Strive305 Expands Multilingual Podcast Network with Miami Community Newspapers
In a city as globally connected and culturally rich as Miami, language is more than communication — it’s access, opportunity, and representation. Recognizing this, Strive305, Miami-Dade County’s flagship business development initiative, has partnered with Miami Community Newspapers to significantly expand a multilingual podcast network designed to serve South Florida’s diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem.
The growing audio network now delivers business-focused content in English, Haitian Creole (Kreyol), and Spanish, ensuring that entrepreneurs from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds can access critical information, share their stories, and connect with opportunity.
A Strategic Expansion Rooted in Miami’s Multicultural Reality
Miami is one of the most multilingual metropolitan areas in the United States. From Little Havana to Little Haiti, language shapes commerce, culture, and community leadership.
The expanded Strive305 Podcast Network reflects this reality by producing five active podcast shows — with more launching — that spotlight entrepreneurship, economic development, cultural identity, and leadership across Miami-Dade County.
This initiative is not simply about content creation; it is about equitable access to information and amplifying underrepresented business voices in a media landscape that often overlooks them.
What Is Strive305? A Hub for Economic Opportunity
Strive305 is Miami-Dade County’s business support and resource platform, created to:
Help small businesses start, grow, and scale
Connect entrepreneurs to capital, training, and mentorship
Support minority-owned, women-owned, and immigrant-led businesses
Strengthen the county’s economic resilience
Through workshops, grants, fellowships, and now multimedia storytelling, Strive305 has become a central hub for economic empowerment in South Florida.
Miami Community Newspapers: A Trusted Local Media Partner
The collaboration with Miami Community Newspapers, a family-owned local media company, strengthens the initiative’s reach and credibility.
Miami Community Newspapers:
Publishes more than a dozen neighborhood newspapers
Produces magazines, newsletters, and digital special sections
Distributes content both online and in print throughout Miami-Dade County
Has deep roots in hyperlocal journalism and community engagement
By pairing Strive305’s mission with Community Newspapers’ editorial infrastructure, the podcast network benefits from journalistic oversight, consistent distribution, and local trust.
The Current Podcast Lineup: Five Shows, Three Languages, One Mission
1. Strive305 Entrepreneurship Podcast (English)
Hosts:
Irvans Augstin
Tico Casamayor
The flagship English-language podcast explores:
Small business development
Economic trends affecting Miami-Dade
Cultural entrepreneurship
Policy, innovation, and workforce issues
What sets this show apart is the hosts’ deep community involvement, allowing conversations to move beyond theory into lived experience.
Listeners gain insight from:
Local entrepreneurs
Industry leaders
Policy experts
Community organizers
2. Haitian Business Spotlight Podcast (Kreyol)
Host: Candice Mondesir, Executive Director, Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce
Designed specifically for Kreyol-speaking audiences, this podcast addresses a critical gap in business media.
Key focus areas include:
Haitian-owned small businesses
Cultural events and economic contributions
Immigration-related business challenges
Financial literacy and leadership
By broadcasting in Kreyol, the show ensures that language is not a barrier to opportunity for Haitian entrepreneurs in South Florida.
3. Latina Leadership & Entrepreneurship Podcast (Spanish)
Host: Yamilet Rivas, President & Founder, Cámara de Comercio de Mujeres en Estados Unidos de América
This Spanish-language podcast highlights:
Latina entrepreneurs
Women-led businesses
Leadership development
Access to capital and mentorship
The show amplifies voices that are often underrepresented in mainstream business media, while creating a space where Spanish-speaking founders can share expertise without translation barriers.
New Podcasts Launching This Month
4. Strive305 Virtutem Populo Economic Fellows Program Podcast
Host: Clint John
This newly launched series focuses on youth entrepreneurship, spotlighting students from Miami-Dade County high schools who are part of the Virtutem Populo Economic Fellows Program.
The podcast will feature:
Student-led startup ideas
Youth perspectives on innovation
Mentorship experiences
Early-stage entrepreneurial journeys
By giving young entrepreneurs a platform, Strive305 is investing in the next generation of business leaders.
5. Strive305 Hospitality, Food & Beverage Podcast
Produced by: The creators of La Jama TV
Miami’s hospitality industry is one of its strongest economic engines. This new podcast dives into:
Miami’s restaurant scene
Culinary entrepreneurship
Food & beverage innovation
Hospitality leadership stories
Through interviews and behind-the-scenes storytelling, the show captures the culture, creativity, and commerce that define Miami’s food ecosystem.
Why Multilingual Media Matters for Economic Growth
The decision to expand the podcast network in multiple languages is both strategic and necessary.
Key Benefits of Multilingual Programming
Increased accessibility for immigrant and first-generation entrepreneurs
Stronger community trust through culturally relevant storytelling
Higher engagement from audiences often overlooked by traditional business media
Cross-cultural collaboration within the local economy
By meeting audiences where they are — linguistically and culturally — Strive305 is creating a more inclusive business ecosystem.
Representation as a Core Value
In its announcement, Strive305 emphasized that representation is not optional — it is essential.
“Our goal is to make sure all voices are heard, acknowledged, and celebrated. From entrepreneurship to cultural heritage, we want to reflect the energy and diversity that make Miami unique.”
This philosophy drives both the choice of hosts and the stories being told.
The Role of Podcasts in Modern Community Journalism
Podcasts have become a powerful medium for:
Long-form storytelling
Niche audience engagement
Educational content
Community dialogue
For local journalism, audio offers flexibility and reach — allowing busy entrepreneurs to learn while commuting, working, or networking.
The Strive305 Podcast Network demonstrates how local government initiatives and community media can collaborate effectively in the digital age.
What This Means for South Florida Entrepreneurs
For business owners across Miami-Dade County, the expanded network offers:
Practical insights into starting and growing a business
Inspiration from peers and community leaders
Access to resources previously unknown
A sense of belonging in the regional economy
Whether listeners speak English, Spanish, or Kreyol, the message is the same: Miami’s business community is stronger when everyone is included.
Looking Ahead: A Model for Other Cities
As cities across the U.S. grapple with economic inequality and cultural fragmentation, the Strive305 multilingual podcast model offers a blueprint:
Partner public programs with trusted local media
Produce culturally competent content
Use language as a bridge, not a barrier
Miami’s approach could soon inspire similar initiatives nationwide.
Where to Listen and Engage
Episodes from the Strive305 Podcast Network are distributed through:
Digital platforms
Miami Community Newspapers’ websites
Social media channels including Facebook, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn
Listeners are encouraged to share episodes, submit story ideas, and engage with hosts to strengthen community dialogue.
