Radio St. Pete Podcast Archive

In this episode of Music Scene, host Nanette Wiser talks to Sounds of Healing podcast host Alvinette Downing, President of the non-profit Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association about the huge news - AL Downing will be inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame 2025 along with Jim Morrison, Ray Charles, Burt Reynolds, Zora Neale Hurston, Tennessee Williams, Ernest Hemingway and others - 50 total. Al Downing was an influential jazz musician, educator and civic leader. His eloquent daughter Alvinette recalls his rich life and legacy of her dad and mom Bunny. 👉Learn more about the Florida Artists Hall of Fame inductees 2025 here. 👉Celebrating this honor on January 26 at The Hangar, home to the Monday night jazz jam led by Dwayne White as well as on January 24 at WADA when both Downing and Martin Luther King will be honored in a collaboration among ADTBJA, WADA, Legacy 56 and Grace. 👉More events here. Sign up for the Monday Night jazz jam.👉Alvinette Downing Sounds of Healing Listen here.#musicscene #aldowningtampabayjazzassociation #alvinettedowning #nanettewiser #aldowning #nonprofit #jazzeducation #jazzlegacy #soundsof healing #floridahonorsartists #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of HIDDEN GEMS, host Kerry O'Reilly (Tampa Bay Times ) takes us on a tour of Downtown St. Pete and St. Pete Beach. Where else can you find the largest collection of Salvador Dalí’s works outside Spain, Michelin-rated restaurants, bustling microbreweries, art galleries, live music venues, and a family-friendly children’s museum—just minutes from award-winning beaches? The answer: St. Pete and St. Pete Beach. Tampa Bay Times Food and Dining Critic Helen Freund and local influencer Kathy Fortner share their favorite restaurants, hidden gems, and experiences for every generation. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, foodie, or beach lover, you’ll discover how St. Pete seamlessly blends culture with coastal fun. (Seen here: Tradewinds Island Grand Resort beach- Just Let Go!) 👉ABOUT HIDDEN GEMS St. Pete/Clearwater's Hidden Gems co-produced by Visit St. Pete-Clearwater and Times Total Media, taking you on a tour of our unique neighborhoods and treasures. This podcast showcases local insider favorites. As home to America's Favorite Beaches, St. Pete-Clearwater boasts thirty-five miles of sugar-white sand with tranquil emerald waters. In this podcast, local experts will reveal the must do's and hidden gems in St. Pete-Clearwater, to help you make the most of your time in paradise. Discover local fish shacks and world-class restaurants. Explore 500 murals and unparalleled museums. Relax at legendary resorts and laid-back hotels. From 200 mph IndyCar racing to serene nature preserves, our Gulf to Bay paradise is a world-class treasure! DISCOVER more Hidden Gems!#visitstpeteclearwater #timestotalmedia #tampabaytimes #clearwaterbeach #gulftobay #travelflorida #travel #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete #stpetersburg #restaurants #hotels #beaches#stpetebeach #kerryo'reilly

Eckerd College correspondent Maddie Merrick reports on the Jan. 2 merger of two great pet rescue non-profit organizations - The Humane Society of Tampa Bay and Humane Society of Pinellas County that was announced Dec. 17, 2025. 👉The two longstanding organizations are merging, formally uniting their missions, teams, and resources to create a more compassionate and sustainable future for animals and families throughout Tampa Bay; becoming The Humane Society of Tampa Bay: Hillsborough Campus and Pinellas Campus effective January 2nd, 2026. The merger comes after years of collaboration, shared values, and a joint commitment to building a more humane community. By bringing their strengths together, the organizations will significantly expand lifesaving services, veterinary support, community outreach, and humane education across the region. “This merger allows us to save more lives and serve more families than ever before,” said Sherry Silk, CEO. “Together, we can respond faster to animals in crisis, provide greater access to affordable pet care, and deliver a deeper impact in the communities we serve.” Key Benefits of the Merger Saving More Lives By combining medical teams, shelter operations, and resources, the unified organization will expand access to veterinary care, improve crisis response, and increase the number of animals who find homes. A more coordinated system means more lives saved and a stronger approach to ending animal homelessness. Helping More Families Stay Together Through expanded affordable veterinary services and pet food support, the organization will help families keep their pets—reducing unnecessary surrenders and strengthening the human–animal bond across Tampa Bay. Strengthening Community Programs A unified volunteer and staff network will increase the reach of high-impact community programs, including TNVR (Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return) for feral cats, and humane education efforts for children in schools and neighborhoods. These programs are essential to reducing community cat populations and inspiring the next generation of compassionate citizens. Building a Sustainable Future The merger will reduce duplication, streamline operations, and allow donor dollars to go farther. Shared costs mean more funding directly supports lifesaving programs and animal welfare initiatives. For more information about the merger and how to get involved, visit HumaneSocietyTampa.org/better-together. #pettips #maddiemerrick #rescuepets #nonprofits #humanesocietyoftampabay#stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete #tampabay

(1/2/2026) Happy New Year, it's time to look forward to January and February (Localtopia Feb. 14), this weekend's art markets in Dunedin and Corey Avenue, Tampa's kick off the the Ringling Circus national tour, concerts at The Mahaffey, RKE, Jan. 8 tribute to Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli at The Palladium and The Florida Orchestra; plus Green Light Cinema's Resurrection and upcoming homage to Rob Reiner's films. 👉 Tune in to the Florida Folk Show 10-noon Saturday on Facebook Live or 🌻 What's Happening on RadioStPete.com and around town! https://bit.ly/3IU5tYx🎶 Let’s Go Guide https://bit.ly/3UP2oM3 curates the best upcoming Tampa Bay events, entertainment, festivals, theater, arts, good eats/drinks, music, nightlife, culture and fun!😍 CJH Jazz Experience Jazz Jam w/Alex Malkovich Nash Keys Wednesday 6-9pm. WEEKEND with WISER explore galleries, museums, concerts, nightlife, festivals, theater, authors, films and more in between cool java at local coffeehouses or delicious dining at restaurants and markets. What’s happening from downtown St. Pete to the beaches…and beyond! Tune into Weekend with Wiser every Thursday or Friday.#nanettewiser #entertainment #arts #eat #drink #breweries #music #nightlife #museums #tampabay #downtownstpete #theater #art #farmersmarkets #festivals #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #nanettewiser #localevents #tampabayevents #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #dining #downtownstpete #firstfriday #wednesdaywithwiser #wiserwednesday #saturdaymarket #weekendwithwiser #localevents #tampabayevents #tampabaay #radio #radiostpetenettewiser #Floridarama #jamesmuseum #book+bottle #floridafolkshow #dali #theater#gulfbeaches #palladium #jannus #mahaffeytheater #straz #rutheckerd #arts #festivals #downtownstpete #gulfbeaches #dining #arts #entertainment #music #letsgoguide #freefalltheater

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For the first Arts Alive! podcast of 2026, four guests join St. Pete Catalyst's Bill DeYoung. That’s a record – and since they couldn’t all be in the studio at the same time (not enough microphones!), we conducted the interview via Zoom. They are dancers and choreographers with projectALCHEMY, the St. Petersburg-based nonprofit dance incubator and studio. Samantha Kedziora, Talia Demps, Esophia Higgins-Wilkins and Kirsten Standridge will be part of MIXED: Across St. Pete, a series of pop-up dance performances in public areas around the city Jan. 4-9.The seven neighborhoods on the visit list are Roser Park, Historic Kenwood, Maximo Park, Downtown, Edgemoor, Historic Old Northeast and The Deuces Corridor. Taking dance off the stage and out of the theater is one particular passion of company founder Alexander Jones – he calls it “the power of movement to illuminate the spaces we call home.” To keep the experience organic, company members won’t reveal any specific dates or times. If you're there, you're there.Each of the women discuss their feelings about dance “in the wild,” about the Mixed work they’ve developed (for themselves and other company dancers), and about Jones himself, as teacher, mentor – and friend.MIXed: Across St. Pete The project concludes with a ticketed closing event at The Studio@620, where the company will create a brand-new, in-the-moment improvisational work that reflects on the dance experiences that unfolded across the city throughout the week. This performance is not a repeat of the neighborhood pieces—it is a reimagining and expansion of the stories, landscapes, and movement research discovered in those spaces, interwoven with short dance films and live music by Darren McFarland. MIXed: Across St. Pete honors the beauty of St. Petersburg’s neighborhoods, the importance of accessible dance experiences, and the power of movement to illuminate the spaces we call home.January 4–9: Citywide January 10: Closing Event at The Studio@620 Tickets-$20 General / $15 StudentsLEARN MORE about Bill DeYoung and tune in every Friday on RadioStPete for Arts Alive during Lunchtime Conversations. Be sure to follow Bill on social and read all of Bill DeYoung's St. Pete Catalyst stories here. #artsalive #billdeyoung #lucysparrow #floridarama #feltartist #artist #art #stpetecatalyst #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpeteEverything winds up at The Studio@620 for a comprehensive performance, including expanded versions of the neighborhood dances, Jan. 10.

Clown Is Not a Bad Word, Florida Circus History, and Showmen In this episode of Florida Spectacular, hosts Cathy Salustri & Rick Kilby interview Tibbals Curator of Circus, Jennifer Lemmer Posey, about the history of the circus in Florida, where it's going, and the state of things today. The Ringling Cirque du Soleil Cirque du Soleil's Drawn to LifeInternational Independent Showmen's AssociationShowmen's Club The Ringling collection at FSUSupport the showQuestion or comment? [email protected] to The Florida Spectacular newsletter, and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com. Keep up with Rick at studiohourglass.blogspot.com and get his books at rickkilby.com. Find Cathy on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy and everywhere else as @CathySalustri; connect with Rick Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth, Bluesky (@oldfla.bsky.social), and IG (@ricklebee).#floridaspectacular #travelflorida #floridavacation #rickkilby #stpete #stpetefl #floridaspectacular #cathysalustri #rickkilby #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #floridacircus #theringling

Explore sustainable gardening and landscaping in Pinellas County with Planting Pinellas! This podcast, produced by UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County and Master Gardener Volunteers, shares expert tips, local insights, and practical advice to help you grow a greener, more sustainable landscape. Your hosts for Planting Pinellas are Alan Shapiro, Master Gardener Volunteer and Charlotte Vaughn, Master Gardener Volunteer. Alan Shapiro, a Pinellas County Extension Master Gardener, has nurtured a lifelong love of gardening. As the co-host of the Planting Pinellas podcast, Alan blends passion, education, and expertise to spotlight the distinctive challenges and rewards of gardening in Tampa Bay’s sunny, coastal environment. Charlotte Vaughn is a Pinellas County Extension Master Gardener with a life-long love of gardening. As co-host of the Planting Pinellas podcast, she blends her educational background and love of botany to share the unique landscape of gardening in the sunny, coastal environment of Tampa Bay. USEFUL RESOURCES Lawn & Garden Waterwise Awards#gardening #sustainablegardening #lawn&garden #plantingpinellas #UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County #charlottevaughn #alanshapiro #pinellascountyextensionmastergardener #sustainablelandscapes #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Wiser looks at research and tips from experts on how you can simplify and achieve your 2026 goals. It's not about the outcome, it's about visualizing the good habits and discovering the joy in making changes. #livelifebetter #newyearresolutions #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

News director and Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser celebrates lives well-lived and honors those icons who passed in 2025, never to be forgotten including local wrestling and entertainment legend Hulk Hogan and my heroine, Diane Keaton.#2025iconsfarewell #hulkhogan #dianekeaton #nanettewiser #2025 remembered#stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete #science #business #music #entertainment #film #leaders

In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles talks with Henna Pryor on how to get good at being awkward. What if the moments you’ve spent your whole life trying to hide… were actually the moments that make you stronger? In this conversation, Henna Pryor shares why our awkwardness is not a weakness to fix but a powerful signal that we’re stretching, growing, and showing up bravely. We talk about social muscle atrophy, hybrid work, why asking for help feels terrifying, and how Good Awkward turns everyday discomfort into confidence and psychological safety. If you’ve ever felt out of place, embarrassed, or like everyone else “gets it” except you… this episode will change the way you see yourself. This is an honest, refreshing reminder that being human is your real advantage.Explore More: The Ignited Life Newsletter If today’s episode sparked something in you, you’ll love The Ignited Life—our free Substack newsletter created to fuel your growth between episodes. Join thousands of high-performers, purpose-seekers, and change-makers who are shifting from autopilot to alignment—one intentional insight at a time. Each edition delivers:Fresh insights on intentional living, resilience, and emotional mastery Practical tools like the L.E.N.S. method and micro-habits to ignite change Behind-the-scenes reflections from Passion Struck episodes Guest wisdom distilled into real-life applications Curated resources, quotes, and frameworks to help you live like you matter 👉 Subscribe now at TheIgnitedLife.net Want to learn the 12 philosophies that the most successful people use to create a limitless life? Order John R. Miles’s new book, Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life. #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #theignitedlife #hanna pryor

In this episode of Films w/Mike Hazlett, Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser and Mike look ahead to Green Light Cinema's Florida-centric films (The Paper Bear), potential Oscar nominees, Sundance Film Festival winners and more, plus their Book + Bottle movie/book talks, Rocky Horror Picture Show monthly event, Station 12 Studio's Winter classes including one with Uta Hagen at Hazlett's new Green Light Lounge + Kitchen next door) and film pop up collaborations at Webb City, Tampa and with various film clubs and fans. We also pay homage to Rob Reinter and Brigitte Bardot, and Green Light will be part of a Tampa Bay Rob Reiner retrospective with their film Jan. 8.#greenlightcinema #indiefilms #mikehazlett #station12studio #nanettewiser

In this episode of WORK is THIRD, host Dawn Hunter talks with Dr. Brittany Peters. 👉What happens when we stop pouring all our energy into work — and start giving that same care to our own mind and body? In this powerful episode, Dr. Brittany Peters and Dawn Hunter explore how to reclaim time, rest, and joy, and why affirming “I have enough. I do enough. I am enough.” can transform the way we live and work. ✨ Highlights: • Protecting time on your calendar • Survival strategies vs. sustainable strategies • Productivity culture and racial inequities in time • Rest as resistance and joy as daily practice • Why “I have enough. I do enough. I am enough.” is a mantra we all need 🔔 Dawn Hunter, JD, MPH is a speaker, trainer, and culture strategist who blends law, leadership, and wellbeing to create healthier, more human-centered workplaces. Drawing on her expertise as a public health lawyer and Certified Wellness Practitioner, she helps leaders and organizations move from burnout and disconnection toward resilience, integrity, and sustainable growth.Subscribe to Work is Third for more conversations that reimagine work, rest, and joy. 👉 https://workisthird.com Website: https://www.leadclinically.com/ · 👉Socials: @leadclinically 📚 Resources Mentioned • The Joyful Rebellion newsletter & Five-Minute Rebellion challenge • Wasfia Nazreen (first Bangladeshi woman to climb the Seven Summits) • Wheeler Peak, NM (highest point in New Mexico) • Yosemite’s Half Dome hike (lottery permit system) • Research on racial inequities in wait times for services: Examining inequality in the time cost of waiting, https://rdcu.be/c5gwm 💬 Key Quotes • “You have enough. You do enough. And you are enough.” • “Sometimes what we do to get to where we are, we don’t shift once we arrive.” • “The only marker that matters is your own.” #dawnhunter #workisthird #brittanypeters #lifeworkbalance #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Nanette Wiser shares some drug-free tips for stuffy noses. Always check with your physician about nasal congestion if you have questions about treatment. Viruses and indoor allergens can cause stuffy noses, and for some, oral decongestants mights spike blood pressure and nasal sprays may cause rebound congestions. Some ideas include drinking hot spicy ginger tea, using a saltwater spray (those with lysozyme may work best), give yourself a mini acupressure massage and hum your favorite tune! More Live Life Better here.#nanettewiser #livelifebetter #stuffynoses #drugfreeremedies #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of Pet Tips, host Nanette Wiser shares some tips for keeping your fur-babies safe and secure.To keep pets safe on New Year's Eve, create a calm, indoor sanctuary away from fireworks and guests, ensure they have up-to-date ID/microchips, keep them leashed if outside, and remove dangerous human foods, alcohol, and decorations like confetti, as loud noises and chaos can cause panic and escape attempts. Safe Haven: Set up a quiet, interior room with their bed, toys, and blankets to block sounds and lights. Mask Noises: Use white noise, a TV, or soft music to muffle fireworks and party sounds. Exercise Early: A long walk or play session before the festivities tire them out, helping them rest later. Maintain Routine: Stick to regular feeding and walking times as much as possible. Toxic Foods Keep alcohol (even spills), chocolate, grapes, onions, and rich foods far out of reach. Decorations: Put away confetti, tinsel, balloons, and decorative lights that can be ingested or chewed. Fireworks: Don't let pets near fireworks, sparklers, or party poppers; the debris is also dangerous if swallowed. #pettips #newyearseve #petsafety #pethealth #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

E15 LIVE LIFE BETTER Dr. Michael Mantell with your weekly wellness mantra.

Veteran sportswriter and handicapper Bob Bauer is here every week with the latest from Tampa Bay's Iconic racing venue celebrating its 100th Anniversary! #tampabaydowns #TBdowns #bobbauer #horseracing #thoroughbreds. Listen every race day for Bob's picks for the feature race on our St. Pete Sounds Channel at 9am and 11am and the live call of that same feature race on our Florida Sports Stream Channel. #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

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In this episode of HISTORICALLY ST PETE, St. Petersburg Museum of History Executive Director Rui Farias talks about the history of Bayfront Center, a site now home to The Mahaffey's world class venue. Set along the downtown waterfront at 400 First Street South, the Bayfront Center complex emerged as one of St. Petersburg’s most ambitious midcentury civic projects. The waterside venue, consisting of a multiuse indoor arena and an adjoining theater later renamed the Mahaffey, officially opened with great fanfare on May 6, 1965. Designed to accommodate events of all kinds, the arena could hold up to 8,600 people depending on its configuration and was intended to serve as a cultural, civic, and entertainment hub for the growing city.Over its four decade run, Bayfront Center welcomed some of the biggest names in music and entertainment. Performers such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Jimmy Buffett, Johnny Cash, and the Grateful Dead all took the stage, cementing the venue’s place in the city’s cultural life. Beyond concerts, the arena hosted political rallies, business conventions, high school graduations, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, and professional wrestling events including World Championship Wrestling’s 1995 Slamboree.Sports also played a major role. Local basketball and hockey teams competed there, along with the Tampa Bay Rowdies from 1975 to 1987 and the Tampa Bay Terror indoor soccer team in the mid 1990s.A major renovation culminated in a grand reopening on September 4, 1988, drawing an estimated 50,000 visitors. Despite its popularity, rising costs and newer facilities led to the arena’s demolition in 2004. The Bayfront Center’s legacy, however, lives on in decades of shared memories along the city’s waterfront.Explore more at the Museum 10am to 5pm Monday through Saturday or from Noon to 5pm on $6 Sundays! #HistoryStPete

Introducing St. Pete/Clearwater's Hidden Gems co-produced by Visit St. Pete-Clearwater and Times Total Media. Hidden Gems takes you on a tour of our unique neighborhoods and treasures.👉In E3 HIDDEN GEMS, host Kerry O'Reilly explores Indian Rocks, Indian Shores, The Redingtons, Madeira, and Treasure Island. With 35 miles of sun-soaked beaches and emerald-green waters, St. Pete-Clearwater is the ultimate coastal escape. This episode begins at the Florida Botanical Gardens, where you can wander lush landscapes filled with native plants, birds, and wildlife before heading toward the shoreline. Listeners are then guided through each unique beach community, from the laid-back charm of Indian Rocks to the family fun of Treasure Island, the quiet stretches of Belleair Beach, and the welcoming sands of the Redingtons and Madeira Beach. Finally, we stop at Hubbard’s Marina, where fishing expert Dylan Hubbard shares insider tips for making the most of a day on the Gulf waters.👉PREVIOUS EPISODES Listen to E2 and E1 now! Learn more about your host, Kerry O'Reilly. 👉ABOUT HIDDEN GEMS This podcast showcases local insider favorites. As home to America's Favorite Beaches, St. Pete-Clearwater boasts thirty-five miles of sugar-white sand with tranquil emerald waters. In this podcast, local experts will reveal the must do's and hidden gems in St. Pete-Clearwater, to help you make the most of your time in paradise. Discover local fish shacks and world-class restaurants. Explore 500 murals and unparalleled museums. Relax at legendary resorts and laid-back hotels. From 200 mph IndyCar racing to serene nature preserves, our Gulf to Bay paradise is a world-class treasure! Start listening to them all here.#visitstpeteclearwater #timestotalmedia #tampabaytimes #clearwaterbeach #gulftobay #travelflorida #travel #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete #pinellascounty #kerryoreilly

EP 544 - 40 Easy Frugal Swaps that will Save You Money with No Extra Work In FRUGAL FRIENDS E544 , hosts Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni talk about 40 frugal swaps that will save you money. They list easy swaps that you can do effortlessly to stay in the game. "Swapping doesn’t mean sacrificing what you love, it just means spending smarter," say Jen and Jill. 👉There are easy wins hiding in your everyday routines. Think frozen fruit instead of fresh, swapping chicken thighs for breasts, and brewing your own coffee instead of giving $6 at a cafe. 👉Even your kitchen tools can be a swap because plastic boards and colanders wear out fast, but hardwood or rubber versions last a decade or more with a little care. 👉Learn about beauty swaps like secondhand shopping, capsule wardrobes, and reusable razor and household swaps that actually last. 👉RadioStPete is delighted to rebroadcast curated podcasts of FRUGAL FRIENDS with Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni. They are the co-authors of Buy What You Love Without Going Broke and co-hosts of the top-rated Frugal Friends Podcast. With nearly 500 episodes and over 7 million downloads, Frugal Friends is changing the way the world thinks about frugality. Jen Smith is a personal finance expert who, along with her husband, paid off $78,000 of debt in two years while facing unemployment and buying a house. Jill is a licensed clinical social worker who enjoys exploring the connections between our money behaviors and mental health. Together they’re helping people save more, spend better and feel confident about their money decisions. These popular podcasters and personal finance goddesses are our neighbors at Thrive DTSP, where ALL the most talented people hang out and co-work! LEARN MORE on their website. More Episodes here.TV Segments: NBC Daytime Fox 13 Yahoo FinanceLinks: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke Frugal Friends Podcast #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #frugalfriends #jensmith #jillsirianni #personalfinance #savingsadvice #discounts

(12/26) New Year's Eve fun, Green Light Cinema films, Book + Bottle events, Holiday Lights in the Garden thru Jan. 3, concerts at Duke Energy Center for the Arts, Capitol Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall, The Straz, plays at freeFall,, American Stage, Studio @620, St. Pete Opera & concerts at The Palladium, downtown market on Saturday in St. Pete, and The Florida Orchestra!👉 Tune in to the Florida Folk Show 10-noon Saturday on Facebook Live or 🌻 What's Happening on RadioStPete.com and around town! https://bit.ly/3IU5tYx🎶 Let’s Go Guide https://bit.ly/3UP2oM3 curates the best upcoming Tampa Bay events, entertainment, festivals, theater, arts, good eats/drinks, music, nightlife, culture and fun!😍 CJH Jazz Experience Jazz Jam w/Alex Malkovich Nash Keys Wednesday 6-9pm.👍 Suncoast Jazz Festival Nov. 21-23 at Sheraton Sand Key! WEEKEND with WISER explore galleries, museums, concerts, nightlife, festivals, theater, authors, films and more in between cool java at local coffeehouses or delicious dining at restaurants and markets. What’s happening from downtown St. Pete to the beaches…and beyond! Tune into Weekend with Wiser every Thursday or Friday.#nanettewiser #entertainment #arts #eat #drink #breweries #music #nightlife #museums #tampabay #downtownstpete #theater #art #farmersmarkets #festivals #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #nanettewiser #localevents #tampabayevents #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #dining #downtownstpete #firstfriday #wednesdaywithwiser #wiserwednesday #saturdaymarket #weekendwithwiser #localevents #tampabayevents #tampabaay #radio #radiostpetenettewiser #Floridarama #jamesmuseum #book+bottle #floridafolkshow #dali #theater#gulfbeaches #palladium #jannus #mahaffeytheater #straz #rutheckerd #arts #festivals #downtownstpete #gulfbeaches #dining #arts #entertainment #music #letsgoguide #freefalltheater

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Feeding Tampa Bay is more than just a mission. It's a collection of people with so much heart, talent, and history they could have their own award-winning podcast. But since they're so busy providing help and hope to our community, we'll have to settle for meeting a few of them here. Welcome to Heroes of FTB, 2025 edition. On this week's episode you'll meet Dan, Ashley, Marcellus, Toneice, and Nicole — who each share the unexpected journey that brought them into our world. And that's only half the fun! Next week we'll bring you five more teammates, with five more stories to sink your teeth into. Stay tuned, and get connected with the people connecting our neighbors with the help they need.Follow @FeedingTampaBay on social media to learn more about our partners doing amazing work in the community, and how you can get involved.STICK A FORK IN IT is the official podcast of FTB, Stick a Fork in It, is meant to inspire action and connection. In every episode, we serve up an educational moment, diving into the stories that shape our communities. Through conversations with diverse guests, we explore the connections that nourish us—because none of us get where we are alone. Who has inspired you? Take a moment to thank them. Hear all the podcasts.** Follow @FeedingTampaBay to learn about our other child-centered programs, and how you can help us grow them! The official podcast of Feeding Tampa Bay talks about food and philanthropy with some of the biggest names in Central Florida, and provide a firsthand look at the process of making sure our neighbors are fed, happy and healthy. https://feedingtampabay.org/ #feedingtampabay #stickaforkinit #volunteers #tampabay #nonprofit #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #localnews

Feeding Tampa Bay is more than just a mission. It's a collection of people with so much heart, talent, and history they could have their own award-winning podcast. But since they're so busy providing help and hope to our community, we'll have to settle for meeting a few of them here. Welcome to Heroes of FTB, 2025 edition. On this week's episode you'll meet James, Kristin, Zachariah, Kim, and Kate — who each share the unexpected journey that brought them into our world, and the meaning they find in the work each and every day. Tune in, and get connected with the people connecting our neighbors with the help they need.Follow @FeedingTampaBay on social media to learn more about our partners doing amazing work in the community, and how you can get involved.STICK A FORK IN IT is the official podcast of FTB, Stick a Fork in It, is meant to inspire action and connection. In every episode, we serve up an educational moment, diving into the stories that shape our communities. Through conversations with diverse guests, we explore the connections that nourish us—because none of us get where we are alone. Who has inspired you? Take a moment to thank them. Hear all the podcasts.** Follow @FeedingTampaBay to learn about our other child-centered programs, and how you can help us grow them! The official podcast of Feeding Tampa Bay talks about food and philanthropy with some of the biggest names in Central Florida, and provide a firsthand look at the process of making sure our neighbors are fed, happy and healthy. https://feedingtampabay.org/ #feedingtampabay #stickaforkinit #volunteers #tampabay #nonprofit #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #localnews

(12/26/2025) In "Well...Here's What I Think" with Rick Kriseman, , he talks about how our arts and amenities have helped shape St. Petersburg into a world class destination, including our waterfront park system, Shine Mural Festival, performing arts venues, museums, 2nd Saturday Art Walk and Florida Orchestra. 👉Tune in for the rest of this thoughtful and engaging podcast!👉Listen to more Rick Kriseman podcasts & interviews on RSP! An attorney and consultant, Kriseman is the former mayor of St. Petersburg FL. #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #commentary #leadershiptraits #rickkriseman #here'swhatithink #leadership

Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser welcomed back Charlie Justice, CEO of the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce (TBCC) for a look back at 2025 successes (Taste of the Beaches, Chamber Leadership Institute, ribbon cuttings for new and reopening businesses) plus issues, news and events on America's Best Beaches- our Gulf jewels. Community/Chamber events here.👉 100+ businesses bounce back (Beachcomber, Jimmy B's, The Helm) plus newcomers like The Luce (former Postcard) coming in 2026. 👉 Focus is on Habitat - Home Ownership and Affordable Housing in general. 👉TBCC issues include the Thunderbird property, beach toll proposal (St. Pete Beach), parking availability and oil drilling in our Gulf. Here are excerpts from his most recent Beach Brief newsletters! Our partners at Visit St. Pete Clearwater are hosting multiple partner summits around Pinellas to share key tourism data, highlight VSPC priorities and opportunities for you to partner with our CVB throughout the year. One will be held January 13 at the Beach Theater on St. Pete Beach. Learn more and rsvp HERE Happy to hear that work is finally starting on the new Emergency Medical Services Building on North Redington Beach. They have had to deal with multiple delays beyond the storms to get this project underway. North Redington Beach, Redington Beach and Redington Shores will see improved response time and service with the facility. More about this facility and other NRB news can be found HERE Congratulations to Madeira Beach Interim Manager Clint Belk for hosting a well attended community gathering last weekend to discuss the best way forward on a newly acquired city piece of land. Dozens came together to talk about what's the best use for the $18 Million parcel at 150th avenue on the waterway. Bringing the community together early on and building consensus is a great way to go to ensure a successful completion. You can read more HERE We were disappointed to see that the city of Treasure Island rejected the ordinance which would have allowed the Thunderbird Redevelopment to move forward. Hopefully the community and city leadership can come together to decide the next step. We must allow our property owners, residential and commercial, to build back responsibly. Kicking the can down the road just delays our recovery. Several of our cities will be holding March elections. Every chamber has different policies on the role of the chamber during campaign season. I can tell you that while our chamber will never hesitate to speak up on policies or issues of importance to our members, we do not endorse candidates in contested races. We are grateful for those who offer themselves in service and want to partner with whoever is in office to move our communities forward. You can keep up on local elections via the Supervisor of Election's WEBSITE #charliejustice #tbbc #tampabaychamberofcommerce #americasbestbeaches #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

Host Nanette Wiser admires Tampa Bay Times Marketing Director Kerry O'Reilly. You've heard him on RadioStPete as host of the Hidden Gems podcast produced by Times Total Media and Visit St. Pete Clearwater and the annual Gulf to Bay magazine for VSPC is spectacular. But did you know that he is part of the most popular Irish band, Paddy O'Furniture as well as Coyote Moonshine, their country music group? We talk about his career path (yes he majored in both advertising and music), his tips for marketing and branding in the digital age and how entrepreneurs and businesses can best navigate the digital waters. Kerry brought his guitar into studio and shared one of the group's original songs following the interview.#kerryoreilly #tampabaytimes #marketingtips #paddyofurniture #coyotemoon #music #timestotalmedia #visitstpeteclearwater #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of Music Scene, host Nanette Wiser chats with the talented artist and producer Elona Krasavtseva. On Jan. 8 @7pm in The Palladium Hough Hall, don't miss an emotional tribute show dedicated to the world’s best-selling soprano Sarah Brightman and the legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli. Tickets here. The show is presented by lyric soprano Elona Krasavtseva (St.-Pete, Florida) and acclaimed baritone from New York, NY Alex Boyd. The audience will enjoy opera and Broadway’s best hits and popular songs and duets: “Phantom of the Opera”, “Time to Say Goodbye”, Schubert’s “Ave Maria”, “Memory”, “Dust in the Wind”, “Whiter Shade of Pale”, and Webber’s “Pie Jesu.” “Pie Jesu” will be performed with the Lumina Youth Choir of Tampa under artistic director Deah McReynolds. The Tribute will be accompanied by a four-piece ensemble, dancers and visual effects.#musicscene #thepalladium #andreabocellitribute #sarahbrightmantribute #Broadway #elonakrasavtseva #alexboyd #luminayouthchoirtampa #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete #nanettewiser

Lunchtime Conversation host and news director Nanette Wiser wrapped 2025 with erudite insights into the craft of the Tampa Bay Times Viewpoint section and opinion writing with Viewpoint Editor Graham Brink (right) & columnist John Hill (left). We talked about their journalism journeys and those who inspire them, the challenges and joys of creating the Viewpoint sections weekly, the art of balance on those pages during these turbulent, divided times and the importance to journalism integrity of this section and The Times in general. We look back at the big stories of 2025 in Tampa Bay and Florida, the good and not-so-good as well as how great journalism and the Viewpoint section help shape decisions by informing and educating readers.#tampabaytimes #opinion #goodjournalism #letterstotheeditor #grahambrink #johnhill #balancedreporting #best2025stories #worst2025stories #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser explored the columnist craft with Tampa Bay Times columnist Stephanie Hayes, a warrior princess who tackles political silliness and everyday annoyances with depth and humor. 🦩Stephanie Hayes is an award-winning journalist and columnist for the Tampa Bay Times focusing on Florida life, culture, current events and anything on the spectrum of absurd to mundane. Her column is nationally syndicated by Creators Syndicate. 🦩Before starting her column in 2020, Hayes was a senior editor at the Times and edited an investigation that was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. A graduate of University of South Florida, with a muse named Rocket (her Pomeranian), Hayes's wit and wisdom slays political dragon, pierces the heart of issues with sly humor and intelligence. Dave Barry, Carl Hiaasen and other Floridian pundits, you've met your match! 🦩Named best columnist in Florida by the Florida Society of News Editors and have a first place National Headliner Award in addition to honors from the Society for Features Journalism, the Green Eyeshade Awards and more. 🦩She's written two books, Be Serious, an essay collection published by Creators, and Obitchuary, a novel. Her writing has appeared in Chicago Quarterly Review, McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, Boudin, Saw Palm and Bodega. 🦩 Hayes attended the Yale Writer's Workshop with a focus on fiction and has taught non-fiction craft and leadership skills in and outside the newsroom.Sign up for Hayes newsletter, Stephinitely today!Sidelong glances at Florida! Ill-fated life advice! Occasional animal photos! Sign up for weekly thoughts, feelings and funny business from the mind of columnist Stephanie Hayes. Learn Stephanie’s patented column-writing process, starting with “panic” Find out what she’s watching, reading, eating or ignoring entirely Laugh a little, because we all need it #tampabaytimes #columnist #stephaniehayes #journalist #influencer #writer #makingadifference #nanettewiser

In 2026, St. Petersburg's Innovation District celebrates ten years and CEO Alison Barlow reviewed past successes and next year's big news & events with host Nanette Wiser. They will launch their new podcast with producer Nisuka Williams (left in photo) and they've just completed the Tampa Bay Innovation Ecosystem Map 2025 update project, an easy-to-use visual guide for entrepreneurs to navigate the region’s network of support organizations with respect to their funding, coaching, and partnership and other needs and to the company’s stage of growth, industry focus, target customers and more. Follow them on social. Learn more at stpeteinnovationdistrict.com , Ark Innovation Center, and The ContinuumUPCOMING EVENTS Release of the District Master Plan - Jan 14 - open house @ ARK Innovation CenterRelease of the Tampa Bay Ocean Strategy (march)State of Science and Innovation - Jan 28 - our annual event highlighting innovation in St Pete (our version of Ted Talks) @ USFSt Pete Science Festival and Marine Quest - Feb 7 @ USF and Florida Fish and Wildlife2026 MASTER PLAN UPDATE The St. Pete Innovation District is excited to share the finalized Master Plan, developed through extensive research and community engagement. Join us at ARK Innovation Center where you’ll have the opportunity to explore and visualize our plans for the future of the District. No RSVP required.Location: ARK Innovation Center - 1101 4th Ave S, St. PeteWhen: January 14, 2026. Stop by anytime between 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMWhat to Expect: Open house presentation of the Master PlanPerks: Free onsite parking, light snacks and beverages provided#innovationdistrict #alisonbarlow #stpetersburgneighborhoods #stem #science #tech #ai #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of MUSIC SCENE, host Nanette Wiser chats with Tom Davis, the new marketing director of the Duke Energy Center for the Arts Mahaffey Theater about upcoming events, the rise of comedy performances and retro tribute shows and a star-studded 2026 season. Iconic doesn’t happen by accident. From the stage to the shows themselves, Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater’s legacy is shaped by thoughtful curation—carefully selected performances that define the experience, thanks to Bill Edwards’ vision and leadership. Visit https://TheMahaffey.com to see the latest lineup of shows! With Class Acts and the Bill Edwards Foundation of the Arts in our community, we give a tip of the hat and thanks to Bill Edwards for all his good deeds. THE MAHAFFEY Downtown St. Pete's world-class waterfront concert venue located at 400 1st St. SE in downtown St. Petersburg, FL! The Florida Orchestra also performs here. More on the venue's history here. Check out the upcoming shows/events here. Questions about an upcoming show? Call our Box Office at (727) 892-5721. Follow on Facebook. Sonata RestaurantBILL EDWARDS FOUNDATION for the ARTS Our mission is to educate, engage and entertain everyone in our community through the performing arts, with an emphasis on culturally diverse programming. 2025-2026 Class Acts schedule.#billedwards #billedwardsfoundationforthearts #themahaffey #sonatarestaurant #dukeenergycenterforthearts #classacts #BAM! #nanettewiser #musicscene #dance #concerts #comedy #performingarts #youtheducation #youtharts #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete #nanettewiser

James Kimmel Jr. Explains the Roots of Revenge Addiction and How to Rise Above ItThe Science of Revenge reveals a truth most of us never learned. Our brains are wired to crave payback. What feels like anger, justice, or righteous indignation is often something deeper. A biological loop that pulls us toward retaliation even when we know it will not make us whole. In this episode, host John R. Miles talks with Yale psychiatry professor and author James Kimmel Jr. about how revenge addiction forms in the brain, why it drives so much of modern conflict, and how forgiveness neuroscience can interrupt the cycle. Through his personal story, his research, and the tools he has created, James shows us how to break free from the cravings that keep us stuck in pain.Explore More: The Ignited Life Newsletter If today’s episode sparked something in you, you’ll love The Ignited Life—our free Substack newsletter created to fuel your growth between episodes. Join thousands of high-performers, purpose-seekers, and change-makers who are shifting from autopilot to alignment—one intentional insight at a time. Each edition delivers:Fresh insights on intentional living, resilience, and emotional mastery Practical tools like the L.E.N.S. method and micro-habits to ignite change Behind-the-scenes reflections from Passion Struck episodes Guest wisdom distilled into real-life applications Curated resources, quotes, and frameworks to help you live like you matter 👉 Subscribe now at TheIgnitedLife.net Want to learn the 12 philosophies that the most successful people use to create a limitless life? Order John R. Miles’s new book, Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life. #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #theignitedlife #revengeaddiction #jameskimmeljr #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode, Author and Memoir Coach Kerry Kriseman trades teaching for telling, as she reads from her memoir, Accidental First Lady. Ten years after a meaningful visit to the White House, Kriseman still recalls the magic of being less than a hundred feet from President Barack Obama, as he and First Lady Michelle Obama shared good cheer with guests at the White House Holiday Party. Once of 20 they hosted that year, the Kriseman reminisces about one of the most memorable evenings of her 22 years as a political spouse. KERRY KRISEMAN With classes at OLLI and online, Kriseman's "Accidental First Lady" about her experience is both witty and wise. https://kerrykriseman.myflodesk.com/mmm3 Write Your MemoirFollow on Instagram @make.memoir.magic Join Memoir Magic for Aspiring WritersConnect with me on LinkedIn#kerrykriseman #accidentalfirstlady #writingcoach #memoir #author #stpete #writing #books #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #makingmemoirmagic #memoirclasses

(Rebroadcast Monday, April 13, 2026) JUNE 11, 2026 @ 6pm HAPPY HOUR with THE HISTORIANPresented by Southern Roots RealtyJoin St. Petersburg Museum of History's Rui Farias for an exclusive interview with award winning film director Todd Wiseman Jr., currently shooting "A Land Remembered," based on the beloved 1984 book by Patrick D. Smith. Best known for The School Duel (2024), Knucklehead (2015) and The Exit Room (2013). Learn about his plans for an epic series shooting around Tampa Bay now, with release for 2027, who is cast and why this movie will be iconic as well as his journey. There will be gators, cowboys and a "Lonesome Dove" feel to the episodic history of Florida, says Wiseman. the book centers around multiple generations of the MacIvey family that moves from Georgia to Florida in 1858. The book and film explore The American Spirit – representing Florida as the final frontier; the relationship between man and the land we live on and the the corruption and greed that made Florida, well, Florida. We talk to Todd about the history of "A Land Remembered," his desire to to adapt the novel into a television series and his desire to base the production in Florida as an advocate for filming here.THIS EPISODE Welcome to Historically St Pete, a weekly conversation where Rui Farias, executive director of the St. Petersburg Museum of History, explores the truths, and myths of the people and events that created the Sunshine City. In an exclusive interview with "A Land Remembered" Director @Todd Wiseman Jr. (School Duel) & Christa Boarini, we learn about their plans to cast and start shooting the epic series in March, with release for 2027. There will be gators, cowboys and a "Lonesome Dove" feel to the episodic history of Florida, says Wiseman. the book centers around multiple generations of the MacIvey family that moves from Georgia to Florida in 1858.Says Farias: "Back when I was teaching at St. Petersburg High School and started aFlorida/St. Pete History class there was one book that was required readingfor my students. And actually, it should be required reading for everyonemoving to Florida. Published in 1984, the quintessential Florida story written by Patrick D. Smith, A Land Remembered. A historical novel that if you didn’t know it was a historical novel, you would think you were reading a Florida historical non-fiction story.To many, and me, the book explores: The American Spirit – representing Florida as the final frontier. The relationship between man and the land we live on. The corruption and greed that made Florida, well, Florida.EVENTS https://spmoh.com/events/MORE Historically St. Pete Podcasts. #history #ruifarias #stpetersburgmuseumofhistory #HISTORYicallystpete #sunshinecity #floridahistory #stpetersburghistory #tampabay #radio #stpete #radiostpete #stpete#alandremembered #floridafilm #toddwisemanjr #patrickdavis #floridacowboys #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #downtownstpete

Veteran sportswriter and handicapper Bob Bauer is here every week with the latest from Tampa Bay's Iconic racing venue celebrating its 100th Anniversary! #tampabaydowns #TBdowns #bobbauer #horseracing #thoroughbreds. Listen every race day for Bob's picks for the feature race on our St. Pete Sounds Channel at 9am and 11am and the live call of that same feature race on our Florida Sports Stream Channel. #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

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& we’re back. This week, Merry Christmas! Happy New Year! Whatever! Anna survived her trip to Israel. A new poll says people are spending less this Christmas on gifts which is a pretty good indicator about how people are feeling about the economy. We touch on what the year brought and took and what we are expecting for the future. Have a great holiday and we will see you back after the new year.We will be back live next week 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 [email protected]: 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”.

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Live from Ferg's Thursdays 6-8pm ET, the Dec. 18th show was a holiday miracle, with Joe Maddon in the clubhouse with Mike Rickord and John Reger for ON THE TEE live from Ferg's. Joe Madden - the former coach of Rays , Cubs and Angels - was joined by the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots and Rickord's posse! Tune in every Thursdays 6-8pm ET #joemaddon #mb #raysbaseball #cubsbaseball #fergs #onthetee #sportsradio #sportstalk #mikerickord #johnreger #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

Matthew McGee's podcast UP TO HEAR is as beloved as freeFall Theater's A Christmas Carol - The Musical. RadioStPete Sunshine 96.7 FM music host Jay Sun enjoyed a performance and caught up with Matthew - who is the play's narrator - after the performance. ABOUT THE SHOW! What in the Dickens is going on at freeFall? Our beloved concert version of A Christmas Carol is back by popular demand and we’re delightedto share it with you. This show is well-regarded for its faithfulness to Dickens’ story and for its ability to effortlessly capture the true spirit of Christmas. Featuring beautifully arranged songs from Keith Ferguson and Bruce Greer’s musical adaptation, performed by a cast of live performers along with multimedia and narration from the original novella, this is the perfect evening out during the holiday season. Relive the magic or share this beloved holiday tradition with the next generation.

(Podcast Version) In our ongoing series of holiday stories, host Nanette Wiser turned to sommelier and wine educator Sharon Mahoney who also is co-owner of Savoir on Central about how to throw a holiday wine tasting party, selecting wines/bubbly for your holiday meal or anytime of year as well as what's trending. We learned that fried chicken pairs well with bubbly, chocolate with cabernet sauvignon, introduced us to zero alcohol wines that taste fabulous and came up with a dozen ways to perk up the crowd with blind tastings at your next event. Sharon also hosts wine education classes at Thrive DTSP, does History in a Bottle for the St. Petersburg museum of History (Irish whiskey next up in March 2026) and is part of our fabulous co-working space. #holidayentertaining #holidayparties #wine #bubbly #winetrends #sharonmahoney #savoironcentral #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of Pet Tips, Eckerd College correspondent Maddie Merrick talks about the rise of specialty care and the importance of finding a trusted and licensed vet and specialists as well as annual check-ups. Pet specialist care involves advanced veterinary fields (cardiology, oncology, surgery) or general expert advice on nutrition, behavior, and wellness, offered by vets, trainers, or consultants, often through wellness plans or emergency/specialty hospitals for complex needs beyond routine checkups.#pettips # #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #petsafety #petcare #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #petspecialistcare #cats #dogs

The Tampa Repertory Theatre’s Jim Sorensen is our guest for the final Arts Alive! podcast of 2025. Jim is directing the Tampa Rep production of A Christmas Carol – A Live Radio Play through Tuesday (Dec. 23) at the Shimberg Playhouse, in the Straz Center for the Performing Arts complex. Show information here. 👉He wrote the adaption of the classic Dickens story, which includes songs, narration, sound effects and a cast of four actors “playing” a multitude of characters (Michael Gregory is Dickens’ miserable old miser, Ebenezer Scrooge.) 👉Sorensen, a longtime presence on the Tampa Bay theater scene, has acted in both Tampa and St. Petersburg most recently in the Off-Central comedy Bakersfield Mist (his co-star from that show, Alix Faulhaber, is in the cast of A Christmas Carol – A Live Radio Play). 👉We also talk about St. Pete’s Radio Theatre Project, for which he frequently provides voices – Sorensen will be there for the RTP Christmas edition, Monday (Dec. 22) at 7 p.m. at The [email protected] Arts Alive! will return Jan. 2.#artsalive #jimsorenson #tamparepertorytheater #achristmascarol #radioplay #Radiotheaterproject #thestudio@620 #michaelgregory #billdeyoung #stpetecatalyst#theater #tampa #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete