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State of Citrus - Loving Mangoes - and New laws go into effect

07-01-2009

Last week Florida citrus leaders gathered for the annual Citrus Conference to discuss the state of the industry. Some of the topics discussed were how to fight citrus canker and greening to the winning the battle in the supermarket isles. We'll also talk about one of the foods most available today - mangoes. And, if you're a smoker how do you feel about paying more? Plus, will you wear your seatbelt more now that it's the law?

LoggerHeads verse Fishermen and Twitter under the Sunshine Laws

06-30-2009

There's a battle brewing in the Gulf. In the end the casualties could be Loggerhead Sea Turtles or Grouper fishermen. There's currently a moratorium on long line fishing of  Grouper in the gulf. The National Marine Fisheries Service is looking into the full effects of the long lines on the Loggerheads and whether or not there is an alternative that doesn't hurt the fishermen's ability to make a living. We'll hear from the fisheries service as well as the Gulf Fishermen's Association about whether or not a compromise can be found. Also on the show we'll talk with Barbara Peterson of the First Amendment Foundation and the challenges of protecting the Florida Sunshine Laws in the world of Twitter and FaceBook.

Connect - Tending Bar

06-29-2009

In this down economy more people are turning to the service industry – specifically bartending - for a new career…“We used to see a lot of people who were taking the class for a hobby or for their own personal interest.  But now we’re seeing more of a trend toward people who are taking the classes for professional reasons and really do want to become professional bartenders and work in the industry.” Join us for a discussion about what it takes to become a bartender, and what life’s like behind the bar. We’ll also talk to Southwest Florida Addiction Services about how the down economy has turned more people to seeking comfort on the other side of the bar.

Arts Edition – The Songs of Danny Morgan & Botanical Art

06-25-2009

Danny Morgan writes, collaborates and sings songs about the people, romance, dreams, lore and the magic of Southwest Florida’s barrier islands. Though he’s opened for The Beach Boys and Air Supply, Morgan says is now committed to Sanibel and Captiva.  Plus illustrator Debra Jane Carey’s new exhibit, “The Birds, Bees, Flowers and Seeds,” at Bok Tower Gardens takes us on a journey through the world of pollinators.

Babcock Ranch update/ fear of Rabies/ State of Citrus

06-24-2009

The most recent study on wildlife in and around Babcock Ranch is finished. The researchers are now putting the data together in a report expect later in August. We'll discuss the study and the possible implications of the information collected. Also...we'll talk with someone from the Lee County Health Department about the danger of rabies. Then we'll talk about the upcoming citrus conference.

Thomas Edison / Mote and USF

06-23-2009

There’s a vision many people have of Thomas Edison…but there’s more to the man than history books ever taught us… We’ll talk with Michele Albion, author of the newest book on one of history’s greatest minds…also on the show, MOTE Marine Laboratory is teaming up with the University of South Florida…a marriage that could have lasting success.

Dangers of Heat Stroke - Keeping energy bills down

06-22-2009

Almost seven-hundred people die annually in this country from heat related illnesses. Temperatures right now are lingering in the mid -90’s. Add in the heat index and humidity and it feels closer to 110 degrees. Emergency managers have begun to issue heat advisories. What are the signs of heat stroke and how can one protect themselves if they have to be outside? We're going to talk with folks from the National Weather Service about these latest heat waves.  We'll also talk with the folks from the Lee County Health Department about the dangers of heat related illnesses. Then we'll learn some tips on making our homes more energy efficient during the summer from Florida Power and Light.

James Hixson / Peace by Piece

06-18-2009

Meet a local art teacher who’s making a name for himself with his sculptures.  (http://www.hixsonarts.com/) James Hixson’s work focuses on feminine forms he creates primarily with large pieces of driftwood.  We’ll learn more about his methods and his goals as an artist.  Plus meet several women behind what’s called “Peace by Piece” – it’s an effort to give local women artists more exposure, and to raise money for a good cause in the process.

Click on the image to the left to see a gallery of James Hixson’s sculptures.

Lee Life Skills Center/Universities handing out too many A's

06-17-2009

Florida's high school graduation rate is one of the worst in the nation. A program trying to change that is graduating more than sixty students, who either dropped out or were in danger of dropping out, this week. We're going to talk with the administrator for Lee Life Skills Center about the program working to help kids from 16 to 21 get a diploma. We'll also talk with a reporter from the News Press about a recent article that claims Florida universities are giving out too many good grades.

How to create 'A' schools/ Future of Charter Schools

06-16-2009

The Education Leadership Summit is coming to Fort Myers this week. It's a gathering of top educators from across the country. The program is hosted by the American Society for Quality. We're going to talk with Principal Don Bryant of Tropic Isles Elementary, winner of the governors Sterling Award, to discuss the summit and the success of his school. We'll also have a conversation with Republican State Representative Tom Grady from Naples about the future of charter schools.

Summer Kid Theater Camps

06-11-2009

Now that summer is here it's that time again to look for camps to send the kids off to. We're going to focus on kid's theater camps. We'llt alk with folks from the Florida Repertory Theater about some of the performance classes they offer. We'll also discuss the Triple Threat Musical Theater Program from the Alliance for the Arts. There's also another group joining us called the Creative Theater Workshop.

Teens Finding Work

06-10-2009 | Program was aired on Wed, Jun 10 2009

Many teenagers spend their summers working at part-time jobs to make a little money…but with a tough economy many of those jobs no longer exist or are filled. We’re joined by a member of the Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board to learn about a program to help people between the ages of 14 and 18 find work in places usually out of their reach. We'll also talk about the job market for those just out of college with Alison Flick from FGCU's career development center.  Plus, imagine sitting by your phone for three days waiting for a professional baseball team to call you up for a chance as a big league player. We talked to Tyler Bighames of Estero High about his experience in the 2009 draft.

Egypt/Sarasota Sea Grass

06-09-2009

Edison State College professor Adrian Kerr just returned from Egypt.  He was one of a small group of people with a rare chance to enter one of the largest pyramids in Cairo. Kerr will join us in studio to discuss the arduous task of getting into the pyramid. And we’ll discuss his latest book “Ancient Egypt and Us” that describes how we still use many ancient Egyptian technologies and ideas in our everyday lives.  Also…sea grass is on the comeback in Sarasota Bay…scientists say they’ve achieved something many considered impossible.

Connect - Derby Girls / Local Scuba Diving

06-08-2009

In case you hadn’t heard…Roller Derby is making a comeback, right here in Southwest Florida.  We’re joined by several members of the Fort Myers-based Palm City Punishers.  And then we’ll shift gears and find out about some great local scuba diving opportunities.  We’re joined by a long-time diver, as well as someone from Lee County’s Artificial Reef Program.

Arts Edition - Frank Corso

06-04-2009

Frank Corso splits his talents between painting and blues guitar and his time between Nantucket and Naples. He’s an American impressionist painter known for light-filled landscapes of Martha's Vineyard and Cape Ann. His paintings are sought by collectors and hang in private and corporate institutions around the world including the Ritz Carlton Naples and Georgia Sea Island. He’s also an inventor who builds his own guitars and loves to tinker with fancy cars. The art and music of Frank Corso. 

Plus the Lemon Bay High School theatre troupe in Englewood is named as one of seven to perform at the International Thespian Festival this month. We’ll find out what it took to get to this point and what it will take to get to the performance.

Hurricane Season 2009

06-03-2009

The 2009 Hurricane season is upon us and experts are calling for a busy season once again. We'll discuss the forecast for this year with National Hurricane Center Director Bill Read. We'll also discuss preparedness...according a recent Mason-Dixon poll most people living along the coasts are not prepared for the next storm. We'll talk with Ray Stone of Travelers about having a plan and knowing exactly what's in your homeowners insurance policy. Then we'll continue on the theme of coastal living with Abby Sallenger, author of the book "Island in a Storm."

The Rise of Political Independence

05-29-2009

According to a recent Pew Research Center poll the number of people in the U-S that consider themselves political Independents has reached a 70 year high.  We’re joined by a Florida Gulf Coast University political science professor, but mostly want to hear from you.  Has your political perspective shifted in recent years?  If so, why…and in which direction? 

Connect - Footsteps to the Future / Art in Healing

05-29-2009

We’re joined by the founder of a local non-profit called Footsteps to the Future.  Its goal is to help former foster youth – mostly young women – transition to healthy and productive lives of their own.  We’ll also learn more about how the arts contribute to health and recovery.  We’re joined by someone from the Art in Healing program at NCH Healthcare in Naples.

Arts Edition – Dust Congress

05-28-2009

We’re joined by members of the band Dust Congress out of Denton, Texas. They’re touring the Southeast right now…and it’s a homecoming for the band’s founder, Nick Foreman, who grew up in Southwest Florida. They’ll perform for us live in studio. As well as play a few tracks of their new CD called “Regurgitate Sunshine State”. http://www.myspace.com/dustcongress

Guardian ad Litem

05-27-2009

There are tens of thousands of children in Florida that are living in abusive homes or with parents that neglect them. That's where Guardian ad Litem comes into the picture. This is a network of groups representing the different judicial circuits of Florida. There's also a program in Collier County called Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida trying to recruit more volunteers for the Guardians. We'll learn more about becoming a volunteer as well as hear from those who are volunteering now.



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