JOSEPH ROSENDO'S STEPPIN' OUT

#101- Cruising Ireland’s Heartland

Explore the Heartland of Ireland with Joseph Rosendo as he cruises the Shannon River from Enniskillen in Northern Ireland to Portumna in the Republic of Ireland. Joseph learns how the river is the bond that ties the two lands together and brings people from all over the world to explore its shores and celebrate Irish culture, art, food, and music.


#102 – The Heart and Soul of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Joseph steps away from the usual in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to discover why people come to “The Beach” for a vacation and stay for a lifetime. On this journey he learns about the cultural survival of the Gullah-Geechee African American community, kayaks the Waccamaw River, enjoys the beauty of Brookgreen Gardens, dances the “Shag” and tries his hand at surf fishing.


#103 – Cadaqués, Spain – Livin’ It Up on the Costa Brava

Joseph explores the picturesque Costa Brava town of Cadaqués, Spain where he discovers inspiration and artistic genius in the former home of Salvador Dalí, thoroughly appreciates the creativity of a world-class cocktail and follows the sea-to-table journey of a Michelin-starred chef’s culinary masterpieces. In Cadaqués he’s reminded that life, in all its aspects, is a work of art.


#104 – Bolivia, South America – Surprising and Undiscovered

In his South American adventure, Joseph shares the Bolivian peoples’ cultural richness while marveling at the country's natural wonders. From the other-worldly Uyuni Salt flat to the serenity of Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest lake, to panoramic views enjoyed from the 15,000 foot heights of the Tunupa Volcano, he finds there is an enlightening, breathtaking experience awaiting at every turn.

#105 – A Topanga, California Thanksgiving

Joseph opens up his heart and Topanga, California home to invite viewers to his Thanksgiving celebration. He highlights Topanga’s gathering spots, acts again at Theatricum Botanticum, hikes Topanga Canyon State Park and revels in the mountain community’s rural setting on the edge of the Pacific Ocean and the country’s second largest city. The viewer finds that to know Topanga is to know Joseph.


#106 - Costa Rica, Central America – Pura Vida!

Joseph travels to lush Costa Rica to admire its beauty and find the true meaning of “Pura Vida.” Along the way, he shoots the Río Sarapiquí’s rapids, treks through dense rain forests, soaks in volcanic waters, wanders through cloud forests, and meets as many snakes, birds, bats, and howler monkeys that come his way, all the while celebrating the spirit and infectious joy of the local “Ticos.”

#107 – Tampa, Florida – Immigrant Dreams and Pirate Schemes

Joseph traces his roots in Tampa, FL and joins the pirThis episode offers an intimate look into Joseph by following his immigrant grandfather’s life in Tampa, Florida’s “Cigar City” in the 1890’s. He explores Ybor City, visits the Cuban Club, talks to relatives, learns how to roll cigars and construct a Cuban sandwich. The unexpected cherry on this Cuban rum cake is joining the parade of pirates during Tampa’s annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival.


#108 - Little Rock, Arkansas – Deep in the Heart

Joseph travels to Little Rock, Arkansas to explore the spirit, perseverance and determination of the people who have made the banks of the Arkansas River their home both past and present. From the indigenous Plum Bayou mound-builders to Spanish and French explorers to ground-breaking civil rights activists to a governor turned president, Joseph soaks in the rich history of this Southern city.