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First Coast Connect episodes

June 13, 2025 First Coast Week in Review
From an attempt to silence reporting on Hope Florida to a new Jacksonville bill limiting aid for immigrants, we discuss all the week’s headlines.
51 min
June 12, 2025 Marching orders
Jacksonville University public policy expert Rick Mullaney breaks down the latest White House headlines.
51 min
June 11, 2025 A new champion for racial equity
The incoming CEO of 904Ward discusses the mission to end racism at a time of growing backlash.
51 min
June 10, 2025 A memoir of love and activism
Jax power couple and civil rights icons Gwen and Alton Yates talk about their new memoir.
51 min
June 09, 2025 Okefenokee: a refuge for the world?
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia seeks designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
51 min
June 06, 2025 First Coast Week in Review
We discuss the week’s biggest headlines, from a presidential selection debacle at UF to a Pride fest spanning the St. Johns.
51 min
June 05, 2025 The future of NPR/PBS funding; Confederate lawsuit returns to court
We discuss the proposed clawback of money for public media, and a lawsuit over local Confederate tributes gets another day in federal court.
51 min
June 04, 2025 Celebrating Juneteenth with Dr. Tammy Hodo
Ahead of the annual observance, the educator and thought leader reflects on the evolving conversations and realities surrounding diversity and equity.
51 min
June 03, 2025 Housing costs, not crime, are public's top concern
A new University of North Florida poll shows shifting priorities among residents and broad support for banning concealed weapons in City Hall.
51 min
June 02, 2025 Doctor appointment delays on the rise
In our monthly “House Call” with Dr. Joe Sirven, we discuss the growing difficulty in booking doctor appointments.
51 min

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First Coast Connect is an hour-long call-in program that features local newsmakers, civic and community leaders, arts, activities across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, along with spot news…