Correspondent Jules Warren previews the Martin Luther King celebrations in advance of his January 19th birthday. The St. Petersburg MLK parade is January 19. Learn more here.

#martinlutherkingjr #mlkparade #mlkcelebration #juleswarren #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete 

 In this episode, Jules Warren talks with Nancy Lee Gulbrandsen, a published author and humorist whose mission is to entertain, educate, and empower women. Explore her hilarious dating tips and red flag guys - Narcissistic Nick, Love Bomb Louie, and Breadcrumb Brad, all gleaned from  Nancy's tales from the online dating trenches. Learn how  you can be a more savvy swiper when looking for love in the online dating world. 
Her satirical dating guide, Swipe Left: The Savvy Woman's Guide to Decoding Men's Dating Profiles, was inspired by her personal real-llife dating debacles.  A Florida resident, Ms. Gulbrandsen is al...

In this episode of Pet Tips, host Nanette Wiser explores a recent research study on personality traits of dog lovers vs. cat lovers. You know who you are!

#pettips #nanettewiser #personalitytraits #catlovers #doglovers #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

#markoradioshow1 #happyhour #happyhourshow #jungleprada #stpete #Stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Wiser chats with author and motivational speaker Tessa Greenspan about the importance of mentors, mentoring and resilience. Her advice? "Failure is not an option."  Greenspan is a contributing author alongside 35 incredible women in the anthology **“It's About TIME: Pivotal Moments. Powerful Voices. Unforgettable Truths,”** produced by  Kelley Lamm - Montgomery. This anthology features transformational stories from dynamic women who share the pivotal moments that have forever changed their lives. With narratives that range from hilariously funny to heartbreakingly poignant, each story invites you to embark on a journey of courage, resili...

In this episode of Historically St. Pete, Rui Farias, executive director of the St. Petersburg Museum of History, gives us a snapshot of the life and times of A. T. Blocker. The Blocker Mansion was built at the turn of the 20th century for A.T. Blocker, who was Mayor of St. Pete in 1910. Blocker was a big proponent of waterfront parks during his time as head of the city. The property was also home to the St. Pete Shrine Club when the organization bought it in 1926, and became their clubhouse. After that it was a nursing home, a dance...

In this edition of the Soundscapes podcast, host Domenico chats with licensed therapist and certified sex therapist Heather about the role instrumental music plays in sleep, self-soothing, and emotional connection. They discuss how music can be a tool for rest, healing, and intimacy—plus what tunes to queue up when you're winding down (or turning up the heat).

Catch Heather and Domenico co-hosting a special episode of Soundscapes Monday at 10PM on RadioStPete.com and Sunshine 96.7 FM.

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About Heather Shannon

Heather is St Pete based mental health counselor and the ho...

Artist and musician June Bunch previews this winter's upcoming exhibitions and events at Morean Arts Center.  Winter Classes    February Art Camp   Glass Blowing Experience
2/14 Artist Jennifer Schumacher Waller uses clay to record moments in-between fixed states. Her upcoming exhibition, In Between, highlights those liminal places, opening Saturday, February 14, with a reception from 5-9pm at the Morean Center for Clay.
Viewers are invited to witness a series where meaning wavers and blurs, and certainty dissolves. 
👉The exhibition is free and open to the public from Wednesday to Saturday,10am-5pm, on view February 14 through April 4. The Morean Ce...

(1/9/2026) Happy New Year, it's time to look forward to January and February (Localtopia Feb. 14), this weekend's art markets in Dunedin and Corey Avenue, Tampa's kick off the the Ringling Circus national tour, concerts at The Mahaffey, RKE, Jan. 8 tribute to Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli at  The Palladium  and The Florida Orchestra; plus Green Light Cinema's Resurrection and upcoming homage to Rob Reiner's films. 
👉 Tune in to the Florida Folk Show 10-noon Saturday on Facebook Live or 🌻 What's Happening on RadioStPete.com and around town!     https://bit.ly/3IU5tYx
🎶 Let’s Go Guide    https://bit.ly/3UP2oM3 curates the bes...

In the Arts Alive! studio today with St. Pete Catalyst's Bill DeYoung are Anthony Gervais and Troy Padraic Brooks, names and faces that will be familiar to fans of live professional theater on both sides of the bay.  Only Brooks has been on the podcast before, talking about a production in which he was co-starring in early 2025. 

Gervais, who’s also an actor, is directing Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries this weekend and next at the Off-Central in St. Petersburg.  The show, which stars Brooks and Sarah Beth Saho, chronicles a friendship over the course of 30 years...

RadioStPete.com President Joe Bourdow reported live from the St. Petersburg Science Center Groundbreaking ceremony today, 1/9/2026,  marking the revitalization of the St. Petersburg Science Center, a long-dormant civic landmark set to become a hub for education, innovation, and community engagement. Speakers including Former Governor Charlie Crist, Mayor Ken Welch - City of St. Petersburg, State Senator Darryl Rouson, State Rep. Linda Chaney, State Rep. Berny Jacques,  Councilman Copley Gerdes - City of St. Petersburg Robert Blackmon, project originator and additional community and project partners
WHY IT MATTERS The groundbreaking represents the culmination of years of collaboration across federal, state...

Welcome to Episode 13 of THE CLASSICAL SCENE with Dr. Victor Minke Huls, Associate Principal Cellist of The Florida Orchestra, with special guest Brendon Sill. 
Brendon Sill is the current acting principal bassoon of the Florida Orchestra, and is an alumnus of the New World Symphony, the Cleveland Institute of Music, and the University of South Florida. In this episode, Victor and Brendon discuss several of their upcoming concerts at The Florida Orchestra, focusing on Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloe. They play several examples, and have a great time talking about music! 
👉Check out our weekly concerts at https...

Welcome to E16 of The Link is What You Think podcast with noted author, speaker and broadcast personality Dr. Michael Mantell. His daily 5 tips for living well appears on his social media and in his book, The Link Is What You Think as well as weekly Wednesday broadcast here. He is also the author of three other books including the bestseller Don't Sweat the Small Stuff...P.S. It's all small stuff!
TUNE IN TO YOUR WEEKLY WELLNESS MANTRA  His social media and weekly radio show deliver useful tips and new ways of approaching key emotional health issues. W...

In this episode of Music Scene, host Nanette Wiser discovers a musical gem, the Pinellas Park Orchestra. The community band features 60 local musicians who gather Mondays at 7pm to rehearse. They will perform at The Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center January 15 at 7:30pm or January 18 at 3pm.  We chatted with conductor and artistic director Dr. Martin H. Seggelke.  With support from the City of Pinellas Park, the orchestra performs concerts, October through April, at the Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center. Want to join the orchestra? They are always looking for new musical talent;  individuals are invited to apply on the...

In this episode of FEEDING TAMPA BAY, tv star Ty Pennington talks about pet hunger. 
Many of you know Ty Pennington from shows like Extreme Makeover: Home Edition — but did you know that he cares just as much about taking care of our furry friends as he does about our families? That's why he partners with PetSmart Charities to ensure that our four-legged family members always have enough food to eat, too. Tune in to hear about his philosophy of what makes a home special, including the pitter patter of paws up and down the hallways.
Follow @FeedingTampaBay on...

READ ON! Book + Bottle's Dominic C. Howarth on books for reinventing the new you + local authors, best bets from fantasy to romance.
Blogs https://www.bookandbottlestpete.com/blog

#nanettewiser #dominichowarth #book+bottle #booksselfhelp #romance #fantasy #localauthors

In this episode of MUSIC SCENE, host Nanette Wiser pays homage with guest and musician/singer Fiona Frensche to Brigitte Bardot, the film siren, singer and animal rights activist who died December 28, 2025. Brigitte Anne-Marie Bardot was a French actress, singer, model, and animal rights activist. A symbol of the sexual revolution, she became an international sex symbol in the 1950s and 60s. Bardot was known for her overt sexuality and roles associated with hedonism, breaking taboos against nudity in films like And God Created Woman. She retired from acting in 1973 to devote herself to animal rights, establishing the Foundation...

In this episode of WORK is THIRD, host Dawn Hunter talks with Dr. Hillary Van Dyke on "One Thing a Day: Boundaries, Balance, and Black Joy." Hillary Van Dyke wears many hats—professor, filmmaker, nonprofit leader, and podcast host—but her story is ultimately one of intentional living. In this episode, we talk about the power of place-based education, the emotional weight of over-commitment, and how she's learning to reclaim time, joy, and energy as she enters her 40s.
🔔 Dawn Hunter, JD, MPH is a speaker, trainer, and culture strategist who blends law, leadership, and wellbeing to create healthie...

Whey Your Brain Is Wired for Us vs Them Psychology: How to Rewire It for Belonging

Big Broadway Energy kicks off the new year  as host Stephen Riordan welcomes guests Avery Anderson and Samantha Martí-Parisi for a conversation about storytelling, identity, and the power of intimate theatre.
Recorded in December and airing in January, this episode reflects on the Tampa Bay arts scene while looking boldly ahead to 2026 with fresh perspectives. Those perspectives are embodied by Anderson—arts strategist, journalist, and co-founder of the nonprofit Story Keepers—and Martí-Parisi, the  performer starring in Story Keepers’ Florida premiere of Pink Unicorn.

Story Keepers is not a traditional theatre company, but a storytelling initiative...

"Skyway Festival Day" this Saturday January 10th.  Three big stakes races. Gates open at 11am. 
--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

#indie #indiemusic #indieshows #indiecircuit #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

Seen here: The Soreno Hotel, which opened in 1924 - one of the many hotels in St. Pete during the tourism boom thriving in 1926. 

#markoradioshow1 #happyhour #jungleprada #stpete #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #talkshow

In this episode of Music Scene, host Nanette Wiser talks to Sounds of Healing podcast host Alvinette Downing, President of the non-profit Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association about the huge news - AL Downing  will be inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame 2025 along with Jim Morrison, Ray Charles, Burt Reynolds, Zora Neale Hurston, Tennessee Williams, Ernest Hemingway and others - 50 total. Al Downing  was an influential jazz musician, educator and civic leader. His eloquent daughter Alvinette recalls his rich life and legacy of her dad and mom Bunny.   
👉Learn more about the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in...

In this episode of HIDDEN GEMS, host Kerry O'Reilly (Tampa Bay Times ) takes us on a tour of Downtown St. Pete and St. Pete Beach. Where else can you find the largest collection of Salvador Dalí’s works outside Spain, Michelin-rated restaurants, bustling microbreweries, art galleries, live music venues, and a family-friendly children’s museum—just minutes from award-winning beaches? The answer: St. Pete and St. Pete Beach. Tampa Bay Times Food and Dining Critic Helen Freund and local influencer Kathy Fortner share their favorite restaurants, hidden gems, and experiences for every generation. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, foodie, or beach...

Eckerd College correspondent Maddie Merrick reports on the Jan. 2 merger of two great pet rescue non-profit organizations - The Humane Society of Tampa Bay and Humane Society of Pinellas County that was announced Dec. 17, 2025.
👉The two longstanding organizations are merging, formally uniting their missions, teams, and resources to create a more compassionate and sustainable future for animals and families throughout Tampa Bay; becoming The Humane Society of Tampa Bay: Hillsborough Campus and Pinellas Campus effective January 2nd, 2026.  The merger comes after years of collaboration, shared values, and a joint commitment to building a more humane community. By bringing their stre...

(1/2/2026) Happy New Year, it's time to look forward to January and February (Localtopia Feb. 14), this weekend's art markets in Dunedin and Corey Avenue, Tampa's kick off the the Ringling Circus national tour, concerts at The Mahaffey, RKE, Jan. 8 tribute to Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli at  The Palladium  and The Florida Orchestra; plus Green Light Cinema's Resurrection and upcoming homage to Rob Reiner's films. 
👉 Tune in to the Florida Folk Show 10-noon Saturday on Facebook Live or 🌻 What's Happening on RadioStPete.com and around town!    https://bit.ly/3IU5tYx
🎶 Let’s Go Guide   https://bit.ly/3UP2oM3 curates the be...

Florida's new laws take effect today, addressing everything from pet insurance to health insurance. Learn more here.

#florida2026laws #nanettewiser #newsyoucanuse

#nanettewiser #newyeartraditions #luckyfoods #luckycolors #2026

For the first Arts Alive! podcast of 2026, four guests join St. Pete Catalyst's Bill DeYoung. That’s a record – and since they couldn’t all be in the studio at the same time (not enough microphones!), we conducted the interview via Zoom.  They are dancers and choreographers with projectALCHEMY, the St. Petersburg-based nonprofit dance incubator and studio. Samantha Kedziora, Talia Demps, Esophia Higgins-Wilkins and Kirsten Standridge will be part of MIXED: Across St. Pete, a series of pop-up dance performances in public areas around the city Jan. 4-9.
The seven neighborhoods on the visit list are Roser Park, Historic Kenwood...

Clown Is Not a Bad Word, Florida Circus History, and Showmen 

Explore sustainable gardening and landscaping in Pinellas County with Planting Pinellas! This podcast, produced by UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County and Master Gardener Volunteers, shares expert tips, local insights, and practical advice to help you grow a greener, more sustainable landscape. Your hosts for Planting Pinellas are Alan Shapiro, Master Gardener Volunteer and Charlotte Vaughn, Master Gardener Volunteer. Alan Shapiro, a Pinellas County Extension Master Gardener, has nurtured a lifelong love of gardening. As the co-host of the Planting Pinellas podcast, Alan blends passion, education, and expertise to spotlight the distinctive challenges and rewards of gardening in Tampa Bay’s su...

In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Wiser looks at research and tips from experts on how you can simplify and achieve your 2026 goals. It's not about the outcome, it's about visualizing the good habits and discovering the joy in making changes. 

#livelifebetter #newyearresolutions #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

News director and Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser celebrates lives well-lived and honors those icons who passed in 2025, never to be forgotten including local wrestling and entertainment legend Hulk Hogan and my heroine, Diane Keaton.

#2025iconsfarewell #hulkhogan #dianekeaton #nanettewiser #2025 remembered
#stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete #science #business #music #entertainment #film #leaders

In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles talks with Henna Pryor on how to get good at being awkward. What if the moments you’ve spent your whole life trying to hide… were actually the moments that make you stronger? In this conversation, Henna Pryor shares why our awkwardness is not a weakness to fix but a powerful signal that we’re stretching, growing, and showing up bravely. We talk about social muscle atrophy, hybrid work, why asking for help feels terrifying, and how Good Awkward turns everyday discomfort into confidence and psychological safety. If you’ve ever fel...

In this episode of Films w/Mike Hazlett, Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser and Mike look  ahead to Green Light Cinema's Florida-centric films (The Paper Bear), potential Oscar nominees, Sundance Film Festival winners and more, plus their Book + Bottle movie/book talks, Rocky Horror Picture Show monthly event, Station 12 Studio's Winter classes including one with Uta Hagen at Hazlett's new Green Light Lounge + Kitchen next door) and film pop up collaborations at Webb City, Tampa and with various film clubs and fans. We also pay homage to Rob Reinter and Brigitte Bardot, and Green Light will be part of a T...

In this episode of WORK is THIRD, host Dawn Hunter talks with Dr. Brittany Peters.
👉What happens when we stop pouring all our energy into work — and start giving that same care to our own mind and body? In this powerful episode, Dr. Brittany Peters and Dawn Hunter explore how to reclaim time, rest, and joy, and why affirming “I have enough. I do enough. I am enough.” can transform the way we live and work.
✨ Highlights: • Protecting time on your calendar • Survival strategies vs. sustainable strategies • Productivity culture and racial inequities in time • Rest as resistance and joy as daily practi...

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

#nanettewiser #livelifebetter #stuffynoses #drugfreeremedies #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #ra...

In this episode of Pet Tips, host Nanette Wiser shares some tips for keeping your fur-babies safe and secure.
To keep pets safe on New Year's Eve, create a calm, indoor sanctuary away from fireworks and guests, ensure they have up-to-date ID/microchips, keep them leashed if outside, and remove dangerous human foods, alcohol, and decorations like confetti, as loud noises and chaos can cause panic and escape attempts.  Safe Haven: Set up a quiet, interior room with their bed, toys, and blankets to block sounds and lights. Mask Noises: Use white noise, a TV, or soft music to m...

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

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

#indie #indiemusic #indiecirtuit #theindiecircuit #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

In this episode of HISTORICALLY ST PETE, St. Petersburg Museum of History Executive Director Rui Farias talks about the history of Bayfront Center, a site now home to  The Mahaffey's world class venue. Set along the downtown waterfront at 400 First Street South, the Bayfront Center complex emerged as one of St. Petersburg’s most ambitious midcentury civic projects. The waterside venue, consisting of a multiuse indoor arena and an adjoining theater later renamed the Mahaffey, officially opened with great fanfare on May 6, 1965. 

Designed to accommodate events of all kinds, the arena could hold up to 8,600 people depending on its...

Introducing  St. Pete/Clearwater's Hidden Gems co-produced by Visit St. Pete-Clearwater and Times Total Media. Hidden Gems takes you on a tour of our unique neighborhoods and treasures.
👉In E3 HIDDEN GEMS, host Kerry O'Reilly explores Indian Rocks, Indian Shores, The Redingtons, Madeira, and Treasure Island. With 35 miles of sun-soaked beaches and emerald-green waters, St. Pete-Clearwater is the ultimate coastal escape. This episode begins at the Florida Botanical Gardens, where you can wander lush landscapes filled with native plants, birds, and wildlife before heading toward the shoreline. Listeners are then guided through each unique beach community, from the laid-back char...

EP 544 - 40 Easy Frugal Swaps that will Save You Money with No Extra Work
In FRUGAL FRIENDS E544 , hosts Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni talk about 40 frugal swaps that will save you money. They list easy swaps that you can do effortlessly to stay in the game. "Swapping doesn’t mean sacrificing what you love, it just means spending smarter," say Jen and Jill.  
👉There are easy wins hiding in your everyday routines. Think frozen fruit instead of fresh, swapping chicken thighs for breasts, and brewing your own coffee instead of giving $6 at a cafe. 
👉Even your kitchen tools can...

(12/26) New Year's Eve fun, Green Light Cinema films, Book + Bottle events, Holiday Lights in the Garden thru Jan. 3, concerts at Duke Energy Center for the Arts, Capitol Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall, The Straz, plays at freeFall,, American Stage, Studio @620, St. Pete Opera & concerts at The Palladium,  downtown market on Saturday in St. Pete,  and The Florida Orchestra!
👉 Tune in to the Florida Folk Show 10-noon Saturday on Facebook Live or 🌻 What's Happening on RadioStPete.com and around town!    https://bit.ly/3IU5tYx
🎶 Let’s Go Guide   https://bit.ly/3UP2oM3 curates the best upcoming Tampa Bay events, entertain...

#windowsofchristmas #chorusangelorum #ionaconsort #RickLDavis #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

#ABSeesYou #alexisbaum #culturedbooksliteracyFoundation #lorielleJHollaway #historickenwood #stpete #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

Feeding Tampa Bay is more than just a mission. It's a collection of people with so much heart, talent, and history they could have their own award-winning podcast. But since they're so busy providing help and hope to our community, we'll have to settle for meeting a few of them here. Welcome to Heroes of FTB, 2025 edition. 
On this week's episode you'll meet Dan, Ashley, Marcellus, Toneice, and Nicole — who each share the unexpected journey that brought them into our world. And that's only half the fun! Next week we'll bring you five more teammates, with five more stories to...

Feeding Tampa Bay is more than just a mission. It's a collection of people with so much heart, talent, and history they could have their own award-winning podcast. But since they're so busy providing help and hope to our community, we'll have to settle for meeting a few of them here. Welcome to Heroes of FTB, 2025 edition. On this week's episode you'll meet James, Kristin, Zachariah, Kim, and Kate — who each share the unexpected journey that brought them into our world, and the meaning they find in the work each and every day. Tune in, and get connected with the pe...

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

Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser welcomed back Charlie Justice, CEO of the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce  (TBCC) for a look back at 2025 successes (Taste of the Beaches, Chamber Leadership Institute, ribbon cuttings for new and reopening businesses) plus issues, news and events on America's Best Beaches- our Gulf jewels.  Community/Chamber events here.
👉 100+ businesses bounce back (Beachcomber, Jimmy B's, The Helm) plus newcomers like The Luce (former Postcard) coming in 2026. 
👉 Focus is on Habitat - Home Ownership  and Affordable Housing in general. 
👉TBCC issues include the Thunderbird property, beach toll proposal (St. Pete Beach), parking availability a...

Host Nanette Wiser admires Tampa Bay Times Marketing Director Kerry O'Reilly. You've heard him on RadioStPete as host of the Hidden Gems podcast produced by Times Total Media and Visit St. Pete Clearwater and the annual Gulf to Bay magazine for VSPC is spectacular. But did you know that he is part of the most popular Irish band, Paddy O'Furniture as well as Coyote Moonshine, their country music group? We talk about his career path (yes he majored in both advertising and music), his tips for marketing and branding in the digital age and how entrepreneurs and businesses can best...

In this episode of Music Scene, host Nanette Wiser chats with the talented artist and producer Elona Krasavtseva.  On Jan. 8 @7pm in The Palladium Hough Hall, don't miss an emotional tribute show dedicated to the world’s best-selling soprano Sarah Brightman and the legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli. Tickets here.
The show is presented by lyric soprano Elona Krasavtseva (St.-Pete, Florida) and acclaimed baritone from New York, NY Alex Boyd.  The audience will enjoy opera and Broadway’s best hits and popular songs and duets: “Phantom of the Opera”, “Time to Say Goodbye”, Schubert’s “Ave Maria”, “Memory”, “Dust in the Wind”, “Whiter Shad...

Lunchtime Conversation host and news director Nanette Wiser wrapped 2025 with erudite insights into the craft of the Tampa Bay Times Viewpoint section and opinion writing with Viewpoint Editor Graham Brink (right) & columnist John Hill (left). We talked about their journalism journeys and those who inspire them, the challenges and joys of creating the Viewpoint sections weekly, the art of balance on those pages during these turbulent, divided times  and the importance to journalism integrity of this section and The Times in general. We look back at the big stories of 2025 in Tampa Bay and Florida, the good and not-so-good as w...

Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser explored the columnist craft with Tampa Bay Times columnist Stephanie Hayes, a warrior princess who tackles political silliness and everyday annoyances with depth and humor.
🦩Stephanie Hayes is an award-winning journalist and columnist for the Tampa Bay Times focusing on Florida life, culture, current events and anything on the spectrum of absurd to mundane. Her column is nationally syndicated by Creators Syndicate. 🦩Before starting her column in 2020, Hayes was a senior editor at the Times and edited an investigation that was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.  A graduate of University of South Florida,  with a m...

In 2026, St. Petersburg's Innovation District celebrates ten years and CEO Alison Barlow reviewed past successes and next year's big news & events with host Nanette Wiser. They will launch their new podcast with producer Nisuka Williams (left in photo) and they've just completed the Tampa Bay Innovation Ecosystem Map 2025 update project, an easy-to-use visual guide for entrepreneurs to navigate the region’s network of support organizations with respect to their funding, coaching, and partnership and other needs and to the company’s stage of growth, industry focus, target customers and more. Follow them on social.  Learn more at stpeteinnovationdistrict.com , Ark Innov...

In this episode of MUSIC SCENE, host Nanette Wiser chats with Tom Davis, the new marketing director of the Duke Energy Center for the Arts  Mahaffey Theater about upcoming events, the rise of comedy performances and retro tribute shows and a star-studded 2026 season. Iconic doesn’t happen by accident. From the stage to the shows themselves, Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater’s legacy is shaped by thoughtful curation—carefully selected performances that define the experience, thanks to Bill Edwards’ vision and leadership. Visit https://TheMahaffey.com to see the latest lineup of shows! With Class Acts and the B...

James Kimmel Jr. Explains the Roots of Revenge Addiction and How to Rise Above It

In this episode, Author and Memoir Coach Kerry Kriseman trades teaching for telling, as she reads from her memoir, Accidental First Lady. Ten years after a meaningful visit to the White House, Kriseman still recalls the magic of being less than a hundred feet from President Barack Obama, as he and First Lady Michelle Obama shared good cheer with guests at the White House Holiday Party. Once of 20 they hosted that year, the Kriseman reminisces about one of the most memorable evenings of her 22 years as a political spouse. 
KERRY KRISEMAN With classes at OLLI and online, Kriseman's "Accidental F...

Welcome to Historically St Pete, a weekly conversation where Rui Farias, executive director of the St. Petersburg Museum of History, explores the truths, and myths of the people and events that created the Sunshine City. In an exclusive interview with "A Land Remembered" Director @Todd Wiseman Jr. (School Duel)  & Christa Boarini, we learn about their plans to cast and start shooting the epic series in March, with release for 2027.  There will be gators, cowboys and a "Lonesome Dove" feel to the episodic history of Florida, says Wiseman. the book centers around multiple generations of the MacIvey family that moves from Ge...

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

#abseesyou #alexisbaum #emmanuelroux #15thstreetfarm #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

#indie #indieshows #indiemusic #tampabay #radio #radiostpete

#betweenthelines #NFL #fergs #sportstalk #sportsradio #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

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

We will be back live next week on Wednesday at 6:00PM over at WillsYouTube.com

We do an extra half hour on ou...

#sportsconnection #tampastpetesportsconnnection #ferg's #sportsradio #sportstalk #mikerickord #floridasportsstream #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

#markoradioshow1 #happyhour #jungleprada #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

Live from Ferg's Thursdays 6-8pm ET, the Dec. 18th show was a holiday miracle, with Joe Maddon in the clubhouse with Mike Rickord and John Reger for ON THE TEE live from Ferg's.  Joe Madden - the former coach of Rays , Cubs and Angels - was joined by the U.S.  Marines Toys for Tots and Rickord's posse! Tune in every Thursdays 6-8pm ET 

#joemaddon #mb #raysbaseball #cubsbaseball #fergs #onthetee #sportsradio #sportstalk #mikerickord #johnreger #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

Matthew McGee's podcast UP TO HEAR is as beloved as freeFall Theater's A Christmas Carol - The Musical. RadioStPete Sunshine 96.7 FM music host Jay Sun enjoyed a performance and caught up with Matthew - who is the play's narrator - after the performance.  
ABOUT THE SHOW! What in the Dickens is going on at freeFall? Our beloved concert version of A Christmas Carol is back by popular demand and we’re delighted
to share it with you. This show is well-regarded for its faithfulness to Dickens’ story and for its ability to effortlessly capture the true spirit of Chris...

(Podcast Version) In our ongoing series of holiday stories, host Nanette Wiser turned to sommelier and wine educator Sharon Mahoney who also is co-owner of Savoir on Central about how to throw a holiday wine tasting party, selecting wines/bubbly for your holiday meal or anytime of year as well as what's trending. We learned that fried chicken pairs well with bubbly, chocolate with cabernet sauvignon, introduced us to zero alcohol wines that taste fabulous and came up with a dozen ways to perk up the crowd with blind tastings at your next event. Sharon also  hosts wine education classes a...

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

The Tampa Repertory Theatre’s Jim Sorensen is our guest for the final Arts Alive! podcast of 2025.  Jim is directing the Tampa Rep production of A Christmas Carol – A Live Radio Play through Tuesday (Dec. 23) at the Shimberg Playhouse, in the Straz Center for the Performing Arts complex. Show information here. 
👉He wrote the adaption of the classic Dickens story, which includes songs, narration, sound effects and a cast of four actors “playing” a multitude of characters (Michael Gregory is Dickens’ miserable old miser, Ebenezer Scrooge.)
👉Sorensen, a longtime presence on the Tampa Bay theater scene, has acted in both Tampa and...

Live from Ferg's Thursdays 6-8pm ET, the Dec. 18th show was a holiday miracle, with Joe Maddon in the clubhouse with Mike Rickord and John Reger for ON THE TEE live from Ferg's.  Joe Madden - the former coach of Rays , Cubs and Angels - was joined by the U.S.  Marines Toys for Tots and Rickord's posse! Tune in every Thursdays 6-8pm ET 

#ontheteeflorida #golf #floridagolf #sportsradio #sportstalk #PGA #mikerickord #joemaddon #johnreger #fergs #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

(12/18/2025) Christmas tree lightings, Shopapalooza, holiday markets, boat parades, Holiday Lights in the Garden 11/28-Jan. 3, Hanukkah happenings, concerts at The Palladium,  downtown market on Saturday in St. Pete,  and The Florida Orchestra
Holiday Pops this weekend, plus new exhibit Wild Spaces Gallery, holiday spectacular at Zubrick Magic Theater. 
👉 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...

You follow the routine. You track the habits. You optimize everything… and yet you still don’t feel well.  In this kickoff episode of the “Reclaiming Wellness” series, John R. Miles names the elephant in the room: the wellness gap. Why are so many people doing the right things—yet still feeling anxious, exhausted, or misaligned? John shares the deeper truth behind this quiet crisis and outlines a bold new framework for healing from the inside out: Fuel, Feel, Fulfill, and Flow. This is not a checklist. It’s not another lifestyle plan. It’s a layered approach to biological, emotional, purp...

Nicole Vogler, Editor-In-Chief of Eckerd College Triton News, shares insight into dating trends. Cuffing season is a social phenomenon during the colder fall and winter months (roughly October to March) when single people seek temporary romantic partners to cuddle with, attend holidays with, and generally combat loneliness, often "handcuffing" themselves to someone just for the season, with the relationship likely ending when warmer weather arrives. It's driven by biology (less sunlight affecting mood) and environment (fewer outdoor activities, holiday pressure).

#tritonnews #eckerdcollege #nicolevogler #datingtrends  #cuffingseason #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of ECKERD COLLEGE NEWS, we share the stories, successes and research at Eckerd College. Thanks to Eckerd College Newsroom for their excellent reporting!
TOPIC Eckerd College marine science professor helps track shifting seaweed that could alter ecosystems in Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. Sea Education Association’s sailing vessels have continuously conducted oceanographic research for decades, including sampling Sargassum with daily net tows.  Read Tom Zucco's article here.

#eckerdcollege   #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 
#universitynews #sciencenews #marinescience #ecosystems  #environmentalnews #seaweed #sargasso

In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Wiser stops counting sheep and shares these how to sleep better recommendations for the holidays and all year round!

#nanettewiser #goodsleep #sleeptips #livelifebetter  #health #wellness #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete 

In FRUGAL FRIENDS E505, hosts Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni talk about the psychology of discounts and when is it really a good deal?
**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...

Growing Up at Silver Springs, Ross Allen, and How To Make a Gator Take a Nap 
In E234 of Florida Spectacular, hosts Cathy Salustri and Rick Kilby chat with Ross Allen's daughter -  Betty Allen Bashaw - about growing up around her father's menagerie, some of her most interesting tasks at the Ross Allen Institute, and how to get a gator to take a nap.
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Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter, and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com. Keep up with Rick at studiohourglass.blogspot.com...

In this episode of Jewels with Jules, host Julia Warren takes us to the Wild Space Gallery in the Warehouse Arts District for a visit with Gallery Director Leslie Elsasser, Curator Noel Smith and Artist Jeff Ripple about his new exhibit "Enduring Light."
👉The Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation founded Wild Space Gallery to promote  awareness of Florida conservation issues by curating thought-provoking exhibitions that engage, challenge and inspire collaborative ideas that protect Florida's wild places.  
👉Through January 10, 2026, there are two concurrent exhibits that surround you with gorgeous Florida wildlife photos and paintings of our beautiful sunsets and landscapes.  You Are H...

Host Domenico Pontoriero welcomes longtime friend, writer, and poet Tyler Gillespie for a festive holiday edition of Soundscapes. In this warm conversation, Tyler reflects on his work exploring Florida’s cultural identity—from essays and poetry to visual art—and how music shapes his creative process. The two discuss instrumental soundtracks for writing (including Interstellar), the joy and kitsch of holiday music, and finding inspiration across genres, from disco to contemporary pop.
🎄The episode and new podcasts debuted before a special holiday-themed Soundscapes radio show 12/15, featuring instrumental selections and seasonal pieces, including music from the Florida Orchestra.
🎧 A thoughtful...

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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!  #tampabaydowns #TBdowns #bobbauer #horseracing #thoroughbreds. Listen every race day for Bob's picks for the feature race on our St. Pete Sounds Channel at 9am and 11am and the live call of that same feature race on our Florida Sports Stream Channel.  
#tampabaydowns #bobbauer #horseracing #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

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#indie #indiemusic #indiecircuit #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

#sportsconnection #tampastpetesportsconnection #fergs #mikerickord #tampabay #radio #sportradio #sportstalk #radiostpete 

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On this special episode of Sunshine Sisters, host Karen Carmichael welcomes Cher Harris and Liz Russell, the co-founders of Autism Inspired Academy (AIA)—a school that has transformed from a tiny summer camp into a thriving educational sanctuary for students on the autism spectrum. What began with just eight students in 2017 has grown into a full K–12 program serving more than 130 young people today.

Cher, a longtime public-school teacher in an autism self-contained classroom, always dreamed of opening her own school. But without guidance or a clear roadmap, that dream felt far out of reach—until the day she me...

In this episode of Pet Tips, Eckerd College's Maddie Merrick reports on the importance of an annual vet visit and some tips and issues for dental health and senior pets.
Dental health is crucial for senior pets, requiring more frequent vet checkups (every 6 months) and diligent home care like brushing, dental chews, and special diets to combat common issues like periodontal disease, tooth decay, and

In this episode of HISTORICALLY ST. PETE,  St. Petersburg Museum of History executive director Rui Farias introduces an upcoming preview of a new exhibit on tourism. Says Farias:  "The museum has been sharing the stories of the Sunshine City for about 103 years, almost 104 years now actually. We have been working on a new exhibit that will debut at the end of January, presented by Bay First Bank. The exhibit is called Wish You Were Here. It's the story of tourism here in St. Petersburg and the state of Florida as well. One of the main resources for research that I've us...

In this episode of ST. PETE EATS, host Wendy Wesley and news director Nanette Wiser talk about healthy holiday eating tips, from party nibbling to home entertaining ideas. To eat healthy on holiday, plan ahead with smart snacks, prioritize hydration, and focus on portion control, but don't forbid treats; instead, choose wisely by filling up on local fruits/veggies and grilled options, eating mindfully (not skipping meals), and staying active to balance indulgence and enjoyment. "Don't pass up the holiday meal with all the fixings, but limit indulging in leftovers for days after; send them home with your guests," suggests...

In this episode of Storytime with Janet Keeler, Janet is joined by Mandy Morris,
the Youth and Family Services coordinator for the St. Petersburg Library System.
Mandy (right) and Janet (left) recorded at the newly refurbished President Barack Obama Main Library, where Mandy oversees a team of librarians and library professionals who execute youth and teen programming and provide outreach library services in the community.  Both Janet and Mandy talked about special books given to them years ago.
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS Mandy recommends books tailored for young children to early teens. She also suggested a trip to y...

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of A Charlie Brown Christmas, and its evocative, jazzy score, pianist Zachary Bartholomew and his trio are in town this weekend to breathe new life into what has become timeless music. The score was written and originally performed by the late Vince Guaraldi, whose deftness as a composer was matched by his arranging and recording brilliance. Guaraldi wrote for a half-
dozen Peanuts specials and movies, and his music is as much a part of their winsome charm as Linus’ blanket, or Snoopy’s eccentricities. Bartholomew and his group go all-Guaraldi Sunday at the...

Welcome back to Big Broadway Energy, the podcast where your host, Stephen Riordan, dives deep into the vibrant and ever-evolving world of theater in St. Petersburg and the Tampa Bay Area!

December has finally arrived, and with it comes a sleigh-full of new holiday productions from our local theaters. One of our favorite emerging companies — The Off-Central Players — is bringing back a hilarious hit from last year: the outrageous one-woman comedy Who’s Holiday!

This week, Stephen is joined by two incredible artists who are the heart and soul of this production:
 🎭 Director: Dylan Barlow
🎭 Cind...

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