Radio St. Pete Podcast Archive

In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Wiser talks with psychotherapist Jason A. Tomkins, LCSW & Navy veteran David Bertoncini about F3 The Burg on how the peer-led mens' leadership group helps men combat isolation and build new friendships through fitness training, fellowship and faith. What is F3? F3 stands for Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith. It’s a free, peer-led men’s leadership movement that started in 2011 and now operates worldwide. In St. Petersburg, we’re known as F3 The Burg.What do they do? Free, outdoor workouts (45–60 minutes), rain or shine Open to all men, regardless of fitness level Rotating volunteer leadership Post-workout coffee (“coffeeteria”) for connection and accountability Community service and leadership development Core principles: Always free, open to all men, peer-led outdoor fitness building discipline and resilience that ends with a brief circle of reflection and post work-out coffee. Faith means believing in something bigger than yourself and serving others (not tied to any denomination)Why it matters locally: St. Petersburg continues to grow, and many men lack consistent community. F3 provides connection, purpose, leadership development, and positive mental and physical health benefits — especially for men navigating career and family pressures.Nation's website: https://f3nation.com/Local website: www.f3theburg.com Youtube that explains us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQ1uxuR65So#livelifebetter #F3StPete #faith #fitness #fellowship #menshealth #menswellness #mentalhealth #poweroffriendship #nanetteWiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

MERCY HOSPITAL On Feb. 12 at the City Council Meeting, two employees of Mercy Hospital were given Distinguished Citizens Awards from City of St. Petersburg, Florida The hospital was the only primary care facility for the African-American community of St. Petersburg from 1923 to 1966. Learn more in St. Petersburg Museum of History's Executive Director Rui Farias's Historically St. Pete here. (Photo courtesy of SPMOH of Mercy Hospital nurses.)#mercyhospital #blackhistorymonth #cityofstpetersburg #distinguishedcitizensaward #africanamericancommunity #healthcarestpete #stpetersburg #radiostpete #stpetehistory

The Winner’s Curse: How Behavioral Economics Explains Why We Make Bad Decisions The winner’s curse describes a paradox that shows up everywhere in modern life. The moment we win an auction, land the deal, or beat the competition is often the moment we unknowingly overpaid, overcommitted, or misunderstood the true value of what we gained. 👉In this episode of Passion Struck, Alex Imas joins John R. Miles to unpack why winning so often leads to regret, how behavioral economics explains this pattern, and what it reveals about the way humans make decisions under uncertainty. Drawing on decades of research and real-world examples, this conversation explores how our mental shortcuts, overconfidence, and distorted perceptions quietly shape outcomes in markets, careers, and everyday choices.👉The Curse Explained This phenomenon occurs when the person who “wins” is actually the one who made the most optimistic error. Because everyone is working with imperfect information, the highest bid or strongest conviction often reflects the biggest overestimation rather than superior insight. Originally observed in competitive auctions and natural resource markets, the winner’s curse now appears across investing, hiring, negotiations, and even personal life decisions. Winning feels good in the moment, but it can signal that we misunderstood the situation more than anyone else. This episode explains why success itself can be a warning sign.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 #aleximas

Micki Thompson shares vital information about First Contact and how it connects individuals and families to essential community and crisis resources.The conversation highlights the critical role of 211, a free, confidential helpline that connects callers to local services such as housing assistance, food resources, healthcare, utility support, and other community programs. Micki explains how 211 serves as a front door to community support, helping people navigate complex systems and find the right help quickly.The episode also discusses when to call or text 988, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, for immediate mental health or emotional crisis support. Listeners will learn how 988 provides direct access to trained crisis counselors and life-saving intervention.Key takeaways include: How First Contact and 211 connect callers to local resources The difference between 211 community support and 988 crisis intervention Why keeping these numbers accessible can make a life-saving difference How communities can proactively support mental health and basic needs This episode serves as an essential guide for understanding the safety net of services available and how to access help when it matters most.Learn More: 🌐 Website: www.firstcontact.org 📞 Community Resources: 211 📞 Crisis Support: Call or Text 988 📧 Email: [email protected]#211Helps #988Lifeline #CommunityResources #MentalHealthAwareness #FirstContact #MickiThompson

Audio courtesy of City of St. Petersburg. Rebroadcast with their permission.On February 18 starting at 10am, Mayor Kenneth T. Welch delivered the 2026 State of the City address from the Palladium Theater. The State of the City included accomplishments from 2025 and highlighted strength, resilience, and continued progress for the upcoming year. Mayor Welch was introduced by City Council Chair Lisset Hanewicz."2025 was a year of recovery and as we continue in 2026, the State of our City is strong, resilient, and focused on continued progress," said Mayor Kenneth T. Welch. "Our commitment to Principled and Inclusive Progress is part of our DNA. And as our city grows and evolves, we will continue to plan and act in ways that ensure everyone can participate in and benefit from that progress."The Program-Pre-program music was presented by Alejandro Arenas' Trio Mixtura and vocalist Allison Nash.-The State of the City program began with a montage video of highlights from the past year that illustrate the City's progress.-St. Pete Police and St. Pete Fire Rescue Honor Guards presented the colors.-The Pledge of Allegiance was led by students from the Cathedral School of St. Jude.-Allison Nash was backed by Alejandro Arenas' Trio Mixtura for the National Anthem.-Invocations were provided by faith leaders Imam Mounir Bourkiza, School Principal of Arqam's Academy; Rev. Dr. Kenneth F. Irby, Faith and Community Justice Liaison for the City of St. Petersburg; and Rabbi Philip Weintraub from Congregation B'nai Israel of St. Petersburg.-Students from Arts Conservatory for Teens gave a special performance.-Denzel Johnson-Green, the City's newly-appointed Poet Laureate, debuted his poem entitled "The Spider-Woman of St. Pete."-St. Pete City Council Chair Lisset Hanewicz spoke on behalf of City Council.-Mayor Welch delivered his State of the City address to the audience.-Mayor Welch's remarks featured videos with residents who directly benefited from City programs and initiatives throughout the year.The Principles & PillarsMayor Welch's Principles, also known as the "Six I's," have guided the mayor's administration during his tenure: In-touch Leadership, Inclusive Governance, Informed Decision Making, Innovation, Intentional Equity, and Community Impact. The Principles support the City's five Pillars for Progress: 1) Education and Youth Opportunities; 2) Equitable Development, Arts and Business Opportunities; 3) Neighborhood Health and Safety; 4) Housing Opportunities for All; and 5) Environment, Infrastructure and Resilience."These guiding principles, along with our pillars for progress, set the framework of our City team's work," said Mayor Welch. "Everything we do - our planning, budgeting, and operations - reflect these principles and pillars. And our commitment to equity is foundational to our work."More information on Mayor Welch's Principles and Pillars for Progress is available at www.stpete.org/mayor.Accomplishments from 2025In 2025, Mayor Welch's administration focused on recovering from the back-to-back storms of 2024 and continuing to make progress on key City programs and investments. "Over the past year, we have continued the hard work of recovery," said Mayor Welch. "We have moved with urgency, but also with intention, knowing that resilience is not simply about restoring what was - it is about preparing for what lies ahead."-In 2025, 434 multifamily affordable/workforce units, 122 accessory dwelling units, and 24 affordable homes were completed and 189 affordable townhomes were in development on city-owned land.-St. Petersburg became the first city in Florida to adopt the "Yes in God's Backyard" provision, which empowers faith-based organizations to use underutilized land to expand affordable housing opportunities.-The City's library system reopened the President Barack Obama Main Library in September 2025 and launched the St. Pete Bookmobile.-The Early Learning Literacy Guide connected more than 1,000 St. Pete families to free literacy tools and City libraries engaged nearly 18,000 youth through reading, play, and learning activities.-St. Pete Parks and Recreation provided safe, engaging spaces for teens and launched the Friday Night Teen Flex program.-The City launched a new five-year partnership with the USF College of Marine Science to support the Clam Bayou Marine Education Center, providing $100,000 annually to give local students and educators access to hands-on learning experiences-The Mayor's Future Ready Academy began working with its fourth cohort in 2025. The Mayor's Future Ready Academy is an innovative job-training program providing full-time pay, benefits, and additional certification at Pinellas Technical College.-To reduce childhood homelessness and support young people during critical transitions, the City created targeted programs that promote housing stability and long-term opportunity - investing $260,000 in the Childhood Homelessness Project and $1 million ARPA (American Rescue Plan Ac

In this episode of SPX with St. Pete Catalyst's Joe Hamilton, he chats with veteran CEO peer-group leader and lifelong entrepreneur, Chip Webster. Webster shares how decades inside Vistage (and later Tiger 21) taught him that trust, accountability and curiosity are the real engines behind successful businesses and healthy communities. After COVID, he and his immunocompromised wife bought an RV and crisscrossed the U.S., where countless conversations in RV parks inspired his new book Unity and Service about rebuilding civic connection through “micro validations,” volunteering, and engaging beyond our silos. The episode closes with a blunt, practical challenge. #spx #stpetecatayst #joehamilton #chipwebster #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #stpetecatalyst

In January 2021, City Council approved the contract to launch the Community Assistance and Life Liaison (CALL) program pilot. CALL will improve the response to mental illness, poverty, and addiction, providing assistance while reducing criminalization and stigma.Many of the calls for service the Police Department is asked to respond to during a normal day are better addressed by a human services professional. Through CALL, emergency dispatchers will send social workers to certain calls for service including mental health crisis, suicide intervention, truancy, homeless complaints, and neighborhood disputes.CALL goals: Reduce police involvement in non-criminal and non-violent calls for service. Reduce repeat calls for service to police from the same person by providing support and longer-term service connections. Provide a more compassionate approach to quality-of-life issues. Increase the amount of time our sworn officers can focus on keeping our City safe. Gulf Coast JFCS in partnership with St. Petersburg Police Department will lead a team of clinical staff and community navigators who are dispatched to non-violent, non-criminal calls to provide a therapeutic, wrap-around response. #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

Welcome to The Sun Leaders Podcast featuring local Tampa Bay leaders, authors, ideas and people making a difference in our community produced by Josh Naaman. 👉In today's episode, Mental Notes podcaster Dr. Doral R. Pulley interviews Dr. Lisamaya Varner, one of his mentees. Although Dr. Varner has several gifts, she is now living dream of operating her own business. Listeners will learn the steps and stages for entrepreneurial leadership. 👉Josh Naaman has moved his Naaman Creative agency and office to downtown St. Pete and launched the podcast and virtual/in-person events as a part of Connect St. Pete, located at 1211 1st Ave. N, Suite 210 St. Petersburg, FL 33705. RadioStPete is proud to rebroadcast these provocative and engaging stories.👉Sun Leaders is a vibrant, dedicated, and inclusive community of leaders dedicated to fostering collaboration, community engagement, business strategies, and leadership development among its members. The group provides a dynamic platform for local professionals from various industries to connect, learn, and grow together.Listen to The Sun Leaders Podcast Join the Sun Leaders Facebook Group👉Connect St. Pete: www.connectstpete.com Local leaders meet 1st & 3rd Friday every month.👉Connect with Josh Josh Naaman [email protected] #connectstpete #joshnaaman #naamancreative #sunleaders #sunleaderspodcast#stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete #dr.pulley

EP 526 - How to Save Money on Medical BillsIn FRUGAL FRIENDS EP526, hosts Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni talk about how to save money on medical bills. **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 #medicalbills

In this episode of Eckerd College News, WECX's Maddie Merrick interviews Dr. Erin Rickman as part of her series on animal research. Eckerd's newest research lab, the Anglo-American Reptile Research Lab, was created four months ago by Erin Rickman, assistant professor of animal studies. This is Rickman’s first year teaching at Eckerd, having moved to the United States from Lancing, England last September and they are currently studying ten crested geckos. 🎤The lab’s main goal is to understand the cognitive development of reptiles. “Reptile welfare is so far behind anything else, it’s basically nonexistent,” said Rickman. Although many own reptiles, the study of reptiles only emerged 30-40 years ago, resulting in a lack of understanding in the inner workings of reptiles’ brains. Read The Triton article for more on the Rickman.🎤The Herpetological Environments and Research in Practice (HERP) Laboratory at Eckerd College looks to improve the welfare of captive herptiles and they focus on how the captive environment can influence animal behavior and cognition. Learn more about the HERP Laboratory and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. #animalswelove #animalresearch #maddiemerrick #HERP #reptiles #geckos #hepetological #nanettewiserblog #eckerdcollegenews #science #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

Members of City Council and representatives of the Carter G. Woodson Museum and the National Council of Negro Women speak. #stpete #stpetefl #blackhistory #stpetehistory #cartergwoodson #tampabay #radio #radiostpet

(E240)Submerged Stories: Florida's Underground Railroad In this episode of FLORIDA SPECTACULAR, Cathy Salustri & Ryan Worthington talk about Florida's Underground Railroad. Florida has a significant history with enslaved people escaping their oppressors in the United States. If you want to see history, these are places you can visit to learn the real history of Florida's underground railroad. Fort Mose Bill Baggs State Park Gulf Islands National Seashore in Pensacola Podcast episode about Prospect BluffFernandina Plaza Historic State ParkKingsley Plantation Fitzpatrick Plantation Ruins Angola Settlement (more about Angola) The Fort at Prospect Bluff by Dale CoxSupport 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 #blackhistorymonth #floridaundergroundrailroad

Hats off to Olga Bof for the best LOCALTOPIA yet, celebrating 13 years in downtown St. Pete and Williams Park. Listen to Olga and Mayor Ken Welch kick-off the event here. Listen to Maddie Merrick's interviews here #nanettewiser #localtopia

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--Veteran sportswriter and handicapper Bob Bauer is here every week with the latest from Tampa Bay's Iconic racing venue celebrating its 100th Anniversary.-- 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 #tampabaydowns #skywayfestivalday #horseracing #thoroughbreds #bobbauer

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& we’re back. This week, we recap the "big game" and the halftime show. A Pinellas Park bar makes national headlines for playing the Turning Point halftime show instead of Bad Bunny in his bar. Later, the beloved dog that won everyone's heart during the Puppy Bowl is dead. Sam Darnold paid a lot of taxes to California. Hear that on the Substack.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”.

Host Nanette Wiser spoke with Monica Drake Historical Museum Operations ManagerHeritage Village Museum & Park and Hannah Hayes, Curator of Education, about all the upcoming events and oral history project being conducted by Pinellas County's Heritage Village with the help of community partners and organizations (Eckerd College professors and students (Parks), Preserve The Burg, Florida Humanities, Lealman Exchange, myself and others). We talked about events, exhibits and America 250 oral history project and how you can be part of this national initiative. Many of these interviews will air on RadioStPete AMERICA 250: PINELLAS COUNTY - One Place: Many Voices Tuesdays 5:10 pm starting in March. 👉In 2026, Heritage Village will proudly commemorate its 50th anniversary, coinciding with America’s 250th celebration. This is a significant milestone, as it marks 50 years since the 1976 Bicentennial movement, which inspired the creation of numerous historical organizations and societies, along with the establishment of open-air museums like Heritage Village throughout the nation! you are invited to join them in celebrating this momentous occasion! 👉Be sure to check out Pages in the Park where they feature a book each month in their story walk signs throughout the park, usually with a schoolhouse storytime in their 1912 Harris Schoolhouse. 🎉 2026 Signature ProgramOPEN! Application Launch The Power of Place Oral History Program 🌿 2026 Major Events Feb 28: Preserved with Love – Honoring Community & Legacy at Heritage Village March 28: From Dedication to Designation: Historic Designation of the House of Seven Gables and Plant Sumner June 27: Civic Season Youth 250 Event July 8: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence Sep 19: National Constitution Week: We the People of Pinellas; Our Split from Hillsborough County 🏛️ 2026 Exhibit Openings January 2026 – December 2026: Step into History at Heritage Village banner exhibit Feb 28: Sulphur Springs Depot – 100 Years of Transportation June: 50 Years of Collecting, Preserving, and Sharing at Heritage Village Jun 15: The Citrus Wizard’s Journey – Lue Gim Gong and the Immigrant Spirit Jul 11: Many Voices, One Nation; Stories of Democracy in Our Parks 🎙️ 2026 Speaking of History Presenters Feb 8 – Fourteenth Colony: The Gulf South in the Revolutionary Era, Mike Bunn Mar 8 – Forgotten Women Patriots, Daughters of the American Revolution Apr 12 – Southern Blacks & the American Revolution, Roger Smith Sep 13 – Britain’s Loyal Colonies Lost – The American Revolution in Florida, David Head Oct 11 – William Bartram, a New Nation, and the Drifting State of Florida Literature, Thomas Hallock Nov 8 – St. Augustine’s role in the War for Independence, Trevor Bryant #heritagevillage #monicadrake #hannahhayes #nanettewiser #america250 #heritagevillage50 #pinellascounty https://www.heritagevillagefl.org/

In this episode of PET TIPS, host Nanette Wiser showcases Pinellas County Dog Parks plus rules and tips for good fun with your fur-baby.Owners are required to supervise and clean up after their dogs. All dogs must be on a leash when outside the dog park area. Pinellas County is not responsible for the behavior of any dog. Bites or injury should be reported to Pinellas County Animal Services. Park rules are intended to protect everyone’s use and enjoyment of the park. Violation of park rules may result in a citation or removal from the park. Please keep our parks clean and obey all dog park rules below. Dog Parks are located at these Pinellas County parks: Fort De Soto Park – Note: Fort De Soto has the only dog park where dogs are allowed on the beach in a designated area. There are also two fenced-in areas with water stations near the beach for large and small dogs. The beach entrance is at the far southwest corner of dog park. A.L. Anderson Park Boca Ciega Millennium Park John Chesnut Sr. Park Eagle Lake Park Sand Key Park Walsingham Park Pet Rules Pet dogs are welcome in county parks and must be on a leash, but are not allowed on boardwalks and observation towers. All dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the park. Park closes at sunset. Patrons use the dog park at their own risk. Handlers are liable for any injury or damage caused by their dog(s). Handlers are limited to three dogs. Dogs shall be licensed, vaccinated and display tags on their collar at all times. Dogs in heat are prohibited. Handler must be 16 years of age or older. Children younger than 12 are not permitted without a responsible adult. Handler must control their dog and attend to it at all times. Handler must carry a leash with them at all times while in the park. Handler is responsible for picking up and disposing of their dog’s waste in designated receptacles. No Dogs Younger Than 4 Months Old. Check with your veterinarian before introducing a puppy to the dog park. No Aggressive Dogs. Handlers must stop their dogs from digging and are responsible for filling any holes their dog makes. No Excessive Barking. No Dog Bathing in the Park. No Food or Smoking within the Fenced Area. Did You Know? Unscooped dog poop washes off into waterways and provides nutrients (pollutants) that may cause algae blooms and fish kills. Stormwater runoff may become your drinking water.Note to Patrons We ask that you not not go barefoot in the dog park.Also, please be aware of diseases that can be transmitted from dog-to-dog in a dog park and have your dog vaccinated BEFORE coming to the park to play. Example: Kennel Cough, Ringworm, Etc. #pettips #pinellascounty #pinellascountydogparks #dogetiquette #followtherules #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

The 13th annual Localtopia celebration of our community was the best yet. Eckerd College"s WECX"s Maddie Merrick and RadioStPete"s Nanette Wiser meandered the ebullient crowds and caught up with vendors, neighbors and friends in the streets and at our booth with JKolb maestro and producing wizard Joe Boudow behind the scenes streaming the great mudsic live! Nice to see show hosts Tony Tyler, Dominic P, Dawn Hunter and Brian Peret on air with us. Here is part 1 of our Localtopia coverage with Maddie Merrick. Thanks to WECX events manager Vivian for photos, video and more! St. Pete PrideSeven C MusicConnect St. PetePreserve the BurgEckerd College studentsMuseum of Fine ArtsTombolo BooksClay Co-OpSt. Pete College FoundationGlobal Love ProjectBananas RecordsMarine Exploration CenterPinellas Ale WorksThree Daughters Brewing

Jules Warren hit a home run at the Rays Fan Fest at Tropicana Field Feb. 14. The Fan Fest Block Party from 1-5 pm drew thousands of fans and featured autograph signings, family-friendly fun, mascot appearances and a charity yard sale of team memorabilia. Yay RAYS!Tampa Bay Rays MLB official site here.(Photo by Jules Warren)#juleswarren #tampabayrays #raysfanfest #tropicanafield #baseball #sports #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

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Celebrating Al Downing during Black History month. The Honorable Mayor Welch of St Petersburg named February 12, 2026 “Al Downing Day”and presented the association with a proclamation. The Assoc. had student members filling the City Hall chambers with jazz. Catch live jazz, Monday at The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge from 7-9, @langston5494 @aldowningjazz #aldowningtampabayjazzassociation #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

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The City of St. Petersburg officially recognized the impact and community service of Radio St. Pete with a special proclamation declaring March 4, 2026, as Radio St. Pete Day.⸻🎙️ Opening RemarksCouncil Member Mike Harding introduces the proclamation and emphasizes the essential role local media plays in connecting residents. He highlights Radio St. Pete’s unique volunteer-driven nonprofit model and its commitment to amplifying local culture, music, arts, and civic engagement throughout St. Petersburg. Harding commends the station for sustaining community storytelling, strengthening civic pride, and providing educational and workforce opportunities.Remarks by Board President & Chair : Joe Bourdow shares the origin story of Radio St. Pete, which began in 2013 as a grassroots passion project and grew into a fully licensed, volunteer-powered nonprofit broadcasting on Sunshine 96.7 FM and online streaming platforms.He highlights milestones including: • Achieving nonprofit 501(c)(3) status and FCC licensing • Launching the downtown studio and expanding local programming • Building an extensive library of local music and community conversations • Creating internship and volunteer pathways for future broadcasters • Strengthening emergency communications and public information during storms • Becoming an affiliate of national news programming • Expanding audience engagement through mobile apps and digital platformsBourdow also recognizes volunteers, community partners, and local supporters who helped grow Radio St. Pete into a trusted community media resource.⸻In closing, Council Member Copley Gerdes reflects on his personal experience as both a listener and supporter, praising the station’s “Lunchtime Conversations” and locally produced shows like Big Broadway Energy for keeping residents informed and engaged. He encourages community members and local businesses to support and sponsor programming, noting Radio St. Pete’s important role in preserving and strengthening the city’s cultural identity.⸻📅 Official ProclamationOn behalf of Mayor Kenneth T. Welch, the City proclaimed March 4, 2026 as Radio St. Pete Day, encouraging residents to celebrate and support independent community broadcasting.#RadioStPete #CommunityRadio #LocalVoices #SupportLocalMedia #StPeteCulture #CivicEngagement #VolunteerPowered #IndependentMedia #StPeteCommunity #sunshine96.7fm

In this episode of GARDENING in FLORIDA, Nanette Wiser chats about planting and nurturing winter veggies in Pinellas County with Theresa Badurek, Urban Horticulture Agent/Master Gardener Program Leader Certified Arborist FL-1307A, UF/IFAS Extension, Pinellas County.Click here to subscribe to our newsletter.Sustainable Home Food ProductionOur Florida farmers and ranchers are still planting and harvesting to feed Americans, but there has been an increased interest from people in growing their own produce. Creating an edible landscape doesn’t have to be expensive or hard, but it does take some planning and thought — especially if you hope to do so inexpensively. “Sustainable Food Home Production” is a series of articles with all the general guidelines to keep in mind as you contemplate starting your edible garden.VegetablesVegetable gardening offers fresh air, sunshine, exercise, enjoyment, mental therapy, nutritious fresh vegetables, and economic savings, as well as many other benefits. Vegetables can be grown year-round in Florida if attention is paid to the appropriate planting dates.FruitMany kinds of fruit can be grown successfully in the Florida home garden, including temperate fruits in the northern part of the state and tropical and subtropical fruits in the southern part of the state. #gardeninginflorida #if/fasExtension #mastergardener #TheresaBadurek #wintervegetables #floridafriendlygardening #nanettewiser #pinellascounty#stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of Music Scene, host Nanette Wiser chats with the virtuoso harp guitar musician and composer performing at Seven C Music on February 20. Doors open @6:30pm. Currently living in Nashville with her artist boyfriend Bryan Allen who creates her visuals in the multimedia show, the acclaimed musician will be touring the country, from Florida to California. 👉Fri Feb 20, 2026 Muriel Anderson Concert in St. Petersburg, FL at Seven C Music Buy Tickets 👉At the Seven C show, she will be taking requests from the audience as part of her "Passport" performance and debuting some new compositions. Muriel Anderson’s “Passport” show takes you on a journey. The audience is handed “guitar passport books” to request what countries they’d like to visit in the music. Her compositions capture the essence of authentic traditional music, and she sings in up to 10 languages. You’ll travel with her on her sailing adventures, and throughout the world in the music and images. Bringing together diverse cultures and settings, shining a gentle light on our common humanity.ABOUT ANDERSON Muriel Anderson performs on a 20-string harp-guitar and her facility across multiple genres, combined with gentle sense of humor, is revered by audiences and guitarists worldwide. She is the first woman to win the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship. Guitar Player Magazine lists her as one of the top 50 guitarists of all time and she has recently been listed among the top ten female guitarists, yet it will be her uplifting songs and compositions that will be her lasting legacy. She has recorded with country legend Chet Atkins, performed with Les Paul and countless other greats in “Muriel Anderson’s All Star Guitar Night®” over the past 30+ years. Muriel’s CD Nightlight Daylight placed first in its category in 11 national awards, followed by Acoustic Chef, an international CD with cookbook. Muriel’s release Sailing Dreams exhibits new levels of creativity–she has even created a board game to accompany the music. Her non-profit foundation provides musical instruments and lessons to youth, and she supports World Kitchen with a percentage of sales from Acoustic Chef. ENJOY her Baker's Dozen new composition at the end of our interview, inspired by a Greek meal and lots of baklava from this talented musical storyteller. @murielanderson #harpguitarist #folkmusic #internationalmusic #bluegrass #acousticchef #nanettewiser #musicscene #uplifting songs #powerofoptimism#stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

(2/11/2026) Best bets for February & March. This weekend features 7C music Saturday mornings 10-noon, Localtopia Feb. 14, Rays Fan Fest, Collard Green Festival, 2nd Saturday Artwalk, Galentine and Valentine fun and Mardi Gras Tuesday, concerts & plays at The Straz, Mahaffey Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Capitol Theater, The Palladium and The Envelope Please 2/14 at The Florida Orchestra; plus Green Light Cinema's indie films, Monday jazz jams (Tom Kat's at CJ Backstage, Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Assocation @The Hangar DTSP). Festival of Speed Sunday downtown with exotic cars and festivities. American Stage, Studio@620, Florida Craft Arts Dr. Brandi Stark's Valentween, freeFall Theater's Himself & Nora...get out, have fun.👉 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 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

The Cost of Conviction: Deepest Values, Taboo Tradeoffs and Better Thinking(2/16/2026) We like to believe we make decisions by weighing evidence, considering outcomes, and thinking things through. But in reality, most of our choices are guided by something far more powerful and far less examined: our sacred values. In this episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles interviews Steven Sloman, one of the world’s leading cognitive scientists and the author of The Cost of Conviction, to explore how our deepest moral commitments shape the way we think, argue, vote, and lead. Steven explains why relying too heavily on sacred values can quietly override consequences, shut down reasoning, and fuel the kind of polarization we see everywhere today. Drawing on decades of research in decision-making, psychology, and collective cognition, this conversation challenges the assumption that moral certainty equates with moral clarity. Instead, Steven shows how humility, tradeoff thinking, and shared reasoning are essential if we want better decisions and a less divided society.Our Deeply Held Sacred Values, and How Decisions Really Get MadeSteven Sloman introduces a powerful distinction between two ways humans make decisions. One approach focuses on consequences and outcomes. The other relies on moral absolutes that frame actions as simply right or wrong. While both are necessary, problems arise when these deepest values dominate situations that require nuance, tradeoffs, and long-term thinking. When these deepest values take over, decision-making feels easier and more emotionally satisfying. But that ease often comes at the cost of understanding, empathy, and flexibility. This is where good intentions can quietly lead us astray.Taboo Tradeoffs and Why Moral Absolutes Break DownOne of the most striking parts of this conversation is Steven’s explanation of taboo tradeoffs. These occur when people refuse to exchange moral convictions for any material or practical benefit, even when circumstances demand difficult choices. Steven also introduces tragic tradeoffs, moments when two deepest values collide, and no option preserves moral purity. These moments reveal why absolute thinking struggles in a complex world and why mature decision making requires accepting loss, ambiguity, and responsibility.ABOUT PASSION STRUCK In Passion Struck, John R. Miles—award-winning author, globally recognized podcast host, and former Fortune 50 executive—delivers a science-backed framework to help you focus, time, and energy; align your actions with what truly matters; Lead with clarity—whether at work, at home, or in your community. From shaping cultures and teams to deepening relationships and personal growth, Passion Struck reveals how to design a life of purpose and impact. 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.Learn more about Passion Struck - the book, audiobook and podcast!👉His newest book for children, "You Matter, Luna," is available now. 👉More Passion Struck podcasts on our station here.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. 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 #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #theignitedlife #stevensloman #matteringverse

In this episode of GARDENING in FLORIDA, host Nanette Wiser reminds you that we are in drought mode in Pinellas County. Here are some resources that can help you.GARDENING in FLORIDA Podcasts👉The City of St. Petersburg has scheduled a series of free water conservation webinars through June 2026, giving residents the opportunity to learn practical, effective ways to save water and create more sustainable home landscapes.👉During a time of on-going drought conditions, conserving water is more important now than ever. Led by knowledgeable presenters, the educational sessions cover topics ranging from rain barrels and rain gardens to efficient irrigation, drought-tolerant plants, and water-smart landscaping.👉These interactive webinars are open to the public and designed for all experience levels. Registration is required to attend. Free Educational Workshops ScheduleGetting to Know Your Sprinkler SystemWednesday, Feb. 18, from 6 -7:30 p.m.Intro to Micro IrrigationWednesday, March 4, from 12-2:45 p.m.Water Wise Living - Do's, Don'ts. and How To'sMonday, March 16, from 12-12:45 p.m.Rainwater GuardianWednesday, March 25, from 6-7:30 p.m.Wednesday, April 29, from 6-7:30 p.m.Saturday, June 6, from 9:30-11 a.m.Transitioning to a More Natural LandscapeTuesday, April 7, from 6-7:30 p.m.Drought Tolerant Plants for Local LandscapesTuesday, May 12, from 6-7:30 p.m.Every Drop CountsThursday, May 21, from 12-12:45 p.m.Registration and additional information are available at www.stpete.org/WaterWorkshops.Free Sprinkler System EvaluationThe City's free Sensible Sprinkling Program, which helps residents and businesses improve the efficiency of their irrigation systems with the guidance of a local expert, is back for a limited time. This free service is available to City water customers with operable, in-ground sprinkler systems using potable, reclaimed, or well water. Eligible customers will receive, at no charge:-A sprinkler system evaluation-Water efficiency report with site-specific recommendations-A diagram of the existing sprinkler layout-Free installation of a rain sensor-Personalized water conservation tipsMore information and the program application are available at www.stpete.org/WaterPrograms.More Resources The City of St. Petersburg offers additional water-saving programs, rebates, resources, and more at www.stpete.org/WaterConservation. St. Pete residents can also explore other sustainable practices, like recycling, composting, and solar power, by visiting www.stpete.org/Sustainability.#waterconservation #drought #sustainability #cityofstpetersburg #gardeningin florida #sprinklers #nanettewiser #radiostpete

RadioStPete is proud to rebroadcast The Innovation District's "State of Science & Innovation" highlights from the January 28, 2026 symposium in St. Petersburg, FL. Thanks to CEO Alison Barlow and Nisuka Williams for their help on this event. 👉Check out their new podcast series, Innovation in the 'Burg hosted by Alison Barlow here and on their website.👉As St. Petersburg continues to grow as a regional hub for science, research, and technology, the St. Pete Innovation District hosted its 8th annual State of Science and Innovation event on Wednesday, January 28, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus. 👉The annual event highlights the people and ideas driving innovation across St. Petersburg, bringing together researchers, entrepreneurs, students, and business leaders to showcase local scientific and technological advancements shaping the city’s future. 👉State of Science and Innovation featuresd a series of fast-paced, six-minute presentations from local science and technology innovators, offering a snapshot of emerging research, startups, and breakthrough ideas across the region. This year’s speakers included:• Alex Mahadevan, Poynter Institute• Dr. Nina Johnson, Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital• Dr. Cassandra Josephson, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital• Scott Pickens, The Global Resilience Institute• Dr. Steve Murawski, University of South Florida College of Marine Science• Andy Bennett, SubUASAbout the St. Pete Innovation DistrictThe St. Pete Innovation District is a collaborative hub for research, education, andentrepreneurship, bringing together institutions and organizations to advance innovation and economic growth in St. Petersburg, Florida.#innovationdistrict #sciencestpete #innovationstpete #techstpete #alisonbarlow #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In partnership with Florida Humanities and introduced by Executive Director Nashid Madyun, RadioStPete.com Sunshine 96.7 FM is thrilled to shine a light on Florida Humanities' podcast series entitled Beyond The Pages. Introduced by Madyun, each podcast shines a light on a uniquely Florida story. Just in time for spring training, we are happy to rebroadcast today's episode: Eric Barton – Send in the Clowns Writer Eric Barton discusses his article, Send in the Clowns. The story dives into the not-so-funny history of one of Florida’s winningest baseball teams, the Miami's Ethiopian Clowns. Eric Barton is a freelance journalist who has written for publications like Outside, Food & Wine, and Flamingo. The story originally appeared in Forum 2024.Learn more about FLORIDA HUMANITIES. Since 1973, Florida Humanities has invested more than $20 million to fund programs that preserve and share Florida's history and heritage, promote civic engagement and encourage community conversations. From exhibits to community talks to festivals, Florida Humanities supports public programming that educates, inspires and connects people across the Sunshine State.#floridahumanities #baseball #miami'sethiopoianclowns #forummagazine#radiostpete

In this episode of ARTS ALIVE!, St. Pete Catalyst's Bill DeYoung chats with Olga Bof, founder and director of Localtopia in downtown St. Pete Saturday, February 14. 👉Williams Park will be bustin’ out all over, as the saying goes, when Localtopia settles in Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Localtopia, the annual gathering of homegrown St. Pete artists, craftspeople, merchants and community organizations, has grown significantly over the years. So much so that the 2026 edition, the 13th consecutive event, will be taking up one street more than last year – a section of 2nd Street North has joined the no-traffic-allowed lineup to help accommodate some of the 300-plus vendors.👉Olga Bof, today’s guest on the Arts Alive! podcast, has been the director of Localtopia since the beginning. As the founder of its parent organization, Keep St. Petersburg Local, Bof has never deviated from her mission – to focus on the people and business that she feels hold the community together as the corporate footprint continues to expand.👉During this interview, Bof talks about the origins of this massive shopping experience – as many as 60,000 are expected – and how it’s evolved over the years. She explains her long-held, passionate belief that by shopping local, we are doing our part to maintain a distinct St. Pete personality.#localtopia #olgabof #artsalive #billdeyoung #stpetecatalyst #shoplocal #communitycelebration #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of LIVE LIFE BETTER, host Nanette Wiser talks about an upcoming performance "This Is My Brave" Feb. 27 @USF Tampa with producer Kristin Kosyluk, Ph.D.. Dr. Kosyluk is an Associate Professor and Director of the STigma Action Research (STAR) Lab (Department of Behavioral Health Science & Practice, College of Behavioral and Community Sciences, Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute) at University of South Florida Tampa. The Is My Brave, the College Edition is an upcoming show is suitable for high school students and older. In this episode, we learn about the research and experience in staging THIS IS MY BRAVE (now in its 4th year at USF Tampa) and the science behind how sharing stories is the most effective way to deal with stigma of mental health and addiction. 👉This Is My Brave has been fortunate to have partnered with The STAR (Stigma Action Resource) Lab for the past seven years to evaluate their anti-stigma programming, and as a result, This Is My Brave - The Show has now become a public intervention. The STAR Lab evaluation work involves multiple research studies. Several studies evaluate the impact of TIMB programming on stigma among the audience members. Others aim to explore the impact of participation in TIMB performances on the storytellers themselves. ...We envision a world where we don’t have to call it “brave” to talk openly about mental illness. We’ll simply call it talking...PLAN YOUR VISIT Feb. 27 @7pm Registration is requested; admission is free. https://bit.ly/TIMB2026. Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall located in the USF School of Music 3755 USF Holly Drive, Tampa, FL 33620More information on STAR Lab This Is My Brave researchResearch StudiesExamining the Impact of This Is My Brave on Mental Illness Stigma and Willingness to Seek Help: A Pilot Study​Challenging the Stigma of Mental Illness through Creative Storytelling: A Randomized Controlled Trial of This Is My Brave​A quantitative study we are calling "the Storyteller Study" evaluating the impact of participating in TIMB performances on the performers with lived experience with mental illness.THE BACK STORY STAR has been the research arm for "This Is My Brave," a national show started in 2013 by Jennifer Marshall and Ann Marie Ames. It is now performed all over the United States on college campuses and other venues so that adults 18 and over and high school students can share their stories of dealing with mental health issues and addictions. This Is My Brave, Inc., is the leading platform for individuals to share their stories of living successful lives despite a mental health or substance use disorder diagnosis through artistic expression (spoken word poetry, original music, dance, comedy and essay readings) on stage in front of a live audience. They have opened up the conversation in communities across the country and beyond via our YouTube channel to break down stigma and let others know they are not alone. "We're ending mental illness stigma, one story at a time." The Show as an evidence-based stigma reduction intervention that is free to the public. This decision is to guarantee accessibility to Brave for all communities across the country.#livelifebetter #thisismybrave #Kristin Kosyluk #STigma Action Research (STAR) Lab #Department of Behavioral Health Science & Practice #usftampa #mentalhealth #eliminatestigma #addiction #storytellingformentalhealth #behavioralscience #realpeopleshare #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

From a Toddler with a Dream to the Big Stage: The Journey of King MooreAn inspirational story of a young boy with big dreams and a big heart. He inspires other young people with his motto, “Dream big, never give up.”In this episode of Jewels with Jules, host Jules Warren shares the incredible story of a little boy with a big dream and two parents willing to sacrifice everything to help make it come true. King Moore, a talented young performer born and raised in Tampa, Florida, now residing in California, is making his national debut on this season of America’s Got Talent and began dreaming big before he could even spell the word “Hollywood.” https://instagram.com/kingmoorehttps://www.facebook.com/themoores1 https://youtube.com/c/kingmooreTHE BACK STORY Born and raised in a loving household led by Verlin and Ivette Moore, King declared at just three years old that he wanted to be an actor, singer, rapper, model, and dancer. From that day forward, the Moore family committed themselves to helping King chase his dream. Ivette left her job to focus full-time on his training. Together, they invested deeply in King’s development — acting classes, vocal coaching, piano lessons, gymnastics, and countless hours in the studio. They traveled from state to state, giving King every opportunity to perform, grow, and be seen. Now, 10-year-old King Moore has already started building an impressive résumé. He was a contestant on America’s Got Talent and a special guest at the Grammys. He was invited to the White House by the Biden Administration, along with many music videos he has written and produced. He’s had small roles in feature films, including Cora Bora, The Wild Robot, and CoComelon (as Cody). His face has graced national commercials for AT&T and Toyota. King also appeared twice on the Tamron Hall Show (ABC/Disney). Along with his great success, King believes in giving back to his community and country. He advocates for gun control, which he spoke about at the White House, and is the youngest ambassador for the Black College Expo. Recently, he started a campaign called Brand New, which focuses on global youth music as a tool for cultural exchange, unity, and social impact. #kingmoore #kingmooreworld #radiostpete #jewelswithjules #juleswarren#music #rap #americasgottalent #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

Making Memoir Magic host and author Kerry Kriseman and Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser talk about writing Valentine letters and making handmade cards to express your feelings and as a prompt for memoir writing. #valentine #kerrykriseman #loveletters #writingprompt #memoirs #nanettewiser#stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

At CodeBoxx, they do more than train—they build community. Grey Matters host Brian Peret is also their Academy Director. Brian Peret, leads the way as Chair of the Workforce & Talent Committee at the St Petersburg Chamber, ensuring their programs are deeply connected to the region’s growth and talent development. He's also RadioStPete's most inspiring and visionary commentator, demystifying AI opportunities, strategic communications, community building and how to build and live your dreams professionally and personally. “Experience gives credibility, but curiosity and resilience are the success factors…in the age of AI, the old barriers to entry are gone. Anyone with the grit to learn these tools can contribute to a billion-dollar mission," says Peret, seen here with Chris Steinocher, CEO of the St. Pete Chamber. #brianperet #greymatters #AI #communications #communitybuilding #academydirector #educator #mentor #codeboxx #liveyourdreams #workforcedevelopment #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

In this episode of ST. PETE EATS, host and nutrionist Wendy Wesley talks about her cooking classes at Daystar Life and on local TV plus the upcoming Empty Bowls fundraiser for Daystar Life that she is participating in. Chatting with news director Nanette Wiser, they catch up on her thoughts on the new food pyramid, Valentine Day healthy sweet treats (strawberries dipped in dark chocolate) and ways to add fiber to every meal. Wesley's new book Hot Flash Kitchen on good foods to help women navigate perimenopause and menopause comes out later this year. Email: [email protected]: 727-823-0393Intake Form: CLICK HERENutrition Counseling Pricing: CLICK HERECooking School Information: CLICK HEREWendy Wesley is rated as the best St. Petersburg nutritionist with excellent client reviews and community awards. Wendy is a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist (Florida) serving St. Petersburg, Tampa and Clearwater and is verified through Nutritionist Near Me and Dietitian Near Me. Programs include weight loss, plant-based, menopause health, meal lists for cardiac, diabetes, pre-diabetes, kidney disease, FODMAP and digestive health. She writes menus for Florida shelters, schools & nursing homes.- Winner, Readers’ Pick “Best Nutritionist” Best of the Bay, Creative Loafing, 2022- Featured in/on the San Francisco Chronicle, Washington Post, Reader’s Digest, Tampa Bay Times, WFLA’s “Daytime,” WTTA’s “Bloom,” “Good Day Tampa Bay,” WFTS ABC Action News, Weekly Challenger, St. Pete Catalyst, WMNF, WUSF, Plantarion Podcast, USF’s The Zest Podcast, La Gaceta, Edible Tampa Bay and The Penny Hoarder - Nominated twice “Best Activist” Creative Loafing’s “Best of the Bay” - Finalist “Most Essential Burger” and “Pelican Personality” by the St Petersburg Chamber of Commerce- League of Women Voters - Food Politics Team- Suncoast Sierra Club -Food Sustainability Team- Florida Food Policy Council, member- Guest lecturer at University of South Florida, Eckerd College, St. Anthony’s Hospital, Suncoast Tiger Bay, Fired Up Pinellas, St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce, Churches United for Healthy Congregations and St. Joseph’s Hospital.#hotflashkitchen #stpeteeats #wendywesley #nanettewiser #emptybowls #daystarlife #fundraiser #nonprofit #emptybowls #nutrition #foodasmedicine #eatseasonally#stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of MUSIC SCENE, host Nanette Wiser welcomes musician/conductor and St. Pete College professor David Manson back to studio to talk about his music with Helios Orchestra and O Som Do Jazz and the upcoming Feb. 17 jazz concert at The Palladium as well as the St. Pete Jazz Festival sponsored by his EMIT Foundation. Craig Kallas & the Helios Jazz OrchestraTuesday, February 17 at 7:30 PM Palladium Side Door Originally from South Africa, Craig was featured in a variety of shows in casinos and with The Barnyard Theatre Company’s touring productions for three years. A stint with premier big band The Sticky Triggers deepened his love for the Great American Songbook, performing at special events around the country. He then spent three years at sea, performing in main theatre shows and jazz bands aboard Costa and Holland America cruise lines. He now calls St. Petersburg home and continues to perform regularly throughout the area. Tickets are available at www.mypalladium.org.St. Pete Jazz FestivalThis year, The Warehouse Arts District Association (WADA) & EMIT are teaming up to present the 2026 St. Petersburg Jazz Festival! The festival is April 8 - 11 at the Warehouse Arts District Rosie Cohen Stage @ the ArtsXchange Stage. 4/8 - Alexis Cole & the Helios Jazz Orchestra4/9 - Johnbern Thomas Quintet & Randy Bordon Trio4/10 - Markus Gottschlich Trio & Hot Club SRQ4/11 - Martin Bejerano #CubanAmerican Trio featuring special Guest Dafnis Prieto & Downtown Trio Plus OneWorkshops:4/7 - Alexis Cole Jazz Vocal Workshop, 11 AM at St. Petersburg College4/9 - Thomas Johnbern Workshop, 12:30 PM at St. Petersburg College#davidmanson #stpetejazzfestival #jazz #internationalmusic #markusgottschlich #alexiscole #theheliosorchestra #thomasjohnbern #palladium #nanettewiser #stpetecollege #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

On this episode of Big Broadway Energy, host Stephen Riordan welcomes back powerhouse artist and producer Tiffany Faykus, joined by actor Leonora Octavia Tapper, to talk about a bold, one-weekend-only Tampa Bay production of The Niceties—and the urgent conversations it sparks.Presented by Her Stories Told, The Niceties (by Eleanor Burgess) centers on a seemingly polite meeting between a white American history professor and her Black student that explodes into a fierce, funny, and deeply uncomfortable debate about race, privilege, power, and who gets to write history. What starts as an academic critique quickly unravels into something far more personal—and far more human.Stephen and his guests dig into the play’s emotional heat, the importance of civil discourse, and why empathy feels more necessary than ever. Tiffany shares how the production aligns with Her Stories Told’s mission of “engaging hearts, opening minds, one story at a time,” while Leonora talks about portraying a young woman determined to challenge the systems around her. Together, they reflect on trust, vulnerability, and the offstage friendship that fuels their onstage intensity.Directed by Andresia Mosley and performed at The Studio@620, this limited run promises a thought-provoking theatrical experience that doesn’t hand audiences easy answers—but absolutely guarantees conversation long after the curtain falls.🎟 Tickets & info: https://thestudio620.org 🌐 Her Stories Told: https://herstoriestold.com 📧 Podcast contact: [email protected]: Be kind, be curious, and keep creating. Until next time, friends.🎭 The music version of Big Broadway Energy airs Sundays at 5 PM onRadioStPete.com + Sunshine 96.7 FM in St. Petersburg, FL, with an encore the following Saturday at 4PM on St Pete Sounds found on RadioStPete.com.ABOUT STEPHEN RIORDAN Stephen Riordan is an arts professional with over 25 years of experience as an actor, director, producer, writer, host, and casting director. He has worked on both Broadway and off-Broadway productions in New York, as well as extensively throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Recently, Stephen co-founded the Dead Canary Theatre Company with two fellow artists in St. Petersburg, and DCT is now the resident company at The Studio @ 620 in Downtown St. Petersburg. Every Sunday at 5 p.m., Stephen shares his thoughts on his favorite Broadway shows, songs, and stars on "Big Broadway Energy." His podcast of the same name features theater professionals and educators who are committed to keeping the arts at the forefront of the Tampa Bay community.#BigBroadwayEnergy #StPeteTheatre #TheNiceties #SupportLocalArt #StephenRiordan #HerStoriesTold #studio@620

--Veteran sportswriter and handicapper Bob Bauer is here every week with the latest from Tampa Bay's Iconic racing venue celebrating its 100th Anniversary.-- 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 #tampabaydowns #skywayfestivalday #horseracing #thoroughbreds #bobbauer

Hosts Domenico and Saumitra sit down with Nathan Bruemmer, the City of St. Pete’s newly appointed LGBTQ+ Coordinator, for a wide-ranging conversation about inclusion, community connection, and how thoughtful city planning supports a car-free lifestyle. Nathan explains how his role bridges internal city policy and public-facing programs, helping ensure St. Pete’s 3,000+ employees and residents experience a city that’s welcoming, equitable, and accessible to all.They talk about initiatives focused on youth and families, economic empowerment, housing affordability, healthcare access, and the year-round work behind major events like Winter Pride and St. Pete Pride—one of the largest Pride celebrations in the Southeast with a major cultural and economic impact on the city.The episode also explores the story behind the now-viral rainbow bike racks at 25th Street & Central Avenue in the heart of the Grand Central District. Installed at no extra cost, the racks replace the former Pride mural with colorful, functional public art that celebrates LGBTQ+ history while encouraging biking and walkability. Saumitra shares his personal connection as one of the original mural artists, making the moment especially meaningful.Throughout the conversation, the group reflects on how visibility, public space, and transportation choices all shape a sense of belonging—and how small, creative changes can make St. Pete easier to navigate without a car and more joyful for everyone.Links & Contact City of St. Petersburg: https://www.stpete.org Connect Pinellas: https://www.connectpinellas.org Nathan Bruemmer: [email protected] #CarFreeStPete #StPetePride #BikeStPete #LGBTQCommunity

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& we’re back. This week, Will takes in-depth Sexual Harassment Training, Duke Energy told customers to cut back on energy usuage in the Tampa Bay area during a record setting cold snap. Later, Anna sees a legendary altercation at a Whole Foods and tell us about how #MeToo has reached the jiu-jitsu world involving Andre Galvao and Atos. Hear that on the Substack.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”. #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

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In this episode of Eckerd College News, WECX Station Manager & RadioStPete correspondent Maddie Merrick interviews Erin Kidder, a professor in their Animal Studies Program. Most of her research has focused on how we commodify, consume, and care for and about animals in stock shows and rodeos. She explores the interactions between the humans and the animals, including how we construct social norms that impact those interactions. She has taught Introduction to Animal Studies and Animals and Health. [email protected] INTERESTS Commodification and consumption of other animals, especially in sportsand entertainment The constructed norms that influence the human-nonhuman animalinteraction and relationship Incorporating the teaching of other animals into college course curriculum PUBLICATIONS Grauerholz, Liz, Julianne Weinzimmer, Erin N. Kidder, Nicole Owens Duffy. 2020. “Teaching about Animals: Incorporating Nonhuman Animals into Sociology Classrooms.” Teaching Sociology 48(2): 120-139. Grauerholz, Liz, Cameron T. Whitley, Erin N. Kidder, Kelley Ortiz, Kathy Shepherd Stolley. “Teaching Human Animal Studies Course: Exploring Student Characteristics Across Three Universities.” Society & Animals. Accepted and under process for publication. #eckerdcollege #maddiemerrick #erinkidder #animalstudies #animals&humans #animalstudies #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of HISTORICALLY ST. PETE, Rui Farias - the executive director of the St. Petersburg Museum of History, highlights another St. Pete leader and organization in our African American community during Black History Month. Rui welcomes Irene Johnson-Pridgen to studio to talk about her brother, Cleveland Johnson Jr., the founder of The Weekly Challenger in St. Petersburg, today still a comprehensive source of African American news in all of Tampa Bay. Learn more all year round at SPMOH's Civil Rights trolley tour events and exhibits, and on their social media.👉In 1967, The Weekly Challenger dcoumented the history of St. Petersburg's African American community. Founded by community advocate Cleveland Johnson Jr., it provided fair and affirming coverage of Black life in Pinellas County . It thrived as a folksy paper that published news that the larger daily papers ignored. The late publisher Cleveland Johnson, a native of Thomasville, Ga., started working as a salesman in the early 1950s for the Weekly Advertiser owned by M.C. Fountain. After years of working under Fountain, Johnson acquired the business in 1967, changed the name and rebranded it as a weekly newspaper catering to African-American news in the Tampa Bay area.👉During the first two decades of ownership, Johnson expanded the paper from just a few pages to 32, eight of them in color, seven with full-page advertisements. The paper closely followed events related to school desegregation, and kept up with national corporations, noting which ones would hire black employees. When Johnson died in 2001 at the age of 73, obituaries were published in newspapers as far away as Honolulu, Hawaii.👉After his death his widow, Ethel Johnson, stepped in as publisher. Now, more than a decade later, The Weekly Challenger is still the voice of the black community in Pinellas County, and after a cavalcade of general managers, Johnson’s youngest daughter, Lyn Johnson, has taken over as publisher. Since her short time at the helm, becoming manager in February of 2012, Johnson has brought readership up by focusing strictly on community news, adding national news only to the website.#historicallystepete #ruifarias #stpetersburgmuseumofhistory #spmoh #civilrightsmovement #africanamericanstpete #theweeklychallenger #Clevelandjohnsonjr. #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

Think storytelling is just for authors? Think again. In this episode, Kerry Kriseman, author of Accidental First Lady and memoir coach, shows how storytelling is a skill everyone can use—in your career, relationships, and everyday life. From the wisdom of our ancestors to the lessons in memoir writing, Kerry shares practical strategies and real-life examples to help you tell stories that connect, inspire, and leave a lasting impression.👉Learn why storytelling isn’t just about drama—it’s about emotion, conflict, and resolution. Kerry also shares personal stories from her book, including navigating public life, parenting while supporting a political career, and facing serious health challenges, showing how vulnerability and perspective create connection.👉Discover actionable ways to practice storytelling in your own life, from journaling and sharing small moments to using the Emotion-Conflict-Resolution framework. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel inspired—and equipped—to share your story, one story at a time.👉 Meet Kerry in person on Feb. 10 10am-noon at OLLI USF St. Petersburg Open House where she is the keynote speaker "The Wisdom We Carry In Our Stories."Key Takeaways Storytelling isn’t just for authors—it’s a life skill that builds connection, empathy, and influence. Use the Emotion-Conflict-Resolution framework to make every story memorable. Memoir is storytelling at its most intentional, teaching you how to craft moments that resonate deeply. Actionable tips to start practicing storytelling today: Start small: share one moment from your day. Use Emotion-Conflict-Resolution to structure stories. Observe which stories resonate with others. Keep a story journal for raw material. Practice consciously in work, family, or social settings. Resources & Links Accidental First Lady: On the Front Lines (and Behind the Scenes) of Local Politics by Kerry Kriseman Free Facebook Group: Memoir Magic for Aspiring Authors Memoir Magic Write-Ins: Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. ET via Zoom (join through the Facebook group) Want to practice your storytelling and get words on the page? Join Kerry’s free Memoir Magic Write-Ins and start crafting your story today. Every life is a story worth telling, and every story is worth telling well. #makingmemoirmagic #kerrykriseman #writingcoach #editing #memoircoach #storytelling #aspiringauthors #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of GARDENING in FLORIDA, host Nanette Wiser welcomes Robert Kluson (left) and Bill Bilodeau (right) from Sustainable Urban Agriculture Coalition (SUAC) St. Petersburg. SUAC envisions sustainable food systems in which communities operate in self-sustaining and regenerative ways to not only survive, but thrive. From Long Island Estates to 15th St. Farm, Bill is the former VP and President of SUAC whose gardening philosophy and expertise in natural regenerative gardening and landscaping and his work in our community is legendary. Robert is the new to the organization, bringing years of experience as IF/FAS agriculture and natural resources faculty and is a biological scientist with a PhD in Agroecology. A food-for-thought conversation about sustainable farming and permaculture food home gardens plus getting youth involved in farm to table now. #gardeninginflorida #suac #nanettewiser #sustainableurbanagriculture #15thstreetfarm #regenerativegardens #farmtofork #billbilodeau #robertkluson ##stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete #dtsp #downtownstpete