In this episode Tara speaks to a super professional, a man who is on top of the job with an exceptional standard for working with visitors to Deia, Pep Ferreiro, the Head Concierge of Hotel La Residencia. In their talk we learn about what it takes to create an environment of customer satisfaction at one of the world’s finest hotels. Pep’s enthusiasm for his work is as inspiring as his ability to make magic happen.

In this episode Tara speaks to two fabulous women who are adventurous, out of the box, and very talented artists, Vivian Borsani and Anja Kleener. In their talk, we learn that both of these artists have fascinating backgrounds that have led them to reinvent themselves more than once. Not only are Vivian and Anja involved in the Mallorca art scene, they frequently have shows together and are great friends. This talk is full of creative energy, laughter, and is a good fun listen.

In this episode Tara speaks to a man who has mastered the art of mystery, dedication, and excellence, the CEO of Butler Experience Mallorca, Andrea Loni. In their talk, we learn about Andrea’s journey through the world of hospitality and how it landed him in Deia. Andrea’s connection with the Deia community combined with his empathetic nature, has made him a successful entrepreneur on the island, as well as an excellent husband and father. This talk is super fun and it gives an interesting insight into how important hospitality is for the island economy.

In this episode Tara speaks to a Deia original who also happens to be a very talented singer/songwriter, Natalia Farran. In their talk we learn about what it was like for Natalia to grow up in a family that nurtured artistic expression in all of its forms. Natalia talks about her career in voice and music, and her upcoming album. Natalia’s poise and thoughtfulness makes this a very compelling talk. Stay tuned to the end when you will hear Natalia singing “Home,” written by Natalia, arranged by and produced by Clarissa Farran Graves, with Ramon Farran on drums.

In this episode Tara speaks to a tenacious, brilliant artist, and a beloved member of the Deia community Gina Cubeles. In their talk we learn about the incredible art community in Deia and Llucalcari around the time when Spain’s Modernisme was influencing some of the greatest artists in the world. Gina’s lively mind, and incredible passion for her art, which is full of natural imagery and texture, represents a valuable generational legacy of the arts in Spain.

In this episode Tara speaks to one of the sons of Deia, a young man who is civic minded, family minded and who has a close group of legacy friends who make up a Deia brotherhood, Pep Salas. In their talk, we learn about Pep’s connection to Deia, and his concerns about the issues that impact the village. It is delightful to know that this next generation coming up, cares and is committed to the future of this special community and its rich heritage.

In this episode Tara got to speak to a fabulous couple whose sense of humor, and bon vivant energy are exactly what we all need this holiday season, Karina and William Annesley.  Their knowledge of good food, wine and spirits, combined with their wit and fascinating life experiences makes this such a fun talk. There are some great shout outs to a few of the island's local eateries, and enough naughty language to make us wonder if the Annesleys will be getting Santa presents this year. Tara hopes you enjoy this talk as much as she did.

In this episode Tara speaks to the thoughtful, intellectual artist and photographer, Pixy Liao. Pixy, also known as Bloody Pixy in the art world, has created a long term vision of relationships through her most important body of work, Experimental Relationship. Tara got to talk to her during her summer Residency with La Residencia here in Deia. In their talk, we learn that Pixy’s life experience growing up as a single child in China during the time of the one child policy, shaped her worldview and led her on a path of creativity that resonates on a global scale.

In this episode Tara speaks to the warm and wonderful woman who researched and wrote the book Soul of Soller, Ellen Joosten. If you love Soller as much as Tara does, this is your episode. In it, Ellen and Tara talk about everything Soller, from its history to its current state, with all of the love and affection that special town deserves. This talk is a celebration of what Tara, a born and raised New Yorker calls, “the Brooklyn of Mallorca.”

In this episode, Tara speaks to an adventurous, risk taking artist who also happens to have a good sense for business, Sara le Roy. Sara recently opened Deiarte Gallery & Bar on Deia’s high street. Sara is as warm, funny and engaging as her art is dark, multilayered and powerful. She is a remarkable addition to the Deia community, and her gallery already tells the tale of many incredible Deia moments to come.

In this episode, Tara speaks to a remarkable woman, a native Deianenc, who is a vital part of the Mallorcan community in Deia, Magdalena Ripoll Vives. In their talk we learn that Magdalena has family connections with some of the old Deia families, including that of Toni Vives who was the secretary to Archduke Lluis Salvadore. They talk about her passion for theater and how the performing arts has become an important part of Deia culture.  They also discuss the changes in Deia she has seen in her lifetime, and her sense of not understanding what a paradise she had until it changed, including concerns that they both have for the loss of Mallorcan culture on the island. Can we hold onto what is left of paradise and Mallorcan culture?

This talk holds a special place in Tara's heart. Last Fall she had the honor of talking to an incredible young woman who landed in Deia during the Pandemic with her small baby. She’s a punk rocker, a documentary filmmaker, and a journalist, Hannah Brooks. After a long and arduous journey with addiction, Hannah and her partner were creating a life together here in Deia when her partner suddenly had a fatal relapse, not very long after their talk. It was for this reason that Tara was hesitant to release the talk, but after recently speaking with Hannah, they are both ready to share their talk, and Tara looks forward to having Hannah back on. Warning that we do discuss addiction.

In this episode Tara speaks to a man who is a writer, an intellectual, with an incredible gift for good conversation, and a fascination for Deia, David Holzer. In their talk, we learn about David’s journey with yoga and how it helped him to stop drinking, and his lifelong relationship with writing and books. This talk takes a lot of fun turns, covering everything from cancel-culture, to rock and roll, to goddesses and beyond. Warning that there is talk of drugs and alcohol use.

In this episode, Tara speaks to a dear friend, an expert canyoner who is fearless in the face of risk, Toni Calero. A warning to the listener that in the talk they speak about a serious accident that Toni had in November of 2021 while canyoning on the island. Though Toni continues to deal with the aftermath of a serious, nearly fatal accident, his ability to heal, his mental toughness and his determination, along with his continued training makes him somewhat of an outlier who illustrates how much the human mind and body can overcome.

In this episode Tara speaks to an iconic woman who has had deep roots in Deia, with a vast career in public relations, and who has spent years lifting up other women around the world, Lynne Franks.  In their talk we learn that Lynne launched her PR firm at a time when London was crackling with creative energy, a time when women were changing their dynamics at the grass-roots level.  An innovator with endless energy and ideas, Lynne’s reputation for understanding the current zeitgeist holds up in this fun and interesting talk.

In this episode Tara talks to a hard working man, competitive, compassionate, kind, and a natural born leader Thomas Moons, the General Manager of Hotel La Residencia here in Deia. In their talk we get a full update on all things La Residencia, including its remarkable successes and its wonderful offerings. Thomas gives us an insight into what it means to run one of the world’s top hotels, with a knowledge that ties excellent customer service to an excellent staff. Thomas’ commitment to being the best, his staff’s personal growth and well being, combined with his openness and ability to see the big picture, explains why Hotel La Residencia is one of a kind.

In this episode Tara celebrates the female energy of Deia with a remarkable woman who is known for her excellence and her hard work, Louise Fletcher Loni. In their talk we learn about Louise’s journey to becoming the owner operator of Mountain Wellness Mallorca, a successful business that encompasses a wide range of wellness services, including massage, beauty treatments, yoga, and most recently a high street hair stylist. A business entrepreneur who is juggling work, marriage and two small children, Louise gives us a look into the life of the working mom in Deia, and how community can mean everything to a young family.

In this episode Tara had so much fun speaking to an incredible native Mallorcan, he’s funny, super smart, full of knowledge and great ideas, Mountain Guide Martin Bestard. In their talk they cover everything from cleaning up trails, preservation, sustainable tourism, and all of the things that people who love Mallorca love to talk about. Martin’s love and respect for Mallorca, and his diplomatic approach towards tourism and protecting it, is endearing and important. Just a heads up that Tara uses some well aimed expletives so if you are listening with children, it could be a great teaching moment.

In this episode Tara had the pleasure of speaking with one of the woman painters on the island who is a risk taker, and an innovator in the art world, Natasha Zupan. In their talk, Natasha tells us about the times in her life when she had to reinvent herself as an artist in order to work within the contemporary framework. We learn that despite roadblocks she faced as a woman in the male dominated field of painting, she was able to find her own style with its unabashed feminine energy. There is so much more to painting than sitting at the canvas, it entails the logistics of packing and shipping large works to far flung places. Natasha’s intellectual and beautiful paintings are as inspirational as the artist herself.

Tara always says that every once in a while, life likes to throw out curve balls. The kind that upends you, and takes you on an unexpected journey whether you want it or not. Tara had the great fortune of meeting Antonio Navas through a common friend in Deia while recently on one of these journeys, and they sat down together in New York City to talk.  Antonio has had an incredible career in branding and advertising with some of the biggest names around the globe, and in their talk, we find out that amongst his many talents, one of his strongest is that of a philosopher with an enduring ability to find beauty in life. Listen to the end to hear Antonio recite the haunting poem Regardless, by Charles Bukowski.