This week we’re Speaking Of… Tallahassee‘s beautiful and impressive tree canopy that the city is known for, is under the consistent threat of hurricanes and development. Josh Johnson also talks with local stage actor Vonzel Desean about his experience working in the Tallahassee theatre scene. And we’re meeting at dawn and taking our paces… to discuss the history of single combat political duels in Tallahassee.

This week on Speaking Of… election season is finally over and there’s a lot to go over, so our own Tristan Wood and Margie Menzel are breaking down the local results. We’ll also be taking a deep dive into burial alternatives with a focus on a greener and more sustainable death! And there’s a potential political identity crisis brewing for some members of Gen Z.

On this episode of Speaking Of, WFSU’s Tom Flanigan and Margie Menzel take a deep dive into the local charter amendments showing up on the ballots this election. Also, its FAMU homecoming week and to mark the occasion, Josh Johnson sat down with the director of the Foster-Tanner Fine Arts Gallery to discuss the intersection of the nation’s top public HBCU and the art it creates and curates. And Rheannah Wynter descends into Tallahassee’s spooky underbelly to highlight the city’s supernatural history and lore.

With the recent demolition of the Gladstone house, many in Tallahassee are questioning the process of historic preservation. Why do some homes get protected and others don’t? Also, we’re sitting down with bestselling author Jeff VanderMeer about the newest addition to his blockbuster Southern Reach series, a surprise fourth novel, called “Absolution”. And we’ll also be looking into the clash between electric vehicles and lithium batteries and rising waters, and what you need to know to stay safe.

On this episode of Speaking Of, we’re talking about all the misinformation and disinformation surrounding the recent weather events. Gina Jordan sat down with climate scientist Dr. Jeff Chanton, to discuss the reality behind these devastating hurricanes. Josh Johnson talks with Ron McCoy, owner of the historic Tookes house, that is currently under renovations with goals of re-opening to the public soon. And Rheannah Wynter looks into plants and herbs with the goal of learning how to keep them alive longer.

This week we’re Speaking Of… the rising and concerning amount of school threats and violent incidents. Gina Jordan sat down with the Executive Director of the Florida Association of School Safety Specialists, John Hunkiar, about the rise in these threats. Josh Johnson honors Hispanic Heritage month and speaks with Alejandra Gutierrez of the Tallahassee Hispanic Theater. And Rheannah Wynter makes one of our producers drink stale cold coffee.

On this episode of Speaking of, we're talking about Hurricane Helene and its impact on North Florida. We're also touching on adult science education and its importance in disaster situations. And taking another look back at hurricane preparedness now that Tallahassee is seeing more hurricanes than ever.

Longtime community theatre director Naomi Rose Mock will soon bid farewell to Tallahassee. She’s directed more than 100 plays, and has made countless friends and found family along the way. Also on the show: Next month renowned poet Nikki Giovanni and scholar Fred Moten will hold a two-way discussion and documentary screening at FSU. And on Speaking Of: The Unbothered Edition…we’re going thrifting! What are some of your favorite finds?

On this episode of Speaking Of, the politics of Tallahassee firefighters contracts. Margie Menzel has a discussion with former Mayor John Marks, former City Commissioner Debbie Lightsey, and TFD Union President Joey Davis. Tom is about town, looking into the controversial demolition plans of one of N. Monroe Street's last Victorian structures, The Gladstone house. And Rheannah Wynter shares with us what we should know about elections polling.

This week we're Speaking Of...football! Is Tallahassee a football town? Depending on the weekend, the answer is yes. Though that doesn’t mean everyone approves. Also on the show, we explore an upcoming exhibit at LeMoyne focused on prison artwork. And, we’ll get a first-person take on one of the most stressful life events…moving.