Rick's Podcasts

The Pensacola Children’s Chorus (PCC) announces the start of their 34th season with an exciting lineup for our Mainstage Performances. This year, you can expect more opportunities to enjoy some of Pensacola’s best performers, including the addition of Hauntcert, a family-friendly Halloween concert, on Oct. 28 at the Saenger Theatre. As always, be prepared to be dazzled by our regular season performances. Christmas on the Coast, held on Dec. 8-10, , is a dazzling holiday spectacular that transforms sunny weather into a winter wonderland. One World, Many Voices, held on March 3, 2024, celebrates the power of what is accomplished when voices unite in song. Our final performance, Showtime, scheduled for May 10-12, 2024, is a Broadway-quality variety show featuring the best music from both stage and screen. Reserve your favorite spot to some of the best shows in town before they go on sale to the general public with a Season Subscription! Avoid expensive third party taxes and fees that are typically incurred through external box offices, and receive personalized concierge service from our friendly staff for all your ticketing needs. Plus receive invitations to subscriber-only receptions prior to each show, as well as opportunities for an exclusive backstage tour and annual appreciation parties. On sale through our website until Friday, Sept. 15. There’s still time for new singers to join~ no experience necessary and scholarships available through PCC’s Triple-A Commitment.  Named for the 3 “A’s” of the initiative’s name (Affordable & Accessible Arts), this program establishes $15 as the lowest monthly tuition for each program. Maximum tuition ranges from $55-$95/month based on age. Utilizing a sliding scale model, families can select the price that works best for their personal finances. For more information,  visit www.pensacolasings.org.

City Councilwoman Jennifer Brahier recaps the Aug. 17 city council meeting.

Don’t miss out on major online savings! Advance Super Saver half-price admission tickets and Super Saver discounted unlimited ride wristbands are on sale now through Wednesday, Oct. 18, ONLY at PensacolaFair.com. Each Super Saver admission ticket and ride wristband is valid for one use only.The 89th Annual Pensacola Interstate Fair will be held October 19-29, 2023. Plan ahead and save big now for 11 days of rides, food, fun, music and gaming!The prices for the Super Saver half-price admission tickets and discounted unlimited ride wristbands are as follows:•  Adult Admission Tickets - $7 for ages 12 and up ($14 at the Fair; savings of $7)•  Child Admission Tickets - $3 for ages 4-11 ($6 at the Fair; savings of $3)•  Advance Weekday Super Saver Ride Wristband - $20 ($25 at the Fair; savings of $5.) Good for Mon-Thurs use only (also accepted Sunday, Oct. 29.) Can be upgraded at main ticket booth or fair office for weekend use (for an additional $5.) Valid for one use only.• Advance Any Day Super Saver Ride Wristband - $25 ($30 at the Fair; savings of $5.) Good for any day of the Fair. Valid for one use only.•  Parking Ticket $5, give to attendant upon exiting.

Escambia County Administrator Wes Moreno discusses why he and Mayor D.C. Reeves want to a play active roles in the Continuum of Care that deals with the area's homeless.

The University of West Florida launches the Office of Workforce Development, and UWF President Martha D. Saunders has named Dr. Sherry Hartnett its first director.  Dr. Hartnett discusses her new assignment.

Ryan Wiggins from The Lincoln Project recaps the first Republican presidential debate. DeSantis disappeared and Nikki Haley and Mike Pence stood out.  But none of it mattered.

Late yesterday afternoon, Judge William Stone denied two motions made by Escambia County Clerk Pam Childers in the lawsuit concerning the county commissioners' 401a retirement plan. Attorney Troy Rafferty explains their impact.

The full show for Tuesday, Aug. 22:  Steve Brendtro, Shannon Nickinson, Mayor D.C. Reeves, Stephanie White and John Cohen.

Mayor Reeves gives his weekly update.

IHMC brings back its Science Saturdays this fall. Shannon Nickinson has the details.