocal #stpetefood #tampabay #smallbusiness

  7. 22 Apr

    Roche Bobois St. Pete Tower | Luxury Living, 30-Day Rentals & The Future of St. Pete | Mauricio Lan Agami & David Cook III

    There’s a new tower in St. Pete getting a lot of attention… and for good reason. In Episode 97 of Talkin’ St. Pete, host Ryan Bogden sits down with Mauricio Lan Agami (Developer, Valor) and David Cook III (Serhant) to break down Roche Bobois St. Pete Tower, one of the most talked-about projects in downtown St. Pete right now. This isn’t just another place to live. The project brings together design-focused residences, flexible 30-day rental options, and a full lifestyle experience, from a full amenity deck and social spaces to pet-friendly features and an interactive showroom where you can explore the building before it’s even completed. It’s a different approach that opens the door for more people to live, stay, and invest in St. Pete. This conversation goes beyond one project, it’s about the direction St. Pete is moving in. More opportunity. More visibility. More reasons for people to choose this city, while keeping the energy that makes it unique. If you live here, are planning to move here, or just want to understand what’s next for St. Pete… this episode breaks it down. 🎙️ Real conversations with people building real things in St. Pete. ➜ Follow Roche Bobois St. Pete Tower on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbstpetetower/ Roche Bobois St. Pete Tower Website: https://rocheboboistower.com/ ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #talkinstpete #stpete #stpetefl #realbusiness #entrepreneur #localbusiness #luxurylivinginstpete

  8. 16 Apr

    Outcast Brewing Company St. Pete | A St. Pete Brewery Built for People Who Don’t Drink? | Richie Hamm

    Are people in St. Pete starting to choose THC drinks over beer? In Episode 96 of Talkin’ St. Pete, host Ryan Bogden sits down with Richie Hamm, founder of Outcast Brewing Company, to break down what’s actually changing in how people go out, and why it’s affecting breweries across the city. Richie shares what he’s seeing in real time, from alcohol sales dropping $175B (first time since prohibition) to more people leaning into THC drinks and different lifestyle choices. So what do you do in a city full of breweries? Instead of competing on beer, Outcast Brewing Company focused on something else: Why would someone choose to come here? That shift led to building a space that works for more than just beer drinkers, bringing in wine options, events, and a community-driven environment where people actually want to stay. They also get into: - Why people will drive to certain breweries in St. Pete - How businesses are adapting to non-drinkers - What it really looks like running a brewery day-to-day - How rising costs and tariffs affect prices behind the scenes - Richie’s path from tech to pubs to building Outcast Brewing Company If you’ve noticed St. Pete nightlife feeling different lately… this explains why! 🎙️ Real conversations with people building real things in St. Pete. ➜ Follow Outcast Brewing Company on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outcastbrewingcompany/ Outcast Brewing CompanyWebsite: https://www.outcastbrewingcompany.com/ ➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/ ➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q ➜ Interested in being a guest on the show? https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete ➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®. ➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: https://www.bogdenhomes.com #talkinstpete #stpete #stpetefl #realbusiness #entrepreneur #localbusiness

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Welcome to Talkin St Pete, a podcast all about the vibrant city of St. Petersburg, Florida. On each episode, we sit down with interesting people who call St Pete home, including business owners, artists, city officials, and more. We explore what makes St Pete such a special place to live, work, and play and discover all the unique and exciting things this city has to offer. From its rich cultural history to its thriving arts scene and bustling local economy, Talkin' St Pete is the perfect show for anyone looking to learn more about this amazing place and the people who call it home.

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  • Creator
    Ryan Bogden
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ryan Bogden
  • Show Website
    Talkin' St Pete

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