Podcast appearances and mentions of Belle Glade

Talked with Andy McAusland, CEO and Zelda Porter, MHAPB Clubhouse Member from Mental Health America of the Palm Beaches (MHAPB).  "Mental Health America of the Palm Beaches is a proud Palm Beach County affiliate of Mental Health America, the nation's leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and illness prevention. Our mission is to create a supportive community where all people can flourish. Where people with a history of serious mental illness are defined by their talents and skills, not their diagnoses. And where members build resilience for long-term recovery, including:Clubhouses in West Palm Beach and Belle Glade, where members work side by side with staff, discovering their talents and abilities and building long-term relationships that support them in increasing social and vocational skills and obtaining employment, education, and housing.Peer Place in northern West Palm Beach where members can drop in any time, take part in mindfulness, art, or music activities, join a group support session, or just have a coffee and talk one-on-one with one of MHAPB's trained peer support mentors.Peer Career Readiness Training and Support: The Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) credential is for people who use their lived experience and skills learned in our Peer Career Readiness training to help others achieve and maintain recovery and wellness from mental health and/or substance use conditions. MHAPB celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2024."  To help support their programs, they are having a 5k Run and 1k walk in Dreher Par on Saturday March 22nd with a 7:30am start.  Listeners can sign up for the race, to become a volunteer, make a donation or find out more about the services MHAPB offers by going to www.mhapalmbeaches.org

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Tyron Hanna's Secrets to Making a Difference in West Palm Beach Revealed In this episode of Diversified Game Tyron Discusses how he plans on making an improvement in Belle Glade and West Palm Beach as a whole. Connect with Tyron Hanna: Facebook:   / tyron.hanna.7   Linkedin:   / tyron-hanna-8843517b   Buy Courses at https://bit.ly/Prepareforyourfirsttri... Support Us On Patreon:   / gamediversified   Tyron Hanna talks about how he helps the communities of West Palm Beach@ 01:14 Tyron discusses how his business is helping West Palm Beach and communities and the steps that he is taking to improve Belle Glade. How much did you need to start off@ 01:46 Tyron shares his insights on how he bootstrapped his own businesses and how hard work can mitigate for a lack of funding. Does motivation or discipline keep you going @ 02:41 Where do you find your motivation to keep helping other people even though you might not get any recognition and support for the work that you do. Closing thoughts with Tyron and Kellen @ 05:42 Tyron and Kellen highlights how people can involve themselves in the Belle Glade business community and make an impact.

If you wanted to know what it's like to hang out under a shade tree in Florida's summer heat surrounded by cows, this week's episode will put you as close to the real experience as possible. Tune in for some great cowboy poetry coupled with bawling of calves as cows call out for them atop an ancient midden mound where the indigenous Belle Glade culture once thrived. Hope y'all enjoy the entertainment!

Welcome back to another captivating episode of the WGI Unleashed Podcast! In our 82nd episode, we sit down with Melissa McKinlay, VP of Government Relations, from our West Palm Beach corporate office. From early childhood roots in the Northeast to becoming a key player in Palm Beach County's political landscape, it's safe to say that Melissa's journey is nothing short of riveting. From New York Beginnings to Florida Roots Melissa's story began in Sarasota, Florida, where she relocated from the Northeast with her family when she was just six years old – But it didn't take very long for the Sunshine State to win her over and become home. For the past 20 years, Melissa has called Palm Beach County her home, deeply embedding herself in the community and working to make a difference along the way. Academic and Early Political Aspirations Melissa's passion for politics took root during her high school years when she ran for class president, with her ambition leading her to Florida State University (FSU), where she pursued a degree in Political Science. Drawn to Tallahassee for its proximity to the state capital, she relished the experience of attending a renowned “football school” while simultaneously cultivating her political acumen. A pivotal recommendation from a professor landed her a legislative internship, setting the stage for her career in public service. Making a Difference in Palm Beach County Melissa's commitment to making a tangible difference in the community around her is evident through her impressive contributions. Notably, she has played a crucial role in establishing the Butterfly House, a sexual assault treatment center in Palm Beach County. Her collaboration with Senator Marco Rubio to improve housing conditions for farm workers in Belle Glade further underscores her dedication to advocacy and community welfare. Political Career and Personal Resilience In 2014, Melissa was elected as a Palm Beach County Commissioner, a role she approached with vigor and determination. Balancing the demands of political life and being a mother of three was no small feat, and Melissa candidly shares the challenges and triumphs of this journey in our latest episode of the WGI Unleashed Podcast. A New Chapter at WGI Melissa joined WGI to leverage her extensive experience and connections in government relations, with her role involving influencing public officials and securing vital contracts that shape how communities are envisioned, designed, and experienced. Her dedication to public service seamlessly aligns with WGI's value of ‘being the change you seek,' making her an invaluable asset to the team. Beyond the Office When she's not shaping policy or advocating for her community, Melissa enjoys exploring the great outdoors. An avid hiker, she also embodies a particular fondness for national parks, with Glacier National Park holding a special place in her heart. Join us in thanking Melissa McKinlay for sharing her remarkable journey, her insights on balancing career and family, and her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact. And tune in next time as we unravel more captivating tales and insights on the WGI Unleashed Podcast. Until then, stay inspired and keep unleashing your potential! Visit your favorite podcast app now and subscribe to WGI Unleashed to receive alerts every time a new episode drops. You can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Google Podcasts, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!

Class XII members Dan Kimble, Nina Krause and Sandy McArthur discuss their top takeaways from Seminar III in Clewiston, Belle Glade and Miami.

Hailing from Belle Glade, Florida, Dr. Brown shares a childhood steeped in diverse cultural experiences, raised by both grandparents and exposed to various cultures while studying across different states.As an Associate Professor at Meharry Medical College, Dr. Brown's dedication to reducing health disparities is evident in her focus on epidemiology, employing principles to advocate for health promotion, prevention, and education. Her journey, from earning her undergraduate and Master of Public Health degrees at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University to attaining her Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology from the University of Pittsburgh, is a testament to her unwavering commitment to academic excellence and equity.Previously serving as the Director of the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program at Florida International University, Dr. Brown's work aimed at preparing students from underrepresented backgrounds for doctoral study, perpetuating the legacy of Dr. Ronald E. McNair.Her profound dedication extends beyond academia. As a proud pet parent to Kirby, the lively toy poodle, and an adored “Tee Tee Nanny” to four nieces and two nephews, Dr. Brown's compassionate spirit radiates through both her professional and personal spheres.Join us as we celebrate the impactful odyssey of Dr. Vanisha Lockett Brown, a true inspiration illuminating paths to success and advocacy in health and education.

Step into the life of Antonio Frances, a man born and raised in Belle Glade, Florida, whose entire family lived in a one-room shack. Antonio had no father because he was in prison for murder. This is a fantastic testimony provided by Delafe Testimonies.

Disney's latest update to Genie+ isn't really big news, but it is a welcome enhancement that may signal more things to come. The good and the bad of this update for the Disney traveler, plus Rogers: The Musical top tips and more Disney travel news. Update to Disney Genie+ Service at Walt Disney WorldIn a first baby step towards making Disney Genie+ a little more flexible, you will now have the option to purchase Genie+ for a single-park option or a new multiple-parks option. With this addition prices may be lower at some parks compared to others. Nothing else has changed. What we're all really waiting for is the ability to be able to make Genie+ reservations before the day of your visit. So while this is a welcome change, it is nothing more than a baby step with the hopes of truly bigger news still to come.--How to Increase Your Odds of Seeing ‘Rogers: The Musical' at Disney California Adventure ParkRogers: The Musical kicks off this week at Disney California Adventure Park and runs until August 31. With that in mind, here is the most important news you need to know as a Disney traveler.Joining the free virtual queue on the Disneyland app is recommendedRogers: The Musical will have several shows daily, Tuesday through Saturday most weeks during its limited-time run. You can gain access to the viewing areas for the show through a virtual queue system available only through the Disneyland app.Each performance day, distribution for the complimentary virtual queue will start at 10:30 a.m. PT for the first two shows of the day and it will reopen at 2:00 p.m. PT for the remaining shows each day.The virtual queue isn't mandatory, but it's highly recommended. If the virtual queue is full, you can check in at the Hyperion Theater before Rogers: The Musical begins to check for any walk-up viewing options.Dining Package for Rogers: The MusicalInstead of going the virtual queue route, you can try to buy a “Rogers: The Musical” Premium Viewing Experience package for $29 per person from the Studio Catering Co. Truck in Hollywood Land. We say try because quantities are limited per performance. The package includes a “Rogers: The Musical” popcorn bucket with kettle corn and choice of bottled beverage, plus access to lounge seating before the show, priority choice of seating in the theater, a souvenir lanyard and access to a unique photo opportunity. --Updates on San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure ParkStarting in mid-July, you'll be able to try some new San Fransokyo food at Lucky Fortune Cookery and the Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería. More dining options and new shopping will open through mid-August.Here's more about what you'll be able to see and do in San Fransokyo Square.·       Interact with Hiro and Baymax, who will say hello outside the Hamada Bot Shop. ·       Near the Hamada Bot Shop will be the San Fransokyo Maker's Market, a store stocked with apparel, homewares and more featuring Baymax and friends. Be sure to look up to the rafters overhead to find the local battlebot champion, Hiro's Megabot.·       Across the way, a vending machine will dispense collectible golden medallions featuring Baymax and other images from San Fransokyo.A look at some of the new San Fransokyo dining options:Aunt Cass Café, the second bakery café operated by Hiro's loving aunt, will serve soups in freshly-baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and other Japanese-inspired cuisine. Watch for the mural of Aunt Cass' lucky pet cat, Mochi on the storefront.An old fishing net tannery across from the café is being converted to Rita's Turbine Blenders, a giant drink dispenser offering margaritas and cold drinks. The refreshment stand is owned and named after the repair tech who maintains the floating wind turbine (a giant koi fish) that sits atop the structure.In addition to these locations, there will be new menu items at Cocina Cucamonga and Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop as well. --Foodie Guide to Flavors of Florida at Disney SpringsFlavors of Florida take place in Disney Springs from July 1 to August 13 at over 30 locations.Here is the complete menu guide to Flavors of Florida 2023 at Walt Disney World, including our top picks.Amorette's Patisserie   Orange Cream Puff: Choux pastry with orange craquelin filled with orange curd and honey orange gel (New) Orange Bird Dome Cake: Layers of Grand Marnier-soaked vanilla chiffon cake, mandarin pâte de fruit, mandarin orange cream, and white chocolate crispy pearls (Available for pre-orders and cake decorating experience) (New) Strawberry Spritzer: French 75 with strawberry purée in a Flavors of Florida CORKCICLE (New) The BOATHOUSEPan Roasted Golden Tilefish: Citrus escabeche, coconut ginger rice, and cilantro aïoli (New) Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' Key West Shrimp Cocktail: Seasoned shrimp tossed with a mix of avocado, mango, cucumber, and a house-made cocktail sauce accompanied by homemade buttermilk crackers (New) Florida Crush Cocktail: Florida oranges and strawberries muddled with Tito's Handmade Vodka, then topped with a splash of freshly-squeezed orange juice and agave syrup (New) Chicken Guy!Sunshine Shake: A blend of hand-spun vanilla soft-serve and fresh Florida orange juice garnished with a crown of fresh whipped creamCity Works Eatery & Pour HouseSeared Grouper: Pan-seared grouper melds with citrus chipotle rice, Cuban spiced black bean puree, smoked watermelon pico de gallo, chili oil, and micro cilantro (New) Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage BarOrange Cream Float: Mix of Coca-Cola, vanilla ice cream and an orange cream bar presented in a novelty cup you can take home for a memorable treat (New) > Amelia's Pick D-Luxe Burger Lime Garage Burger: Deluxe patty topped with pepper jack cheese, pork belly, and fried green tomato served with an avocado, lime, and jalapeño spread Orange Bird Milkshake: Vanilla gelato and orange topped with sprinkles Dockside MargaritasFrozen Orange Daiquiri: Siesta Key Silver rum, Cointreau liqueur, orange juice, and vanilla ice cream garnished with an orange wedge (New) The EdisonSunny Disposition: Florida cane vodka from St. Augustine, Florida orange liqueur, Lillet Blanc, fruity fraise de bois, and local fruits including navel oranges, Minneola tangelos, Plant City strawberries, and Indian River grapefruit (New) > Mike's Pick Enzo's Hideaway & Maria & Enzo's Key West Pink Shrimp Risotto: Fine Italian vialone nano rice, Key West pink shrimp, guanciale, sweet corn, herbs, and pecorino Romano (New) Creamsicle Coppa: Vanilla gelato, made in-house, paired with orange sorbet, whipped cream and white chocolate crunchy pearls, recreating a classic childhood favorite dessert (New) Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew Citrus Dream Donut: Orange-glazed confection with white buttercream, citrus-flavored icing, an orange-flavored candy, and fresh mint Orange Lemonade with Sweet Cold Foam: Blend of lemonade and orange juice cold foam Frontera Cocina Orange Shrimp Cocktail: Assortment of Florida pink shrimp, hibiscus-citrus avocado salsa, jicama, cucumber, red onions, cilantro, and lime served with tortilla chips Agave Maria: Tromba Tequila Blanco, Ilegal Mezcal Joven, clarified lemon juice, and orange liqueur (New) The Ganachery Honey Lavender Square: Ganache square flavored with honey and lavender and covered in dark chocolate (New) Key Lime Pop: White chocolate with key lime juice and fresh lime zest covered with dark chocolate Gideon's Bakehouse Key Lime Chocolate Chip Cookie: Vanilla bean cookie dough infused with Florida Key lime juice and blanketed with premium chocolate chips and special Key lime pie crumbs (New) Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew: Dessert coffee made with locally roasted beans, maple syrup, rich dark chocolate, and delicious Florida oranges (New) House of Blues Restaurant & Bar Florida Sunshine Mango Lager: New seasonal lager on draft from the Winter Garden-based brewery Crooked Can (New) Local Florida Mahi Tacos: Tacos served on a flour tortilla, filled with pickled onion and coleslaw, and topped with cilantro crema and fresh cilantro (New) Jaleo by José Andrés Ensalada de Sandía y Tomate: Salad made with compressed Florida watermelon, heirloom tomatoes, PX reduction, goat cheese, pistachios, and sherry dressing (New) Vieras crudas a los cítricos: Thinly sliced scallops dressed with Florida citrus dressing (New) Gambas Gabardina: Beer-battered Florida Atlantic white shrimp with caper mayonnaise (New) Pato con Melocotónes y Naranjas: Seared duck breast with sweet peaches and a Valencia orange glaze (New) Jamón Serrano con Melón: 24-month cured serrano ham with summer melon and sherry dressing (New) Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar Florida Shrimp Tacos: Florida jerk marinated gulf shrimp, watermelon, avocado, pico de gallo, and jalapeño served on a corn tortilla with a lime Jock's Citrus Old Fashioned: A classic cocktail with a Florida summer twist Florida Mule: Florida Cane “Orlando Orange” Vodka, ginger beer, orange juice, and simple syrup  Joffrey's Coffee & Tea CompanyBuzzin' Honey Latte: A buzzing combo of espresso, milk, honey, and vanilla syrup topped with cold foam and a special character (New) Morimoto Asia Cedar Key Clams “Chow Fun”: Cantonese dish with fresh Cedar Key clams, flat rice noodles, garlic chives, and Chinese black bean sauce (New) “Banh Gan” Orange Blossom Crème Caramel: Vietnamese crème caramel reimagined with orange segments, sweet cream, and candied zest (New) > Amelia's Pick Orenji Dreamsicle: Cocktail that blends the flavors of Florida and Japan, made with Absolut Vanilia and citrus-infused Haku vodka, Cointreau, orange juice, orgeat, and Calpico (New) PaddlefishKey Lime Pie: Graham cracker crust and torched meringuePizza PontePizza Diavola: Salame Calabrese and chili with local Orlando petal honey (New) > Mike's PickThe Polite PigKey West Pink Shrimp Ceviche: Shrimp, smoked melon, shishito peppers, and local tomato vinaigrette with a drizzle of hot honey (New) Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant Sunshine State of Mind: Sweet orange pudding with whipped cream and an orange butterscotch sauce (New) The Florida Split: Florida P1 Vodka, Florida local J.F. Haden's Mango Liqueur, vanilla ice cream, and orange and mango juice (New) Rainforest Cafe Malibu Combo: Jerk seasoned mahi mahi topped with red onion and pineapple salsa served alongside Caribbean coconut shrimp with a coconut rum sauce and Caribbean rice (New) Sailfish Brewing Sunrise City IPA: West coast-style IPA brewed with Columbus, Amarillo, and Mosaic hops, featuring a smooth finish and notes of bitter citrus (New) Salt & StrawExquisito Guanabana Stracciatella: Tropical guanabana sherbet swirled with ribbons of dark chocolate Stracciatella with a floral undertone (New) The Spice and Tea ExchangeFlorida Sunshine Tea: Blend of floral and citrus flavors (New) (Available hot or iced) Splitsville Dining Room Grilled Key West Pink Shrimp Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette: Spring mix greens, strawberries, oranges, cucumbers, tomato, parsley, red onions, and feta cheese tossed in strawberry vinaigrette Key Lime Pie Martini: Florida's dessert in a glass rimmed with graham cracker crumbs (New) STK Orlando Cuban Sandwich: Pulled pork, ham, and cheese with pickles and mustard (New) Conch Fritters: Conch fritters with a spicy remoulade sauce and lime wedges (New) Key Lime Bar topped with meringue, lime zest, and toasted coconut (New) Sunshine ChurrosOrange County Creamsicle: Churro rolled in orange sugar topped with cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of orange and white toppings (New) > Amelia's Pick Swirls on the WaterOrange Bird Sundae: DOLE Whip Orange in a vanilla waffle bowl with whipped cream, green sprinkles, and an Orange Bird chocolate decoration (New) Terralina Crafted ItalianAlmare Spritz (New)  Classico: Classic Italian spritz flavors of bitter orange, rhubarb, and subtle herbal notes Hugo: Refreshing and bright with elderflower, lemon, and mint Rosa: Notes of grapefruit, bitter herbs, and flowers T-REX Blackened Tuna: Tuna seared rare served over cilantro-lime rice with a side of mango, avocado, and heirloom cherry tomato salad (New) Oyster City Mangrove Pale Ale: Classic pale ale with a malty body and mild hops fermented in mangos for a tropical, fruit-forward flavor Vivoli il Gelato Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato: Cake batter gelato, strawberry sauce, and fresh strawberries inside a warm Italian doughnut (New) Orange Blossom Honey Cannoli: Creamy blend of ricotta and orange blossom honey served in a crispy Italian pastry shell (New) > Mike's Pick Wine Bar George— A Restaurant & Bar Dicuru Burrata: Dicuru burrata paired with tomatoes from The Villages Grown, Belle Glade corn, and Olde Hearth sourdough bread featuring ingredients sourced from Florida (New) Frozen Old Fashioned: Frozen old fashioned made with DOLE Whip Orange and George Dickel 8-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey YeSake Florida Fresh Poke Bowl: Fluffy rice, grilled chicken, crisp lettuce, carrots, cucumber, avocado, mandarin oranges, and tempura crunch topped with a savory roasted sesame sauce (New) Florida Sunset: A tropical blend of Ozeki Sake, Nigori Sake, Monin Banana, and peach syrups and DOLE Pineapple Juice (New) Outdoor Bars Throughout Disney Springs Blood Orange Gin and Tonic: St. Augustine Gin, Tippler's Orange, blood orange, and tonic water garnished with an orange wedge Key Lime Margarita: Patrón Silver tequila, Grand Marnier liqueur, Key lime juice, and vanilla garnished with a half graham cracker rim (New) Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

The Supreme Court decided to leave intact the Indian Child Welfare Act, which gives Native American families and tribal members priority in the adoption of Native American children. Journalist Rebecca Nagle tells us more. Then, in the 1980s and '90s, thousands of workers from mostly Jamaica came to Belle Glade, Florida, each year to cut sugarcane by hand. But while big corporations got rich, the workers were forced to do extremely dangerous work for little pay. "Big Sugar" podcast host Celeste Headlee talks about how the sugar industry exploited migrant workers in the 1980s and 90s. Then, Joe Carlucci, owner of Valentina's Pizzeria & Wine Bar in Madison, Alabama, won the Best Pizza Maker of the Year and Best Non-Traditional Pizza awards at this year's International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas. He tells us how he does it.

We recap this year's Masters Tournament plus look back to Mark Calcavecchia's runner-up finish in 1988 and Olin Browne's first appearance in the Masters in 1998. John Patrick, Host of the Augusta Golf Show, shares his thoughts on this year's tournament plus some of the rumored new expansions at Augusta National. South Florida Executive Direct of the PGA of America, Geoff Lofstead, talks about their relationship with Jack Nicklaus and Jack's Play Yellow Birdie Bash. We also hear about how the Section is working with former Steelers WR Santonio Holmes to help grow the game at his high school alma mater in Belle Glade, Florida.

One quiet morning on October 26th of 1976, a fisherman in the south of Belle Glade found what appeared to be skeletal remains. The findings were visible from a dirt roadway between Belle Glade and South Bay. The skeleton was dressed in blue jeans with a Levi belt, no shirt, and brown Dan Post cow-boy style boots, size 10 and a half. This is the story of The Open Field.   

Interview by Haze of DGB https://www.instagram.com/mike_tall Last week we sat down with buzzing South Florida artist DKE Author for an exclusive “Off The Porch” interview! During our conversation he talked about life in Belle Glade, jumping off the porch, being in the church choir growing up, going to college in Kansas, witnessing racism for the first time while in Kansas, recording just 2 years ago, manifesting his music career, his breakthrough single “That Guy” blowing up, signing to Atlantic Records, the music scene in Belle Glade right now, his upcoming project ‘No Regrets', his new songs “Ghetto Love” & “No Hook”, upcoming song with Jucee Froot, being managed by J. Prince & Rap-A-Lot, and much more!

Please consider supporting the show by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/blackcoldcaseOn May 1, 1991, a 911 dispatcher in Miami, Florida, received a call from a man who claimed that he had witnessed a horrifying murder in Belle Glade, eighty miles north of Miami. He also said that he had gotten the license plate number of the killer's car. The dispatcher had trouble understanding the caller because he was speaking quickly in Spanish. She connected him to detective Burt Blanco. In a rushed, nervous voice, the caller began to describe a grisly scene that he had witnessed several days earlier. He said he was hunting illegally in a sugar cane field when he heard a vehicle in the distance. He said that as he ran to hide, a blue Ford Bronco pulled up nearby. A man and a woman got out. She called him "Ricardito".-----Frontera Prison, located forty-five miles south of Los Angeles, California, is one of the largest women's penitentiaries in the United States. Its maximum-security wing houses some of California's most dangerous female offenders. Yet it is the alleged criminal activities of some guards and administrators that have shoved Frontera into the public spotlight. During the early 1990s, former prison employees made sensational allegations of widespread drug trafficking at the prison. They tied these charges of corruption to a pair of seemingly isolated incidents – the disappearance and subsequent murder of a Frontera guard, Jesslyn Rich, in 1984, and the controversial death of a twenty-five-year-old inmate named Terry Lucas three years later.Support the show

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Chuck opens hour two with yet another example of a misstep by “The Alliance.” He then talks South Carolina Gamecocks with Heath Cline of 107.5 The Game. Bryan Harsin makes a coaching move to his Auburn coaching staff. Also, Don Bailey Jr. of the Miami Hurricanes radio broadcast joins the show.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Big Blend Radio features central Florida musician Brian Smalley who discusses his acoustic novel, "Chosen," a musical murder mystery set in Belle Glade, Florida. The story is fiction, but the core of this material is very real. The album boasts a gaggle of talented folks who help to tell this nearly eighty minute story. Brian and (in order of appearance) Grant Peeples, Tony Macaluso, Lis Williamson, Christian Ward, Sam Pacetti, Marianne Lerbs, Jonathan Hodge & Lon Williamson offer up splendiferous performances which make this opera come to life. More: https://www.briansmalley.com/Featured "Chosen" songs on this episode include "Three or Four Days a Week," and "He'd Talk About Mango." Special thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode: https://nationalparksartsfoundation.org/

This episode of Big Blend Radio features central Florida musician Brian Smalley who discusses his acoustic novel, "Chosen," a musical murder mystery set in Belle Glade, Florida. The story is fiction, but the core of this material is very real. The album boasts a gaggle of talented folks who help to tell this nearly eighty minute story. Brian and (in order of appearance) Grant Peeples, Tony Macaluso, Lis Williamson, Christian Ward, Sam Pacetti, Marianne Lerbs, Jonathan Hodge & Lon Williamson offer up splendiferous performances which make this opera come to life. More:  https://www.briansmalley.com/ Featured  "Chosen" songs on this episode include "Three or Four Days a Week," and "He'd Talk About Mango."  Special thank you to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this episode: https://nationalparksartsfoundation.org/

It's about time Fred Taylor gets his due. Patrick Peterson and Bryant McFadden do that by welcoming on the former Gator and Jaguar great to discuss recent moves made by his old organization and to highlight his case for the Hall of Fame and lots more (29:00). But first, our co-hosts chop it up on the NFL Draft with a focus on the Vikings' pick and how some of our former guests fared (2:00). 'Has Pat Heard' tests P2's knowledge of juicy football rumors (11:30), while we learn Pat's first impressions of Minnesota during our newly re-branded '7 Questions' segment (23:15). Then it's time to chat with a great pro (whether it be at football or podcasting), Fred Taylor (29:00). Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne are now Jags, so what does the man who spent 11 years with the organization think of the selections? Tim Tebow is also rumored to potentially be joining the team as we hear Fred's feelings about his return. Taylor then shares what it was like growing up in Belle Glade, Florida, and addresses the legend of kids chasing rabbits in his hometown. He traveled north to the University of Florida for his college career then not too far to Jacksonville for his pro career as we discover more about those experiences. Fred details how injuries early in his career could have negatively impacted the perception of his game in the long run. Playing in a small football market also didn't help his case when it came time for Pro Bowl selections. Despite all that, he built a strong case for the Hall of Fame and believes he will eventually be inducted. Hear Taylor relive memories of a 2007 playoff matchup vs. the Steelers and explain why his podcast "I Am Athlete" has found so much success. Superlatives attempt to settle the greatest Jaguar of all time! 'All Things Covered' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  You can listen to All Things Covered on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the All Things Covered podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the All Things Covered podcast." Visit the All Things Covered YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/allthingscovered Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AllThingsCoveredPod Follow Pat on Instagram and Twitter Follow BMac on Instagram and Twitter Follow All Things Covered on Instagram and Twitter Produced by: @E_DeBerardinis For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What up Breathe Easy, we took it all the way up north with this one, Florida north. We had the big homie 877PC Problum Child come thru and bless us with that Belle Glade swag. Sit back relax and enjoy the show, the homie Melissa came thru as well so you know it's nothing but laughs!!!! Enjoy!!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Cuff and Mo open up the lab and welcome in the founder of the Cigar Pxrn clothing line, James Lee. The native of Belle Glade, Florida explains the origins of the clothing line and the research he put into it before he ever a made a shirt. The retired NFL veteran talks about using the same work ethic that he had on the field to get the brand off the ground and making sure that it's set up for long term success. Consistency and service play a huge part in the brand and James explains why those two core tenants of his company are so important to him. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ryan-cuffee4/message

Today we sat down with Robert Mitchell. Candidate for Belle Glade City Commissioner Seat D.  We Talk Palm Beach County Sheriff Department and how they handle the killing of his nephew Henry Bennett. His dedication the his home town of Belle Glade. The impact of the sugar cane burning in The Glades area. AND MUCH MORE!

A former linebacker for the Florida Gators who earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the University of Florida is now a passionate educator and middle school math teacher in his hometown of Belle Glade, Florida. Hygens Succes reinvests in the community that shaped him because his journey as a first-generation college student was supported by the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarship (MFOS). The MFOS program provides transformative access, comprehensive scholarships, and elite support programs that change the academic trajectories of first-generation students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour: Hoch reminisces on his early days in radio as a DJ in Belle Glade. After, Jerry Brewer of the WaPo discusses Jimmy Butlers winning formula and Adam Gase is back on his BS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tucked between Lake Okeechobee and Florida’s vast Everglades, the towns of Pahokee and Belle Glade are known as “Muck City” because of the dark soil that fuels one of the largest sugarcane crops on the planet. Muck City is home to one of the greatest rivalries in football – between Pahokee and Glades Central High Schools. These two powerhouses produce more professional football players per capita than anywhere else, including NFL stars Anquan Boldin, Santonio Holmes, Andre Waters, Rickey Jackson, Fred Taylor, Jimmy Spencer and Jessie Hester. Filmed at both schools in 2019, CuriosityStream’s first original docu-series 4th and Forever: Muck City documents the emotional roller coaster behind this ongoing rivalry – from the hopeful days of training camp to the high stakes of the annual “Muck Bowl,” one of the most intense match-ups in high school sports. The eight-part series takes viewers beyond the gridiron, presenting an inspiring portrait of an American community united in its goal to help their youth succeed despite daunting challenges. Inspired by faith, family and football, DJ Boldin, a Pahokee alumnus and brother of NFL star Anquan Boldin, uses his life experiences and personal beliefs to coach his beloved Blue Devils of Pahokee. Before returning to Pahokee, Boldin was an Offensive Assistant in the NFL for the San Francisco 49ers and played for the Detroit Lions and in the Canadian Football League. Coach Boldin can discuss the new series, why this region has become famous for creating NFL stars, and his community’s commitment to help young people achieve a better life.

Tucked between Lake Okeechobee and Florida’s vast Everglades, the towns of Pahokee and Belle Glade are known as “Muck City” because of the dark soil that fuels one of the largest sugarcane crops on the planet. Muck City is home to one of the greatest rivalries in football – between Pahokee and Glades Central High Schools. These two powerhouses produce more professional football players per capita than anywhere else, including NFL stars Anquan Boldin, Santonio Holmes, Andre Waters, Rickey Jackson, Fred Taylor, Jimmy Spencer and Jessie Hester. Filmed at both schools in 2019, CuriosityStream’s first original docu-series 4th and Forever: Muck City documents the emotional roller coaster behind this ongoing rivalry – from the hopeful days of training camp to the high stakes of the annual “Muck Bowl,” one of the most intense match-ups in high school sports. The eight-part series takes viewers beyond the gridiron, presenting an inspiring portrait of an American community united in its goal to help their youth succeed despite daunting challenges. Inspired by faith, family and football, DJ Boldin, a Pahokee alumnus and brother of NFL star Anquan Boldin, uses his life experiences and personal beliefs to coach his beloved Blue Devils of Pahokee. Before returning to Pahokee, Boldin was an Offensive Assistant in the NFL for the San Francisco 49ers and played for the Detroit Lions and in the Canadian Football League. Coach Boldin can discuss the new series, why this region has become famous for creating NFL stars, and his community’s commitment to help young people achieve a better life.

Tucked between Lake Okeechobee and Florida’s vast Everglades, the towns of Pahokee and Belle Glade are known as “Muck City” because of the dark soil that fuels one of the largest sugarcane crops on the planet. Muck City is home to one of the greatest rivalries in football – between Pahokee and Glades Central High Schools. These two powerhouses produce more professional football players per capita than anywhere else, including NFL stars Anquan Boldin, Santonio Holmes, Andre Waters, Rickey Jackson, Fred Taylor, Jimmy Spencer and Jessie Hester. Filmed at both schools in 2019, CuriosityStream’s first original docu-series 4th and Forever: Muck City documents the emotional roller coaster behind this ongoing rivalry – from the hopeful days of training camp to the high stakes of the annual “Muck Bowl,” one of the most intense match-ups in high school sports. The eight-part series takes viewers beyond the gridiron, presenting an inspiring portrait of an American community united in its goal to help their youth succeed despite daunting challenges. Inspired by faith, family and football, DJ Boldin, a Pahokee alumnus and brother of NFL star Anquan Boldin, uses his life experiences and personal beliefs to coach his beloved Blue Devils of Pahokee. Before returning to Pahokee, Boldin was an Offensive Assistant in the NFL for the San Francisco 49ers and played for the Detroit Lions and in the Canadian Football League. Coach Boldin can discuss the new series, why this region has become famous for creating NFL stars, and his community’s commitment to help young people achieve a better life.

Hosts Tracy Swain and JaVonne Williams are joined by Mrs. Kimberly Abrams-Parson of Mama’s Fixins Soulfood, BBQ & more.  In today's episode, Kimberly shares her entrepreneurial journey as a mobile catering business and how to connect and build community partnerships with other small and large businesses in the Central Florida area. At the encouragement of family and friends, Mama’s Fixins originated as a lunch delivery service. Ms. Parson started out delivering to offices in the downtown Orlando, Sandford, Maitland, and Lake Mary areas. Within a short period, the lunch delivery service grew by word of mouth and transitioned into a mobile dining and catering service. Mama’s Fixins’ menu features a variety of down-home favorites. Everything from Mama’s Original Fried Chicken, Southern fried fish, smothered pork chops, BBQ ribs, honey-glazed ham, collard greens, and macaroni & cheese to more traditional fares such as broiled and grilled fish, herb-roasted chicken, garlic smashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole and a host of other delicacies. Prior to launching her mobile dining and catering business, Mrs. Abrams-Parson had a successful public service career in government administration working for various cities and counties that included the City of Belle Glade, FL, City of West Palm Beach, FL, City of Corvallis, OR, and the County of Greenville, SC. After seventeen years in public service, Mrs. Abrams-Parson started and operated Abrams & Associates Consulting where she provided training and assessment services to governmental entities, private and non-profits groups and organizations. She received both her B.A. Degree in Sociology and Master’s in Public Administration from the University of South Florida. She is also a Certified Family & Civil Mediator by the Florida Supreme Court. To learn more about Kimberly Abrams-Parson including her catering services, visit her website at https://mamasfixinssoulfood.com. You can also Follow Mamas Fixins Soulfood on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/mamasfixinssoulfood/ and Twitter@MamasFixins, Instagram@mamas_09. Looking to book your next private or corporate event, contact them at 407-451-2569 or klaconsult1@aol.com.  

A Small Region in Florida Nicknamed “Muck City” Produces More Professional Football Players Than Anywhere Else CuriosityStream’s 4TH AND FOREVER: MUCK CITY Follows the Rival High School Football Programs that Launched Dozens of NFL Stars Ric Speaks with Coach Demir “DJ” Boldin, Head High School Football Coach, Former NFL Wide Receiver and Brother of NFL Star Anquan Boldin Tucked between Lake Okeechobee and Florida’s vast Everglades, the towns of Pahokee and Belle Glade are known as “Muck City” because of the dark soil that fuels one of the largest sugarcane crops on the planet. Muck City is home to one of the greatest rivalries in football – between Pahokee and Glades Central High Schools. These two powerhouses produce more professional football players per capita than anywhere else, including NFL stars Anquan Boldin, Santonio Holmes, Andre Waters, Rickey Jackson, Fred Taylor, Jimmy Spencer and Jessie Hester. Filmed at both schools in 2019, CuriosityStream’s first original docu-series 4th and Forever: Muck City documents the emotional roller coaster behind this ongoing rivalry – from the hopeful days of training camp to the high stakes of the annual “Muck Bowl,” one of the most intense match-ups in high school sports. The eight-part series takes viewers beyond the gridiron, presenting an inspiring portrait of an American community united in its goal to help their youth succeed despite daunting challenges. Inspired by faith, family and football, DJ Boldin, a Pahokee alumnus and brother of NFL star Anquan Boldin, uses his life experiences and personal beliefs to coach his beloved Blue Devils of Pahokee. Before returning to Pahokee, Boldin was an Offensive Assistant in the NFL for the San Francisco 49ers and played for the Detroit Lions and in the Canadian Football League. Coach Boldin can discuss the new series, why this region has become famous for creating NFL stars, and his community’s commitment to help young people achieve a better life. For more info, visit: https://curiositystream.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/muckcity.mp3

Hosts Tracy Swain and JaVonne Williams are joined by Gus Gregory. Gus Gregory is the Founder and Owner of People First Security a personal security firm. In this episode, we discuss how business owners can build relationships with law enforcement agencies, when it is a good time to seek a security firm and why it is important to have security firm services. A graduate of Clewiston High School, Gus attended Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. Upon returning home, Gus began his career in law enforcement at the Glades County Correctional Facility in Belle Glade, Florida. Gus and his family then relocated to Georgia where he continued his law enforcement career working for municipalities surrounding the Atlanta area. Gus then furthered his law enforcement career by becoming a certified Law Enforcement Deputy II. Gus has been employed with his current police department for more than nine years. During his tenure as a Law Enforcement Officer, Gus has served on the SWAT team, other law enforcement departments and assisted multiple law enforcement agencies with criminal investigations. In addition to being a Law Enforcement Officer, Gus founded the private security firm People First Security, LLC specializing in private and personal security for clients, company/corporate events, faith base organizations, venues, parties and much more. Gus' experience of being a police officer allows him to provide insight on gun safety and self-defense as he provides gun safety courses and FREE self-defense for women and families in the Atlanta area. To learn more about Gus Gregory including the People First Security Services or Self Defense Training, call 770-864-3601 or visit their website at https://www.people1stsecurity.com, on Instragram: @peoplefirst_securityllc , on Facebook @pfsCompany.

This episode is brought to you by Natural Disasters, a Parcast Original. For more episodes like this one, subscribe to Natural Disasters on Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. After the Okeechobee Hurricane ravaged the town of Belle Glade in 1928, citizens struggled to recover from the storm’s deadly wake. The official death toll was one of the largest ever reported from a hurricane at that time.

After the Okeechobee Hurricane ravaged the town of Belle Glade in 1928, citizens struggled to recover from the storm’s deadly wake. The official death toll was one of the largest ever reported from a hurricane at that time.

After the Okeechobee Hurricane ravaged the town of Belle Glade in 1928, citizens struggled to recover from the storm’s deadly wake. The official death toll was one of the largest ever reported from a hurricane at that time.

Anthony Norton is a former college football player from Belle Glade, Florida turned book author.  His new book "PeeWee, I Swear I’m not Lying: Experience Changes Lives…Or So I Think!" is available online and in bookstores.   (From Amazon) This book offers a glimpse into the significance of human perspective. Among the many lessons it holds is one that highlights the role of experiences, and the path one selects for himself. Furthermore, it teaches one that he must correct his perspective in order to move in the right direction.Secondly, this book lays emphasis on the teachings of the church and reflects how God guides us towards the right path. Last, but not the least, the book touches upon the importance of good company. Good companions guide you towards the light, while bad companions push you far into the depths of darkness. Your life is a sum of your experiences, and your experiences are brought by the company you keep. So, make sure it is worth keeping.  

Straight up out The Muck, Belle Glade's very own DKE Author sat down with Peazo Bambi to talk his come up and breakout single "That Guy." “You think I should tell ‘em ‘bout the remix? Fort Myers, we got a remix ... from Fort Myers. He from Fort Myers.” SAY LESS!!!

The board of trustees of Quantum Foundation, under the chairmanship of Ethel Isaacs Williams, recently approved nine new grants totaling more than $800,000 to Palm Beach County-based nonprofits. Quantum Foundation's mission is to fund initiatives that improve the health of Palm Beach County residents. In 1998, Quantum Foundation marked its rookie year as one of Palm Beach County's newest and largest philanthropic organizations with an impressive $7.6 million granted to more than 40 Palm Beach County projects. Twenty years later, with assets of approximately $150 million, the organization's focus remains on keeping Palm Beach County healthy. Their 20 years' worth of awards totals more than $140 million and has impacted hundreds of local nonprofit organizations. Every dollar the foundation grants continues to stay in the county to benefit local communities. The most recent cycle of grants focuses on better engagement in health, greater access to resources for health, and stronger connections for healthy communities. Of the nine grants allocated for the first quarter of 2019, $75,000 went to Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County (HFHPBC) to support their Western Communities Expansion Program, which will provide affordable housing for home ownership, home preservation and repair services, financial counselling, and other supportive services for families in the Glades area, as well as the creation of a Habitat satellite office in Belle Glade. This new and permanent presence will allow HFHPBC to contract with local vendors and hire local residents to help fulfill the mission of Habitat to build homes, communities, and hope for families in the Glades.

NFL Legend Fred Taylor and Senator Joseph talk with Evan Golden about football, greatest running backs of all time and the City of Belle Glade producing the most NFL football players!Link to Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/_VR8ZBMHWik

Without a free market for over almost 60 years, Cubans have been forced to make do without most things. Turns out your average Cuban is pretty ingenious. Randy Batista, Jorge Lavoy, and Gabriela Azcuy, decided to start collecting examples of how Cubans have repurposed almost everything into something. From turning Soviet washing machines into lawnmowers and electric coils into water heaters, the collection highlights how hardship forces creativity. Produced by Rob Rothschild at Heartwood Soundstage in Gainesville, Florida. TRANSCRIPT: Intro: 0:01 Inventors and their inventions. Welcome to Radio Cade a podcast from the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida. The museum is named after James Robert Cade, who invented Gatorade in 1965. My name is Richard Miles. We’ll introduce you to inventors and the things that motivate them, we’ll learn about their personal stories, how their inventions work, and how their ideas get from the laboratory to the marketplace. Richard Miles: 0:39 Necessity is the mother of invention. And one of the places in the world that has had to be the most inventive is in Cuba, for about the last 60 years and here as our guest today , uh, where it’s a pleasure to have Randy Batista , uh , long time local. Randy, you’ve done a little bit of everything. So it’s hard to describe. We also have , uh, Gabby Azcuy , who’s the curator of the exhibit , um , that we’re going to be talking about and Jorge Lavoy. Uh, welcome all of you. Randy Batisa: 1:11 Thank you. Richard Miles: 1:11 First of all, let’s tell listeners what we’re actually talking about. There is an exhibit called, Cuban Ingenuity, the Artistry of the Everyday Inventor. It is opening soon, or at least a sneak peek on March the ninth, and it’s going to run through the end of the year. And , um , basically I’m going to let Gabby give a very short description , uh, before we talk about it more in detail, what exactly is this , uh, exhibit about and what are people going to see when they walk in the door? Gabby Azcuy: 1:38 So Cuba Ingenuity is a compilation of videos, objects , and graphics that will be in the West Gallery in the Cade Museum. We will have around 45, 50 objects of different sites, medium, small, and , uh , some , uh, videos that will project the reality in these days in Havana. Richard Miles: 1:56 So , um , Gabby, just to clarify you and Jorge , um , did you personally select or curate all of these , uh, all the objects in the exhibit? Jorge Lavoy: 2:04 Yeah, that’s, that’s correct. We , um, we did three trips to Cuba to find and bringing all these objects from there. So was a really hard task for us because we have , uh, as Cubans, we don’t think that , uh, we have like awesome inventions or , uh, um, appealing objects to, you know, to maybe , uh, people from, you know , um , U.S. or countries that have a lot of , uh, progress medicine , you know, big, big countries with , um, you know, a bunch of tools and resources. So as Cuban’s, you have , uh , the idea of , uh, just invent and it’s normal for you. You spend your whole life doing that. So it was really hard to , for , for us finding , uh, the, the good example of ingenuity, because for us, maybe we have our washer machine model converted in a lawnmower, and maybe we think that this is normal people don’t to see these like a cool thing. So for that reason, we have Ann Gilroy , she’s a curator of the Tomo Center and she was all the time, like our U.S. eyes seeing the other part, Oh, there bring that one too, because that that’s going to be cool. That’s going to be, you know, interesting, and that was a whole conflict with curating and finding the right objects. Richard Miles: 3:44 And I guess for , for our listeners who may be unfamiliar with recent Cuban history, I mean, essentially this has been a condition, as I mentioned, that’s gone back for over 50 years. I mean, in 1959 you had Fidel Castro come to power and kind of the disappearance of a market economy, you went to a socialist command economy. And then over time, Cuba became very dependent on the , the old Soviet Union for all sorts of things, everything from oil to , uh, spare parts and so on. And then the Soviet Union goes away in 1991 and things even get tougher for Cubans because now the main source of a lot of those things go away. And at that point , um, Randy, Cubans had to become really inventive, right? Because essentially , uh, their access to new products was almost non-existent or spare parts extremely limited. So you pretty much had to make, do with what you had. Give us an example of maybe a couple of the objects in the exhibit that demonstrate that inventiveness. Randy Batisa: 4:49 A real quick example would be a water heater, you know, for heating water in a bucket, they would just get a stick. They would carve out the stick to , and then they would roll up a piece of wire , copper wire. They would put it through the stick and then they would drop that stick with has wired and it just plug it into the wall and then they would just hit the water. I mean, that’s just a very small example. Richard Miles: 5:12 It doesn’t sound real safe. Randy Batisa: 5:14 It’s not trust me. And then, you know , just another quick one, it’s like taking a shower, r ight? No hot water. So they had these rigs that y ou’d have a switch on the wall and the shower head was wired to heat the water. And so sometimes as you were taking a shower, you would feel a little tinge of electricity running through your body. That’s just a very small example of what you can really, you know, and it, Richard, I mean, I can’t tell you it’s everything. It’s not just, you know, it’s, it’s everyday life. It’s about pencils. It’s about paper. It’s about using a magazine. The first time I went to Cuba t hat, u h, I was handed a piece of food that has been fried in t he, in the market, i n the street a nd the park and they r ipped a n ice piece of paper off of magazine and then they h anded tme my, my yuca, my fried yuca on a piece of, y ou k now, a magazine page, you know, and i t w as s o, I mean, the interesting thing about Cuba, like t he recycling is just, there’s nothing thrown away. I mean, somebody’s garbage. Someone will pick it up and they’ll do something with it. And it doesn’t matter what it is. Richard Miles: 6:19 I managed to get a sneak peek at some of the installation this morning. And I saw there that , um, it was explained to me that the, the old Soviet wash machines had these incredibly powerful motors, the rest of the washing machine wasn’t really built that well. Right. So essentially the washing machine itself would fall apart, but , but then Cubans figured out a way to repurpose those powerful motors. And there’s one that looked like it was a lawnmower? I mean, somebody had taken it and t urn i t into a l awn m ower with a machete underneath it. Gabby Azcuy: 6:48 Yeah. And , uh, the back, the bottom part is , uh , old drawer and some recycled wood. And the wheels are from that toys, baby carriage. Richard Miles: 7:00 Let, let me ask , um, is it your impression that, that this , uh , situation forced all Cubans to become more inventive? Or did you just have, you know , like the local guy on the block, who’s just really good with his hands and he’s the one that figures this all out, or is this like, everyone’s g ot t o step up? Gabby Azcuy: 7:17 I think for all of us, it was a journey of this, of this project, because we discovered that since I were born, since we born, we have been around ingenuity and innovation all the time, but we didn’t know. So, we were like two years without to come back Cuba. We came back because of this project. So for us, it was also this idea that every thing, everything in our houses was ingenuity. So maybe I grow with my mom, so maybe my mom wasn’t so much ingenuity, but everything in my house, even the fish tank, where they hid the water heater. Trying to get foreign channels, everything was ingenuity. So I learned stuff that I didn’t know that I was creating innovation and Jorgito was much to me because he grew up in division. They had to make even more inventions. Jorge Lavoy: 8:07 It’s kind of a mindset. You know, you, you just grow up with that and you , um, you have that in your mind and the way that, you know, your behavior is always with ingenuity, it’s not just about creating a tool or something to, to do whatever is, is , uh, also the way you think, the way you take a boost, the way you , uh, I don’t know, go to school, you are always trying to figure that out. You know, you are, your mind is always, you know, trying to find a solution for something because you always have a problem. Gabby Azcuy: 8:48 Yeah. We said to that in Spanish and Cuban , we said , uh , invent that, invent that so it’s like a normal thing we said, Oh, you have to invent. Randy Batisa: 8:56 Well, the things you learned about talking to any Cuban, the first time I went, it was like, as you sat there talking to them, if they heard, if you heard this phrase “no es fácil”, once you heard it, 30 times within a span of three minutes, because it is not easy, you know , and the phrase means it’s not easy. And it’s like, it was, it was just flow out of them as if it was water. I mean, it’s just like Randy, “no es fácil tu sabes” You know, and I think that’s, you know , like Jorgito was saying, you know, the, the interesting thing is that it’s , it is such a part of their life. Uh , the ingenuity at reinventing everything that is to them, it’s like, they were saying, you know, to them, it was like, okay, this is an everyday occurrence. But to us to see these items and the museum, it’s like, holy smokes, these guys have just really gone way either. And for them to try to bring these into these, you know , these inventions over picking them because they were so accustomed to it, this , that this , that that’s nothing. But to us who have not lived with that and see, Oh my God, this is really, really cool. You know? And I think that’s, what’s interesting about this show is that it really depicts the struggle and the ingenuity that these guys have, these individuals have done the community and that’s in the country. Richard Miles: 10:07 Whose idea was this? How did this come together? Randy, were you the one that sort of woke up one day and said, this would be cool? Or you know? Actually tell me how this came. Randy Batisa: 10:15 It’s Phoebe’s fault, your wife . Richard Miles: 10:21 Well that’s the default answer to everything. Randy Batisa: 10:23 Yes. As you well know, I did your wedding many years, a few years ago. I’m sure it was 10 years ago. Right ? Richard Miles: 10:29 You still did wedding photography. I’d put a plugin for you, but you don’t do it anymore. Randy Batisa: 10:32 No, no, no, no, no. Not only that, it was only black and white, which was an extreme case. Richard Miles: 10:37 I think we were your last wedding . I don’t know what that says about us. Randy Batisa: 10:40 No, no we were thrilled. We went out on a good note. Um, so anyway, so Phoebe and I kept in contact and she, I, I told her about my travels to Cuba and that I’d been really seeing all these incredible inventions and ingenuity that these people had been done. He said , well, you know, when we build the museum, you know, I’d like if we have an exhibit of the photographs of the exhibit, well, fast forward two years ago, G abby and Jorgito, u m, came to Gainesville to do a 2017, w ill you go on a n event? And they were just fabulous human beings. And so I told t hem a l ittle about t hat. You know, Phoebe has talked to me about doing this event and i t says, and they said, well, why don’t we just bring t he instruments over? I said, dude y ou’re off. And so that thing just kicked off and it has been a journey of just absolute joy. I mean, it’s you just go, Oh my God. You know, to bring these items over here to, you know, it was, has been an unbelievable scene. Ricard Miles: 11:34 You n otice what he just did? He just blamed this on y ou g uys. Yeah. Anything goes wrong, Jorge and Gabby. I t was totally their idea. Randy Batisa: 11:41 I w as j ust a , y ou k now, i t’s just the c atalyst i nstrument. Richard Miles: 11:43 So , so tell me your personal stories. U h Gabby and Jorge I mean, w e’re, u h, both of you were born in Cuba. Gabby Azcuy: 11:50 Yeah . Havana. Richard Miles: 11:51 In Havana, and , u m, when did you come to the States? Gabby Azcuy: 11:53 Uh , we came like three years ago. Exactly. And we born in the special period at that time. So we grew up with all the dissolution of the utopia of the revolution. We grow up with that falling apart. So we are that generation that is completely apathetic . We can send that. So it’s not, we are not like race and that , that political , um, program that they have from the beginning, like my parents. Yeah. Richard Miles: 12:22 Where your parents are , your parents still in Cuba? Gabby Azcuy: 12:24 My parents. And Jorgito’s, Dad. His mom was living here. Richard Miles: 12:29 And how, how, what were the circumstances of your leaving? How did you get permission to leave or? Gabby Azcuy: 12:34 Yeah , so I think almost the 90% of my, of our generation is outside Cuba, not just in us or on the world, in every place , every place that you can think they are their are Cubans. So I think what’s , um, professional and economic thing was like , uh , in Cuba we work a lot in filming in arts, in galleries, but I think was a top for us. We wanted to do more. And the US was the easiest step because we, before two came here, we were working in US like for two years coming back and forth, working in different. Yeah. So was that th e, the ea siest s tep, I think, was the natural step to continue. We want them to learn English. We wa nt t h em t o learn how, you know, how, how the system works in internet or any, a lot of stuff that we don’t have there. So, u m , b e cause I was working with, u m , i n US f or like two years, I had a cultural visa. So I, at that time was ope n th e , t he law that Obama removed la ter and he r Jorgito had a Spanish passport. So we were able to come here easily without any trouble. Richard Miles: 13:46 Did, did both of you , um, train as artists, or is that what you studied in school or how did you kind of move into that, that area? Gabby Azcuy: 13:54 So we have different backgrounds that in some point they are the , they are linked, but I study our history at Havana University. And after that, I aspire , I specialize in contemporary art. So I was working always in galleries and museums. Jorge Lavoy: 14:10 And on my part , uh, um, first I started , uh , music , uh , for elementary school. And then I went to national school of arts for drama, having , working on TV and films since I, I was , um, eight years old. So it’s like almost 16 or 17 years working on Cuban television and films. Then I started, like, I opened the kind of , uh , uh , producer filming agency. You can say, because you’re not allowed to do that in Cuba. But I mean, so we started working together because I started like , uh, producing , uh, chore films for on , um, just media, you know, photos or whatever, to help other artists and galleries that don’t have maybe their budget or the viability to, to , uh , produce that. So that , that way we started working together. And then we started like , uh , curating things together. Um , for the reason we leave our first show in , uh , Washington DC and the , um , a museum , um, that was like our first, you know , uh, shock we’ve realized that maybe we can do something bigger. Maybe we can figure things. And after we saw all the way, the, the, the world uh, works on, not Cuba is like, you’re isolated. You don’t have credit cards, you don’t have, you know , uh , online , uh , way to get information. We started watching YouTube videos on how to create stuff . And we don’t have that in Cuba . We have to ask to the neighbor, if the 100 currency, I mean, the, the 10, yeah, 110 , uh, you know, the electric . Richard Miles: 16:02 Oh, it doesn’t matter. Just plug it in. Right. Yeah, Jorge Lavoy: 16:05 Yeah, exactly. So that was our, you know, we decided, okay, we need to, we need to do something about our cell phone . We need to move forward. Right. Randy Batisa: 16:14 I mean, I’ll have to tell you guys have done exactly that these guys have been instrumental in just stepping up and creating, you know, exhibitions that are just really fabulous. The first one was at the Thomas Center. And then now this one, which is going to be just, you know, something to be hold, because it’s just so well curated and, you know, so much thought went into it, you know, and it ‘s j ust sort of nothing that when people walk in there, they’ll understand that, you know, there’s a process of really appreciating what the Cuban people have gone through. Right. And these guys have made this possible. And you know, th ey’ve b een here two years and their English is like, unreal. Richard Miles: 16:49 Tell me this. When you went, u m , wh en you went to Cuba to certain looking for these artifacts, did you already have sort of a list in mind of what you wanted or did you just stumble across things like, Oh my gosh, we got to ha ve that and let’s buy a suitcase and put it in. Gabby Azcuy: 17:05 Both! I mean , we had a list of, you know , um, things that we thought, but I it’s a whole reality once you get there. And we used, I mean, Gabby was saying that we spent like two years without a comeback. And then we realized once we, Just getting into the airport. Jorge Lavoy: 17:24 We realized that, Oh, this is engineering too . And that one too. U m, what about that one? I was like, yo u k n ow, a pandora’s box. Gabby Azcuy: 17:31 The thing is that we wanted to bring up. Does that really mean something for the people to use , to have it? So we, we create a relationship with these people. I was, we’ll learn a lot because sometimes people they’re love objects because sometimes objects, are family have been with them for 34 years. So it’s like giving, give it to you. That object means a lot for them. Yeah . So in many cases they didn’t want money or anything. They just wanted an object. Jorge Lavoy: 17:55 Or replacement . Richard Miles: 17:56 I see. Gabby Azcuy: 17:58 And know that the object will have a nice. Richard Miles: 18:00 A nice home. Gabby Azcuy: 18:00 Yes. Richard Miles: 18:02 Um, Randy, so, you know, I’m just guessing here, but I think you’re maybe of a different generation then Jorge and Gabby. It’s hard to tell, I guess, barely started going out on a limb. Randy Batisa: 18:14 I had a big birthday last week when I was in Cuba. So yeah. Richard Miles: 18:18 But as we know, as you know, well, you know, every, every generation of Cuban has a different story, right? So , uh, you know, your , your Cuban background, tell us what your story is or your parents’ story. Um, and, you know, have it give us a nutshell of how did Randy Batista become Randy Batista? How’d you end up in Gainesville and how’d you end up back in Cuba. Randy Batisa: 18:38 if I gave you all of my real names, when you know exactly my history, but we will go past that . Um, so my situation was that my dad attended University of Florida and he got his master’s degree in soil science here. He was one of four kids that his parents sent h im to Philadelphia to go to high school. Then he ended up getting his m aster’s here, met my mother from, u h, through her brother who was attending university as well i n, and she was in Tampa and six months later, they were married, madly in love. U m, my dad was doing a research work on soil science and Belle Glade, and he was doing it with sugar corporations. And so we would travel, they would travel back and forth. U m, one of the interesting th ings t hat my dad did was that, u m , w hen my mother, I w as conceived in Cuba, but when my dad realized that, you know, it was time to give birth, he shipped my mother both times to the States to make sure that both kids were born American citizens. So we d id that little event , that little event made a major difference. Richard Miles: 19:30 So at the time, your , uh , just so I’m clear, your dad and , and your parents were living in Cuba, but he had studied in Gainesville or had they already moved to the Cuba? He would, he had studied at University of Florida. Then once he goes master’s degree, you went to Belle, Glade, worked at experiment station, and then he was traveling back and forth to Cuba. All right , we’ll do it. Randy Batisa: 19:48 But he was, he was born in Cuba. He was Cuban. He was one of 13 kids. Okay. A ll r ight. And so I was a five years old when we moved over there. And, u m, w hen I got there, they c alled me at “El bobo” , which means an idiot because I couldn’t speak Spanish. And then I left in 61, you know, i t’s a Spanish I got here. And of course, I didn’t know any English. So I had to relearn that, you know , in the process. And it was interesting because at that time that I left in 61, so they had just started going from socialism to decide to communism. My dad pulled me out of school because they had started to teach communism. And so they shipped me, they shipped . And basically I was one of the Peter Pan kids, one of the Pedro Ponds . Right. Right. And then I ended up with my grandparents in Tampa, and then I came to the University of F lorida here. And, u m , b ut you know, our generation is a ll a d ifferent ge neration. There was a lot of the pa rent, the kids wh o h a d t he parents who came over the cream of the crop wo uld l eft Cuba, you know, lawyers, doctors back in the late fifties and early sixties, you know, we ‘re o f a different mindset versus what you’ve go t n o w t oday, which is yeah, 60 years later, there’s a whole different dynamic of what they’re really enduring and living through. Richard Miles: 20:58 where y ou we re a p art of it k ind of a distinguished elite club. The Peter Pan generation actually did pretty well for itself . I mean, in the state department, I knew several ambassadors that were part of that generation Cuban Americans , that same story. It came over, you know, at very young age, without their parents and ended up doing quite well in the US system. Tell us now , uh , this exhibit of the Cade Museum is part of a larger , um, program that , uh, is that you’re doing as well. Are you culpable ? Randy Batisa: 21:27 Well, I am culpable. Richard Miles: 21:29 Tell us a little bit more about your crazy idea . All right . Tell us what , what that is, what it means. Randy Batisa: 21:33 Bulla Cubana , um, came about because when I was traveling to Cuba , um , doing my documentary work for since 96, I noticed that regardless of what people had, one of the things that you noticed i s that art culture was just rampant. I mean, they just live for that. And it’s, so it became like a lollipop to exist. Literally. I mean, they may not have any pencils. They may not have any food there , you know, drinking sugar, water, or frying plantings, but that culture and that art resonated without even blinking. So I decided after coming back and I think in 2016, I asked , uh , uh , ponds over at the conference center about doing an exhibit at their gallery. And he said, yeah , absolutely. So that opened the door to doing an exhibit there of a naive artist. And then when people found out that I was doing this, all of a sudden, all of the institutions ended up joining us . We had Harn Museum, we had Thomas Center, we had the Florida Natural History Museum , uh , Phillips Performing Arts Center. And the interesting thing to me was that for the first time ever this community had embraced an event that they would all collaborate. Cause that had never existed before. And to me, that was a mission that really will, Bulla Cubana was instrumental in doing, and hopefully this will be a stepping stone to really setting a future for, you know , what I hope to become, you know , and the committee does for Gainesville to become an art city for the arts, you know , a destination for the arts. And so that’s what we’re really, that’s our final goal. And so we’re now already going on 2021, we’ve got all five of the major institutions already signed up to travel to Cuba and look for talent. And , um, we’re gonna have an exhibit at the Cade Museum with a very fabulous collector in Tampa who has a beautiful, and the guy who owns the studio say single-dose car that’s right behind you. That tell us a little bit, tell us a little bit about that car because these guys are the ones that have been really. Richard Miles: 23:23 Just so listeners are aware . We have this really cool car sitting back at the Cade Museum, but there’s something very distinctive about it. I’m going to let Gabby or Jorge tell us about it. Gabby Azcuy: 23:32 Okay. The car, the name of it’s a sculpture. The title is Hybrid of Chrysler was made in 2016 for the Cuban artist, by the Cuban artists ( inaudible). He has been working with these hybrids for a long time. And this car have been, we can say the flying around the US and Europe was first on the Tampa Museum of Art, then traveled to the banners , PNL then traveled to Washington DC to the Kennedy Center. And now is here at Gainesville in the Cade Museum. Richard Miles: 24:04 But you have to describe maybe, this is radio, right? Yeah. So you got to describe what does a car look like? Gabby Azcuy: 24:10 Okay. So it’s a 1953 Chrysler limo with wings. So it’s when you see as a huge sculpture, that seems like it will fly, but really doesn’t. Jorge Lavoy: 24:23 So you know, that 30 feet wings on top of our Chrysler, 1953, 18 feet wide, right ? No , the wings are 30 feet and sort of like simulated a little jet engines. Two a jet , uh , both sides. And I mean the same, you know, the same color of the car is a kind of blend the whole scene, like real wings coming out of it . Richard Miles: 24:46 I got to say it looks very realistic. So I’m guessing that how many people ask you if it’s a real flying car? All: 24:53 Oh yeah. All the time, right ? Yeah. Gabby Azcuy: 24:56 This car , this is the second car that he did. The first one was submarine. So c an he was moving the submarine into Havana. The police s topped him because, so that was a r aft t o leave the country. Jorge Lavoy: 25:09 Yeah. That’s on video. Right ? Richard Miles: 25:12 So elicit planes and submarines come to the Cade. Jorge Lavoy: 25:17 One of the s cenes, when we s tarted thinking about the, the Cuban Ingenuity exhibition, we, I mean o ur, after we moved to Gainesville, we s tart thinking, w e really s tart thinking about bringing value to Gainesville because we really i t’s the first sign that we feel like home after we moved t o, t o US in general. So we, u h, had like the opportunity of this exhibition to bring that car and just start traveling around Gainesville and b ring all that press that, that always, that car has, you know? U h, so that was like the first idea after we think about the, the exhibition. Okay. Let’s bring the, the hybrid and put it somewhere i n the Cade Museum. So, you know, that way we can make some more noise about Bulla Cubana. Richard Miles: 26:06 Well, I really got to say, you know, Gainesville is very lucky to have you, Gabby, and Jorge. I’m just a little bit afraid that you’re gonna become too successful on near Gainesville is gonna be too small for you to go for the big city, the big life . Jorge Lavoy: 26:19 We have been like hearing a lot of histories about people just having success all around US, and then coming back to Gainesville to , you know , uh , being here. Richard Miles: 26:29 There’s like a 30 year interlude for that. Randy Batisa: 26:32 We’re going to put the shackles on it . Richard Miles: 26:34 Very good. Randy Batisa: 26:34 So real quick, Richard, I have to tell you, we are so proud to really be involved with the Cade Museum. You guys have set a standard for this community that I it’s outstanding. Uh , what you brought to the community to share with us is marvelous. And for us to be a part of this. Yeah . It’s just brilliant. And thank you so much for you guys or what you do with that museum, because it truly is a fine piece of art, and it’s just a wonderful instrument to really talk about inventions and what we can do. So thank you both. Richard Miles: 27:06 Well Thanks Randy for hearing that. And , uh, and I’ll make that check out to Randy Batista. So , um, but thank you all of you for coming on to Radio Cade, it’s been a great discussion and , and really strongly encourage listeners to come by and take a look again. We have a sneak peak on March 9th and , uh , but we’ll have the exhibit on Cuban Ingenuity through the end of the year. So thanks very much. All: 27:25 Thank you. Richard Miles: 27:26 I am Richard Miles. Outro: 27:30 Radio Cade would like to thank the following people for their help and support Liz Gist of the Cade Museum for coordinating interviews. Bob McPeak of Heartwood Soundstage in downtown Gainesville, Florida for recording, editing and production of the podcasts and music theme, Tracy Collins for the composition and performance of the Radio Cade theme song featuring violinist , Jacob Lawson and special, thanks to the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention located in Gainesville, Florida.

NFL cornerback with the Chicago Bears "CRE'VON LEBLANC" will be Live with Yulander McTier on Empowerment4All Tuesday June 26th at 7:45pm EST. Cre'Von was borned and raised in Belle Glade, FL. He attended Florida Atlantic University. Cre'Von started is NFL career with the New England Patriots for a short time. He signed with the Chicago Bears in September 2016 to now. Cre'Von LeBlanc Foundation was founded by Cre'Von. Through Cre'Von LeBlanc's foundation, he instills health and wellness, implements youth mentoring, empowerment and  various community outreach initiatives; all of which accomplish the encouragement, self-worth and determination needed in children, young adults and the less fortunate within and beyond Palm Beach County. Also Cre'Von started "A Second Chance Program" He helps transition convicted felons back into society. By assisting them with higher learning education, jobs and transferable skills, and training. Adding to his accolades Cre'Von has now entered into rapping. He is bringing strong, real and fresh lyrics to the rap industry. One of the Awesome songs is titled: Beezo Ft. Strap on a Wave available on YouTube Tune in and Listen to Cre'Von LeBlanc Talk Live at (914) 338-1434

Super Bowl XLIII MVP and former NFL wide receiver, Santonio Holmes, joins The Brink of Midnight Podcast. Best known for his Super Bowl XLIII game winning catch with the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Arizona Cardinals, arguably one of the most powerful pieces of Super Bowl history, Santonio's story from very modest upbringing to being the ultimate teammate is nothing short of inspiring. Hailing from Belle Glade, the third poorest city in Florida, Santonio is a powerful example of what hard work and dedication can become, regardless of background. As a triple letterman in track, football, and basketball, he helped his high school track and football teams win multiple state championships. That streak continued in college football at Ohio State University, where he was part of the 2002 BCS National Championship team. In the NFL, Santonio played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chicago Bears, and New York Jets. Santonio is the first to credit teammates and the importance of teamwork in his success, and he knows more than a thing or two about caring for others. He started raising his three younger siblings, each from different fathers, at the tender age of eight years old. That care extended to his grandmother and to serving others when he chose to follow the path of faith at age 12. His devotion to family, friends, teammates, and strangers is the center of his life and he is deeply passionate about helping those with sickle cell disease, which his son has and the gene for which Santonio carries. He founded the Third and Long Foundation to provide financial support and treatment options for families affected by the disease. This conversation will bring you back to your roots, your center, and what is most important in life.  For full show notes, visit: www.brinkofmidnight.com | Contact: info@brinkofmidnight.com | Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

Debra L. Robinson was raised in Flint, Michigan, home of the community school concept. Her father was an attorney and her mother was a special education teacher. She graduated from Flint Central High School in 1974 and Michigan State University in 1977, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Additionally, she is a proud graduate of Howard University College of Medicine, Class of 1981. Dr. Robinson completed her internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Hurley Medical Center and McLaren General Hospital in Flint, Michigan. In return for her National Health Service Corps scholarship, she cared for the medically underserved in Chattanooga, TN and Pompano Beach, FL. Her medical practice has ranged from Emergency Medicine in Belle Glade and Okeechobee to HMO medicine to a private practice overlooking the intercoastal waterway. She currently cares for our veteran population at the West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Robinson has been an advocate for a high quality education for her sons for more than a decade. Her advocacy has included service on various Parent- Teacher Associations and School Advisory Committees/Councils for two decades

Debra L. Robinson was raised in Flint, Michigan, home of the community school concept. Her father was an attorney and her mother was a special education teacher. She graduated from Flint Central High School in 1974 and Michigan State University in 1977, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Additionally, she is a proud graduate of Howard University College of Medicine, Class of 1981. Dr. Robinson completed her internship and residency training in Internal Medicine at Hurley Medical Center and McLaren General Hospital in Flint, Michigan. In return for her National Health Service Corps scholarship, she cared for the medically underserved in Chattanooga, TN and Pompano Beach, FL. Her medical practice has ranged from Emergency Medicine in Belle Glade and Okeechobee to HMO medicine to a private practice overlooking the intercoastal waterway. She currently cares for our veteran population at the West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Robinson has been an advocate for a high quality education for her sons for more than a decade. Her advocacy has included service on various Parent- Teacher Associations and School Advisory Committees/Councils for two decades

Three people have been shot outside the Belle Glade Health Department in south Florida, local officials say. Two other people were shot a few miles away though it was not immediately clear if the shootings were linked. James Valles reporting. (BNO News)

 In this episode, the boys bring in guest star Juan to fill the void left by Eugene, we gather around and listen to tales of the town of Belle Glade, discuss how some bald men won't let go of the ponytail, and the many male admirers of the Dropping Loads boys.Subscribe to us on iTunes HERE Hey, guys. It's Ponch... or should I just use the new nickname christened to me, Pouch? I think I'm going to start using Pouch more. Anyhow, this is episode motherfucking 9! That means we'll officially be in the double digits soon enough. In the meantime, some pretty cool stuff coming your way. Look out for them. As usual, please check us on Facebook or Twitter, Email, and leave a review for us on iTunes. Intro/Outro Theme: "Yo Home to Bel Air" - DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince Sponsors and Friends Atom Phly Media Captain Cock Get a Load of This Horny Lady Gets Pissed When Boyfriends Says No Mom Gets Upset and Calls Police Because Bitch Insults Her Bigfoot Son Another Case of Using Sex Toys as Weapons Bad-ass Ugandan Man Dies at 103 Leaving Behind 158 Children and 500 Grandkids Idiot Points Gun at Guy and Demands Moonwalk Spastic Loads Ditto For more details on the topics discussed in this episode, visit the official Dropping Loads Blog.

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