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Jul. 24, 2008
How important are comics to newspapers? How long have newspapers printed comics? How do they choose which ones will be published and which ones will be removed? And how do readers react to all of this? We’ll speak with someone from the News-press about their Comics Page, and how important comics are to people’s daily lives. We’ll also try to look into the future of comics in newspapers…as many papers continue to shrink.
Jul. 23, 2008
A lot can change in a year. It’s time for us to turn the reigns over to the listeners once again. Our question to you is: how much has your life changed in the past year or so? Have you changed your driving habits? Are you buying the same things? Maybe you’ve gone green…and now bring your canvas bags to the grocery story? Or maybe you started a new hobby or business? Join us…and phone in…for a discussion about how you – and maybe even your view of the world – have changed… considering everything that’s happened?
Jul. 22, 2008
Over the years corrective eye surgery has come a long way. Thanks to the latest laser technologies people who’ve been nearly blind all their lives can see without glasses in just minutes. Many, if not most are pleased by the experience and outcome, but there are risks, including possible blindness in some rare cases. We’re joined by Dr. Jonathan Frantz, who’s worked with some of the pioneers in the field of laser corrective surgery during his long career, to talk about where the field of laser eye surgery has been…and how much better it might be in the future.
Jul. 21, 2008
Eating organic is a great way to green up your lifestyle and contribute to a more sustainable future, but where do you turn for local organics during the dog days of summer? Two leaders of the organic movement in Southwest Florida join us to discuss the seasonal realities of growing organics locally and how buying organic – even if it’s not locally grown – can contribute to both to your individual health and the health of the planet.
Jul. 17, 2008
Everyone around former Fort Myers resident Jeremey Hunsicker growing up thought he could be the lead singer of Journey…but they never thought he’d almost pull it off. Hunsicker – who now lives in Virginia – recently spent time with the band in San Francisco singing the classics and writing new songs. He was even offered the front man position...though it didn't work out in the end. We’re joined by Hunsicker to learn more about his time with Journey – and his own, now nationally touring tribute band, called Frontiers.Click on the window below to see Hunsicker in action…
Jul. 16, 2008
In the coming years Florida Gulf Coast University will be getting much of its daily power from solar panels. It’s an attempt by the university to reduce its carbon footprint. Florida Power & Light also recently announced it's going to build a massive solar array in DeSoto County. These projects are part of Governor Charlie Crist’s call for more re-usable energy sources in Florida. We’ll talk with someone from DeSoto County about the new solar array, as well as someone from FGCU, to try to find out how soon the rest of us could be living on the sun’s energy.
Jul. 15, 2008
In 2006 two Daytona Beach Municipal Water Treatment Plant workers were killed in a tragic explosion. The incident brought to light the fact that many state, county and municipal employees lacked occupational safety and health coverage. That may be changing soon. We’ll talk with a member of the state's Environmental Health and Safety office about some of the changes workers can expect, and some of the dangers they face not having the proper coverage.
Jul. 14, 2008
Fort Myers Beach is known as a vacation getaway – where its bikini and flip flop vibe give it one of the most touristy atmospheres in Southwest Florida. But, much less visible than its postcard-perfect beachfront resorts are efforts by locals to protect its estuaries and thoughtfully excavate its shell mounds. Learn about the Ostego Bay Foundation and the Mound House – and how you can get involved with the back-bay depths of Fort Myers Beach.
Jul. 10, 2008
For the last eight years two Florida Gulf Coast University professors have taken students to the Dominican Republic during spring break. A new photo exhibit highlighting their work with underprivileged children is on display at the Arts for ACT gallery in downtown Fort Myers. The photographer and one of the professors talk about the photography and the education, plus how the art itself has turned into a benefit.
Jul. 9, 2008
Only a few months ago word got out that Sarasota was trying to lure the Red Sox from Ft Myers. The Sox have an out on their contract if they so desire. So how close is this deal to happening? What is Lee County doing to keep the defending World Champions from packing up and leaving? We’ll get the latest on the ongoing negotiations and take listener comments on the importance of Red Sox Spring Training to Fort Myers.
