Why Miami Politics Are a MESS | Damian Pardo

Go inside Miami’s political machine with Commissioner Damian Pardo as he shares what really happens behind closed doors at City Hall. From constant infighting and chaos during commission meetings to controversial changes around term limits, Damian offers an unfiltered look at the dysfunction slowing down real progress. Hear his thoughts on what needs to change, how the system really works, and why it’s so hard to move the city forward despite public pressure and media scrutiny.We also explore how neighborhoods like Coconut Grove are evolving, what’s happening with the Vizcaya Marketplace, and which local spots are still flying under the radar. Whether you're a Miami voter or just curious about how power operates in one of America’s most dynamic cities, this episode delivers an honest and eye-opening conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.Manny Alfonso:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/Kiko Suarez:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/Eduardo Moya:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/Follow Us! - A Day in Miami:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID________________________Produced by: Ben SchwedeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/0:00 Intro2:48 How He Began Working in the Commission5:45 Arguments in City of Miami7:03 Term Limits Discussion23:11 Most Likable Commissioner25:52 Marketplace at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens29:27 Family Festival and Goombay Festival30:59 What is Community Redevelopment Agency?33:17 Is Coconut Grove Back?35:06 Top 3 Restaurants39:26 Outro