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This ain't the Moran commission anymore: The Sarasota County commissioners yesterday voted to strip builders of funding for an education program.Next: Homeowners in a posh subdivision near North Port are learning the hard way that developers wield a lot of power - even after they sold you the home they built. Suncoast Searchlight brings us this story.Then: How did New College hire a politically connected figure after he appeared in three local police reports? Suncoast Searchlight is trying to find out.Next: Four hundred people crowded into a town hall organized by opponents of a takeover of the Ringling Museum of Art by New College. Farah Vallecillo was there.Next: It took Venice city councilmembers barely five minutes to decide how to fill the seat abandoned by Joan Farrell two weeks ago. Ramon Lopez reports.Finally: A decision on a controversial skyscraper project has been delayed - because of a missing green-yellow sign. Gretchen Cochran explains.

Developer Pat Neal got his way in Venice, overcoming well-organized opposition - and prompting the resignation of a frustrated city council member. Ramon Lopez reports.Next: The words “climate change” very rarely pop up in the official vocabulary of Sarasota County. But it just launched its first voluntary buyout program for repeatedly flooded homeowners. Farah Vallecillo has more on that.Then: The biggest suburban development ever in the history of Sarasota overcame a hurdle this week - but barely. Finally: The affordable housing gap keeps growing in Sarasota. This week, one advocate urged Sarasota County commissioners to adopt a set of measures.

A new Florida law makes interaction with China difficult. Citing that law, New College fired a teacher who is actually seeking political asylum here. We'll have this report brought to you by the Suncoast Searchlight.Then: Staying with New College: After 16 months of planning, the student-made Catalyst newspaper is back, but it's now off-campus.Next: Sarasota County wants to return stormwater management within city limits back to the city of Sarasota. Ramon Lopez explains what's behind this move.Finally: Elon Musk's cut-and-shut operations in Washington caused another ripple in Sarasota. Alex Lieberman reports. 

After massive flooding last year, Sarasota County is asking the City of Sarasota to take over stormwater management. That would end an agreement that began in the last century.Then: You'd think a forest that brings back turtles and birds would be a welcome addition to the neighborhood. It's not for one homeowners' association in suburban Manatee County that actually ripped out a microforest.Next: The Coalition of Immokalee Workers created a successful model that's not only good for immigrant tomato pickers, but also for farmers and grocery store and restaurant chains. As deportation talk is reaching fever pitch, the Coalition is reaching out to new allies across Florida.Finally: Red Tide produces a neurotoxin, and that may affect your brain health. WSLR News reporter Joanne Mills reports about groundbreaking research happening in Sarasota.

Hundreds of homeowners along Phillippi Creek were flooded during Hurricane Debby last August. That has raised questions about deficits in stormwater management and how it could be improved. The Suncoast Searchlight brings us this report. Then: A coalition of non-profit, business and government organizations says they have outperformed the Sarasota County government in recovery efforts after Hurricane Ian. Now they are asking the county to give them the lead in the recovery spending from last year's storms, as Ramon Lopez reports. Next: FEMA has already paid out a billion dollars in the areas affected by last year's trio of storms. But many disaster relief applications are still in limbo, and FEMA agents are asking for your help.Then: The Tesla Takedown came to Sarasota last weekend, and it's coming back next Saturday. We have a report.Finally: What's in your drinking water? A lot of chemicals. Sera Deniz reports from a local forum about the bad and the good.

The death of Gabby Petito was a highly publicized and tragic event that occurred in 2021. Gabby Petito, a 22-year-old woman from Blue Point, New York, embarked on a cross-country road trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. They documented their journey on social media platforms, capturing the attention of many.On September 11, 2021, Gabby's mother reported her missing to the police, expressing concern as she had not heard from Gabby in several days. The search for Gabby intensified, and her story gained widespread media coverage. The public became invested in the case, with social media campaigns and appeals for information.On September 19, 2021, human remains were discovered in a remote area of the Bridger-Teton National Forest in Wyoming, consistent with the description of Gabby Petito. Later, the Teton County Coroner's Office officially confirmed the remains belonged to Gabby, ruling her death a homicide. The cause of death was determined to be strangulation.Gabby's fiancé, Brian Laundrie, returned to Florida on September 1 without Gabby.He became a person of interest in the case but disappeared shortly after Gabby was reported missing. A massive search was launched for Brian, but he remained elusive, leading to speculation and intense media scrutiny.Tragically, the investigation took a significant turn when Brian's remains were found in October 2021 in the Carlton Reserve, a nature reserve in Sarasota County, Florida. The cause of his death was determined to be suicide.In the aftermath of Gabby's murder, her family filed several lawsuits against not only the Laundrie family, but also the the two officers in MOAB who responded to the call. The lawyer for those officers is now labeling the lawsuit as a "publicity stunt" and says that it's ludicrious that the Petito's should ask for a 50 million dollar payout.(commercial at 6:52)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Petito family suit vs. Utah cops 'publicity stunt': Lawyer (nypost.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Yesterday, Sarasota County commissioners surprised their critics and campaign donors again. In a narrow vote, they postponed a decision on a key part of a major development, prompting the developer to huddle with neighbors who are trying to stop the project. Ramon Lopez reports. Then: The governor is setting in motion a takeover of yet another iconic institution in Sarasota. But the resistance is taking shape. Next: Next month, City of Sarasota commissioners are expected to take key decisions regarding the future of the Purple Cow. One of them is whether to seek a historic designation for the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center. Gretchen Cochran reports.Finally: Activists are planning a nationwide economic blackout this Friday. We explain what's behind the idea.

The project to build a super tall and super exclusive condo tower in downtown Sarasota for the super rich survived one challenge. But it has to clear one more hurdle. We have that story. Then: There was a small earthquake in Sarasota County politics this week. Ramon Lopez puts the spotlight on two “no” votes that make a dent in the seemingly unstoppable suburban sprawl machine. Speaking of sprawl: In the middle of a decades-old suburb in Sarasota, a three-acre showcase for urban agriculture and composting is thriving. Sera Deniz put on her boots for this report.

TOP STORIES - Hillsborough Commission keeps fluoride in water after vote to remove it fails; Sarasota County school board set to vote on phone policy; Marlins getting sued over dog urine in wild lawsuit; Gov. Ron DeSantis announces insurance rate reductions for 2025; Pam Bondi sworn in as Attorney General; OnlyFans model Sophie Hall makes a shocking revelation in a lawsuit against Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill; Florida Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez expected to resign soon; Crowd gathers in downtown Tampa for anti-Trump protest; Tampa Police release bodycam footage of suspect and officer shooting at each other; Police body camera shows rescue of man pinned under car.

New College is land-hungry. But the administrators' efforts to expand the small campus have yielded mixed results. This week they seem to have scored one win and one loss. Then: Cell-phone use at school is a thorny subject. The Sarasota school district waded into the controversy by polling students and parents. Ramon Lopez reports about the survey's results. Next: The federal spending freeze this week affected at least one local program. We tell you how.Finally: The developer of Lakewood Ranch scored a major victory last week in a Tampa appeals court for their massive expansion plans in Sarasota County. We had an in-depth interview with the plaintiff about what's next, and what this all means. 

TOP STORIES - Sarasota County mother mourns son killed in DC plane; Anna Paulina Luna seeks significant restrictions on immigrants claiming asylum; Florida's Hillsborough County could ban fluoride from drinking water this week; 1 year since Clearwater plane crash left 3 dead; Hillsborough fire captain arrested on 100+ child porn charges, held on $755k bond; St. Pete police employee fired after sending sexual photos, texts to whom he believed were teen girls.

Sarasota County was ground zero for flooding in Florida this storm season. Yesterday, the Sarasota County Commission held a workshop on stormwater management, and Ramon Lopez was there. Then: Yesterday, three appellate judges heard arguments in a lawsuit that tries to stop the Lakewood Ranch Southeast mega-development. We listened closely to the judges' questions. Next: Light pollution is getting worse at Myakka River State Park. The Our Changing Environment show on WSLR put the spotlight on that problem.Finally: Between the second Trump inauguration, Jimmy Carter's passing, and marches, it was a weekend of contrasts. We bring you a few impressions from the streets of Sarasota.

Sarasota County announced another $200 million-plus federal grant to help with storm recovery. The HUD funds will bail out many distressed homeowners here, and most of the money is supposed to help low- and moderate income households. Then: The first fully bilingual school in the region is expanding, and Dayana Melendez has the details. Next: The Manatee County Commission has a new chairman who wants to be transparent. He took his aspirations for a test-run in the first meeting under his gavel. Next: Immigration and immigrants have become a political and emotional punching bag. A forum in Sarasota wants to bring back the human angle.

Developers are gobbling up rural communities in Sarasota County. One grassroots group in Venice is trying a new approach to save rural lifestyles. Then: The Sarasota County Fire Department wants to take over the last remaining volunteer fire department in the area. They were in for a surprise, as Ramon Lopez witnessed.  Next: The Teamsters have taken on the world's biggest retailer. Days before Christmas, union workers and community supporters will be picketing Amazon distribution centers, including five in the Tampa Bay area. Finally: The Tampa Bay Rays' stadium deal seems to be back on track. Before the Pinellas County Commissioners voted 5-2 to pay their share of the baseball stadium, Meghan Bowman with partner station WMNF talked to some key players.

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The Mike Moran era is over, and the Sarasota County Commission has a new chair. Who did the five commissioners pick? We have the details. Then: Once a year, the Sarasota County Commissioners sit down to pick their top long-term strategic priorities for the coming years. We put the spotlight on what they did NOT talk about. Next: When a luxury developer proposed the tallest tower yet for downtown Sarasota, it went down in a hail of criticism, both by planners and the public. Now it's back, and Florence Fahringer reports about Round 2. Finally: Drug addiction makes pregnancies very hazardous. An event on Friday in Sarasota focuses on how to get better health outcomes.

Even though business seems to be booming, one of the largest private employers in Sarasota County is laying off up to 150 workers. We have the details. Next: Thanksgiving is approaching, and - in the wake of an intense hurricane season - more people in the region are going hungry. Then: How did Black Friday sneak up on us as a Thanksgiving tradition? A WMNF reporter is looking for answers. Then: How are flooded homeowners reacting to disaster? Noah Vinsky talked to two of them, trying to understand their thinking and decision-making. Next: Megaprojects and climate change don't mix well. In the wake of historic flooding, Sarasota just postponed the next step to build a costly performing arts center. An hour north, the stakes for the new Rays stadium are even higher. Next: Voters' worries about schools have produced an electoral upset in a small Florida county. Cathy Antunes of The Detail on WSLR interviews an observer about how this happened.

A Sarasota County board stacked with pro-development characters voted down a housing proposal. To everyone's surprise. A sign of change? Next: Sewage has been in a lot of people's noses and on many people's minds during the recent flooding. So when the Sarasota County utility director talks about wastewater, WSLR listens closely. Next: Transit rarely gets much attention by the Sarasota County Commission. Raising fares for an on-call service did on Wednesday. We have the details.

MCR Health has fallen on hard times and has filed for bankruptcy. How will this affect their 100,000 uninsured patients? Then: A new Sarasota County Commission was sworn in on Tuesday. We are looking for signs of change - and found them. Next: Affordable housing was on the Sarasota County Commission's agenda. An annual report prompted a scolding.  Finally: A local theater is telling the true stories of immigrants.

Mobile home park residents are usually among those hardest hit by hurricanes. But this storm season has been particularly hard, as Della Hale reports. Next: Sarasota County commissions an annual survey, and for the fifth year in a row, overdevelopment is the top concern of people living in Sarasota. We talk to a community activist. Then: For six years, Greg Steube has represented Sarasota County and portions of Charlotte and Lee in the U.S. House of Representatives. Manny Lopez is the underdog challenging the pro-gun, anti-immigration, and anti-abortion congressman. Florence Fahringer had a conversation with Lopez. Finally: Nancy Simpson is a floodplain expert. And she's now running for office, challenging James Buchanan - the son of U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan -  for the seat representing District 74 in the Florida House. Noah Vinsky talked to Simpson.

In this episode, Brett sat down with his friend and fellow Southwest Florida Water Management District alum, Eric Sutton. Before his current role, Eric has spent his entire career in public service. He's worked for Sarasota County; the water management district where he and Brett met; and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, where he would eventually get to serve as the organization's Executive Director. He's currently a Vice-President with Garcia Land Management and Environmental Services. They discuss his family's deep roots in rural Western Kentucky; a childhood spent outdoors; how he changed paths at the University of South Florida and wound up working in the natural sciences; his desire to learn, improve, and take on new challenges; his management philosophy as his responsibilities grew; the love he had for his staff, board, and organization – and when he knew it was time to move on; his new role with Garcia and the challenges of working in the private sector; and a flirtation with the “RV Life”. They also share a glass of whiskey from the Green River Distillery, an historic institution in Owensboro, Kentucky, near walking distance from his childhood hometown of Henderson. Did we mention that Eric is a long-time musician and jingle writer, and a one-time professional elephant washer (we mean, zoologist) at Busch Gardens as well? Well, he is. Special Note: To our fellow Floridians (and even to our listeners and readers in Georgia and North Carolina) who are recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, our hearts are with you, and we won't forget you in the hard months to come. The Florida Specifier/Water for Fighting team is pulling for you and hoping for a safe and speedy recovery for your families and communities. If you'd like to share your story with us, we'd love to hear from you. Just reach out to Brett at flwaterpod@gmail.com or Patrick Gillespie at PatrickGillespie@floridaspecifier.com. To visit the Garcia Land Management and Environmental Services website, go here. To check out the Green River distillery, go here. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Resource Environmental Solutions (RES) RES is the nation's leader in ecological restoration, helping to restore Florida's natural resources with water quality and stormwater solutions that offer communities guaranteed performance and outcomes. Check them out at www.res.us This episode is also brought to you by our friends at Sea and Shoreline. Sea and Shoreline is the Southeast's leading innovator in protecting coastal communities from devastating storms and restoring ecosystems that once faced ecological collapse. Visit their website at www.Seaandshoreline.com. Water for Fighting is part of the Specifier media family – Florida's home for environmental news, discussion, and personalities. Please be sure to check out the Florida Specifier Podcast hosted by Ryan Matthews and Brett as part of the environmental news and discussion brought to you by the Florida Specifier. To learn more about our flagship print publication, weekly newsletter and more, visit The Florida Specifier. You can follow the show on LinkedIn and Instagram @flwaterpod, and you can reach us directly at FLwaterpod@gmail.com with your comments and suggestions for who Brett should be talking with next. Production of this podcast is by Lonely Fox Studios. Thanks to Karl Sorne for making the best of what he had to work with. And to David Barfield for the amazing graphics and technical assistance. And finally, a very special thank you goes out to Bo Spring from the Bo Spring Band for giving permission to use his music for this podcast. The song is called Doing Work for Free, and you should check out the band live, or wherever great music is sold.

What caused a quite new subdivision in suburban Sarasota to be under water after Tropical Storm Debby? An expert found a smoking gun, and he has a series of recommendations for Sarasota County on how to prevent similar damage during the next floods. Ramon Lopez has the details. Next: Two hundred and sixty five warehouse workers in Sarasota scored one of the biggest wins for private-sector unions in decades in this region.  Then: The Sarasota County commission wants to steer millions of federal disaster relief dollars to a developer-led training program. That has stirred up pushback by people who want the funding to go to public schools instead. Finally: Sarasota's LGBTQ community has been hit hard by the recent storms. Noah Vinsky tallies the damage.

Sarasota City Commissioners were going to get a presentation about water quality in the Bay after recent storms. But Dr. Dave Tomasko went beyond that and made the commissioners look at the big picture: Climate change. Then: Red Tide is looming again for Southwest Florida. Next: Dunes are a first line of defense for beach communities. But following back-to-back hurricanes, the dunes along the coastlines in Southwest Florida experienced significant damage.  Then: The recent storms caused serious disruptions in the lives of Sarasota County residents. How will that factor into the Nov. 5 elections? Ramon Lopez has a look. Next: One of the presidential candidates is far ahead in a recent Florida survey.  Then: Vote-by-mail and early voting turnout seems to be shattering records in Florida. Meghan Bowman with partner station WMNF tells us how and why. Finally: Sarasota County has the only elected Charter Review Board in the state. We give you a look at the issues and candidates.

A week after the direct hit, WSLR News reporter Ramon Lopez brings you a roundup of the area's robust recovery after Milton. Next: At a protest in St. Petersburg, elected officials and community activists press Gov. Ron DeSantis to recognize climate change as a fact of life. Partner station WMNF reports. Then: Insurance is on everybody's mind. We have a look at FEMA application lines, and we talked to an adjuster while he was stuck in traffic to the islands as well as to an advocate for insurance reform. Then: Debris removal has been a bottleneck and hazard before Milton hit, and now double-whammy mountains are piling up in front of homes. WSLR reporter Della Hale has the latest on Sarasota County efforts. Finally: Milton wrecked the Lido Beach condo building that is the main residence of a couple in their 80s. Do they see a future in Sarasota? Ramon Lopez asked them. 

I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message here and let me know what you thought about the episode. :)As Hurricane Milton threatened Florida, I found myself grappling with anxiety and worry for my hometown of Sarasota. Traveling to Cincinnati for a keynote on the power of personal stories, I couldn't escape the shared trepidation at the airport, as travelers exchanged tales of loved ones caught in the storm's path. This collective concern spurred me into action, reaching out to Florida-based organizations to see how we could all lend a hand. The responses were heartwarming, offering a glimpse into how community and storytelling can become a beacon of hope during crises.Join me in this special episode of Missions to Movements, where I illuminate the efforts of remarkable organizations like the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and the Treasure Coast Food Bank, both tirelessly distributing meals and supplies. Susan from the SPCA of Brevard shares the challenges faced by animal shelters, while the Community Foundation of Sarasota County unveils key initiatives like the Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund and the Season of Sharing campaign, focused on long-term recovery. Discover how you can contribute to these essential efforts and help rebuild communities ravaged by Hurricane Milton.Get Involved & Donate here: Feed Hope NowSPCA of BrevardSuncoast Disaster Recovery FundSeason of Sharing CampaignGiving season is just around the corner and DonorPerfect has your back. Jumpstart your end-of-year content in seconds with DonorPerfect's FREE fundraising AI bot at donorperfect.com/bot.My book, The Monthly Giving Mastermind, is here! Grab a copy here and learn my framework to build, grow, and sustain subscriptions for good.Let's Connect! Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show! Head to YouTube for digital marketing how-to videos and podcast teasers Want to book Dana as a speaker for your event? Click here!

Hurricane Milton made landfall on Wednesday night around 8:30 p.m. as a Category 3 storm with maximum sustained winds of 120 miles per hour near Siesta Key in Sarasota County. Milton spawned scores of tornadoes left more than 3 million utility customers without power. The AP reports at least five people died due to Milton's impacts. While there has been significant flooding along the coast — and hundreds of thousands of people remain without power — Milton did not turn out to be as damaging as projections showed as it approached the peninsula. We debrief the storm with a meteorologist with the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network. We also check in with someone from Sarasota County, where Milton made landfall. And we check in with FPL and LCEC to see how their power systems fared and how many people are still without power.

Hurricane Milton was expected to expand in size on Tuesday as it chugged past Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula en route to Florida's battered Gulf Coast, where more than 1 million people were ordered to evacuate before the monster storm arrived. Video feeds show traffic at a standstill as people race to evacuate the area of Tampa and St. Petersburg. NewsNation National Correspondent Alex Caprariello joins D2 from Sarasota County, FL.

 The Sarasota County Commission has $15 million to allocate for job training in the wake of Hurricane Ian. Some commissioners were ready to give it all to the Suncoast Builders Association. The West Coast Black Theater Troupe took a creative approach to getting out the vote with a presentation of a one-woman show called “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story.” Democrat Derek Reich is once again challenging Republican Fiona McFarland for the District 73 seat in the Florida House. He thinks he has a better chance this time around.

 The Sarasota County Commission has $15 million to allocate for job training in the wake of Hurricane Ian. Some commissioners were ready to give it all to the Suncoast Builders Association. The West Coast Black Theater Troupe took a creative approach to getting out the vote with a presentation of a one-woman show called “The Fannie Lou Hamer Story.” Democrat Derek Reich is once again challenging Republican Fiona McFarland for the District 73 seat in the Florida House. He thinks he has a better chance this time around.  The Sarasota City Commission gathered for a special meeting to discuss the Downtown Master Plan, and how to bring fresh ideas to the table through an Ad Hoc Committee. With strong opinions and a clear call for collaboration, the debate was anything but routine.  Perhaps surprisingly, the Sarasota County Commission on Wednesday passed up a chance to increase density on Siesta Key.

Join us as we talk with Jessica Riles, UF/IFAS Agriculture and Sustainable Food Systems agent in Collier County, and chair of the Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network. Jessica shares her transition from local government to supporting small farmers, discussing the importance of community support, relationship-building, and how the Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network connects farmers with vital resources.We also dive into the challenges small farmers face, like labor shortages and high land costs, and explore innovative solutions like the Southwest Florida Fresh initiative. Jessica highlights how strategic planning, marketing, and collaboration are empowering local farmers and strengthening sustainable food systems in the region.Thursday September 26 Fall Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network MeetingSupport the showWe hope you enjoyed the episode! Please help us continue to produce more valuable content by subscribing to our Fresh Take Podcast Series! Subscribe here SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY- Learn more about the many benefits of becoming a Sponsor of Florida Organic Growers! Your contribution will not only help to advance an organic and sustainable future but gain brand awareness through our growing audience. If you are interested, click here

The historic flooding in Sarasota County put our plumbing to the test. The stormwater system, that is. The county's plumber-in-chief is Spencer Anderson. WSLR reporter Mark Warriner had a chance to interview the public works director. More plumbing: The City of Sarasota has been the poster boy of good behavior when it comes to wastewater treatment. But two weeks ago, that advanced treatment plant spilled close to 18 million gallons during Tropical Storm Debby. We have the story. Staying with the City of Sarasota: Three key figures in the city government just announced their resignations. Ramon Lopez reports. Finally: Three professors teaching at Florida universities sued the state legislature over what they say is overreach into the public higher education system. A Sarasota group and a New College teacher are playing key roles in that lawsuit, as Florence Fahringer reports.

The historic flooding in Sarasota County last week put the spotlight on neighborhoods with homes knee-deep under water.  Ramon Lopez pays close attention to one community where the water barely reached the doorsteps. Even though those experiences were less traumatic, the challenges arising even from them look daunting. Then: The questions and outrage prompted by the Sarasota flood coincide with the primary elections next week. We have a close look at the political ripples of the disaster.  Next: More elections: Florence Fahringer reports from the last candidate forum before voters pick the next commissioner in the City of Sarasota's majority minority district. Finally: Staying with the elections - one of the highest-profile school board races in the nation could be decided next week in Sarasota. We have a close look at the three candidates. 

Donald Trump dodges question about how he'll vote on Florida abortion amendment, State Senator Joe Gruters calls for investigation into Sarasota flooding as residents brace for more rain, DeSantis says Biden would rather fund Ukraine than hurricane relief, and a Tampa Bay woman found a message in a bottle that washed up with Hurricane Debby debris.

Last month, we covered a topic that was a perfect preview of the conversations we are holding throughout August. This month is wholly focused on nonprofit leaders, thought leaders, people in thought leadership and executive directors, especially those who do a lot of fundraising and relationship building.   To start us off, I have Dana on today's episode to talk about: Sustainable giving models that help build long-term relationships with donors, ensuring a steady flow of support. The power of personal storytelling and how measuring impact can amplify our fundraising efforts and create partnerships aligned with our values. Our journeys in writing and publishing books as nonprofit leaders.   00:00 - Introduction More about our guest today Dana Snyder is a dynamic speaker, author, host of the acclaimed global nonprofit podcast “Missions to Movements”, and the visionary creator of the Monthly Giving Mastermind. Her mission is to empower nonprofits to attract potential supporters through innovative digital marketing and to create sustainable giving models by establishing robust monthly giving programs, making philanthropy accessible to all.   Dana's impressive career includes serving as a Senior Digital Strategist at DKC in New York City, where she worked with prestigious clients such as The Honest Company, Sports Illustrated, and Delta Airlines. She also brought her digital expertise to American Idol as a Digital Producer. Additionally, Dana has held the roles of Director of Marketing and Development for Take Stock in Children of Sarasota County and Client Manager at Omnigon.   A sought-after keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, Dana has graced the stages of renowned conferences like NIO Summit, Cause Camp, Classy Collaborative, and the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, sharing her insights and inspiring nonprofit professionals.   Dana holds a Bachelor's Degree in Advertising and Public Relations from the University of Central Florida. Now based in Atlanta, she enjoys spending her free time outdoors with her husband, baby girl and labradoodle, exploring new restaurants, and traveling. 02:10 - Building a sustainable giving model through recurring donations. Dana shares her expertise on the value of focusing on recurring donors over one-time unicorns, the benefits of this approach for nonprofits, and valuable insights on creating and marketing a successful monthly giving program.   13:22 - Writing a book, challenges and benefits of sharing personal stories. As published authors, Dana and I share unique insights on what it takes to produce a great book, our personal experience along the way, the hurdles we faced and the pros and cons of hybrid publishing, self-publishing, and traditional publishing. If you are looking into writing a book, start! Once you get to publishing, these insights will help you figure out what works for you.   20:58 - Self-publishing a book for nonprofit leaders - tips on marketing and partnerships. When I was on a book tour, I didn't want to spend exorbitantly, so my team and I came up with an innovative strategy to promote it. By partnering with existing partners, we utilized their resources to not only promote my book but also highlight my nonprofit's mission and programs. Check out this course  for support materials to learn how you can do the same!   28:58 - conclusion  We haven't discussed nonprofits and fundraising in a while, but we hope this conversation will equip you with the tools to achieve this year's fundraising goals. Keep these tools handy and feel free to connect with Dana and me. We would love to hear from you! Mentions Dana Snyder Monthly Giving Summit Connect with me: jenny@imanicollective.com Follow along with my Weekly Wild: Sign Up! Find me on social media: Jenny Nuccio Work with me through one-on-one mentorship and strategic coaching sessions: Join me! Sign up to receive a copy of the podcast slides covered in this week's episode: https://jennynuccio.myflodesk.com/ry8jrddbfx  

Bradenton is about to sell city hall to a luxury developer. Literally. Tyler Oldano has more about that story. Then: It's a different picture in St. Petersburg, where the city council just approved a mega deal with the Tampa Bay Rays that will change an entire district near downtown. Sean Kinane with partner station WMNF interviewed one of three councilmembers who voted "no" on that deal, and we will play excerpts. Next: Three public housing construction projects in Sarasota are up in the air after the county took back part of the funding it was going to provide. Ramon Lopez has that story. Then: All charges against Christian Ziegler have been dropped, and he and his power couple wife sued to get their electronic data back. But there's also a countersuit by media organizations to keep that evidence public. That, in turn, puts the City of Sarasota in a tight spot.

Activists and former officials formed a non-partisan group to fight a change in the way elections are run in the City of Venice. That's not the only grassroots response to controversial policies coming out of Venice, as Ramon Lopez reports. Next: Two candidate forums - one for City of Sarasota candidates, one for Sarasota school board candidates - played out in front of overflow crowds in the last 48 hours. We have the details. Then: Sarasota County commissioners ended a tax that many of those paying it actually wanted to keep. Tyler Oldano has that story. 

Due to the governor's fiat, the Ringling Causeway bridge will NOT be lit in rainbow colors during Pride Month this year. Instead, hundreds of Sarasotans will carry the world's longest rainbow flag across it this Saturday. Then: Even though it has little to no jurisdiction over immigration, the Sarasota County Commission held a hearing about the QUOTE "impacts of illegal immigration". The workshop last Friday produced little new information, but drew loud protest.  Next: Monday marked the second anniversary of the landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court that overturned Roe v. Wade. Now, reproductive healthcare is at risk, as Meghan Bowman with partner station WMNF reports. Then: A St Petersburg news outlet just hired a new reporter: artificial intelligence. Chris Young with partner station WMNF has more about this controversial move. Finally: A close observer believes the political tide in developer-controlled Manatee County politics could be turning in the upcoming elections. Listen to the second part of our interview with Mitch Maley, editor of the Bradenton Times. 

Agriculture in Sarasota County is disappearing, and that even includes the latest generation of organic farmers. Tyler Oldano has a report on how one relatively young farm in Sarasota announced its demise. Then: Manatee County voters seem restless, giving incumbents a hard time. Will that translate into any surprises? We talked to a long-time observer of local politics, to give us a race-by-race rundown of what will be on the ballot in the upcoming elections in August and November. Next: The county tax collector is supposed to run government business smoothly and efficiently in the background. Election challenges to incumbents are rare, but all that has been turned on its head in Sarasota, as Florence Fahringer reports. 

Ian Emmons is the Deputy Chief of Operations for Sarasota County Fire Department. Listen in as Ian talks about building relationships and making big life changes and how to know if it is right for you.

Ever wondered what it takes to build and rent out 150 brand new single-family homes in a year?In today's episode, Brock from Memphis shares his inspiring journey from mowing lawns for foreclosed properties in high school to becoming a powerhouse residential builder and rental property owner. Despite the challenging market conditions, Brock's company is on track to complete an impressive 150 new construction rental homes this year, primarily in the booming Sarasota, Florida area. He reveals his strategies for identifying profitable markets, designing contemporary yet affordable rental products that appeal to today's renters, and the mindset shifts required to scale a residential construction business successfully. If you're interested in new construction investments or the fundamentals of operating a thriving real estate business, this is a must-listen episode packed with valuable insights from someone doing it at a massive scale.Brock Holliman is a successful real estate investor and builder from Memphis, Tennessee, who now operates primarily in Florida. He got his start mowing lawns of foreclosed homes as a high school student before attending real estate auctions and flipping houses with his father, a builder. Brock has since built hundreds of homes across several states, focusing now on building single-family rental properties in suburban areas of Orlando and southwest Florida, especially Sarasota County. His company builds contemporary 4-bed/2-bath homes and operates its own property management arm.What we discuss:(00:02) Real Estate Investment and Development(07:34) Building Homes(14:43) Investing in Sarasota(24:00) Building Success in Real Estate(31:12) Real Estate Business and Investing ShowTo learn more about Brock Holliman:Website: https://www.mynewrental.com/ https://www.mynewrental.com/invest https://www.brock1.com/ Instagram: @follow.brock 

Sarasota County FL Sheriff Kurt Hoffman and Stephen Gutowski from the Reload

This week, we are speaking with Sarasota Orchestra's board chair, Tom Koski. Together, we speak about how he got into philanthropy in Sarasota, fundraising for capital campaigns as a board chair, and the massive projects he has been involved with in Sarasota County. The secret sauce to a capital campaign? Tom say's it is communicating the need. You take on massive projects because the sustainability of your organization is challenged without it. These projects are not "want to have's" they are "need to have's". Timestamps: 00:00 Introducing Tom Koski and how he got involved in philanthropy in Sarasota 05:48 How did you approach fundraising for the first time? 08:50 Fundraising for big projects comes down to need 13:20 How do you convince your board of the need for these projects? 14:50 How does the idea of the concert hall come to fruition? How does it move from idea to action? 23:15 What is the board chair's role? 28:12 Why do projects like this fail? 31:00 How do the board chair and CEO work together on a big project? 32:30 Recapping with Read Join us every week as we release a new podcast with information about how you can be the best board member and provide great service to your organization. Listen to the podcast on any of the following platforms: Apple Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Amazon iHeartRadio Visit us at: www.thecorleycompany.com/podcast

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHAC) in St. Petersburg, Florida, found itself back in court on Friday, seeking a new trial following a groundbreaking civil case where they were found liable for mistreating a chronically ill young girl, Maya Kowalski, and her family, ultimately resulting in the tragic death of Beata Kowalski, Maya's mother. The hospital's ordeal, as depicted in the Netflix documentary "Take Care of Maya," gained critical acclaim for exposing the alleged mistreatment of the young girl and her family. In a civil trial earlier this year, a six-person jury in Sarasota County unanimously ruled in favor of the Kowalski family, awarding them a staggering $261 million in compensatory and punitive damages, far exceeding their initial request. However, JHAC is now compellingly arguing for a new trial, primarily based on allegations of juror bias and misconduct. The hospital's attorney raised several key points during the recent proceedings: 1. **Juror Misrepresentation:** JHAC's legal team alleged that Juror No. 1 misrepresented material information during jury selection. The juror failed to disclose that he had been a victim of a crime in the past, specifically a threat by his stepson. This omission, the hospital claims, would have led to further questions and potentially the juror's exclusion during jury selection. 2. **Past Injunction for Domestic Violence:** The hospital asserted that Juror No. 1 was served with an injunction for domestic violence in 2002. While the details are sealed, the hospital argued that this incident should have been disclosed and could have led to the juror's removal from the jury pool. 3. **Bias against a Hospital Employee:** The hospital pointed out that Juror No. 1 displayed bias against a hospital employee named Sally Smith. The juror's note during the trial, which resembled the letter "S" used in the Nazi Schutzstaffel symbol, raised concerns about his impartiality. 4. **Alleged Communications During the Trial:** JHAC also alleged that Juror No. 1's wife made social media postings during the trial, which suggested communication about the case between the juror and his wife. The hospital requested an inspection of their electronic devices to review their text messages if a juror interview is granted. In response, the plaintiff's attorney argued that the hospital's case relies heavily on assumptions and coincidences from a high-profile trial that was publicly broadcast. They emphasized that the alleged misrepresentations and biases were easily explainable and inconsequential, portraying them as a conspiracy. The plaintiff also addressed the 2016 affidavit filed against the juror's stepson, clarifying that it did not result in a conviction or any violent crime and occurred before the juror's marriage. Regarding the sharp-angled "S" letters in the juror's note, the plaintiff's attorney presented evidence showing that similar letters have been commonly used for a long time and should not be associated with Nazi symbols. The judge presiding over the case, Hon. Carroll, will decide in the coming week whether a juror interview will be conducted. The resolution of this issue and other matters, including JHAC's request for a new trial, will depend on this decision. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHAC) in St. Petersburg, Florida, found itself back in court on Friday, seeking a new trial following a groundbreaking civil case where they were found liable for mistreating a chronically ill young girl, Maya Kowalski, and her family, ultimately resulting in the tragic death of Beata Kowalski, Maya's mother. The hospital's ordeal, as depicted in the Netflix documentary "Take Care of Maya," gained critical acclaim for exposing the alleged mistreatment of the young girl and her family. In a civil trial earlier this year, a six-person jury in Sarasota County unanimously ruled in favor of the Kowalski family, awarding them a staggering $261 million in compensatory and punitive damages, far exceeding their initial request. However, JHAC is now compellingly arguing for a new trial, primarily based on allegations of juror bias and misconduct. The hospital's attorney raised several key points during the recent proceedings: 1. **Juror Misrepresentation:** JHAC's legal team alleged that Juror No. 1 misrepresented material information during jury selection. The juror failed to disclose that he had been a victim of a crime in the past, specifically a threat by his stepson. This omission, the hospital claims, would have led to further questions and potentially the juror's exclusion during jury selection. 2. **Past Injunction for Domestic Violence:** The hospital asserted that Juror No. 1 was served with an injunction for domestic violence in 2002. While the details are sealed, the hospital argued that this incident should have been disclosed and could have led to the juror's removal from the jury pool. 3. **Bias against a Hospital Employee:** The hospital pointed out that Juror No. 1 displayed bias against a hospital employee named Sally Smith. The juror's note during the trial, which resembled the letter "S" used in the Nazi Schutzstaffel symbol, raised concerns about his impartiality. 4. **Alleged Communications During the Trial:** JHAC also alleged that Juror No. 1's wife made social media postings during the trial, which suggested communication about the case between the juror and his wife. The hospital requested an inspection of their electronic devices to review their text messages if a juror interview is granted. In response, the plaintiff's attorney argued that the hospital's case relies heavily on assumptions and coincidences from a high-profile trial that was publicly broadcast. They emphasized that the alleged misrepresentations and biases were easily explainable and inconsequential, portraying them as a conspiracy. The plaintiff also addressed the 2016 affidavit filed against the juror's stepson, clarifying that it did not result in a conviction or any violent crime and occurred before the juror's marriage. Regarding the sharp-angled "S" letters in the juror's note, the plaintiff's attorney presented evidence showing that similar letters have been commonly used for a long time and should not be associated with Nazi symbols. The judge presiding over the case, Hon. Carroll, will decide in the coming week whether a juror interview will be conducted. The resolution of this issue and other matters, including JHAC's request for a new trial, will depend on this decision. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHAC) in St. Petersburg, Florida, found itself back in court on Friday, seeking a new trial following a groundbreaking civil case where they were found liable for mistreating a chronically ill young girl, Maya Kowalski, and her family, ultimately resulting in the tragic death of Beata Kowalski, Maya's mother. The hospital's ordeal, as depicted in the Netflix documentary "Take Care of Maya," gained critical acclaim for exposing the alleged mistreatment of the young girl and her family. In a civil trial earlier this year, a six-person jury in Sarasota County unanimously ruled in favor of the Kowalski family, awarding them a staggering $261 million in compensatory and punitive damages, far exceeding their initial request. However, JHAC is now compellingly arguing for a new trial, primarily based on allegations of juror bias and misconduct. The hospital's attorney raised several key points during the recent proceedings: 1. **Juror Misrepresentation:** JHAC's legal team alleged that Juror No. 1 misrepresented material information during jury selection. The juror failed to disclose that he had been a victim of a crime in the past, specifically a threat by his stepson. This omission, the hospital claims, would have led to further questions and potentially the juror's exclusion during jury selection. 2. **Past Injunction for Domestic Violence:** The hospital asserted that Juror No. 1 was served with an injunction for domestic violence in 2002. While the details are sealed, the hospital argued that this incident should have been disclosed and could have led to the juror's removal from the jury pool. 3. **Bias against a Hospital Employee:** The hospital pointed out that Juror No. 1 displayed bias against a hospital employee named Sally Smith. The juror's note during the trial, which resembled the letter "S" used in the Nazi Schutzstaffel symbol, raised concerns about his impartiality. 4. **Alleged Communications During the Trial:** JHAC also alleged that Juror No. 1's wife made social media postings during the trial, which suggested communication about the case between the juror and his wife. The hospital requested an inspection of their electronic devices to review their text messages if a juror interview is granted. In response, the plaintiff's attorney argued that the hospital's case relies heavily on assumptions and coincidences from a high-profile trial that was publicly broadcast. They emphasized that the alleged misrepresentations and biases were easily explainable and inconsequential, portraying them as a conspiracy. The plaintiff also addressed the 2016 affidavit filed against the juror's stepson, clarifying that it did not result in a conviction or any violent crime and occurred before the juror's marriage. Regarding the sharp-angled "S" letters in the juror's note, the plaintiff's attorney presented evidence showing that similar letters have been commonly used for a long time and should not be associated with Nazi symbols. The judge presiding over the case, Hon. Carroll, will decide in the coming week whether a juror interview will be conducted. The resolution of this issue and other matters, including JHAC's request for a new trial, will depend on this decision. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHAC) in St. Petersburg, Florida, found itself back in court on Friday, seeking a new trial following a groundbreaking civil case where they were found liable for mistreating a chronically ill young girl, Maya Kowalski, and her family, ultimately resulting in the tragic death of Beata Kowalski, Maya's mother. The hospital's ordeal, as depicted in the Netflix documentary "Take Care of Maya," gained critical acclaim for exposing the alleged mistreatment of the young girl and her family. In a civil trial earlier this year, a six-person jury in Sarasota County unanimously ruled in favor of the Kowalski family, awarding them a staggering $261 million in compensatory and punitive damages, far exceeding their initial request. However, JHAC is now compellingly arguing for a new trial, primarily based on allegations of juror bias and misconduct. The hospital's attorney raised several key points during the recent proceedings: 1. **Juror Misrepresentation:** JHAC's legal team alleged that Juror No. 1 misrepresented material information during jury selection. The juror failed to disclose that he had been a victim of a crime in the past, specifically a threat by his stepson. This omission, the hospital claims, would have led to further questions and potentially the juror's exclusion during jury selection. 2. **Past Injunction for Domestic Violence:** The hospital asserted that Juror No. 1 was served with an injunction for domestic violence in 2002. While the details are sealed, the hospital argued that this incident should have been disclosed and could have led to the juror's removal from the jury pool. 3. **Bias against a Hospital Employee:** The hospital pointed out that Juror No. 1 displayed bias against a hospital employee named Sally Smith. The juror's note during the trial, which resembled the letter "S" used in the Nazi Schutzstaffel symbol, raised concerns about his impartiality. 4. **Alleged Communications During the Trial:** JHAC also alleged that Juror No. 1's wife made social media postings during the trial, which suggested communication about the case between the juror and his wife. The hospital requested an inspection of their electronic devices to review their text messages if a juror interview is granted. In response, the plaintiff's attorney argued that the hospital's case relies heavily on assumptions and coincidences from a high-profile trial that was publicly broadcast. They emphasized that the alleged misrepresentations and biases were easily explainable and inconsequential, portraying them as a conspiracy. The plaintiff also addressed the 2016 affidavit filed against the juror's stepson, clarifying that it did not result in a conviction or any violent crime and occurred before the juror's marriage. Regarding the sharp-angled "S" letters in the juror's note, the plaintiff's attorney presented evidence showing that similar letters have been commonly used for a long time and should not be associated with Nazi symbols. The judge presiding over the case, Hon. Carroll, will decide in the coming week whether a juror interview will be conducted. The resolution of this issue and other matters, including JHAC's request for a new trial, will depend on this decision. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHAC) in St. Petersburg, Florida, found itself back in court on Friday, seeking a new trial following a groundbreaking civil case where they were found liable for mistreating a chronically ill young girl, Maya Kowalski, and her family, ultimately resulting in the tragic death of Beata Kowalski, Maya's mother. The hospital's ordeal, as depicted in the Netflix documentary "Take Care of Maya," gained critical acclaim for exposing the alleged mistreatment of the young girl and her family. In a civil trial earlier this year, a six-person jury in Sarasota County unanimously ruled in favor of the Kowalski family, awarding them a staggering $261 million in compensatory and punitive damages, far exceeding their initial request. However, JHAC is now compellingly arguing for a new trial, primarily based on allegations of juror bias and misconduct. The hospital's attorney raised several key points during the recent proceedings: 1. **Juror Misrepresentation:** JHAC's legal team alleged that Juror No. 1 misrepresented material information during jury selection. The juror failed to disclose that he had been a victim of a crime in the past, specifically a threat by his stepson. This omission, the hospital claims, would have led to further questions and potentially the juror's exclusion during jury selection. 2. **Past Injunction for Domestic Violence:** The hospital asserted that Juror No. 1 was served with an injunction for domestic violence in 2002. While the details are sealed, the hospital argued that this incident should have been disclosed and could have led to the juror's removal from the jury pool. 3. **Bias against a Hospital Employee:** The hospital pointed out that Juror No. 1 displayed bias against a hospital employee named Sally Smith. The juror's note during the trial, which resembled the letter "S" used in the Nazi Schutzstaffel symbol, raised concerns about his impartiality. 4. **Alleged Communications During the Trial:** JHAC also alleged that Juror No. 1's wife made social media postings during the trial, which suggested communication about the case between the juror and his wife. The hospital requested an inspection of their electronic devices to review their text messages if a juror interview is granted. In response, the plaintiff's attorney argued that the hospital's case relies heavily on assumptions and coincidences from a high-profile trial that was publicly broadcast. They emphasized that the alleged misrepresentations and biases were easily explainable and inconsequential, portraying them as a conspiracy. The plaintiff also addressed the 2016 affidavit filed against the juror's stepson, clarifying that it did not result in a conviction or any violent crime and occurred before the juror's marriage. Regarding the sharp-angled "S" letters in the juror's note, the plaintiff's attorney presented evidence showing that similar letters have been commonly used for a long time and should not be associated with Nazi symbols. The judge presiding over the case, Hon. Carroll, will decide in the coming week whether a juror interview will be conducted. The resolution of this issue and other matters, including JHAC's request for a new trial, will depend on this decision. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital (JHAC) in St. Petersburg, Florida, found itself back in court on Friday, seeking a new trial following a groundbreaking civil case where they were found liable for mistreating a chronically ill young girl, Maya Kowalski, and her family, ultimately resulting in the tragic death of Beata Kowalski, Maya's mother. The hospital's ordeal, as depicted in the Netflix documentary "Take Care of Maya," gained critical acclaim for exposing the alleged mistreatment of the young girl and her family. In a civil trial earlier this year, a six-person jury in Sarasota County unanimously ruled in favor of the Kowalski family, awarding them a staggering $261 million in compensatory and punitive damages, far exceeding their initial request. However, JHAC is now compellingly arguing for a new trial, primarily based on allegations of juror bias and misconduct. The hospital's attorney raised several key points during the recent proceedings: 1. **Juror Misrepresentation:** JHAC's legal team alleged that Juror No. 1 misrepresented material information during jury selection. The juror failed to disclose that he had been a victim of a crime in the past, specifically a threat by his stepson. This omission, the hospital claims, would have led to further questions and potentially the juror's exclusion during jury selection. 2. **Past Injunction for Domestic Violence:** The hospital asserted that Juror No. 1 was served with an injunction for domestic violence in 2002. While the details are sealed, the hospital argued that this incident should have been disclosed and could have led to the juror's removal from the jury pool. 3. **Bias against a Hospital Employee:** The hospital pointed out that Juror No. 1 displayed bias against a hospital employee named Sally Smith. The juror's note during the trial, which resembled the letter "S" used in the Nazi Schutzstaffel symbol, raised concerns about his impartiality. 4. **Alleged Communications During the Trial:** JHAC also alleged that Juror No. 1's wife made social media postings during the trial, which suggested communication about the case between the juror and his wife. The hospital requested an inspection of their electronic devices to review their text messages if a juror interview is granted. In response, the plaintiff's attorney argued that the hospital's case relies heavily on assumptions and coincidences from a high-profile trial that was publicly broadcast. They emphasized that the alleged misrepresentations and biases were easily explainable and inconsequential, portraying them as a conspiracy. The plaintiff also addressed the 2016 affidavit filed against the juror's stepson, clarifying that it did not result in a conviction or any violent crime and occurred before the juror's marriage. Regarding the sharp-angled "S" letters in the juror's note, the plaintiff's attorney presented evidence showing that similar letters have been commonly used for a long time and should not be associated with Nazi symbols. The judge presiding over the case, Hon. Carroll, will decide in the coming week whether a juror interview will be conducted. The resolution of this issue and other matters, including JHAC's request for a new trial, will depend on this decision. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Alan Gottlieb and Sarasota County FL Sheriff Kurt Hoffman cover the latest 2A news

Governor Ron DeSantis is running for president on the argument that he'll do for America what he's done for Florida. So what's it like in Florida? Prologue: Florida is now the fastest growing state, and DeSantis says people are moving there from all over because of him. We speak to people who did make the move, at least in part, for DeSantis's policies. (6  minutes)Act One: Among the big items in DeSantis's run for president is medical freedom. Producer Zoe Chace wanted to understand its appeal and its growing popularity. So she spent some time in Sarasota County, where one man — at the side of former Trump appointee Mike Flynn — is creating a sort of little parallel universe for this very thing. (33 minutes)Act Two: DeSantis has passed law after law about what can and can't be taught in Florida classrooms, starting as early as elementary school. And last spring, Florida Republicans introduced a bill initially proposing to ban things like critical race theory and identity politics, or students majoring in things like gender studies in Florida universities. Reporter Emmanuel Dzotsi followed how things unfolded at one of the biggest universities there, Florida State, from the bill's introduction all the way to its passage. He explains how professors and students have been preparing. (25 minutes)Act Three: Among the legislation introduced by DeSantis that has passed is a ban on minors receiving transition care. The bill passed into law a few months ago. We speak with a teen whose family has since had to flee the state in order to access the care they needed. (2 minutes)Transcripts are available at thisamericanlife.org