Perspectives (WFSU) on 88.9 WFSU-FM

The “Moving Tallahassee-Cars Optional” plan aims to give Capital City residents more transportation choices with minimal impact on personal motor vehicle traffic flow.  Tallahassee City Commissioner Mark Mustian, City Public Works Director, Gabe Menendez, Cherie Bryant with the Tallahassee/Leon County Planning Department, and Capital City Cyclist Karen Loewen have the details.

Fifty-one years ago, fewer than 500 “Freedom Riders” changed the course of American history forever.  Author Ray Arsenault’s book was the first full account of these civil rights pioneers.  We talk to him, along with former Florida A&M University student Stephanie Burton who accompanied last year’s Freedom Riders re-enactment.

Since embarking upon an extensive refocusing effort two years ago, the Boys and Girls Club of the Big Bend has re-emerged as a leaner, but far more effective organization.  Today it serves hundreds of young people in Leon and Gadsden counties.  Club President/Executive Director Theresa Flury has lots to say about what the program means to its clients and the community.

Rich or poor, it seems everyone has money trouble at some time.  Zack Richardson with the Character Center and Financial Attorney John Bischof share their expertise on smart budgeting, debt management and other advice for living within available means.

The 2012 Florida Legislation gets underway in less than a week.  We get a preview from members of the Tallahassee area delegation: State Senator Bill Montford; and State Representatives Michele Rehwinke-Vasilinda and Alan Williams.

No matter what you may celebrate over the holidays, it wouldn’t be a party without lots of wonderful things to eat. We explore a variety of tasty treats and how to prepare them with Keiser University Executive Chef Travis Howard and the school’s Pastry Chef Angela Wilson.

Florida A&M University’s latest trouble with hazing has again put the issue in the spotlight. We get insights into the behavioral and legal ramifications from Tallahassee Memorial Psychologist Dr. Larry Kubiak, Second Judicial Circuit Assistant State Attorney Jack Campbell and Florida State University Associate Dean Adam Goldstein.

For more than five years, the Village Square has been hosting speakers and forums on a wide range of hot topics, always in a reasoned, civil context. Village Square Executive Director Liz Joyner and Board Co-Chairs, Leon County Commissioner Bryan Desloge and Tallahassee City Commissioner Gil Ziffer talk it over…politely.

A tidal wave of unwanted animals faces the Capital Region’s animal welfare organizations. Meanwhile, there are few volunteers and even less money to stem the tide. We talk it over with Jeanine Reynolds with the Gadsden County Humane Society, CHAT of Wakulla County’s Joan Hendrix and Perri Dale from the Tallahassee/Leon County Animal Service Center.