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This week on Speaking Of… Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas heard the news that slavery was effectively over. Today’s it’s recognized as Emancipation Day and in 2021 it became a federal holiday. But for years Tallahassee has been celebrating emancipation on May 20th. Why does Tallahassee have its own emancipation holiday? And how has our local celebration of these events evolved over time? Gina Jordan is looking into these questions with some help from local experts. Also, the 5th annual Juneteenth Empowerment Day Festival was hosted recently in Cascades Park. The event was originally founded to help boost local black owned businesses but has grown to help educate the larger public on the importance and significance of Juneteenth. Josh Johnson sat down with Al Williams and Brittany Bacon, two organizers of the festival, to discuss this year’s event. And… we’re discussing Black Music Month. A time to celebrate the legacy, culture, and impact of black musicians across generations.
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On tonight’s program: Wonder of wonders, it looks like a budget deal has been between the Florida House and Senate; But some items in that budget could be considerably less. Can you spell education?; If Medicaid money is cut by the federal government, it may not only affect those folks who are on Medicaid; We meet a Florida family that could be facing separation under current immigration policy; And if you plan on protesting this weekend, the watchwords are, “be safe, be careful.”
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Curator at the Gadsden Arts Center and Museum, Ashley Williams, and Doug Croley of Croley Cattle Company" discuss the new exhibition at Gadsden Arts called American Grit: Florida Crackers, Cowboys, & Cow Hunters, photographs by Adam Rountree. The exhibit runs to July 19th. Information can be found at gadsdenarts.org. -
This week on Speaking Of… Fireflies are more than just dots of light in the night’s sky, and they aren’t even flies… they’re beetles. We borrowed an excerpt from our sister podcast, “Coast to Canopy”, where host Rob Diaz de Villegas talks with Dave Almquist, an Invertebrate Zoologist. They discuss fireflies’ life cycles, the diversity of the species, and how to observe them. You'll never look at a firefly flashing the same way again. Also, Josh Johnson sat down with Peyton Davis to discuss an upcoming art exhibit the Apalachee Center put together using pieces created by patients undergoing art and music therapy. And… we’re discussing a watermelon festival.
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This week 411 Teen chats with staff and student participants of the Leon County chapter of the 4-H Club to discuss the history and evolution of the organization, as well as exploring their summer program offerings.
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On tonight’s program: The race for Florida governor heats up as an “R” turned “D” jumps into the contest; We have a conversation with the ever-outspoken John Morgan. Who thinks a third-party candidate CAN win the Florida governor’s race. Especially if his name is Morgan; Florida kids on the autism spectrum are expected to get a lot of help from a newly signed law; Why is there such a stubborn shortage of nurses? One nurse educator says part of the problem lies with the students; And we hear from some dental professionals who fear Florida’s new law banning fluoride in public water supplies will lead to a big jump in kids’ cavities.
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There have been numerous reports on immigration raids nationwide, and recently Tallahassee saw ICE sweep through local construction sites. There have been many changes to immigration policies, leaving some with questions. Gina Jordan hears from several local authorities, advocates, and experts to find out more about what’s going on with immigration. Also, Sue Dick has spent a quarter of a century as the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce President, Tom is About Town to talk to local business owners and Sue Dick on her tenure as president. And, we’re discussing Florida Panthers.
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Will he or won't he? That was the question puzzling members of the Capital Tiger Bay Club on May 14. The guest speaker was nationally known personal injury lawyer John Morgan and speculation about his possible announcement to jump into the 2026 Florida governor's race had been running rampant. You'll just have to hear his talk to find out what he said.
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This week, 411 Teen speaks with Dr. John Fetner from Buck Lake Animal Hospital, who provides tips to keep your pet happy and safe from extreme summer heat.
