Brandon Gomes joins the show fresh off years of chasing other opportunities in New York City before the chance to join MTV's Siesta Key landed in his lap. He walks the hosts through how that opportunity came together and what it was like stepping into a reality series built around his own hometown.
Much of the conversation centers on Brandon's business, Siesta G, and his plans to grow the cannabis brand well beyond Sarasota. He also talks about the other doors the show has opened, from music to acting, and how he's trying to turn reality-TV visibility into something that lasts longer than a season.
As always, the hosts steer things back to Sarasota itself, getting Brandon's read on how the community has grown and where it might be headed next. He also takes his turn in the Rapid Fire Gauntlet and weighs in on the roundabouts, rounding out an episode that blends reality TV, cannabis entrepreneurship and hometown pride.
What you'll take away
- Brandon Gomes is building his cannabis brand, Siesta G, with plans to expand beyond Sarasota.
- His path to MTV's Siesta Key came after years pursuing other opportunities in New York City.
- The show has opened additional doors for him in music and acting.
Places mentioned: Siesta Key