TalkFlagler

This week's episode of TalkFlagler features Nick Klufas, the District 3 member of the Palm Coast City Council. Since being elected in 2016, Klufas has been a part of some transformative times for the city, including technological advancements the city had never seen before.On this episode, Klufas speaks with host Chris Gollon about subjects such as electric vehicle infrastructure, the Holland Park Splash Pad ordeal, traffic flow in Palm Coast, and a potential run for higher office.Support the show

This week's episode of TalkFlagler features Mel Martin and Adam Morley, organizers for Florida's Right to Clean Water Amendment. The pair are among a network of activists hoping to get a measure on the ballot enacting further legal accountability for those who pollute Florida's water systems.On this episode, Martin and Morley speak with host Chris Gollon about what exactly is in their amendment, how it affects the average taxpayer, and just what goes into taking the right clean water from an idea to a law enshrined in the state constitution.Support the show

This week's episode of TalkFlagler features Cheryl Massaro, Chair of the Flagler School Board. Massaro was elected in 2020, defeating the incumbent member. She has assumed the Chair role in her third year serving, having been around for some of the Board's most trying times in recent years.On this episode, Cheryl speaks with host Chris Gollon about an array of topics, including proposed book bans within the school district, recent media intrigue surrounding colleague Sally Hunt, and whether she plans to run for a second term in 2024.Support the show

This week's episode of TalkFlagler features Mike Chitwood, the Sheriff of Volusia County. Chitwood recently captured national headlines after an impassioned press conference denouncing recent neo-Nazi demonstrators in the area.Ont this episode, Chitwood talks to host Chris Gollon about the rise of extremism south of the Mason-Dixon, the way hate groups function in communities, and how law enforcement can combat them.Support the show

This week's episode of TalkFlagler features JC Capellan, the local Latin hip-hop performer also known as The Primetime Nino. Capellan has carved out a dedicated following through original music releases and performances all across northeast Florida.Support the show

This week's episode of TalkFlagler features John Fanelli, a Flagler Schools district employee, and former Palm Coast City Councilman. Fanelli is a career educator who has worn several hats for Flagler Schools, currently a behavior coordinator. In 2022 he was appointed to the Palm Coast City Council to fill out the term of another Councilman who resigned unexpectedly.Support the show

This week's episode of TalkFlagler features Darryl Boyer, an up-and-coming political activist from Palm Coast. Boyer recently launched Perspective PAC, an political action committee aimed at increasing diversity within Republican politics.Boyer talks with host Chris Gollon about the role of race in politics, working for Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, and how growing up in Flagler County can shape a worldview.Support the show

This week's TalkFlagler podcast features Jonathan Lord, Director of Flagler County's Emergency Management Department. Lord guided Flagler through the back-to-back assaults of Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole, making key decisions like when to order evacuations.On this episode, Lord and host Chris Gollon talk about the impacts of Ian and Nicole on Flagler County, the future of Flagler Beach, and whether or not hurricanes are getting worse.Support the show

This week's TalkFlagler podcast guest is Joe Hannoush, the Libertarian candidate for Flagler County's U.S. Congress seat. In the absence of a Democratic candidate, Hannoush is the lone opposition to incumbent congressman Michael Waltz and hopes to win the Libertarian Party a seat in Congress for the first time in history.Support the show

TalkFlagler is back! The guests this week are Hunter Hawkins and Aaron Grove, lead singer and guitarist for the local hard rock group Alta Loma. The band was on TalkFlagler once last year in a previous iteration, but now Hawkins and Grove return to the show to speak about the band's new phase.Support the show

Host Joey Santos-Jones talks with Greg Blose, President, and CEO of the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

Host Chris Gollon speaks to Jack Petocz, a 17-year-old student organizer at Flagler Palm Coast High School. Petocz has made it his mission to be present at Flagler School Board meetings, most recently speaking against the proposed removal of the book 'All Boys Aren't Blue' from school libraries. In this episode of TalkFlagler Podcast, he talks about how he got started in activism, the ways he plans to enact change in Flagler County, and the goals he's setting his sights on in the long term.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

Host Chris Gollon returns this week to interview Mike & Vin, a popular music duo based out of Palm Coast. If you've dined at Moonrise Brewing Company, Coquina Coast Brewing Co, Tortuga's, or any number of Flagler County's most popular dining establishments in the last year or so, chances are you've seen brothers Mike & Vin perform.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

AskFlagler's editor-in-chief Joey Santos-Jones returns this week to interview Detective Rosanna Vinci of the Flagler Beach Police Department. Vinci has been a rockstar of local law enforcement lately, finding herself in the middle of several high-profile busts and arrests and receiving several honors for her fine work. Joey and Rosanna talk about the detective's background, how she chose a career in law enforcement, and what it was like in the midst of a few of her most interesting cases.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

For a special mid-week edition of the TalkFlagler Podcast, we spoke to U.S. Senate candidate Allen Ellison! A candidate in the Democratic Primary, Ellison is looking for the nomination to run against Marco Rubio and flip one of Florida's two Senate seats from red back to blue. Aside from his Senate campaign, Ellison has been a cosmetologist for over two decades.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

Featured on the newest episode of TalkFlagler is Mike McDermott, co-founder, and co-owner of Flagler Beach's Yes Coffee Co. Mike's interview expands upon what takes a cup of coffee from good to great, how his time living in South Africa prepared him for business ownership in Flagler County, and the way his relationship with wife and fellow co-owner Rachel McDermott was integral in the origins of Yes Coffee.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

Featured on the newest episode of TalkFlagler is community activist Alan Lowe. After finishing runner-up in each of Palm Coast's last two mayoral elections, Lowe is finally ready to take it easy for a while...or is he? We talk to Lowe about future political plans, the natural beauty in Flagler County, and his relationship with some of his more fervent supporters since his first campaign began in 2020.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

In this episode, Palm Coast Fire Department Chief Jerry Forte joins to talk about what he does with the PCFD, his career history as a firefighter, and what it's been like serving as interim Assistant City Manager.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Nealon Joseph, emergency planner for Flagler County. Nealon goes in-depth on his time in the U.S. Air Force, political discourse in America, and training up as a leader.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Suzie Johnston, Mayor of Flagler Beach since March of this year. There's a lot going on in Flagler Beach right now, including a reconstruction project for the pier, an evolving situation regarding the annual firework events, and a recent boom in new locally owned businesses. As a realtor by trade and now the figurehead of the city government, Suzie is here to talk about it all.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Gretchen Smith, the Public Information Officer for the Florida Department of Health - Flagler. Gretchen sheds light on where Flagler County's COVID-19 situations stands, and the challenges of directing information at the height of a pandemic.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Palm Coast City Councilman Ed Danko. The Councilman talks about his background in network news, his philosophy on taxes, and what local events he's most excited about.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Flagler County's own Sheriff, Rick Staly. In this interview AskFlagler Editor in Chief Joey Santos-Jones, Sheriff Staly talks about his long career in law enforcement, how the Flagler County Sheriff's Office keeps crime low, and some of the services Flagler's largest police force provides to county residents.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

In the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Matthew Doughney, Chief of the Flagler Beach Police Department. Chief Doughney is coming up on eight years heading up one of Flagler County's three law enforcement organizations and has plenty to share about how he got here, being a visible member of the community, and the role of the FBPD plays in various trials and natural disasters.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Annamaria Long from the Flagler Homebuilders Association. Annamaria tells TalkFlagler listeners about what the Flagler HBA does, how to become a member, and what's going on with all this talk of impact fees and millage rates.As always, we also break down the local news into categories of Government & Business, Culture, and Crime.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Flagler News Weekly founder Danielle Anderson. In her conversation with AskFlagler writer Chris Gollon, Danielle expands upon why she started Flagler News Weekly, her involvement with Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway, and what makes Flagler County a unique and special place to settle down.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the latest episode of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update, we talk to Palm Coast City Councilman Nick Klufas. Coming on for his second appearance on the show, Nick talks to Chris Gollon about next year's recently decided property tax rate, the process of ironing out the city budget, and what exactly a City Councilman does for their community.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

In this episode of TalkFlagler, we talk to Mike Martin, one of the three district commissioners for the East Flagler Mosquito Control. Joey returns to discuss with Mike what areas are covered, the safety of chemicals used, the allocation of your tax money, and why mosquito control is one of the most unheralded agencies in the county. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

TalkFlagler is excited to feature special guest David Alfin, the newly elected Mayor of Palm Coast. Alfin was sworn into office on August 3rd and came on the show to give his first interview while serving. In this interview, Alfin talks among other things about the recent millage rate and multi-family housing decisions, how he's approaching the upcoming budget process, and what Palm Coast can do to improve bicycle and pedestrian accommodations.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

TalkFlagler is excited to feature special guest Jill Reynolds. Jill is petitioning to instate a plaque and dedicate a trail to Shirley Chisholm, the pioneering elected official and activist who spent her final days in Palm Coast.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

TalkFlagler is excited to feature special guest Jerry Cameron. Cameron served as the interim County Administrator for Flagler County before stepping down from the post earlier this year.Click here for previous interview episodes of TalkFlagler, with a selection of candidates, artists, and business professionals.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

TalkFlagler is excited to feature special guest Kaiti Lenhart, Flagler County Supervisor of Elections. Kaiti has her work cut out for her this month, with the special election for Palm Coast Mayor being held on July 27th. Kaiti has overseen tumultuous elections for local offices, Governor, Senate, President, and more during her time overseeing Flagler's elections. In this episode, hear her explain how the Flagler County Elections Office is run, what measures are in place to keep your vote secure, and how to get involved in local elections here in Flagler County.Click here for previous interview episodes of TalkFlagler, with a selection of candidates, artists, and business professionals.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

On the third episode of TalkFlagler weekly news, we present your unbiased news roundup in a digestible, compact format. The new episode format:Weekly Weather ForecastGovernment/Business NewsCulture NewsCrime/Sheriff NewsMayoral Election NewsSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

TalkFlagler is excited to feature special guest Stephen Helfrich, resident photographer for AskFlagler. Stephen has been on board since summer 2020, adding a professional flair to event photography from politics to the community to music. In this episode, Stephen talks about his journey from a hobbyist photographer to consummate professional, and how his latest venture into photojournalism has made him a better and more diverse photographer. Check out Stephen's full artistic catalog: Stephen JP Images.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

TalkFlagler is excited to feature special guest Jonathan Lord, Emergency Management Director for Flagler County. As hurricane season gets underway, Jonathan is here to give his tops on disaster prep, hurricane survival tips, and how to respond to a wildfire. Things even get chilly in this interview as Jonathan talks about the county's plan for a blizzard! Wait, how did that come up exactly? The only way to know is to stream Episode 1 of TalkFlagler Weekly News Update.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

First up on TalkFlagler's second season is Alta Loma, a four-piece hair metal band who've gathered a considerable following since their debut single dropped in early 2020. Alta Loma consists of Aaron Grove, Alec Stephens, William Jones, and Hunter Hawkins, four friends who came together over their mutual love of classic 80's hard rock. When "So Bad" released to streaming platforms a year or so ago, observers quickly noticed the striking similarities to the likes of Def Leppard, Van Halen, and Motley Crue before them. But while Alta Loma fits right in with the music of an earlier time, they're anything but derivative. "So Bad" and "Two Face" are a new step forward in a genre that's lied mostly dormant for the last few decades, something classic rock fanatics are sure to take an instant liking to.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkflagler)

TalkFlagler's latest guest is Jason Blankenship, owner, and founder of Bad Cloud Media. Bad Cloud has been one of the premier video production companies serving the Flagler area, and on this episode, Jason talks about how he got started, what goes into shooting a video, and a whole lot more.

The newest episode of AskFlagler features Juan Mallorca and Eduardo Díaz-Marin of the Palm Coast-born alternative band Blüm. The two have been at the peak of the local music scene since they debuted in 2018, and have stayed there without pause through top-down changes in personnel and evolving musical style. The band has headlined local festivals, streamed in the thousands on Spotify and Apple Music, and are now looking to take a bold new step with 'Sirens', their new single out December 11th.

The latest episode of TalkFlagler features Brandon MacDonald, frontman of the Palm Coast band Home is Where. MacDonald and his bandmates have toured the United States with their blend of classic folk and harsh punk sounds, cementing themselves as one of the most popular bands in the Palm Coast scene.

The newest episode of AskFlagler features Heather Hunter, a 22-year-old candidate for Florida State Senate against incumbent Travis Hutson. Hunter worked with the Flagler College Democrats prior to running and now comes with bold progressive ideas to bring to her Senate race.

Featured on Episode 8 of TalkFlagler are Dylan Parra and Conor Bertha, who make up the alternative hip-hop duo Flo.wav. The pair have been prominent in the local music scene since 2017, and have since expanded their reputations as festival curators and entrepreneurs. Flo.wav released their latest single No Good to widespread acclaim earlier this year, continuing their momentous rise since their recent formation.On this podcast, Dylan and Conor talk about starting a band in Palm Coast, how they crafted their one-of-a-kind sound, and what they've been up to since the pandemic threw local music for a loop.

Episode 7 brings Adam Morley who is running for the Florida House of Representatives District 24. Adam Morley talks about being a captain, the issues that matter to voters, and details some creative marketing his team is taking this year. This episode is hosted by Chris Gollon.

Featured on Episode 6 are Felipe Sanchez, Colin Vieira, and Weston Richmond of post-hardcore band Slaves. The trio represents three-fifths of their band’s lineup, with Sanchez and Vieira hailing from Palm Coast originally and Richmond being a recent transplant.The band recently released their fourth studio album “To Better Days” with SBG Records, their first with new vocalist Matt McAndrew. Listen in to hear the Slaves members discuss growing up in Palm Coast, recording their new hit record, changing the band name in light of Black Lives Matter, and carving a future as one of the most popular bands in their genre.

Episode 5 brings in Corinne Fisher from Purely Digital Marketing. We talk about local Flagler businesses and their marketing plans, things they can do today to improve their marketing, and also what the landscape of marketing looks like in our area.

Episode 4 brings Nick Klufas who is running for re-election for District 3 seat of the Palm Coast City Council. Nick talks Fiber, accomplishments in the last 4 years, and goals for the future. Nick drops big knowledge on the runnings of the city and shows off that technological mindset that got him elected 4 years ago.

Episode 3 brings Gary Perkins. Gary Perkins is a Flagler County community leader, advocate for social justice, and volunteer at the Family Life Center. Additionally, Gary is the board chair for The Young Professionals Group of Palm Coast. Joey and Gary discuss the recent Black Lives Matter protest in Flagler Beach and what our community could look like in a few years.

Episode 2 brings Michael Schottey. It'd be an understatement to say he has opinions on the Palm Coast city government and things he'd change as Mayor. We talk about mental health issues in Flagler County, infrastructure, his 6-month stint as Communications Director, and what he sees for the future of the county.

Episode 1 brings The Young Professor, the voice of trivia in Flagler County (Central Florida Trivia), the voice of the Jacksonville Sharks, and maybe soon WWE? We talk about life for live performers during COVID-19, the future of trivia in Flagler County, and could we see a new format for it?