![The Mike Drop with Mike Tarantino](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf.png)
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Taking care of business while having a little fun! From Cajun Country in South Louisiana, “The Mike Drop with Mike Tarantino” is all about giving you the latest tips and trends to grow your business and learn more about why Iberia Parish, Louisiana and the Acadiana region are the perfect places, live, work, play and grow your business.
Episodes
![Gunnery Sergeant Chad Williams (USMC Retired and Former Drill Instructor)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Gunnery Sergeant Chad Williams (USMC Retired and Former Drill Instructor)
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Iberia Parish loves its Veterans and Gunny Williams joined Mike (a former Marine himself) and Pat for an interesting look into becoming a US Marine and making Marines as a Drill Instructor. Gunnery Sergeant Williams is an entrepreneur as well and he tells us all about what motivates him and how he stays in tip-top shape.
For more information about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click ---> HERE
![Gary Colden of the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Gary Colden of the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Gary Colden, the new Director of the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce, stopped by to chat with Mike and Pat about all things Chamber. From the World Championship Gumbo Cookoff to the Leadership Iberia Program, and much more - Gary tells all about it, and we get a chance to learn more about the leader in front of it all!
Originally recorded on April 2, 2024
To learn more about the Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce, call 337-364-1836, or click ----> Here
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click ---->Here
![Ellen Mullen of the "Books Along the Teche Literary Festival"](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Monday Feb 05, 2024
Ellen Mullen of the "Books Along the Teche Literary Festival"
Monday Feb 05, 2024
Monday Feb 05, 2024
Ellen Mullen, Co-coordinator, chats with Mike and Pat about this year's festival which runs from Friday, April 5th to Sunday, April 7, 2024. This ain't your typical book fair- it's SOOO much more- from kayak tours to great jazz-inspired music- from book talks to interesting panels with major authors- you won't want to miss it! Listen in and learn more about this and other great things happening here!
Originally recorded on January 30, 2024
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click ----->HERE
To learn more about all the great and fun things there are to do in Iberia Parish, LA, click here ---->Iberia Travel
To learn more about the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival, click ----> HERE
!["The Future's So Bright, We Gotta Wear Shades!" - A look back at 2023 and what's ahead!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
"The Future's So Bright, We Gotta Wear Shades!" - A look back at 2023 and what's ahead!
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
A lot has been going on in Iberia Parish in the last year! Listen in, as Mike and Pat catch up on the happenings in '23 and talk about all the reasons that we're looking forward to '24. Check out our, "Almost Famous," lightning round, and learn just a little about your hosts!
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click ---> HERE
To learn more about Iberia Parish Tourism, click ---> HERE
Originally recorded on January 3, 2024
![Lessons From the Corner Office - Kristie McMath-Hebert](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Lessons From the Corner Office - Kristie McMath-Hebert
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Friday Apr 14, 2023
What's it like to co-lead at a family-owned auto dealership in changing times, manage a workforce, and keep up with customer expectations..... all while raising the kids? Kristie Hebert, Dealer/Operator of Arceneaux Ford in New Iberia, stopped by for a chat with Mike and Pat about the triumphs and challenges of running a business in a changing world.
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click ----> HERE
To find your next vehicle or to learn more about Arceneaux Ford, click ----> HERE
As always, a HUGE Thank you to Jeff Boggs at KANE 1240 Radio for our intro and outro music. To learn more about KANE 1240, click ----> HERE
![Breaking Down the 2023 Louisiana State Legislative Session](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Breaking Down the 2023 Louisiana State Legislative Session
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
State Representative Beau Beaullieu joins Mike and Pat for a chat about the upcoming 2023 Louisiana Legislative Regular Session. As Vice-Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, Rep. Beaullieu will have a front row seat during this fiscal session. He breaks down all of the things we can expect, gives us insights into some of the bills he is considering, and tells us about some of the issues he expects will be front and center this year.
Recorded on January 18, 2023.
Check out our sponsors!
The Iberia Industrial Devlopment Foundation
The Iberia Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau
To learn more about Louisiana Representative Beau Beaullieu, click ---> Here
![”Throw Me Something, Mister!”](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Friday Jan 13, 2023
”Throw Me Something, Mister!”
Friday Jan 13, 2023
Friday Jan 13, 2023
It's Carnival Time once again in South Louisiana and Iberia Parish is kicking it off with the first parade of the season! Mike Wattigny of the Bayou Mardi Gras Association stopped by to share the scoop with Mike and Pat on the big parade and what it takes to put it all together.
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click --->Here
To learn more about the Bayou Mardi Gras Association, click --->Here
![See Ya Later, 2022! Hello, 2023!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
See Ya Later, 2022! Hello, 2023!
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Mike and Pat take a look back at our first full year of podcasting. They highlight each of this year's episodes, recap the year in business, and forecast 2023! Thanks for choosing "The Mike Drop" this year!
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click --->Here
![Lessons from the Corner Office- ”I’m Lovin’ It”](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Lessons from the Corner Office- ”I’m Lovin’ It”
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Larry Miller of Miller Management, owner of Teche Area McDonald's Restaurants, came by to share insights on management in today's business climate. From supply chain to Happy Meals, and why Iberia Parish, LA is a great place for business, Larry gives us the inside scoop on it all.
Originally recorded on October 11, 2022
To learn more about Miller Management, visit their Facebook page --->Here
To learn more about our sponsor, Louisiana Economic Development, click --->Here
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click --->Here
As always, a HUGE thank you to Jeff Boggs of KANE 1240 AM Radio for our intro and outro music. To learn more about KANE 1240 AM radio, click --->Here
![Spotlight on New Iberia, LA with Mayor Freddie Decourt](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12905957/Color_Logo_xytwaf_300x300.png)
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Spotlight on New Iberia, LA with Mayor Freddie Decourt
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
It’s fall, y’all, and Mayor Decourt stopped in for a chat with Mike and Pat. We had a great discussion on the City of New Iberia, LA, and what’s happening in this unique and growing city! Mayor Decourt is ready for growth, and we got a chance to hear about all the exciting projects he has going on, important upcoming initiatives, and his vision for the future.
Originally recorded on October 19, 2022.
To learn more about the City of New Iberia, click --->Here
To learn more about our sponsor, Louisiana Economic Development, click --->Here
To learn more about the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, click --->Here
As always, a HUGE thanks to Jeff Boggs at KANE 1240 Radio for our intro and outro music! Learn more about KANE 1240 Radio by clicking --->Here