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May. 22, 2008
The Naples-based rock band Phoenix Block is donating a portion of the proceeds from sales of their album Chemtrails during the month of May to skin cancer research in honor of Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness Month. We’re joined by several of its members, including lead singer Andrew Jaffe, M.D. Jaffe’s not only the lead singer of a rock band, but a practicing Dermatologist in Naples. Phoenix Block describes itself as a combination of the melodic influences of the 60s and 70s with the punk influenced, rhythm-driven sound of the 80s…all over a canvas of modern electronica.We’ll talk with this relatively new band about their musical inspirations, their new album and possibly their hopes for a record deal.Click on the box below to see the music video for their song My One.
May. 19, 2008
Join us for a discussion about staying fit: both through kayaking on Southwest Florida’s many incredible waterways…and by participating in programs offered by two area senior centers. We’ll talk kayaking with Betsy Clayton, the Blueways & Waterways Coordinator with Lee County Parks & Recreation, Mike Devlin, president of the Paradise Coast Paddlers Club, and Don McCumber, an active member of three area paddling clubs. And we’ll explore the ever-growing demand for dynamic programming at area senior centers. Kitty Sayers, supervisor of the Lake Kennedy Senior Center, and Pat Ambrose, supervisor at the Tony Rotino Senior Center will share their experiences in keeping up with the new age of seniors.
May. 15, 2008
Asolo Rep in Sarasota re-imagines a production of Working A Musical featuring new music by Broadway’s rising star, Lin-Manuel Miranda, who earned 13 Tony nominations this week for his hit In the Heights. It will be directed by Gordon Greenberg. Both men join us. This well-loved musical is based on the writings of Studs Terkel. Working explores the gamut of people’s emotions about their jobs.We’ll also remember artist Robert Rauschenberg who died this week at age 82.
May. 14, 2008
Has the downsizing of media outlets jeopardized journalists’ ability to act as government watchdogs? We’re joined by several members of the new Florida Media Coalition. It’s an alliance of individuals and community, civic, media and non-profit organizations who are promoting media that provides an uninhibited marketplace of ideas that serves the public’s interests. Visit the Florida PRIG to learn more about their role in the world of today's press. Interested in the Media and Democracy Coalition? Check out some of the things Thomas Jefferson wrote about the media back in his day.
May. 13, 2008
Southwest Florida has among the highest foreclosure rates in the nation right now…and the upward trend is expected to continue into next year. We’re joined by a Collier County attorney who’s established a Foreclosure Task Force to help people at risk of losing their homes – to learn more about this growing problem, and what can be done to stem the tide. For more information on the upcoming foreclosure telethon in Lee County contact Eddie Felton at the Florida Department of Financial Services 239-768-2013. For more on the Save Our Home Seminar in Collier County later this month log visit Foreclosure Task Force of Collier County.
May. 12, 2008
Join us for a discussion about the growing popularity of Florida friendly yards. Find out how to create and maintain drought-tolerant, attractive native landscapes that require less water or fertilizer. And learn how a more natural yard can benefit the region’s ecology.
May. 8, 2008
The latest show at Florida Repertory Theatre, "Visiting Mr. Green" takes one unlikey relationship and forces the audience to look inward at its pride and prejudices. We'll meet actor David Howard, who plays Mr. Green and director Howard Millman. You've seen Howard on film in Meet Joe Black, Moonstruck and Crimes and Misdeamnors and most recently at Florida Rep playing Morrie Schwartz in Tuesdays with Morrie. Director Millman leads the Asolo Repertory Theater in Sarasota.
May. 7, 2008
Another legislative season is over and lawmakers are returning home from 60 days of haggling, dealing and voting in Tallahassee. We sit down with several area lawmakers to look back at what was accomplished during the session. Plus we’ll take a close look at those dreaded budget cuts and how they may affect us locally.
May. 6, 2008
The United States Civil War was fought mostly in the south. Usually people think of places like Virginia, South Carolina and Tennessee or cities like Richmond, Atlanta and Gettysburg. But Florida played a few key roles in the war. We’ll talk with an FGCU professor about his new book Florida's Civil War: Explorations into Conflict, Interpretations, and Memory. Do you know the sunshine state's role in America’s bloodiest war?
May. 5, 2008
Join host Jim McLaughlin as he shines some light on two of southwest Florida’s regional getaways. He’s joined by one of Pine Island’s best-known artists, longtime resident Mel Meo. And by the president of the Boca Grande Historical Society, Captain Robert Johnson. They’ll talk about how these two island communities have changed over the decades…especially in recent years, as they’ve become more popular tourist destinations.
