Tampa Bay Podcast Archive

Mindi Abair, who performs tonight at the Capitol Theatre, is a native of St. Petersburg. Publicity photo. One of only a handful of million-selling saxophone players who happen to be women, Mindi Abair is known for her bone-shaking, roots-rattling approach to jazz, giving it a tough, visceral edge – where few sax artists have dared to tread. She is truly one of a kind. Abair is our guest on today’s edition of the Arts Alive! podcast. It’s one of our occasional video interviews, done via Zoom, because the Grammy-nominated musician is perennially on the road. She and her band have been in Florida all week – she recorded this Zoom interview from her Jacksonville hotel. Abair’s relationship with the Tampa Bay area goes back a ways – she was actually born and raised in St. Petersburg, but spent years traveling with her musician father for gig to gig. She started playing saxophone while attending Northside Christian School, and was drum major during her junior and senior years. She graduated in 1987. Then came the jazz program at the University of North Florida, then the Berklee School of Music. Abair next journey to Los Angeles, where she became a session player, and the touring saxwoman for the Backstreet Boys, Aerosmith and many others, before launching her solo career. All of which brings us to tonight’s performance, a Christmas show with Abair and her band, at the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater. #mindiabair #stpetecatalyst #billdeyoung #artsalive #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

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12/20/2024 Holiday fun, concerts, festivals, nightlife, markets, authors, theater, arts and culture and more. This is YOUR curated guide to entertainment and events from St. Pete to the beaches and beyond. #weekendwithwiser #nanettewiser

Nanette Wiser met Suzanne Elizabeth Murphy through her book designer, Pamela Joy Trow. Mirabelle and the Sea Green Bathtub is both written and illustrated by Suzanne, who is a fine artist and author. What started as an idea many years ago while scuba diving, Suzanne's book project was just awarded Creative Pinellas 2024-2025 Artist Grant. It is a magical, lyrical exploration underwater with Mirabelle who meets denizens of the deep, discovers the importance of coral and helps children (and adults) understand why are oceans matter and how to help conserve them. A Kansas City native, she took classes at the Kansas City Art Institute and worked as a fashion illustrator. She moved to New York City in 1976 where she studied theatrical costume, set and lighting at the Polakov Studio and Forum of Stage Design. Suzanne and her husband spent the next 11 years in Colorado, building and living in a 2500 sq. ft. strawbale house. There, Suzanne first began to paint on canvas. In 2007, Suzanne turned her artist’s eye to the riches of Florida. She now paints and exhibits at Open Sky Studio & Gallery which she founded in 2008 on the Gulf Coast. Until 2020, she taught painting classes and served on her town’s Public Art Committee, acquiring art to place outdoors. Her favorite art installation was a 6’4” bronze mermaid with a tail and legs that graces the banks of a bayou in a local historic park. Her most important project for the last two years has been her full color children’s book, Mirabelle and the Sea Green Bathtub, which she has authored and illustrated with her paintings on canvas. Deeply moved by her experiences as a scuba diver, she has seen for herself the fragile beauty of the coral reef below. Born under the water sign of Pisces, meaning “fish”, Suzanne now lives in her small town of Tarpon Springs, known for its Greek sponge divers and fishermen and where water as bayou, river, lake and gulf is everywhere. www.suzanneelizabethmurphy.com. Her children’s book may be purchased at seagreenbathtub.com or from Suzanne at her studio and gallery, 907 Klosterman Road East, Tarpon Springs, Florida. #Open Sky Studio & Gallery #suzanneelizabethmurphy #oceanadventures #book #children'sbook #coralreefs #oceansustainability #marinelife #artist #pamelajoytrow #nanettewiser #saveourcoralreefs #creativepinellas #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

St. Petersburg's Innovation District (SPID) executive director Alison Barlow and news director Nanette Wiser caught up on all the news, awards, grants and plans for two winter 2025 much anticipated events: (1) State of Science and Innovation 2025 5-7:30 pm and (2) The St. Pete Science Fest and Marine Quest expo at USF St. Pete 2/7 (students) and 2/8 public. https://stpetescifest.org/ We talked about USF and partners launching an innovative accelerator program to grow the marine economy, introducing students to STEAM opportunities and tours of SPID, their Morning Sparks Innovation Exchange talks on AI, the future of air mobility, urban futures and the many tenants of the Innovation District, including Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Dali, The Poynter Institute and marine science and research companies. The St. Pete Innovation District (SPID) was established as a public-private partnership in 2016. Today, membership exceeds 50 organizations within the Life Science, Marine Science, and Technology sectors, as well as those focused on Entrepreneurship and Education. Many of these institutions are within a designated boundary of the District, while others are engaged from throughout the region and nation. https://www.stpeteinnovationdistrict.com/ DECEMBER NEWS: Researchers studying the deep sea have access to a powerful new tool with the acquisition of a sophisticated, remotely operated vehicle (ROV) by USF's Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO). Named Taurus, the ROV can reach depths of up to 2.5 miles, allowing for exploration of some of the most remote areas of the ocean and the potential discovery of new species. The vehicle can also capture and livestream 4k imagery, expanding educational opportunities and appreciation for the underwater environment. USF is the only university in the continental United States to own an ROV with such advanced capabilities, positioning it at the forefront of oceanographic research. The ROV Taurus is being used in several different ways, from conducting new research in deep-sea environments to programs that train the next generation of marine scientists to public education initiatives. #innovationdistrict #steam #stem #marinescience #noaa #research #lifescience #marinescience #technology #entrepreneurship #alisonbarlow #nanettewiser #downtownstpete #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

Green Light Cinema's Mike Hazlett and news director Nanette Wiser wrapped up the 2024 film season with a look at what and who is buzzworthy for Golden Globes and Oscars. Many of these films have shown or will show at Green Light Cinema in December and 2025 including FLOW and OH, CANADA. https://greenlightstpete.com/ #greenlightcinema #films #oscars #goldenglobes #mikehazlett #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #downtownstpete #indiefilms #cultfilms

E2: Let it snow...somewhere else! In this episode of Real Florida, book author/journalist Jeff Klinkenberg talks about winter in Florida and our unique traditions - citrus farms, decorating palm trees, stone crab with mustard sauce Christmas Eve and more in celebration of the winter solstice! Jeff Klinkenberg writes about Florida culture and is the author of multiple books, some available locally at Tombolo and online https://bit.ly/3ZRFkiZ on topics ranging from alligators to shark attacks as well as legendary and interesting Floridians and Old Florida. In 2018, Jeff won the Florida Humanities Council's Lifetime Achievement for Writing Award. He has been a writer-in-residence for the University of South Florida’s Florida Studies program and currently is teaching a memoir class in North Carolina, splitting his time between St. Pete and the mountains. Jeff grew up in Miami and began exploring the Florida Keys and the Everglades as a child. He started working at The Miami News when he was 16. In 2007 and 2009, the American Association of Sunday Features Editors selected a body of his work as the best in the nation. He is the only two-time winner of the Paul Hansell Distinguished Journalism Award, the highest honor in state journalism, given annually to the writer with the best body of work by the Florida Society of Newspaper Editors. He has been nominated for a Pulitzer on many occasions. He has written for Esquire, Outside, Travel and Leisure and Audubon magazines. #realflorida #jeffklinkenberg #author #florida #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #winterinflorida #stonecrab #citrus

In this episode of Historically St. Pete, St. Petersburg Museum of History executive director talks with restauranteur and native St. Pete hospitality guru Ryan Griffin. He and partner Blake Thompson are the brains behind Mandarin Hide, Trophy Fish and are opening Perry's Porch in January in the St. Petersburg Museum of History with outdoor and indoor dining, picnics to go, a fabulous menu and specialty cocktail list named after historical figures and a relaxed, old Florida feel. Here you can immerse yourself in the rich history of St. Pete at Perry's Porch, a coastal eatery located on the St. Pete Pier. Named after Perry Snell, a prominent developer in the early days of St. Pete, our restaurant pays homage to his architectural influence and style that is woven into the fabric of the city. Nestled at the entrance to the St. Pete Pier, Perry's Porch offers stunning park and waterfront views from our wraparound porch. "We want to preserve the nostalgia and history of St. Pete," says Griffin, whose hospitality group also bought the legendary El Cap, founded in 1962. Learn more: PerrysPorch.com Rui Farias is the Executive Director of the St. Petersburg Museum of History, which has been sharing the stories of the Sunshine City for 102 years. In his podcast he and guests explore the truths, possibly the myths of the people and events that created the Sunshine City. Tune-in weekly to Radio St. Pete.com for Farias' fascinating podcast and stop by the St. Petersburg Museum of History on your next visit to the St. Pete Pier and explore the rich and unique history of the Sunshine City. From exhibits to historic trolley and boat tours, happy hour with historian lectures and a new restaurant this fall, visit https://spmoh.com/ EVENTS https://spmoh.com/events/ RUI FARIAS PODCASTS https://audioboom.com/search/posts?q=%23ruifarias #history #ruifarias #stpetersburgmuseumofhistory #HISTORYicallystpete #sunshinecity #floridahistory #stpetersburghistory #tampabay #radio #stpete #radiostpete #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #downtownstpete #perrysporch #pierrestaurant #dining

Episode 183: Florida Is Not For Sissies, Beautiful Danger, and Loving Florida Hosts Cathy Salustri and Rick Kilby talk with author Kimball Love about her new book, Florida Is Not For Sissies. Florida is Not for Sissies Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter, and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com. Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com. #floridaspectacular #travelflorida #floridavacation #rickkilby #stpete #stpetefl #floridacrackerculture #floridacowboys #floridaspectacular #cathysalustri #rickkilby #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #kimballlove #floridaisnotforsissies

In this episode of Pet Tips with Dr. Stacy Nelson, learn about the dangers of holiday plants and flowers for your pets. Dr. Stacy Nelson, DVM, MBA Medical Director at Veterinary Emergency Group is the host of PET TIPS, delivering important information for caring pet owners. https://www.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/locations/st-petersburg-fl #VEG #veterninaryemergencygroupgroup #drstacynelson #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #petsafety #petcare #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #petplantdangers

Glen Phillips on the Soundtrack of a Purposeful Life In this captivating episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles sits down with the incredibly talented Glen Phillips, the frontman of Toad the Wet Sprocket and a remarkable solo artist. With a career spanning over three decades, Glen shares his profound insights on creativity, resilience, and the emotional journey of navigating life’s challenges. From his early days as a musician to the life-altering accident that threatened his ability to play, Glen’s story is one of vulnerability and transformation. Join us as we explore the soundtrack of a purposeful life, delving into the themes of loss, renewal, and the power of intentionality that resonate deeply within his music and personal experiences. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to his work, this conversation promises to inspire and uplift as we uncover the wisdom behind Glen’s artistry and the lessons he’s learned along the way. 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. John Miles, author of Passion Struck and a motivational speaker, appears on Radiostpete.com every Thursday at 6pm. Passion Struck, has been recognized as a winner in the 21st annual "Best Book" Awards sponsored by the American Book Fest in three categories: Business: Motivational, Nonfiction: General, Young Adult: Nonfiction More Passion Struck Episodes here: https://audioboom.com/channels/1842136-tampa-bay-podcast-archive?search=%23passionstruck #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #glennphillips #musician #toadthewetsprocket

Heather Moyse on How to Create a Gold Medal Mindset In this inspiring episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes Heather Moyse, a four-time Olympian, World Rugby Hall of Fame inductee, and two-time Olympic gold medalist, who is widely regarded as Canada’s best-ever all-around female athlete. Heather shares her remarkable journey from a conventional path in occupational therapy to the exhilarating world of bobsledding, where she defied expectations and achieved greatness. In our conversation, we delve into the powerful mindset shifts that propelled her to success, including insights from her book, Redefining Realistic: Shift Your Perspective. Seize Your Potential. Own Your Story. Heather emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions—shifting from “Can I?” to “How can I?”—to unlock our true potential. Join us as we explore the themes of resilience, self-belief, and the transformative power of embracing challenges. 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. John Miles, author of Passion Struck and a motivational speaker, appears on Radiostpete.com every Thursday at 6pm. Passion Struck, has been recognized as a winner in the 21st annual "Best Book" Awards sponsored by the American Book Fest in three categories: Business: Motivational, Nonfiction: General, Young Adult: Nonfiction More Passion Struck Episodes here: https://audioboom.com/channels/1842136-tampa-bay-podcast-archive?search=%23passionstruck #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #heathermoyse #olympian #athlete #goldmedalmindset

Codie Sanchez on How to Gain Financial Freedom - In this episode of Passion Struck, we are thrilled to welcome Codie Sanchez, a former Wall Street investor turned small business expert, who is on a mission to empower individuals on how to gain financial freedom. Codie shares insights from her groundbreaking book, Main Street Millionaire: How to Make Extraordinary Wealth Buying Ordinary Businesses, which reveals unconventional strategies for building wealth through small, often overlooked businesses. Join us as we explore Codie’s unique approach to investing in what she calls “sweaty and boring” industries, and learn how you can break free from the corporate grind to create a life of meaning and financial independence. 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. John Miles, author of Passion Struck and a motivational speaker, appears on Radiostpete.com every Thursday at 6pm. Passion Struck, has been recognized as a winner in the 21st annual "Best Book" Awards sponsored by the American Book Fest in three categories: Business: Motivational, Nonfiction: General, Young Adult: Nonfiction More Passion Struck Episodes here: https://audioboom.com/channels/1842136-tampa-bay-podcast-archive?search=%23passionstruck #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #codiesanchez #financial freedom

Dr. Josh Axe on How to Overcome False Narratives In this compelling episode of the Passion Struck podcast, host John R. Miles engages in a transformative conversation with Dr. Josh Axe, a celebrated entrepreneur, NY Times bestselling author, and health and wellness expert. Drawing on insights from his groundbreaking book Think This, Not That, Dr. Axe reveals powerful strategies for breaking free from the false narratives that hold us back and replacing them with empowering, action-oriented mindsets. 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. John Miles, author of Passion Struck and a motivational speaker, appears on Radiostpete.com every Thursday at 6pm. Passion Struck, has been recognized as a winner in the 21st annual "Best Book" Awards sponsored by the American Book Fest in three categories: Business: Motivational, Nonfiction: General, Young Adult: Nonfiction More Passion Struck Episodes here: https://audioboom.com/channels/1842136-tampa-bay-podcast-archive?search=%23passionstruck #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #drjoshaxe #thinkthisnotthat #falsenarratives #empoweringmindsets

Kim Scott on How to Foster Honest Feedback and Build Trust In this episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with Kim Scott, author of Radical Candor and Radical Respect, to explore the essential elements of fostering honest feedback and building trust in both workplaces and personal relationships. Kim shares the transformative power of “caring personally” while “challenging directly,” a foundational principle of her groundbreaking approach to communication. Whether you’re a leader aiming to inspire your team, or someone seeking to improve communication in your daily life, this episode provides a wealth of insights and tools to create more honest, trusting, and respectful relationships. 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. John Miles, author of Passion Struck and a motivational speaker, appears on Radiostpete.com every Thursday at 6pm. Passion Struck, has been recognized as a winner in the 21st annual "Best Book" Awards sponsored by the American Book Fest in three categories: Business: Motivational, Nonfiction: General, Young Adult: Nonfiction More Passion Struck Episodes here: https://audioboom.com/channels/1842136-tampa-bay-podcast-archive?search=%23passionstruck #johnrmiles #passionstruck #livelifebetter #author #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #radicalchange #kimscott #buildingtrust #honestfeedback

Meghan Alfaro, a native of St. Petersburg, is a graduate of St. Petersburg College and Florida State University. She has been a public school music educator in Pinellas County for the past 24 years, teaching elementary music at San Jose Elementary in Dunedin, and Lakewood and Northwest Elementary in St. Petersburg. Currently she serves as the Pinellas County Schools K-12 Performing Arts Instructional Staff Developer, where she provides professional learning and coaching for all K-12 Performing Arts teachers, as well as manages the Performing Arts Cadre, a training and mentoring program for teachers in years 1-3 of their careers. She is currently working toward her Master’s in Educational Leadership at Florida Gulfcoast University. Meghan is a soprano and has sung with many local arts organizations, including Florida Pro Musica Early Music Ensemble and the St. Pete Opera , having performed in the chorus in several SPO productions as well as Opera Idol. She is still actively performing in the Tampa Bay Area at various churches as a guest vocalist. Meghan has been a clinician for the Pinellas County Schools All-County Elementary Choir and was previously the Artistic Director for the Tampa Bay Children’s Chorus, now Lumina Youth Choirs. Under her direction the chorus performed at the University of Wisconsin, Doreen Rao’s Choral Music Experience in Chicago, IL, and at Carnegie Hall. Meghan is a sought-after clinician, having presented on the topic of music education at local, state, and national conferences. This spring, she and others on her team will be the Keynote speakers at the National Association for Music Education Program Leaders Forum in Hartford, CT. Meghan is a passionate arts advocate and has a heart for service. She has served on the board of both local and state music education organizations, including as an All-County coordinator, past president of the Pinellas County Music Educators Association where she led the organization through the challenges of Covid, and is currently the president-elect of the Florida Elementary Music Educators Association. She also serves on the board of Arts for a Complete Education (ACE), an affiliate of the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance. ACE works to advocate for arts in schools at the local and state level. #ArtsforaCompleteEducation #ACE #PinellasCountyMusicEducators #FloridaElementaryMusicEducatorsAssociation #StPeteOpera #PinellasCountySchools K-12PerformingArts #stephenriordan #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete Find more from Stephen here: https://audioboom.com/channels/1842136-tampa-bay-podcast-archive?search=stephen+riordan

In this episode of GOOD DEEDS, host Nanette Wiser talks with Feeding Tampa Bay's Lorena Rivas Hardwick, Chief External Affairs Officer about their expanding programs that help with food, healthcare and more. Local nonprofits Feeding Tampa Bay and The Skills Center were recently awarded $200,000 each for their work to provide life-changing resources to vulnerable communities across Tampa Bay from the Bank of America's Neighborhood Builders program, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Since 2005, the program has awarded 51 nonprofits in Tampa Bay for a total of $10 million invested. Learn more: FeedingTampaBay.org About Lorena Rivas Hardwick: A 30-year resident of Tampa Bay, Hardwick has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a Master of Arts in Organizational Management. In the last 20 plus years she has worked in both the nonprofit and government sectors. At Feeding Tampa Bay, Lorena leads advocacy efforts as well as overall government relations for the organization and her department oversees media/public relations. Prior to Feeding Tampa Bay, she spent time in both the healthcare and transit policy space after 15 years with the City of Tampa where she served under three mayors in various roles. In addition, Lorena has a passion for volunteer work as she started her career managing a volunteer program for United Way that allowed her to interface with agencies and clients on a daily basis. #bankofamerica #bankofamericaneighborhoodbuilders #philanthropy #good deeds #nanettewiser #lorenarivashardwick #foodbanks #foodinsecurity #feedingtampabay #feedingchildren #healthcare #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

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