Podcasts about Hillsborough County

Today we talk to Jon Eriquezzo, a long-time nonprofit leader, who as president and CEO of Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County, is working to bring meals to those in need and foster connections and reduce social isolation across NH. For more information about Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County, click here.

& we're back. This week, we recap our America 250 4th of July celebrations (or lack there of) and talk about Joey Chestnut winning the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Championship. Later an illegal immigrant in Hillsborough County shoots a dog becuase it bit his son and we don't know whose side we are on. Later, a newslady in Miami catches guff from her Program Director for posting thirst traps and we ponder who and who shouldn't be involved in social media. Anna is training for a bike race in Philly. Hear that on the Substack. Sign up for free to sign up.We will be back live on Wednesday at 6:00PM over at WillsYouTube.comWe do an extra half hour on our Substack that is uncut and uncensored, hope to see you there, it's free to join.Get in touch with the show and leave a voice or text message at: (813) 693-2124 or shoot me an email at thehomemadebroadcast@gmail.comLINKS: https://linktr.ee/hmbradioThe #HMB airs Sunday's on Sunshine FM 96.7 in downtown St. Petersburg & anywhere in the world at Radio St. Pete @ 6:10PM & Monday's at 10:15PM or on demand via your favorite podcast app, just search “HMBradio Tampa Bay”.

A Quick Note to Listeners: Before this week’s interview, Will Parker and Jen Schwanke take some time to answer a listener question. This week’s question is: How can I discover my teacher's unique “professional work languages?” Listen in to hear their response! You can use these questions to help discover those “work languages”: How do would you describe your leadership style in three words? What are your best working conditions? How does appreciation feel like for you? How do you communicate early warning signs? What is your genius zone? What is my learning zone? Meet Dina Langston & Stacey James: Stacey James and Dina Langston are experienced educational leaders from Armwood High School in Hillsborough County, Florida. Stacey James currently serves as a Magnet Lead at Armwood High School and has held this role for several years, leading schoolwide efforts to align rigor, routines, and relationships to support instructional improvement and student success. With over 17 years in education, she has previously served as a classroom teacher, AVID coordinator, and instructional coach. James also has more than five years of experience as an AVID staff developer, facilitating professional learning for educators at AVID Summer Institutes and national conferences. Dina Langston serves as principal of Armwood High School, where she leads efforts to improve instructional quality, school culture, and student outcomes through aligned systems and collaborative leadership. Her work has contributed to significant school improvement, including increased graduation rates and academic performance. In recognition of her leadership and impact on student achievement, Langston was awarded the 2026 Principal Leadership Award from Florida TaxWatch. Together, Stacey James and Dina Langston design and deliver professional learning grounded in real school contexts and focused on sustainable improvement for educators and students. The Triple R Framework: Today's guests center their leadership work around what they call the Triple R Framework: rigor, routines, and relationships. These three elements work together to create strong learning environments where students and educators can thrive. When schools intentionally focus on all three, they create both the structure and the culture necessary for sustained improvement. Rigor: Rigor is not simply about giving students more difficult assignments. Instead, it involves designing learning experiences that require students to think deeply, engage meaningfully, and apply their knowledge in authentic ways. When educators maintain high expectations while also providing the support students need to succeed, rigor becomes a pathway to greater engagement and stronger learning outcomes. Key ideas: Maintain high expectations for every student Design learning that requires critical thinking Connect instruction to real-world applications Pair high expectations with strong student support Routines: Predictable routines create stability in classrooms and throughout schools. When students understand procedures and expectations, they can spend less time navigating uncertainty and more time focused on learning. Clear routines also help teachers manage classrooms effectively and maintain a consistent learning environment. Examples include: Clear entry and exit procedures Consistent assignment submission processes Structured discussion and participation norms Reinforcing routines regularly so expectations remain clear Relationships: Relationships are the foundation of a healthy school culture. When students feel known, valued, and supported, they are more likely to engage in learning and take academic risks. Strong relationships among educators, students, and families build trust and create a sense of community that strengthens the entire school environment. Effective strategies include: Community-building activities Meaningful conversations with students Learning about students' interests, backgrounds, and goals Creating a culture where students feel safe to participate and grow Staying Connected: Listen to the full conversation with Dina Langston and Stacey James for more insights on leading with rigor, routines, and relationships! You can stay connected with Dina Langston and Stacey James via the following channels: School website: https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/o/armwood Dina's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dina-langston-60b0a7249/ Email: dina.langston@hcps.net Stacey's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-james-m-ed-m-s-i-d-38391130/ Email: stacey.james@hcps.net The post PMP508: Rigor, Routines, and Relationships with Dina Langston & Stacey James appeared first on Principal Matters.

Sara Bogue was a successful Head Coach and building AD who was recently selected as the County AD for Hillsborough Public Schools in Tampa, Florida. Sara is also a Board Member for the FIAAA and today she shares her journey plus some Best Practices on The Educational AD Podcast!

This month, Scott Ferguson speaks with Mario Rendina about the politics of public employment and training in the United States as they shifted over the course of the late 20th century. Unlike our standard episodes, this conversation is an archival treat: it was originally recorded 11 years ago in 2015, three years before the Money on the Left podcast officially began.Rendina brings over thirty years of hands-on experience working within municipal government in Tampa Bay, Florida—specifically within Hillsborough County. Grounded in his extensive career as a local administrator, Rendina walks us through the decades he spent supervising county initiatives, sketching out how local experimentation actively moved with and against broad macroeconomic shifts at the federal level.As Rendina explains, local administrators routinely interpreted federal laws regulating public employment and training rather than passively accepting top-down mandates as fixed or uncontestable. Despite federal directives to prioritize private-sector placement, Rendina and his colleagues routinely found creative ways to bolster and expand public employment—whether by baking future public employment contracts into library building projects or dynamically staffing their own municipal offices.Throughout the interview, Rendina's testimony tacitly underscores a core Money on the Left lesson: we must not underestimate the institutional and communal capacities that regional governments always-already have at their disposal. While pro-social change requires funding, local institutions can actively leverage their crediting powers and existing infrastructure to mobilize and value local communities.Ultimately, the conversation maps a troubling yet instructive historical trajectory from Lyndon B. Johnson's Great Society to Bill Clinton's notorious "end to welfare as we know it." While the federal government never fully committed to a well-compensated, non-exclusive public job guarantee during this era, Rendina's account highlights genuine pro-social advances we can still learn from today. Crucially, it recounts how Reaganite and Clintonian neoliberalism systematically undercut these endeavors over time, defunding public training programs and increasingly privatizing their leadership, operations, and aims.Conducted with an eye toward future struggles for a federal Job Guarantee grounded in an inalienable right to work, this interview provides a vital archive from which to advance modern movements for public provisioning.Additional Resources:The Full, Raw Audio: Listen to the complete, unedited 2015 recording on our SoundCloud.Conference Presentation: Watch Mario Rendina's presentation delivered at the inaugural Money on the Left Conference at the University of South Florida in 2018.Visit our Patreon page here: https://www.patreon.com/MoLsuperstructureMusic by Nahneen Kula: www.nahneenkula.com

Exploring why the Lions released Terrion Arnold The Detroit Lions moved fast. After a pretrial hearing in Hillsborough County where no charges were dismissed and a $1,000,000 bond was set, the team released CB Terrion Arnold on Monday. The brash move has led to many questions about why the Lions would act so decisively. Tuesday's Daily DLP answers a couple of questions and ideas surrounding the Lions' swift action. The first was posed by Lions legend Lomas Brown to Daily DLP host Jeff Risdon during an appearance Monday night on WJR Radio. Would the Lions have done the same if Arnold were a more successful player and not a relative disappointment on the field through his first two seasons? Risdon believes they would; the team's stated "no turds" policy doesn't have exceptions. But others in the DLP Slack channel and various social media apps disagree. One of the plain truths for the Lions is that the organization didn't want to keep seeing Terrion Arnold associated as a member of the Lions during his upcoming trial. Releasing him now at least deflects any controversy about why the team would continue to employ a person facing multiple felony counts. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #terrionarnold #lionstransactions #lomasbrown #arnoldarrest #lionssecondary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Felony charges rock Detroit's secondary The Detroit Lions woke up to a crisis. The State Attorney in Hillsborough County will file charges against cornerback Terrion Arnold in connection with a February robbery and kidnapping in Tampa. Arnold surrendered at Orient Road Jail and is scheduled for a first appearance in Hillsborough County Court tomorrow. Prosecutors will seek to keep him jailed before trial. His codefendants are already behind bars. A mugshot has been released. The case features multiple felony counts that can carry a potential life sentence. The filing lays out a detailed timeline. It includes messages from a group chat during the attack. The account describes Arnold giving directions while the incident was underway. The scope and seriousness are not in dispute. The questions now are legal, football, and organizational. What the allegations say The incident stems from a retaliation attempt tied to damage at an Airbnb. The victims in this case might not be the original targets. That distinction does not soften the legal exposure. Multiple witnesses and corroborating details appear in the materials. A pretrial detention motion is coming. A hearing date is pending. The immediate outcome will guide the team's next move and the NFL's conduct review. Even if charges are reduced or resolved, league punishment remains a real possibility. Recent conduct rulings have been significant. Eight games set a rough precedent in a separate situation, later reduced when charges changed. With multiple people involved here, any argument for leniency could be a tougher sell. How the Detroit Lions adjust on the field The Detroit Lions planned on Arnold starting. Now that plan is broken. The team could be down three of last year's four primary starting defensive backs for Week 1. The secondary is improved, but it is not yet great. DJ Reader has looked good this spring and summer in the front, but coverage stress rises without a top outside corner. Raq Yasun is the next man up for a starting role. This is also an opening for Ennis Rakestraw. Depth names surfaced as options, including Nick Whiteside and Keith Abney. None offers Arnold's projected ceiling if he had made the expected leap. The margin for error shrinks against NFL passing games. Contract, discipline, and the next 48 hours Felony charges can void guarantees, even on a rookie deal. That gives the club flexibility if it chooses to act. A standard organizational statement is likely after the initial court appearance. The legal calendar will shape the league timeline, and the league timeline will shape Detroit's roster decisions. This is a severe, fast-moving story. The Detroit Lions Podcast will track the hearing, the team's response, and how Detroit reshapes its secondary before Week 1. #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #terrionarnold #arrest #lionssecondary #camsutton #ennisrakestraw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Greenside Up Podcast, Jordan and the team sit down with ISA Certified Arborist Marti Machado to trace his journey from hustling tree work out of a '72 Toyota dually to becoming one of Hillsborough County's most trusted tree professionals. Marti shares raw, entertaining stories from his early days climbing with a boat anchor line, the career-changing influence of industry legend Richard Bailey, and how he evolved from "just cutting branches for a paycheck" to selling knowledge, risk management, and long-term tree health. Along the way, the conversation dives into sales strategy in tree care, how to read customers and ask better questions, building a high-caliber crew and culture at Independent Tree Service, and why showcasing live job sites is their best closing tool. Outside of work, Marti opens up about family life, raising a volleyball standout daughter, and his infamous neighborhood guacamole and margarita showdown, blending humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom from a lifetime in arboriculture. Connect with Jason and Jordan:

Ryan talks to Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor At Large Ashley Kritzer about the Tampa Bay Rays' plans for a Tampa ballpark district. She breaks down what is currently known about the proposal, including apartments, retail, and mixed-use development, and discusses the Rays' position that much of the return on investment would come from the surrounding district. They also discuss Hillsborough County commissioners taking a vote related to concerns involving the Tampa Sports Authority.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the second time “teen takeover” in the Tampa Bay region has ended in arrests. A Polk County teen is facing an attempted murder charge after an incident at Clearwater Beach just over a week ago.Could social media be the key to keeping teens out of trouble?We also talk with the local architect undertaking the renovation project for the Jackson House in downtown Tampa.Also, does Hillsborough County need a new courthouse annex?And what does your book stack look like this summer?Website: 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/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

Hillsborough County is holding its annual hurricane preparedness event Saturday (June 13th). The Disaster and Recovery Expo is taking place at the Feeding Tampa Bay facility at 3624 Causeway Boulevard, from 9 a.m. to noon. We speak with Hillsborough Fire Rescue's Public Safety Chief, Rob Herrin, about what's going on there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commander CKMoore, Planning Section Chief of Hillsborough County's Office of Emergency Management, joins host Steve Vancore to share hard-won insights from a career spanning 27 years in the Coast Guard and three years with Hillsborough County. CK walks through what makes tabletop exercises truly effective, emphasizing the importance of bringing the right stakeholders together and using realistic scenarios that genuinely test emergency plans.The conversation covers Hillsborough County's experience with Hurricanes Debbie, Helene, and Milton, and how each storm exposed new challenges that drove improvements. CK also discusses technological innovations, including roboticdrain inspection systems and strategies for balancing emergency response with routine maintenance.

Drop us a note about the podcast. People say they want “proof,” but Jesus points to something most of us try to dodge: works. We open with John 10 and the sharp divide Christ names between those who recognize the Shepherd's voice and those who refuse Him, then we ask the uncomfortable follow-up: if actions reveal what's real, what do our actions say about our faith?From there, we move into Genesis 2 and the standard for Christian marriage: leaving, cleaving, becoming one flesh, and living without shame. I wrestle with what I see in modern church life, why divorce still tells a story we should not ignore, and how daily obedience, repentance, and self-control build the kind of unity Scripture describes. We also read Psalm 116 and Proverbs 15, because fear, grief, and wisdom are not side topics, they are where discipleship gets tested.We broaden the lens to American history and public life, including a Medal of Honor citation and a reading from John Adams that lands like a warning flare: liberty cannot stand on slogans alone. Adams argues that religion and morality are the only stable foundation for a free constitution, and I connect that to the deeper point running through everything today, we either return to God or we simply trade one form of tyranny for another.Subscribe to the American Soul Podcast, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it. What part challenged you most?#AmericanPatriot#JohnAdams#ChristianNationSupport the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribeCountryside Book Serieshttps://www.amazon.com/Countryside-Book-J-T-Cope-IV-ebook/dp/B00MPIXOB2 

Ryan, Dana, and Chris Trenkmann discuss Hillsborough County commissioners requesting a detailed report on how Florida's proposed property tax reforms could affect county finances and services. They also review listener comments, opinions, and talkbacks reflecting a wide range of views on the property tax debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Ira in an interview with Nadia Askar, an organizer with the Fightback FIBA campaign. They discuss how Hillsborough County residents are trying to stop local funds from being invested into Israeli companies that directly contribute to the genocide in Palestine.

RIck Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3rd straight loss as the defense commits 3 more errors and the bats are silent again. The Rays did add 9-time All-Star Craig Kimbrel who pitched a solid inning on Tuesday. Plus the Bucs OTAs are underway as Emeka Egbuka makes a spectacular one-handed catch but Bucky Irving won't participate in any OTAs or minicamp next month but should be ready for Training Camp. Also the Bucs are preparing to ask for nearly $1 billion dollars for stadium renovations as the Rays are still working their deal with Hillsborough County and the City of Tampa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's MJ Morning Show:Michelle & Bailey vote on whether to use this letter for Ask FlabbyKrispy Kreme $1.6 million settlementMorons in the newsESPN college softball play-by-play hot-mic momentWhat movie did Fester suggest for MJ and his uppity friends?Movie - "Obession"Bailey bought tickets...MJ asks listeners to stop sending 'Dude Humor' storiesDear Flabby - Is the listener the a-hole?What's the sleep sweet-spot (duration)Listener e-mails... 1. Tie-dye shirt to wear to school and, 2. Michelle is a liar2 drunk women on bodycam... did one of them hit a taxi driver?Anthony from Station House BBQ... how expensive has beef become? Some Texas restaurants have shut downWife getting beauty procedure in Mexico disappears Hyundai recallU-Haul flatbed dragging a huge tree branch damages multiple carsCarnival sued by man claiming burns on his feetPhones work... callers test the linesWoman traveled two states for a date, and her date abandoned her at dinnerDUI arrests in Hillsborough County over Memorial Day WeekendI-275/Howard Frankland Bridge opens northbound express lanesDiner recommendation from Fester to MichelleWoman arrested, police found a bottle of wine hidden inside...RFK Jr. caught two black racers at Dr. Oz's homeTiger Woods is back in rehabSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After emigrating from Cuba to the U.S. at age ten, Georges Gonzalez struggled to find his voice and his passion. It took joining the Civil Air Patrol and, later, the Air Force to boost his confidence and instill a work ethic he'd carry with him for years. He began his post-military career as a delivery driver for Coca-Cola, where he quickly moved up the ranks. But after working for the company for more than a decade, Georges took a buy-out in 2015. Before long, he was on to his next adventure, working in the water utility sector, starting in Pinellas County in west-central Florida. Today, he's the director of enterprise solutions for water resources in nearby Hillsborough County, Florida. This week on With Great Power, Georges talks about how his team is evaluating AI tools for improving its customer service representative training, among other functions. Georges explains the county government's careful approach to using artificial intelligence, how department staff have reacted to it, and how the water resources team is testing the technology. Credits: Hosted by Brad Langley. Produced by Mary Catherine O'Connor. Edited by Anne Bailey. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is executive editor. The GridX production team includes Jenni Barber, Samantha McCabe, and Brad Langley.

Hillsborough County is updating its hurricane evacuation maps. We talk with Katja Miller at the county's Office of Emergency Management about what that means for your hurricane plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-game sweep of the Orioles as they come from 2 runs down in the 8th inning to win by 2. Also good news for Yandy Diaz as x-rays were negative on his hands after being hit by a pitch on Tuesday, Hillsborough County approves the non-binding MOU by a 5-2 votes and the verdict on the re-trial of Wander Franco is expected next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan, Dana, Chris Trenkmann, and Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor at Large Ashley Kritzer discuss the Hillsborough County Commission voting in favor of the Rays ballpark Memorandum of Understanding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get the most up to date and quickest  St Petersburg, Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Pinellas Beaches and Pinellas County Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you... If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time? If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth St Pete / Clearwater / Pinellas County Stats: https://youtu.be/IYBVgGXv7Hw Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-e... ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest Tampa and Hillsborough County Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you... If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time? If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth Tampa / Brandon / Hillsborough Stats: https://youtu.be/9_EQsHX-AI8 Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Hillsborough County Real Estate Statistics and Market Trends for May 2026 Want to know what the Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Brandon real estate market is doing? If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in Tampa, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Westchase, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Bloomingdale, South Tampa, or Seminole Heights you will want to know what the current real estate market is doing! These statistics are for May 2026 (they lag behind about 30 days). Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Pinellas County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays winning ways as they've taken the first 2 games from the Orioles but there is injury concerns with Yandy Diaz who was hit in both hands on Tuesday night. The Rays Stadium MOU has votes this week in Hillsborough County and with the City of Tampa and the Bucs defensive coaches spoke and they really like Rueben Bain Jr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan, Dana, Chris Trenkmann, and Florida Politics Publisher Peter Schorsch discuss Hillsborough County moving toward a non-binding vote on the Rays Memorandum of Understanding, including concerns over public funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Dana discuss the Hillsborough County teacher who was removed after she hung a black baby doll from a cord in the classroom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early-Season Manager Firings An unusually high number of high-profile managers have been fired before the season even hit 30 games. Alex Cora's departure from Boston, why he turned down the Phillies job, and what it means for the Red Sox going forward — including the treatment of franchise legend Jason Varitek.NL Central Surprise Every team in the NL Central is above .500, a rare feat not matched by any other division. The American League, by comparison, has just four teams above .500 total.  break down why this division deserves more national attention and what it means at the trade deadline.Tampa Bay Rays Update The Rays are playing strong baseball, with the M's — Mound, Management, and Metrics — firing on all cylinders:Nick Martinez has emerged as a fan favorite and rotation anchorShane McClanahan's comeback story continues to impressSteven Matz is providing veteran leadership and consistencyJesse Schultz has looked outstanding in his early appearancesOBP, batting average, and stolen bases are all upGavin Lux is working his way up in AAA, with a key roster decision looming involving Taylor Walls and Ben WilliamsonFormer Rays Around the League Mark tracks ex-Rays including Josh Lowe (Angels), Jake Bauers (breaking up a Paul Skenes no-hit bid), and Nathaniel Lowe's walk-off home run. Kansas City Trip  a memorable trip to Kauffman StadiumMemorable trip to Kauffman StadiumMoving visit to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, including a chance encounter with President Bob KendrickReflections on Buck O'Neal's legacy and his connection to Florida historyThe Royals' iconic fountains, Friday night fireworks, and the famous "PaSquatch" Sasquatch mascot for Vinnie PasquantinoThe beloved outfield experience: putt-putt, batting cages, carousel, and BBQGame-by-game stats for Mike Trout and Salvador Perez across the Angels-Royals seriesStadium Funding Debate The Rays' public funding request has been reduced by ~$150M to ~$1 billion, but Hillsborough County officials say it still falls short. Mark and Mat broaden the conversation to the ethics of billion-dollar stadium spending across MLB and NFL, contrasting it with the Blue Jays' $500M Rogers Centre renovation.Most Intriguing Teams Right NowMark: Disappointed by the Blue Jays' slow start; keeping an eye on the Astros (11-19)Mat: The Oakland Athletics — underrated lineup (Nick Kurtz, Shea Langeliers, Carlos Cortez), a new stadium on the way, and a budget freed up for big movesThe Pirates also getting Mat's attention as a fun, under-covered teamABS (Automated Ball-Strike System) The guys discuss the ABS system's growing role in the game, including a malfunction during a Rays game that may have affected the outcome. Both hosts are bullish on its future, believing it levels the playing field and will eventually be used every pitch.2026 MLB Draft Preview With the Rays holding the 2nd overall pick, the debate is between:Grady Emerson (SS, toolsy with Bobby Witt Jr. comparisons)Von Lockey (C, Georgia Tech) — with the Rays historically lacking an elite catcher, this pick could change the franchiseKey Names Mentioned Alex Cora, Jason Varitek, Don Mattingly,  Bobby Witt Jr., Nick Martinez, Shane McClanahan, Steven Matz, Jesse Schultz, Gavin Lux, Taylor Walls, Ben Williamson, Mike Trout, Salvador Perez, Josh Lowe, Jake Bauers, Paul Skenes, Tarik Skubal, Willie Adames, Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman, Bob Kendrick, Buck O'Neal, Nick Kurtz, Shea Langeliers, Carlos Cortez, Alex Bregman, Isaac Paredes, Grady Emerson, Von Lockey, Cedric Mullins, Vinnie Pasquantino, Jose Ramirez

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers taking Rueben Bain Jr. with the 15th pick in the NFL Draft. The Lightning play the Canadiens in Game 3 tonight, the Rays host the Twins as Taj Bradley returns and Hillsborough County says they can't meet the Rays June 1st stadium deal deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**The Drive with TKras** tackles troubling developments surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays stadium situation, as Hillsborough County signals it's unlikely to meet the team's June 1 deadline for a new ballpark deal. What does this mean for the Rays' future in the Tampa Bay area? TKras breaks down the political roadblocks, financial sticking points, and growing uncertainty around the franchise's long-term home. With tensions rising and timelines slipping, is this just another setback—or a sign of something more serious? From relocation concerns to stalled negotiations, TKras unpacks why this latest update isn't just “not good”—it could be a turning point in the stadium saga.

We discuss the sprawl created by the extension of I-75 beyond Hillsborough County. The road created major sprawl in Southwest Florida leading to the rapid development of gated and exclusive communities in the area that helped tilt Florida toward the GOP.It also created a new western suburban corporate culture in Broward County that shifted jobs away from the core city areas of Fort Lauderdale and Miami toward I-75.The road replaced Alligator Alley across Big Cypress and the Everglades erasing what was an environmental blight and a death trap for Florida Panthers and other animals and created a virtual 70-mile causeway that helped restore proper water flows in the ecosystem.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-game sweep of the Chicago White Sox for their 6th straight win. Questions still remain after Hillsborough County's workshop on a Rays Stadium Deal. The Lightning open up the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday afternoon at 5:45pm vs. the Montreal Canadiens. Plus we answer your mailbag questions the Bucs draft needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode: The Tampa Baseball Museum with Josh WeaverHosts: Mark Corbett & Mat GermainGuest: Josh Weaver, Curator of the Tampa Baseball MuseumEpisode OverviewMark and Mat sit down with returning guest Josh Weaver, curator of the Tampa Baseball Museum, to discuss the museum's history, community outreach, future modernization ideas, and the incredible depth of major league baseball talent that has come out of Hillsborough County, Florida.Key Topics CoveredThe Tampa Baseball MuseumLocated in a historic 1905 casita (home) in Ybor City — the former home of Al Lopez, the first player from Tampa to reach the major leaguesOne of only four museums in the U.S. housed in a player's actual birthplace or home (alongside the Babe Ruth Museum in Baltimore, Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum in Greenville, SC, and the Hank Aaron Museum in Mobile, AL)Focuses on Hillsborough County baseball history, not just the city of TampaCurrently features 121 players born or raised in Hillsborough County who made it to the major leagues, with 89 baseballs on the "baseball wall"Four Hall of Famers with Hillsborough County ties: Al Lopez, Wade Boggs, Tony La Russa, and Fred McGriffCommunity OutreachMobile museum that travels to little league opening/closing day ceremonies and local eventsSponsors teams in West Tampa Little LeagueUses artifacts (like Tino Martinez's 2000 World Series jersey) to spark intergenerational baseball conversationsPartners with local mascots (King Ripple, Finley, SouthPaw) for reading events at schools and librariesHosts intimate "Coach's Corner" events featuring retired players and coaches (e.g., Larry Rothschild, David Magadan, Joe Maddon, Roberto Hernandez)The Reading SeriesJosh has written a children's book on Baltimore's Camden YardsUpcoming releases: children's biographies of local judge and former minor leaguer Robin Fuson, and MLB veteran David MagadanPlayers have full review and editorial control over their booksFuture Ideas DiscussedVirtual reality and holographic technology to modernize the museum experience and attract younger visitorsA "sandlot game" concept: retired MLB players vs. current regional coaches, to bridge generations and grow community engagementPreserving memories of the Tropicana Field via 360° VR before the venue changesCollaboration with other small baseball museums (Ty Cobb Museum, Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum) for cross-museum eventsNotable Players & Names MentionedAl Lopez, Wade Boggs, Tino Martinez, Luis Gonzalez, Fred McGriff, Tony La Russa, Lou Piniella, Pete Alonso, Kyle Tucker, Preston Tucker, Kevin Cash, Brett Phillips, Logan Gilbert, Caglianone, David Magadan, Roberto Hernandez, Joe Maddon, Pop Cuesta, Pete Mulry, Nardi Contreras, Chuck Hernandez, Manny Seoane, Robin Fuson, Randy Myers, Clint Hurdle, Arminda Mata (CEO, Ybor Society)Resources & LinksTampa Baseball Museum website: Search "Tampa Baseball Museum"Facebook / Instagram: Follow Tampa Baseball Museum for upcoming events and the newsletterPrevious episode: Arminda Mata, CEO of the Ybor City Museum SocietyPrevious episode: Robin Fuson (judge/former minor leaguer)Book mention: Baseball and the Law by Lou Schiff (features Robin Fuson and Tony La Russa)

$2.3 billion stadium$1 billion in public fundsThe Rays are asking for a LOT from multiple different revenue/tax sources to get a new stadium done in Tampa, but it will be up to Hillsborough County & the City of Tampa on if those funds will be allocated.Either way, it's a big ask at a crucial time for the Rays as they look to not squander recent momentum built, hoping to put enough pressure on the area to pull in their direction.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

Hillsborough County residents are using "Whistle Watch" to alert neighbors of ICE activity. Learn how the community-driven approach works and what resources are available.

Ryan, Dana, and Chris Trenkmann discuss the latest on the Rays ballpark deal after a draft framework deal between the Rays, Hillsborough County, and Tampa was released.

Ryan, Dana, and Chris Trenkmann discuss the latest on the Rays ballpark deal after a draft framework deal between the Rays, Hillsborough County, and Tampa was released.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking news hits The Drive with TKras as we dive into the latest developments surrounding a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays. A proposed term sheet has been presented to Hillsborough County—but what does it actually mean for the team, the fans, and the future of baseball in Tampa Bay? TKras unpacks the key details, the financial implications, and the political angles behind the proposal. Is this a real step toward keeping the Rays in the area, or is there a hidden catch buried in the fine print? Get the clarity you need on a complex situation—this is the stadium story everyone will be talking about.

Nick plays and reacts to Ken Hagan, on The Drive with TKras on Monday, dropping a few pieces of information as it relates to the Rays possibly getting a new stadium in Hillsborough County.

Ryan and Dana dive into the latest twists in the Tampa Bay Rays ballpark saga with Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor at Large Ashley Kritzer, breaking down where negotiations stand, what is at stake financially, and how local leaders are positioning themselves. Then, WFLA News Anchor Chris Trenkmann joins the conversation as Hillsborough County commissioners clash over transparency in the proposed deal.

Ryan and Dana dive into the latest twists in the Tampa Bay Rays ballpark saga with Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor at Large Ashley Kritzer, breaking down where negotiations stand, what is at stake financially, and how local leaders are positioning themselves. Then, WFLA News Anchor Chris Trenkmann joins the conversation as Hillsborough County commissioners clash over transparency in the proposed deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hillsborough County Real Estate Statistics and Market Trends for March 2026 Want to know what the Tampa, Temple Terrace, and Brandon real estate market is doing? If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in Tampa, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Westchase, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Bloomingdale, South Tampa, or Seminole Heights you will want to know what the current real estate market is doing! These statistics are for March 2026 (they lag behind about 30 days). Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Pinellas County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest Tampa and Hillsborough County Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you... If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time? If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth Tampa / Brandon / Hillsborough Stats: https://youtu.be/9_EQsHX-AI8 Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-estate-and-home-market-statistics/ ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Get the most up to date and quickest  St Petersburg, Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Pinellas Beaches and Pinellas County Home Stats in 2 minutes! However if you want to actually understand what these numbers mean for you... If you want to know how these numbers impact you as a buyer or seller... Maybe you're thinking about selling or buying and wondering if now is the right time? If you want to know what the next 3-6 months are going to look like and any potential market shifts coming down the road... If you want any of those you should absolutely watch my monthly in-depth market analysis as well as download my monthly report. In-Depth St Pete / Clearwater / Pinellas County Stats: https://youtu.be/IYBVgGXv7Hw Sign up for the Monthly Statistics Email for all of Hillsborough County https://ashlarRE.com/tampa-bay-real-e... ------- Want to experience The Way Real Estate Should Be™? Book a chat at the time that works best for you! https://ashlarre.com/book-a-chat Find a Home https://ashlarRE.com Great Things Tampa Bay - My mobile app and show help you find all the great eats, great places, and great people in the greater Tampa Bay area! https://GreatThingstb.com/ Want help selling a home? Get your Free Home Value Report today! https://ashlarRE.com/home-value/

Abraham Shakespeare won thirty million dollars in the Florida Lottery. Three years later, he was dead -- shot twice, buried under concrete in Lakeland, Florida. This episode features real court recordings and interrogation audio.Abraham Shakespeare, 43, was a truck driver's assistant from Lakeland, Florida, who lived simply and was known for his generosity. Friends described him as someone who would help anyone, even when he had little to give. On November 15, 2006, Shakespeare won a $30 million Florida Lotto jackpot, choosing a lump-sum payout of approximately $17 million. He purchased a million-dollar home in a gated community, bought cars for friends, paid off mortgages for relatives, and gave cash to nearly anyone who asked. Within two years, the majority of his fortune had been spent or given away. He told relatives he sometimes wished he had never won.In late 2008, Dorice "Dee Dee" Moore approached Shakespeare, claiming she wanted to write a book about how people were taking advantage of him. Moore positioned herself as his financial protector. Within months, she had Shakespeare sign over his home, his remaining properties, and control of his bank accounts to companies she owned. By early April 2009, Moore controlled nearly everything. When Shakespeare began pressing her about where his money had gone, he vanished. His last confirmed sighting was in the first week of April 2009.Moore launched an elaborate deception to cover his absence. She sent text messages from his phone, forged letters in his name, and paid a man to impersonate Shakespeare on a phone call to his own mother. She told police he had planned his own disappearance. When Shakespeare's family reported him missing in November 2009, investigators with the Polk County Sheriff's Office traced the financial records. Every explanation Moore offered contradicted the evidence. A controlled phone call arranged by detectives caught Moore pressuring an attorney to maintain lies about Shakespeare's whereabouts.In January 2010, acting on evidence from an undercover operation, authorities discovered Shakespeare's body buried nine feet deep under a concrete slab at a property on Highway 60 in Plant City, Florida. He had been shot twice in the chest with a .38 caliber revolver. On December 10, 2012, a Hillsborough County jury convicted Dorice Moore of first-degree murder after three and a half hours of deliberation. The judge called her "cold, calculated, and cruel" and sentenced her to life in prison without parole.This episode features court recordings and interrogation audio from the investigation into Abraham Shakespeare's murder. Listener discretion advised.Support Obscura:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/obscuracrimepodcast/Website: https://www.mythsandmalice.com/show/obscura/Apple Premium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/black-label/id6443660911Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Chime: https://chime.com/OBSCURA* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Check out Mood and use my code OBSCURA for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code OBSCURA20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/obscura-a-true-crime-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This podcast episode delivers a critical overview of the current emergency management landscape, with particular emphasis on the heat advisories issued by the National Weather Service for various regions in California. The episode elucidates the heightened risk of heat illness among vulnerable populations due to elevated temperatures, thereby underscoring the necessity for adequate cooling measures. Furthermore, we discuss the emergency proclamation enacted by Hawaii County in response to the March 2026 Kona Low weather event, alongside essential storm updates and shelter information from Maui County as conditions worsen. Additionally, we reflect on the seismic activity reported by the USGS, which reveals numerous minor earthquakes occurring within the last 24 hours, albeit without prompting a national protective response. The episode concludes with an urgent reminder to stay informed and safe amidst these evolving situations.Takeaways:* The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for parts of Coastal California, indicating serious heat illness risks for vulnerable populations.* Hawaii County has declared a state of emergency in response to the March 2026 Kona Low weather event, focusing on public safety measures.* Maui County is actively providing updates regarding storm conditions and shelter information as the weather situation escalates.* In the past 24 hours, the USGS recorded multiple earthquakes globally, yet there is no indication of a national protective response in the United States.* Travel advisories have been updated by the U.S. Department of State, particularly for Azerbaijan, urging reconsideration of travel due to regional hostilities.* Florida's Hillsborough County continues to enforce an emergency ban on open burning due to ongoing emergency conditions.Sponsorhttps://go.emnmedia.com/IWCE2026SourcesNOAA / NWSNWS Bay Area (MTR) — Watches/Warnings/Advisories text (Heat Advisory content)NWS San Diego (SGX) — Watches/Warnings/Advisories text (Heat Advisory content)NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard (LOX) — Watches/Warnings/Advisories text (Heat Advisory content)USGSUSGS — Magnitude 2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day (map/feed entry point)USGS — 2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day (CSV feed)Travel advisoriesU.S. Dept. of State — Azerbaijan International Travel Information (Travel Advisory dated March 12, 2026)HawaiiHawaii County — Emergency Proclamation relating to the March 2026 Kona Low weather eventMaui County — Kona storm update / shelter information (posted March 12, 2026)FloridaHillsborough County, FL — Extension of emergency ban on open burning (issued March 12, 2026) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emnetwork.substack.com/subscribe

On today's MJ Morning Show:Will Fester serve on a jury? Could he end up sequestered?A hot air balloon ride is something MJ won't do, and one just got caught up on a radio towerMorons in the news150th anniversary of the Kentucky meat showerCEO grabs kid and throws him to the floor by his neckMJ calls Hillsborough County jury services to check Fester's jury number statusDon't pack liquor in your kids' lunches in GeorgiaTeen tried a fire-breathing challengeKids' injuries from online challengesSchools closing bathrooms to try to control vaping... We took calls"6-7" is now deadWoman with no right hand cited for holding a phone in her right hand"Quiz MJ" - Fester has a word for MJUSF-based writer lists the best restaurants in Tampa BayBern's and La Segunda collaborationFester says MJ should get Metaglasses - Apparently they upload videos for review Airlines still trying to get passengers to leave luggage behind in emergenciesKelly Osbourne claps back at body-shamers following her transformationBilly Idol says smoking crack got him off heroin.... What?MJ's elbowGuthrie updateKentucky Powerball winner pleads guiltyRanch dressing milkshake at Great Wolf LodgeCall to Bryan Stern/Grey Bull Rescue while performing rescues in Middle EastAnchor vs MeteorologistSelene Gomez kissing toesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A cold front has brought very low humidity to much of Florida and heightened the wildfire risk. We speak with Hillsborough County fire marshall Tammy Zurla. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's MJ Morning Show:LentAtmospheric interferenceMorons in the newsWalmart FreezeUnited Airlines emergency landing... gained 2, lost 1How many school zone speeding tickets in Hillsborough County were there?MJ InstagramA particular creation people wish hadn't been invented... We took callsZuckerberg lawsuitBoy George & Culture Club reviewReece's controversyRecap - A guy smashed the wrong car in a Publix parking lot12 things you can't bury in your backyardPapa John's wants a Michelin starMJ & Michelle are binge watching "The Pit"Woman arrested for abandoning a dog at an airportFormer Prince Andrew arrestedA model in Epstein's orbitWeight loss drug... people are quitting for this reasonA car drove under a school bus... caught on videoResearch: Do this to become less angryWhich NFL team is for sale?USF CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins visits the studioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are the Rays going to cross the bridge and play in Hillsborough County?! And which show member of the Traders has been given the boot?! Stream all of the top stories here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.