Lunch with Biggie

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Aug 2026

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a podcast where small business owners and creatives pull up to the table to share their stories, their grind, and what keeps them going. Hosted by Biggie, each episode dives into real conversations about entrepreneurship, creativity, and the journey behind building something from nothing—all served with a side of sandwich talk to keep things fresh and authentic. Edited and produced in Orlando, Florida, Lunch with Biggie is brought to you by the mind behind Deli Fresh Threads, blending culture, community, and hustle into every episode. So grab a seat—lunch is served.

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August 25, 2026Episode 20254 min

Chickadees Craft Sauces- Rudy Javar

My guest this week was Rudy Javar , owner of Chickadees Craft Sauces- who is making Small Batch Craft Sauces that are unique Florida‑Made Condiments . I sat with Biggie with Rudy Javar to talk about turning a home-cooked mojo chicken recipe into an award-winning condiment brand. Rudy shares how COVID, family pressures, farmer markets, and customer feedback shaped the business into a scalable sauce company with 12 national awards.We discuss the origin story, the co-packer grind, the move from markets to online sales, and how Rudy uses content and advertising to keep growing. He also explains why Chickadees is a condiment brand built around flavor, creativity, and family. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small business and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Chickadees Craft Sauces Social: Website - https://chickadeessauces.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/chickadeesscraftsauces/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/chickadeescraftsauces/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@chickadeescraftsauces Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

July 7, 2026Episode 20141 min

Peculiar Pirate- Taylor Land

My guest this week was Taylor Land , owner of Peculiar Pirate- a brand where they take the mantra of living a pirate's life and infuse it into their shirts and goods. I got to talk with Taylor about his childhood love of things related to pirates, nautical, and beach, and how it became a clothing brand. We discussed the evolution and growth of the brand, and about taking away the perimeters and perfection, and letting him be creative without bounds. I have enjoyed seeing the growth of Peculiar Pirate and was great talking with him on what’s next he is trying to do to grown his brand. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small businesses and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Peculiar Pirate Social: Website - https://peculiarpirate.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/peculiarpirate/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/peculiarpirate/ Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

June 30, 2026Episode 20045 min

Jeff's Bagel Run - Jeff Perera

My guest this week was Jeff Perera , co-owner of Jeff’s Bagel Run - a scratch bagel bakery (boiled and baked fresh) with house whipped cream cheese and delicious craft coffee for our 200th episode. Jeff has been on the show before (check out his episode in 2021), opening his 1st location, and now they are at 35 locations across the US with over 120 more in development. Jeff and I spoke about everything from how the heck Jeff’s Bagel Run exploded to so many locations to if the definition of success has changed now to when they 1st started making bagels in his kitchen. We touch base about growth and what they look for in expansion and franchising. Was great catching up with Jeff and hearing and discussing the evolution of his business. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small businesses and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Jeff’s Bagel Run Social: Website - https://jeffsbagelrun.com/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/jeffsbagelrun Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/jeffsbagelrun/ Jeff’s Personal IG- https://www.instagram.com/jeff.perera/ Podcast- https://open.spotify.com/show/3RN1T1HGnv2sJTZvChoWVu?si=f70ac1c708f84663 Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

June 23, 2026Episode 1991 hr 15 min

Carol Maloney Scott

My guest this week was Carol Maloney Scott , wan author who loves to create stories that are hilarious and romantic, filled with quirky unforgettable characters, and has written over 14 books. I spoke with Carol- about where she got her love for books and decided to write her 1st book. She discussed everything from where she gets her inspiration and material from- we also discuss where she keeps them all. Carol spoke about getting out of your head and doing events and the benefits of interacting with readers and building that relationship with her readers and newsletter subscribers. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small business and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Carol Maloney Scott Social: Website - https://carolofmanywords.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/carolmaloneyscottauthor/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/carolmaloneyscottauthor/ Amazon- https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00MAD2EFY Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

May 19, 2026Episode 19858 min

The Hangry Bison - Joe Liguori

My guest this week is Joe Liguori, a restaurateur who is serving up award-winning burgers, bourbon, and beer at The Hangry Bison and is committed to sourcing the freshest ingredients within the community. I spoke with Joe about how he started with opening Pizzeria Valdiano , how he has expanded to opening several additional locations, and how he decided to open The Hangry Bison, with 3 of them being in Winter Park, Winter Garden, and Lake Mary, and soon to be in Bonita Springs. Joe and I spoke about his recipe for success, making the decision to make that call, and taking a chance on yourself. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small businesses and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. The Hangry Bison Social: Website - https://www.thehangrybison.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/thehangrybison Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thehangrybison/ Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

May 12, 2026Episode 19758 min

Palmr- Nick and Rebecca Roccanti

My guest this week was Nick and Rebecca Roccanti, the founders of Palmr. Palmr is a Florida family-style clothing brand. Premium clothing made for real life — coordinating looks for every member of the crew, built for the Florida heat and the way Florida families actually live. Raising two T1D warriors in Orlando, they wanted family clothing that actually felt like it was made for the life they live. Premium without being stuffy. Coordinated in a way that the whole family actually asks for. Built for Florida heat and real days. I spoke with Nick about owning Threadbird -an Apparel and merchandise company providing custom screen printing, embroidery, and design services, and being a merch expert for 20+ Years, and what he has learned now, being a small clothing brand owner, and how his experience running Palmr helps him with other small businesses they work with. Was great listening to Nick and Rebecca share their journey running the brand, and how it started and where it’s going. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small businesses and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Palmr Style Social: Website - https://palmrstyle.com Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/palmrstyle YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@PalmrStyle Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/palmrstyle TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@palmrstyle Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

May 5, 2026Episode 19646 min

Pitch-A-Friend Orlando

My guests this week were Kelsey Fuller, Elena Vaamonde , and Jordan Owen of Pitch-A-Friend Orlando, where they are bringing real-life singles events to Orlando, where a friend can showcase their awesome single friend in a short slide deck at local bars and breweries for others to meet singles. I got to learn more about how Kelsey, Elena, and Jordan got involved with Pitch a Friend Orlando and why they decided to bring it to Orlando. Pitch a Friend is now in 50 US Cities and 12 international Cities. We talked about the importance of In Real Life events and how this is a great structured activity, great after this post Covid time of meeting people. They shared with me what happens at a Pitch a Friend event, and we even went over the Green and Red Flags on pitching your friend to others. Great time chatting with the 3 of them, and excited they are in Orlando doing their thing and introducing other singles. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small businesses and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Pitch a Friend Orlando Social: Website - https://www.pitch-a-friend.com/orlando Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pitchafriend.orlando/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/paf.orlando/ Elena’s IG- https://www.instagram.com/triviaelena/ Jordan’s IG- https://www.instagram.com/jordanowen_nsm/ Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

April 28, 2026Episode 19548 min

DOA Co- Ryan Danley

My guest this week was Ryan Danley , of DOA Co, - a guitarist/ songwriter who created one of a kind art/fashion tees & goods "for the ghoulish mortal possessed by a spooky lifestyle”. Ryan and I spoke about how Death of Absolution Co started and where the name came from and his love for all things Horror- Halloween- Cult Classics- Tiki- Macabre. We chatted about the importance of doing in person events to sell. Ryan and I discussed the balance of owning and running a brand and also being part of a band- The Binding Divide. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small business and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. DOA Co Social: Website - https://doaco.storenvy.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/doa_co_ The Binding Divide Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thebindingdivide Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

April 21, 2026Episode 19437 min

The Bearded Chef Kitchen - Brandon Basista

My guest this week was Brandon Basista , The Bearded Chef Kitchen, a James Beard–recognized chef with two decades of culinary expertise. Who has journeyed from Fine Dining to Food Truck to now doing private dinners, events, weddings, pop-ups, custom school lunch programs & more! I met Brandon while filming a show called Blind Kitchen Orlando and loved his energy and his passion for food. His goal is simple… create food that feels like a moment worth remembering. We talked about him doing private dinners and events, and also how he is working with schools and thinking of creating ways to share his food and help other businesses. We also discussed marketing his business and creative ways he is using his culinary skills to feed people. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small businesses and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. The Bearded Chef Kitchen Social: Website - https://www.thebeardedchefkitchen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thebeardedchefkitchen/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheBeardedChefKitchen LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/chef-brandon-basista Book Airbnb experience- https://www.airbnb.com/services/6941149 Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com

April 7, 2026Episode 19343 min

JAM Hot Chicken- Andrew Scala

My guest this week I had Andrew Scala on the show again - he is the owner and chef behind JAM Hot Chicken - who was love at 1st bite when he bit into a Hot Chicken sandwich back in 2016. Now he is bringing the HEAT and bringing the JAM to Winter Park and Winter Garden. Was great to reconnect with Andrew and talk about the transition of opening a new spot and how the opportunity to open at Plant Street Market came to be. We talked Magic basketball and just balancing and growing his Hot Chicken business. Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small business and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Jam Hot Chicken Social: Website - https://www.jamhotchickenfl.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamhotchicken/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JAMhotchicken/ Playlist- https://www.jamhotchickenfl.com/playlist Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/delifreshthreads Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ ⁠https://DeliFreshThreads.com