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Today we celebrated Moon's Birthday!We kick things off with jazz hands (because obviously that's how serious radio begins), before diving into the slow-motion meltdown that is Rizz being left home alone for a week. Talking to dogs, narrating his own life, and possibly unraveling mentally? Yeah, we're keeping an eye on that.Then Lern casually drops that she went to a roller rink… alone… in a giant coat… just to hang out. Which opens the floodgates for one of the most relatable discussions ever: the “king of the roller rink” — that one guy who peaked gliding backwards under neon lights and never emotionally recovered. Naturally, this leads to a completely serious business pitch to buy and reinvent a roller rink, which financial advisors everywhere would absolutely hate.From there, things take a turn into “why is this even legal?” territory as we break down cousin marriage laws across the U.S. — including the deeply unsettling realization that some states are way more relaxed about it than you'd hope. And because we're nothing if not educational, we somehow connect that to King Tut, inbreeding, and what ancient people might think of our modern faces. (Spoiler: they'd probably hate us.)Then comes the story that flips the whole episode: a woman who wrote a children's book about coping with grief… after allegedly causing her husband's death. It's part true crime, part “are we seriously talking about this right now,” and fully the kind of content you only get from a funny podcast that thrives in the gray area between hilarious and horrifying.We wrap things up with a viral Frontier Airlines controversy that proves once again: the internet reacts first, facts come later. Add in some airport anxiety, retail apocalypse talk, and why you can't flirt anywhere anymore, and you've got a perfectly chaotic ride.If you drive an electric vehicle, can you park in a charging spot without actually charging… or does that instantly make you public enemy number one? The gang breaks it down like only a funny podcast can—half logic, half roasting, zero resolution.Then things take a turn into the existential (as they always do). If an alien landed on Earth and asked, “What should I watch?”—what do you show them? The answers range from wholesome (Mr. Rogers) to wildly questionable (Always Sunny, ALF, and yes… COPS). It becomes less about TV and more about what we're accidentally admitting about humanity. Spoiler: it's not great.From there, we dive into the unexpected comeback of vinyl records hitting BILLION-dollar sales (thanks, Taylor Swift, we guess), and whether physical media is actually back or just a hipster fever dream. There's also a discussion about why supporting artists now basically means buying anything that isn't music.And of course, it wouldn't be a funny podcast without “Crap on Celebrities,” where we cover everything from Lollapalooza headlines to Oscars ratings drama, Bob Barker's bizarre backstage rules, and Shia LaBeouf doing whatever Shia LaBeouf does… this time in Rome, without pants.We wrap things up with some iconic (and questionable) female covers of classic songs—some absolute bangers, and some that sound like they were recorded during a fever dream.Moon's birthday is coming up, so naturally The Rizzuto Show decided to celebrate early… and by “celebrate,” we mean hand him Confederate money, a deeply personal coin collection tribute, and a card that somehow manages to be both heartfelt and wildly inappropriate at the same time. It's the kind of thoughtful chaos you only get from a group of grown adults who absolutely should know better.From there, things spiral exactly how you'd expect on a comedy podcast. The crew dives into a round of “3 & 5,” where listeners attempt to name three things in five seconds—and somehow, that simple concept completely unravels. We're talking missed layups, confident wrong answers, arguments with the hosts, and at least one moment where it feels like reality itself glitches. If you've ever yelled at your radio during a game, congratulations—you're about to feel seen.As the game continues, we get debates over pizza toppings, confusion about movies currently in theaters (spoiler: nobody knows), and a surprisingly passionate breakdown of fruits with pits. It's the perfect storm of quick thinking, slow thinking, and absolutely no thinking at all. This comedy podcast thrives in that sweet spot between “we've got this” and “we absolutely do not.”Then, because the show refuses to stay in one lane, we pivot into a discussion about National Sloppy Joe Day, the mysterious “Yip Yip” sandwich, and whether certain regional foods should even exist. Throw in some hockey talk, steakhouse flexing, and a full-on debate about cream spinach, and you've got a comedy podcast episode that somehow covers everything and nothing at the same time.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.Floridians can still marry their cousins after lawmakers fail to pass statewide banWoman claims she was kicked off flight for being deaf — but Frontier tells a different storyService Tenants Dominate Retail Leasing MarketVinyl Sales Hit $1 Billion In U.S. Revenue Last YearSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Water is one of Florida's most precious natural resources, sustaining our communities, ecosystems and economy. As population growth and development increase, protecting water quality has never mattered more. Syed Shah, CEO of Eco World Water, points to a solution: wastewater reuse. In this episode, Shah joins SMPR President Heidi Otway to discuss his love for the Sunshine State, why water sustainability is essential for Floridians, and how water recycling can support a cleaner future.

In this episode: On the eve of the final day of Florida's 2026 regular session, the Republican-controlled Legislature passed bills that will throw up more bureaucratic roadblocks to voting and allow state politicians to target “domestic terrorist” groups. But they also agreed not to give billions of dollars to the biggest corporations in the country and to help thousands of Floridians at risk of losing AIDS and HIV medication. Plus: Last-day floor fights are looming between urban and rural lawmakers over growth and development. An update from Day 59 of Florida's 60-day session. Show notesThe bills discussed in today's show: House Bill 991 — Election IntegrityPassed the Senate by a 27-12 vote (vote sheet). Passed the House of Representatives by a 77-28 vote (vote sheet). Now goes to the governor.House Bill 1471 — Systems of Law and Terrorist OrganizationsPassed the House of Representatives by an 80-25 vote and now goes to the governor (vote sheet)House Bill 7031 — TaxationPassed the House of Representatives by a 109-0 vote and now goes to the governor (vote sheet)House Bill 697 — Drug Prices and CoveragePassed the House of Representatives by a 108-0 vote and now goes to the governor (vote sheet)The stories discussed in today's show: No water, no shade: How homebuilders, farming companies and construction firms got politicians to reject heat rules for outdoor workers in FloridaCorporations could get a $3.5 billion tax break in Florida unless state lawmakers step in to stop itQuestions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.comListen to the show: Apple | SpotifyWatch the show: YouTube Get full access to Seeking Rents at jasongarcia.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode we sat down with republican candidate for Florida governor, James Fishback, for an incredible conversation. We discussed everything from the future of artificial Intelligence to eliminating tolls for Florida residents and so much more. He even broke down his plan to offer 1 billion dollars to anyone who can solve the "greening" crisis, which is destroying the citrus population in Florida. Also, we break down some of the biggest issues we face as Floridians and how he will apply a"sin tax" to all OF models if he's elected. Tons of interesting topics, important insight and funny moments in this one that you don't want to miss!Follow James Fishback on social media @fshbck and support the campaign at fishbackmerch.comSHOP: ogsessions.comFOLLOW US:Instagram - @ogsessionspodX - @ogsessionspodTikTok - @ogsessions

In this episode: In a session that was supposed to focus on affordability, the Florida Legislature just sent Gov. Ron DeSantis a bill that would force some condo residents and business owners to pay higher prices for their property insurance. Plus: Lawmakers pass a bill that could block a new cruise port near the mouth of Tampa Bay. And the state House engages in some last-minute shenanigans on behalf of the car dealers lobby. Senate Bill 1028 — Citizens Property Insurance CorporationPassed the House of Representatives by an 88-19 vote and now goes to the governor sign or veto (vote sheet)Senate Bill 302 — Coastal ResiliencyPassed the House of Representatives by a 109-0 vote and now goes to the governor to sign or veto (vote sheet)Senate Bill 488 — Department of Highway Safety and Motor VehiclesCar dealer amendment Passed the House of Representatives by a 108-1 vote (vote sheet)Senate Bill 1758 — Public AssistancePassed the Senate by a 26-11 vote (vote sheet)Senate Bill 1756 — Medical FreedomPassed the Senate by a 23-15 vote (vote sheet)The stories discussed in today's show: Affordability is Floridians' top issue. Lawmakers aren't addressing it.A victory for Terra Ceia FADA's Ted Smith leads the fight to protect the franchise system nationwideQuestions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.comListen to the show: Apple | SpotifyWatch the show: YouTube Get full access to Seeking Rents at jasongarcia.substack.com/subscribe

After eight years, Rep. Anna V. Eskamani has finished her tenure in the Florida State Legislature. In our exit interview, we talk about her regrets, her successes, her hope for the future, and the lessons she hopes Floridians can learn from her experience in our state's capitol. Thank you to Rep. Eskamani and her team for their time. Follow more of the Representative's work right here.   Thank you to Chelsea Rice for her incredible design of our logo! Follow Chelsea on Instagram here!   All of the music was originally composed.

This week on the Queer News podcast, in top news, New York Attorney General Letitia James orders NYU Landon to resume gender-affirming care for minors. Current and past LGBTQ+ federal employees speak up about suing Trump, and Florida suddenly cuts funding for HIV and AIDS Health Care. In culture and entertainment, we uplift the 37th annual GLAAD awards.    Want to support this podcast?

Hour 1 of the Monday Bob Rose Show, as Dems remain resolute opposing election security, Pres. Trump announced he won't sign any bills until the SAVE Act is passed by Congress. At every step, Trump puts Americans first, and talking with Floridians this weekend, patriots are united in supporting the President. Plus, the latest news for 3-9-26

Explosions heard over Jerusaelm....nearly 3 dozen Floridians evacuated from Israel by private group...and Tim Tebow testifies before a U-S Senate Subcommittee.

Stew breaks down Florida HB 945 — the bill creating a full Statewide Counterintelligence and Counterterrorism Unit inside FDLE. This is COINTELPRO + MKUltra + Unit 8200 + Noahide enforcement rolled into one, tested on Palestinians first, now being rolled out on Americans.

Perspective on Florida's property taxes, Floridians invading Cuba, Iran accountability, the Clintons, holding off badly needed rain, and the Friday food edition of the Bob Rose Show for 2-27-26

On today's MJ Morning Show:Roberto wants help from MJ, Fester isn't happyMorons in the newsGuy spiked his girlfriend's drink with meth... on ChristmasMan arrested for sex with roadkillVegans are upset with Burger KingDunkin's bucket of iced coffeeStaff meeting today... MJ has fun with name of new bigwigChatGPT's description of FloridiansYear of the CrackAI song created for Fester's carChili's delivery caught on doorbell cameraAutonomous food delivery robot causes damage in yard and tears up a gardenListeners Gina asks for advice from FesterCleaning panties in a hotel coffee maker... response videoTeacher from a Wisconsin elementary school arrested for using cocaine in the bathroomSex researches say couples return to monogamy after having an open relationshipFire at the Busch Blvd. Olive GardenCartel attacks in Mexico... Listeners have friends/family stuck in MexicoStudio visit from Big Scary Ron and new bigwig... Fester gets his name hilariously wrongBreaking: New Savannah Guthrie video with a rewardFamous for being on camera in Big Bear, eagles may have to deal with development nearbyFester talks about the stuffed animals given out at the OlympicsVinegar recallFrozen meatball recallJelly Roll tourWhich late night host secretly fathered twins with an audience member 5 years ago?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should all beaches be public property? Where does Florida rank in national beach access freedoms? On this episode, Josh Mills and Wayne McCarty discuss your favorite Florida Man headlines before being joined by Luke West for a brand-new 5-Minute Movie Review. The boys then begin Session 1 of "FMOFM Reads Point Break," a new segment where the crew reads through the entirety of a film script over the course of 20 episodes. In the episode finale, Josh takes the team on a deep dive into Florida's beach access laws and what they mean for everyday Floridians. The episode ends with an insane new musical guest, Dive Night from Miami, Florida. Headlines include: Florida Man arrested for crashing into a BMW dealership, Florida Man eats feral pig meat (update), Florida Man sues Walt Disney World over water slide catastrophe, Florida Woman bear-maces another Florida Woman for killing a chicken trying to cross the road. On Mic: Jesse Nieman, Josh Mills, Wayne McCarty, Luke West Each week, the Florida Men on Florida Man podcast blends comedy with the fascinating legends, lore, and history of the wildest state in the union: Florida. To learn more about the show, visit www.fmofm.com. Please consider supporting the show at Patreon.com/fmofmpodcast.

In this episode: On a frenzied day in Florida's Capitol, lawmakers advance bills that would help Donald Trump and a gun manufacturer that makes allegedly “ghost-firing” guns — but hurt laid-off workers and college kids who want to vote. An update from Day 36 of the Florida Legislature's 2026 session. Show notesThe bills discussed in today's show:House Bill 191 — Reemployment Assistance Benefit EligibilityPassed the House of Representatives by an 81-31 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 919 — Commercial Service AirportsPassed the House of Representatives by an 81-30 vote (vote sheet)Senate Bill 706 — Commercial Service AirportsPassed the Senate Rules Committee by a 17-6 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 1551 — Products Liability for FirearmsPassed the House Judiciary Committee by a 13-5 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 455 — Protection of Historic Monuments and MemorialsPassed the House Judiciary Committee by a 14-5 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 641 — Gender Identity Employment PracticesPassed the House Judiciary Committee by a 13-6 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 743 — Prohibited Sex-reassignment Prescriptions and ProceduresPassed the House Judiciary Committee by a 14-5 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 991 — Election IntegrityPassed the House State Affairs Committee by a 17-6 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 173 — Parental RightsPassed the House Education & Employment Committee by a 12-4 vote (vote sheet)Senate Bill 1506 — Civil LitigationRejected by the Senate Rules Committee by an 11-13 vote (vote sheet)Senate Bill 164 — Civil Liability for the Wrongful Death of an Unborn ChildNote: This bill was referred to by the wrong bill number during the showHouse Bill 1421 — Cattle Grazing on State LandPassed the House State Affairs Committee by a 20-3 vote (vote sheet)Stories discussed in today's show: A billionaire-backed think tank keeps sabotaging Florida workers. More attacks are coming.Prodded by business lobbyists, lawmakers may cut more Floridians off from unemployment insuranceBuried in the budget: Mike Huckabee, Donald Trump and NewsmaxA gun company gave lots of money to Florida lawmakers. Now it's lobbying for legal immunity.Questions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.comListen to the show: Apple | SpotifyWatch the show: YouTube Get full access to Seeking Rents at jasongarcia.substack.com/subscribe

Bills aimed at changing how Floridians deal with vehicle registration and HOAs continue to move ahead during the legislative session, while the property tax issue remains in limbo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida might be “the best state in the country”… but what happens when the families who built it can't afford to stay? On this episode of Futures Edge, Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino sit down with James Fishback (Founder & CEO, Azoria Partners | 2026 Florida Gubernatorial Candidate (R))  for a wide-ranging, no-teleprompter conversation about what he calls the real crisis in Florida: affordability — and what he'd do about it.Fishback digs into property taxes, insurance costs, housing supply, and why he thinks Floridians are getting squeezed while institutions and political incentives win. The guys also go deep on free speech, a Florida hate speech law debate, the state's investment choices (including Israeli bonds), and whether Florida should build massive AI data centers — or protect what made the state great in the first place.In this episode:- Why Fishback says Florida is the best state — but “that means nothing if you can't afford to live here”- The case for eliminating property taxes for primary residences- Housing affordability: Blackstone, institutional ownership, and market incentives- Immigration & housing availability — and how it impacts supply- Florida investing in Israeli government bonds — and Fishback's argument for divestment- AI data centers: grid strain, electricity prices, environmental impact, and job realities- The “30-year-old man” metric: marriage + homeownership as an economic scorecard- Bitcoin reserve (HB 1039) and pension oversight from a macro-trader's lens- Education + work pathways: bringing career training into high school

Since its release in 1984, A Land Remembered has been described as a lightning bolt on Florida's culture, becoming required reading in Florida classrooms for years, not just as historical fiction, but as an inheritance of a way of life that once was. The story of the MacIvey family's rise from poverty to prominence spans 150 years of Florida history, tracing the tension between survival, ambition, stewardship, and loss. It has captured the hearts and minds of those who identify with “old Florida”, and in no small part has inspired countless individuals, even a generation, to protect the land in which these stories take place. In fact, go look on the bookshelf of anyone remotely associated with old Florida and you're guaranteed to find a copy of the iconic book. In this episode, I sit down with Todd Wiseman Jr. and Christa Boarini, the director and producer spearheading the television adaptation of A Land Remembered. This isn't just a conversation about the mechanics of filmmaking. It's about why this story, right now, matters for how Floridians see their land, their heritage, and the wild places still worth protecting.The conversation moves beyond filmmaking and storytelling to conservation itself. If policy protects land on paper, storytelling protects it in our hearts and identity. And storytelling, as we discuss, is one of our most powerful conservation tools.Filming for this series is slated to start this spring. Follow along with all the updates at https://www.alandremembered.orgSupport Florida Uncut on Patreon

Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating over 14 years broadcasting on the internet. On Wednesday's show, we visit with Cato Institute Chairman Emeritus Bob Levy about Immigration in the United States. We visit with the founder and CEO of State Shield about the threats posed to citizens in Florida by the CCP. We also visit with Professor Andrew Joppa about continuing threats from our Southern border. Please join us tomorrow when we visit with Keith Flaugh from the Florida Citizen's Alliance, Michael Cannon from the Cato Institute, Tim Cartwright, and former Mayor of Naples Bill Barnett. Access this and past shows at your convenience on my web site, social media platforms or podcast platforms.

Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating over 14 years broadcasting on the internet. On Wednesday's show, we visit with Cato Institute Chairman Emeritus Bob Levy about Immigration in the United States. We visit with the founder and CEO of State Shield about the threats posed to citizens in Florida … The post Threats to Floridians by the Communist Chinese Party appeared first on Bob Harden Show.

Wait…what happened to the iconic "HCC"? In this episode of the "Money" Market Podcast, host Owen LaFave and Hillsborough College President Dr. Ken Atwater unpack why Hillsborough College dropped "Community" from its name and what that means for Tampa's economic future. From workforce pipelines – FinTech, AI, healthcare, and even drone technology – Hillsborough College is fueling Tampa Bay's workforce and innovation ecosystem. Plus, plot twist, Hillsborough College just entered into a Memo of Understanding (MOU) with the Tampa Bay Rays to explore building a new stadium and mixed-use district on the Dale Mabry campus, potentially creating thousands of jobs and redefining the campus footprint. Ken shares how the college partners directly with major employers, responds to real-time industry needs, and trains talent for jobs that exist right now. This conversation also tackles affordability, enrollment growth, and why two-year colleges educate more Floridians than state universities. Owen and Ken address the Dale Mabry campus headline buzz and what a potential Rays development could mean for students and the region. With a booming $1.3B economic impact and tuition frozen for a decade, Hillsborough College is quietly doing some of the most important work in the Bay area. If you care about jobs, growth, and where Tampa Bay is headed next, you won't want to miss this episode.   WATCH NEXT: THE HIDDEN COST OF GROWTH IN TAMPA WITH GARRETT GRECO https://youtu.be/B8KrG3r6mtY SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_7yNs7dOuyKApAkohqJIQ   Follow The "Money" Market Podcast here:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6e7E0DaJZQkuw339G7nGI4?si=27d047641a1d4b17 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-market-podcast/id1733948143 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneymarketpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneymarketpodcast Website: https://moneymarketpodcast.com   The Bank of Tampa | Member FDIC

Craig Pittman is a native Floridian who has written about Florida and Floridians and them any, shall we say, unique characteristics they both have. He covered environmental issues for the Tampa Bay Times for more than two decades and he now writes a weekly column for the nonprofit newsroom Florida Phoenix, and he co-hosts the “Welcome to Florida” podcast. Pittman is author of  “Oh, Florida! How America's Weirdest State Influences the Rest of the Country,” and 2020's “Cat Tale: The Wild, Weird Battle to Save the Florida Panther.” He'll be in town on Wednesday to give a talk about Florida panthers at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Greater Naples so we get a preview.

This week the WOB crew check in with fisherman in the Keys who just got his new boat. Plus after the latest blast of cold weather, Floridians are getting creative with all those frozen iguanas. The post World of Boating 2-7-26 appeared first on World of Boating Radio Show.

What used to turn you on that now feels toxic? How do you define healthy desire now? Have your patterns in love changed? What does ‘hot' feel like when you're fully present? What does sex feel like when it's no longer about validation? Hot Topic: $350 per month for the new Edge tier on Grindr??? Hot Topic: 16k Floridians expected to lose HIV meds? Hot Topic: New data shows gay and bi people don't live as long as our counterparts... Hot Topic: Not everyone wants kids...we discuss Advice to listener: Listener has MS and recently broke up with partner and isn't interested in being friends... Advice: Only interested in hooking up after spending some time with the person first... Thirst Trap: First of the year and we're picking who took the hottest NSFW image this wee! Visit: Feb 5 - Feb. 17 Get 20% Off Steve V's new app - Studio.com/stevev for the website version and visit the app version: Studio.com/stevev/connect Follow Stevie on IG: @iam_stevev Follow Kodi on IG: @mistahmaurice Rate and Review us! Wanna drop a weekly or one time tip to TAGSPODCAST - Show your love for the show and support TAGS! Visit our website: tagspodcast.com Needs some advice for a sex or relationship conundrum? Ask TAGS! DM US ON IG or https://www.talkaboutgaysex.com/contact Follow Of a Certain Age on IG: @ofacertainagepod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This morning we get more details on the Nancy Guthrie situation, could Floridians be eating this exotic animal, and so much more... Katie Sommers has some of the best sources that will keep you in the know. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning we get more details on the Nancy Guthrie situation, could Floridians be eating this exotic animal, and so much more... Katie Sommers has some of the best sources that will keep you in the know.

On this episode of the Connected By Water Podcast, host Dennis Friel sits down with Florida conservation pioneer Travis Thompson, a true conservation hero known for protecting the rights of hunters and anglers across the state. Travis is no stranger to the show and was instrumental in helping pass the landmark legislation that codified Floridians' constitutional right to hunt and fish, ensuring that outdoor traditions remain protected for future generations. Travis also played a key role in the development of the Florida Wildlife Corridor, one of the most ambitious conservation efforts in the country, focused on preserving natural habitats while balancing responsible access to the outdoors. Throughout his career, Travis has been known for holding the moral line in Florida's conservation battles — always setting the record straight, calling out misinformation, and separating real voices from fake ones in the conservation world. This episode is a powerful conversation about truth, integrity, stewardship, and what it really takes to protect both wildlife and the outdoor way of life. @connectedbywater @starbrite_com @seawardsystems @yakgear @olukai @project_seasafe • #connectedbywater #starbrite #TeamDoGooder #ProjectSeaSafe #olukai #seawardsystems #yakgear #podcast #floridapodcast #cleanwater #mangroves #conservation #SaveFlorida #longlivetheeverglades #dfriel #dfrielart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Floridians eating frozen iguanas. Artemis II has been delayed into March. McDonald's is giving away caviar McNuggets. French emergency room was evacuated due to a man coming in with a WW1 artillery shell up his rectum. This is not the first time this has happened. A similar story happened to an elderly man in 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is Florida's Severe Weather Awareness Week. The idea is to get Floridians up to speed on how to deal with various hazards, including lightning, tornadoes and hurricanes. There's also a tornado drill happening Wednesday (4). We speak with Trey Lawson of Hillsborough County Emergency Management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cold weather in Florida is rare, but this weekend's freezing temps could have a profound impact on strawberry crops and agricultural interests. Lt. Gov Jay Collins discussed what's next, plus the state's commitment to supporting federal law enforcement immigration efforts, and how cooperation keeps Floridians safe.

There are 5 Republicans vying for Byron Donalds seat in District 19 that are not from Florida. They are from Illinois, New York and North Carolina. We are not interested. Florida is for Floridians. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

Steve King and Johnnie Putman invite you to warm up as the temperatures hit single digits with some great guests and brilliant conversations! Chris Smith, Meteorologist at Panhandle Weather for Northwestern Florida shared some of the crazy temperatures many Floridians experienced this winter which resulted in a delay to Steve and Johnnie’s February trip to […]

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," we discuss how immigration raids in Minneapolis have captured national attention — stirring questions and fears around the country — including the Tampa Bay area.Call: 813-755-6562Message: FloridaMatters@wusf.orgWebsite: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

The Prism of America's Education with Host Karen Schoen – You will hear the horrifying story of DCF kidnapping Kenlee and refusing to return her to Joy's loving home. All of this is because a physician's ego was bruised. For the last two years, instead of being home with her loving family, who understand her disease and give her the best care, Kenlee has been five hours away from her family, because DCF was...

In this episode: A bill has begun moving in Florida's Republican-controlled Legislature that would forbid school districts from considering the artistic or literary value of books that fringe activists want banned from libraries. Plus: The state House advances a plan to make public school students watch anti-abortion cartoons while the state Senate tries to put more bureaucracy between laid-off workers and the unemployment benefits they earned. Those bills and more from Day 9 of Florida's 2026 legislative session. Show notesFollowing up on the two points that came up during the show: * Republican state Rep. Dana Trabulsy is from Fort Pierce (not Tampa)* Byron Donalds, the Republican Congressman running for Florida governor, has taken more than $1 million from Richard “Dick” Uihlein, a major funder of the Foundation for Government Accountability The bills discussed in today's show: House Bill 1119 — Materials Harmful to MinorsPassed the House Education Administration Subcommittee by a 13-5 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 4027 — Hillsborough County Public Schools, Hillsborough CountyPassed the House Education Administration Subcommittee by a 17-1 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 1071 — EducationPassed the House Student Academic Success Subcommittee by a 12-5 vote (vote sheet)Senate Bill 216 — Verification of Reemployment Assistance Benefit EligibilityPassed the Senate Transportation, Tourism and Economic Development Appropriations Committee by a 9-5 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 433 — Department of Agriculture and Consumer ServicesPassed the House Commerce Committee by an 18-0 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 105 — Local Government Enforcement ActionsPassed the House Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee by a 16-0 vote (vote sheet)Stories and other resources discussed in today's show: Hillsborough school board grills superintendent on book removals (Tampa Bay Times) Under state threats, Hillsborough pulls transgender YouTuber's memoir (Tampa Bay Times) Is ‘Baby Olivia' headed to a school near you? Bills in several states would allow screenings of fetal development video. (19th News)Florida lawmakers are about to hand a revenge tool to a much-criticized industry | Opinion (Miami Herald editorial board)Stop Florida's Corporate “Food Gag” Bills (Stand for Health Freedom)A billionaire-backed think tank keeps sabotaging Florida workers. More attacks are coming. (Seeking Rents)Prodded by business lobbyists, lawmakers may cut more Floridians off from unemployment insurance (Seeking Rents)Questions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.comListen to the show: Apple | SpotifyWatch the show: YouTube Get full access to Seeking Rents at jasongarcia.substack.com/subscribe

Hour 3 of the Thursday Bob Rose Show, on the President's latest international wins, and a major storm advancing to the mid-Atlantic this weekend. And the temptations facing some Floridians, seeking a break from pristine winter weather, to drive into deep snow. Bring it…plus, all the morning's biggest stories for 1-22-26

Today, we're diving into what makes the sabal palmetto special—from its biology and wildlife value to its cultural history—and how Floridians can help protect and support this iconic native plant.  Learn More:What is a tree? https://extension.usu.edu/forestry/trees-cities-towns/tree-selection/what-is-a-tree Sabal palmetto: Sabal or Cabbage Palm https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST575 Sorting out the Florida Sabal Palms https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FR357 How You Can Help: If you're adding palms to your landscaping, consider adding a native cabbage palm instead of a nonnative palm. Protect what's growing – Remember, sabal palm trunks do not self-heal like “normal” trees would – take care to avoid damaging them! Defend them against weedwhackers and other trauma. Practice responsible pruning - Don't remove green fronds unnecessarily; fronds provide food and energy for the palm. Unless the frond is dry and brown,the tree still needs it. If you MUST prune, prune responsibly – only fronds that hang down and have already started to die off. (Learn more) Support conservation, Observe, andAppreciate our State Tree - Take a moment to notice sabal palms in your community—and thebirds and wildlife they support. Sources:Cabbage palm – Sabal palmetto ⁠ https://ffgs.ifas.ufl.edu/tree-tour/cabbage-palm/ Sabal Palm ⁠ https://www.nps.gov/places/000/sabal-palm.htm Sabal palmetto: Investigating the ecological importanceof Florida's state tree ⁠https://www.proquest.com/openview/22f53c0e4a34046d4bb033c747102003/1?cbl=18750&pq-origsite=gscholarhttps://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST575https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FR357

Without a doubt property taxes are the top issue on the minds of Floridians surrounding this year's state legislative session due to Governor DeSantis' firm push for the eradication of homesteaded property taxes this year. 

MONDAY HR 1 A little chilly this morning. How many natural Floridians do you interact with? Russ gives us an update on the sounds coming from his bed. Monster Jam at Camping World! Who won? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MONDAY HR 1 A little chilly this morning. How many natural Floridians do you interact with? Russ gives us an update on the sounds coming from his bed. Monster Jam at Camping World! Who won?

TOP STORIES - Governor DeSantis is calling on Florida lawmakers to ban stock trading for members of Congress, Fiona McFarland prepares Floridians for life without the penny, Lakeland turns to AI for pothole reporting, DeSantis says Florida is considering state charges for Maduro, police are still investigating the death of a woman who walked into a freezer at a Dollar Tree, and a Florida woman impersonated a cop and pulls a taser while intervening in racial dispute at a Walmart in Davie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - Governor DeSantis is calling on Florida lawmakers to ban stock trading for members of Congress, Fiona McFarland prepares Floridians for life without the penny, Lakeland turns to AI for pothole reporting, DeSantis says Florida is considering state charges for Maduro, police are still investigating the death of a woman who walked into a freezer at a Dollar Tree, and a Florida woman impersonated a cop and pulls a taser while intervening in racial dispute at a Walmart in Davie.

On tonight's program: Florida lawmakers hadn't originally planned for 2026 to be a congressional redistricting year. But then President Donald Trump called; A priority of Florida's senate president to funnel more state resources into rural counties didn't make it in 2025.But it's make a return appearance in 2026; A move to allow younger Floridians to own long guns is attracting some pushback ahead of the lawmaking session; Florida law requires rental property owners to take reasonable steps to protect their tenants from things like gun violence. Although that law was watered down a few years back; If you're whipsawed by inflation at the grocery store, you might want to consider growing more of that food yourself; And we go back in time a quarter-of-a-century to a political meltdown that was very unlike today when all politics is taken very personally by everybody.

Long before World War II, the U.S. forced Native Americans onto reservations. After the Pearl Harbor bombing in 1941, the U.S. forced Japanese Americans into camps. In Arizona, the federal government once again looked to Indian reservations. In part two of his series on World War II internment camps in Arizona, KJZZ's Gabriel Pietrorazio has more. None of the eight other internment camps in the U.S. were on tribal lands, so why here in Arizona? UCLA anthropology professor Koji Lau-Ozawa has an answer. “John Collier, who was the commissioner of Indian Affairs at the time, advocated for all of the camps to be put on reservation lands. He thought that the Office of Indian Affairs was well suited to this task of managing these confined racialized populations.” The “Indian New Deal”, as FDR called it, was part of the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and tried making amends for past treatment by investing in tribal infrastructure. That was, until the war effort began. “Funds were starting to dry up. This presented an opportunity.” An opportunity to turn Japanese Americans into a source of prison labor to develop tribal resources, as shown by a 1943 propaganda film narrated by Gen. Dwight Eisenhower's brother, Milton, about an internment camp in western Arizona. Brian Niiya says the U.S. embraced a stereotype. “Japanese Americans, with their supposed expertise and farming and agriculture, could help build up the land that would allow for the Native Americans to benefit from – without the consent of the tribes themselves, of course.” Niiya is editor of Densho Encyclopedia, which chronicles the camps' history. Without much legal representation or political clout at that time, the Gila River Indian Community and Colorado River Indian Tribes both tried fighting camp construction, but failed. “Through the Office of Indian Affairs, I think there was just a thought that we could bulldoze our way through.” Once again, today's federal government is butting up against tribal land. The Trump administration's “Alligator Alcatraz” is being built near the Big Cypress National Preserve and Everglades National Park. “We're right in the middle of it. We have members that live within 500 feet of the detention center. You know, it's not like this distant thing that it is for a lot of Floridians in Naples or Miami.” Talbert Cypress is chairman of the 600-member Miccosukee Tribe, which brought Alligator Alcatraz to a halt. “We don't go to war anymore with the tomahawk or anything like that. You know, we go to courtrooms now, and we go to meetings with politicians.” (Photo courtesy Maxpixel / Boise City Archives, John Hardy Family Collection, MS084) Children across the country are being raised by relatives or close family friends. The Mountain West News Bureau's Daniel Spaulding has more on a new report highlighting the challenges facing these kinship families, which are more common within Indigenous communities. According to the U.S. Government of Accountability Office (GAO), these households are more likely to experience poverty and mental health issues. Kinship families are common in Mountain West states with high Indigenous populations like New Mexico and Arizona. Kathy Larin at GAO says kin caregiving is an important part of tribal culture, but because many Indigenous caregivers are outside the formal foster care system, they often receive less financial support. “One of the biggest challenges that we heard across the board for grandparents and other relatives that are raising, you know, their relative children is just the financial burden of it.” Larin says states could adopt standards and programs designed to better support kinship families. Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out the latest episode of Native America Calling https://www.nativeamericacalling.com/wednesday-december-24-2025-2025-in-native-books/

Florida Matters tackles tough issues, highlights little-known stories from our part of the world, and provides a greater perspective of what it means to live in the Sunshine State. Join us Monday through Thursday from noon-1pm EST as we journey across the state to explore the issues important to Floridians and cover the challenges facing our community and our state.Call: 813-755-6562Message: FloridaMatters@wusf.orgWebsite: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

Florida Matters tackles tough issues, highlights little-known stories from our part of the world, and provides a greater perspective of what it means to live in the Sunshine State. Join us Monday through Thursday from noon-1pm EST as we journey across the state to explore the issues important to Floridians and cover the challenges facing our community and our state.Call: 813-755-6562Message: FloridaMatters@wusf.orgWebsite: https://www.wusf.orgSign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletterFollow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

Florida is a state that often feels tangible impacts of climate change, with strong storms and hurricanes making landfall in the state every hurricane season. However, this year is the first time in a decade that the Sunshine State was spared from experiencing a single hurricane. Jessica Meszaros, a climate change reporter at WUSF, joins Kimberly to explain how Floridians are rebuilding a year after hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton hit the state. Plus, we'll play a round of Half Full/Half Empty!Here's what we talked about on the show today:“Florida and the U.S. were spared of hurricanes in 2025, but storms are still rapidly intensifying” from WUSF“Hurricane Helene Response” from US Army Corps of Engineers“Assessment of Agricultural Losses Resulting from Hurricane Milton” from University of Florida IFAS“Disaster and insurance costs are rising. The middle class is struggling to hang on” from NPR“Sorting trash can be dirty and dangerous. Sounds like a job for AI” from Marketplace“Disney comes to Sora: What you can and can't do with the characters” from Axios“How fruitcake became a Christmas classic (even if it's unpopular)” from MSN“City life is reshaping raccoons – and may be nudging them toward domestication” from The Guardian

Florida is a state that often feels tangible impacts of climate change, with strong storms and hurricanes making landfall in the state every hurricane season. However, this year is the first time in a decade that the Sunshine State was spared from experiencing a single hurricane. Jessica Meszaros, a climate change reporter at WUSF, joins Kimberly to explain how Floridians are rebuilding a year after hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton hit the state. Plus, we'll play a round of Half Full/Half Empty!Here's what we talked about on the show today:“Florida and the U.S. were spared of hurricanes in 2025, but storms are still rapidly intensifying” from WUSF“Hurricane Helene Response” from US Army Corps of Engineers“Assessment of Agricultural Losses Resulting from Hurricane Milton” from University of Florida IFAS“Disaster and insurance costs are rising. The middle class is struggling to hang on” from NPR“Sorting trash can be dirty and dangerous. Sounds like a job for AI” from Marketplace“Disney comes to Sora: What you can and can't do with the characters” from Axios“How fruitcake became a Christmas classic (even if it's unpopular)” from MSN“City life is reshaping raccoons – and may be nudging them toward domestication” from The Guardian

Welcome back to the My DVC Points podcast, where we highlight the fantastic stories of Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members and their magical journeys. In today's episode, we have an exciting conversation with Michael Hurley, a seasoned Disney podcaster who shares his DVC experiences and insights. Episode 367

Pool Pros text questions hereThis week, Andrea flies solo while Paulette takes a much-needed break—and the result is a fun, educational, slightly unhinged deep dive into cold water season, winter chemistry, dry skin survival, and why cold pools can actually make your job easier (yes, really).From frozen reagents to stain treatments to elderly Floridians complaining about “cold” 78-degree pools, this episode is a full winter-route mood.Episode SummaryAndrea kicks off the show explaining why cold water is basically a superpower for stain removal—and why winter is the perfect time to hit those stubborn stains before the pool closes or before the last brave snowbird gives up on swimming.Then she pivots to the real pain of winter service: dry, cracked, chlorine-blasted pool-tech hands. Andrea drops her holy-grail products for surviving winter route life: • Aquaphor (the OG skin savior) • Gloves in a Bottle (a “liquid glove” that doesn't magically repel water but helps keep your skin intact) • Cheap leather gloves you won't cry about when chlorine eats them aliveWith the hand-care PSA complete, Andrea dives into the meat of the episode:Cold Water + Chemistry = ChaosCold water messes with your testing, your reagents, your strips, your readings… everything. She covers: • Why frozen reagents sometimes survive—if you treat them right • Which false readings are the most common in winter • Why cyanuric acid tests lie in cold water • How pH and alkalinity reactions slow down • Why test strips get stupid below 45°F / 7.2°C • The right way to warm a sample before testing (hint: NOT the microwave)She also explains why, according to Taylor, if the water is too cold for accurate testing… you technically get a pass. (Andrea delivers that part with the exact level of sarcasm you'd expect.)Cold Water Perks You Didn't Know You NeededYep—winter has pros: • Stains lift easier • Algae struggles to survive • You might use fewer chemicals • Nobody's swimming, so nobody complains (except the heat-pump HOA)Andrea also wanders into… • evaporation math • energy loss • bubble covers • liquid solar covers • ducks getting annoyed • Florida people who think 45°F means the end times • commercial pools with 200,000 gallons of lukewarm regret • spa cold-plunge chaos • why solar panels leak out of spiteHer tangent game is elite this episode.Key Takeaways• Cold water interferes with nearly every test, from alkalinity to CYA—warm samples before testing. • Frozen reagents aren't always ruined, but they must thaw naturally and pass the “crack and floaty” check. • Stain treatments work better in cold water, so winter is prime time. • Evaporation steals heat energy like a thief, and even an inch of water lost has a huge thermal impact. • Solar covers can actually add heat—not just retain it. • Liquid covers work… mostly. Don't expect miracles. • Cold water means less algae, fewer chemicals, and fewer complaints—unless you service Florida. • Winter equals crusty pool-tech hand Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins about helping evacuate Floridians from Israel; what blue states and cities can learn from Florida's success at lowering crime in its cities; his military background as a Green Beret, losing a leg, and overcoming adversity; Florida's conservative leadership under Governor Ron DeSantis during COVID-19; the state's legislative achievements as a model for the nation; Florida's stance on immigration, property tax reform, and law enforcement; challenges in the insurance market and the role of tort reform; and Collins' openness to future political leadership and service; and much more. Buy tickets to see Dave Rubin Live here: https://daverubin.com/events/ October 18 - Melbourne, Australia - TBA October 21 - Sydney, Australia - TBA October 27 - Brisbane, Australia - TBA