Rick's Podcasts

And the full show: Nathaniel Rakish, Kyle Kinser, Ray Palmer, Hong Potomski, Dianna Hayden and Ryan Wiggins.

The ballot initiatives on recreational pot and abortion will reshape political races in Florida.  The Lincoln Project's Ryan Wiggins explains how. 

The Naval Aviation Museum Foundation and the Pensacola Lighthouse and Maritime Museum are thrilled to present "Top Secret Missions," a special event for military children. This exciting event, honoring the Month of the Military Child , will take place on Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m. to noon at the National Naval Aviation Museum. Military families are invited to join for a morning filled with adventure and learning as children aged 13 and under participate in top-secret missions alongside our dedicated base support teams.  This year's event boasts an impressive lineup of exhibitors, including the Pensacola Lighthouse, NCIS, NAS Pensacola Fire Department, the Navy’s Working Dog division, and the Crash Response Team. Adding to the excitement, NNAM is honored to welcome Kathryn Hamlin-Pacheco, author of the acclaimed children's book, "My Flight Suit Pocket," to the Museum. Hamlin-Pacheco will engage young attendees with readings, book signings, and interactive activities inspired by her book. The first 200 participants who complete their Top-Secret Missions Passports will have the chance to win exciting prizes, adding an extra element of fun and challenge to the event. Additionally, registered participants will enjoy a complimentary Giant Screen Movie screening courtesy of our Museum Attractions Team, and free admission to the Pensacola Lighthouse throughout April. Attendance to this event is free for military children aged 13 and under, but registration is required. Check-in will begin at 9:45 am at the Blue Angels Atrium within the National Naval Aviation Museum. Upon check-in, participants will receive a wristband granting access to all free activities at both the Museum and the Lighthouse.

Hong Potomski discusses Florida Blue's Food Security Grants. The goal of the Food Security program is to improve access to affordable, healthy, and nutritional foods for vulnerable populations who live in food-insecure communities. The 2024 Food Security priority is Improving Access to Healthy Food.  The grants are for four years. The application deadline is  May 6 before 3 p.m. ET.  For more, visit here. 

This Saturday, the women’s teams from three top-ranked Southeastern Conference schools will compete in the Western Gate Soccer Showdown at Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park. The inaugural Western Gate Collegiate Soccer Showdown will feature 45-minute matchups between the Florida Gators, Mississippi State Bulldogs, and LSU Tigers, and autograph sessions will be held throughout the day with all of the teams. Admission is free.

The full 4/2/24 show: Sena Maddison, Chandra Smiley, Mike Dobuski, D.C. Reeves and Angela Bush:

Pensacola Mayor DC Reeves discussed the city's ongoing efforts to restore its computer system following a cyber attack. He mentioned that the city is close to getting the bill pay system for Pensacola Energy and Sanitation back up and running. The mayor also shared plans for the opening of Bruce Beach's playground on April 20th, marking the first phase of a two-phase project.

Community Health CEO Chandra Smiley discusses the challenges they face while providing primary care to the underserved in our community. Read more.

The Birmingham middle school principal took over Erwin Middle School and got the school off Alabama’s Comprehensive Support and Improvement list despite having to deal with the pandemic challenges. CivicCon hosts Dr. Bush on Thursday, April 11, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the REX Theatre in downtown Pensacola. It’s free and open to the public.Register at the following link: https://CivicCon-Angela-Bush.eventbrite.com

Escambia County Public Schools Superintendent Keith Leonard has announced that all middle and high schools will begin randomly screening students with a new weapons detection system called OPENGATE. The ECPS Director of Protection Services, Kyle Kinser, shares the details.