S2 Ep1750: LUNAR NEW YEAR Celebrating The Year of the Horse @Eckerd College
Lunar New Year - The Year of the Horse - kicked off Feb. 17th with events all over Tampa Bay. Correspondent Maddie Merrick, WECX (https://www.instagram.com/wecx99/) co-station manager,  interviews Eckerd College's Marley Hellersteion about the Lunar New Year celebrated in Asisan cultures and their 2/20 celebration on campus with food, activities and music sponsored by one of the many student or...
9m Feb 23
9m
S2 Ep1748: "Tampa-St. Pete Sports Connection" 2-21-26; Airs live from Ferg's!
#sportsconnection #sportstalk #sportsradio #mikerickord #ferg's #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
2hr 1m Feb 21
2hr 1m
S2 Ep1747: "Mark O' Radio Happy Hour Show" 2-20-26; Airs live Friday nights 6-8pm ET
#markoradioshow1 #happyhour #jungleprada #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
1hr 40m Feb 21
1hr 40m
S2 Ep1731: Across the Bay: Independent Voices of Tampa Bay Business with Microgroove
This episode with host Micah Russo, features Keith Ulrey, owner of Microgroove, a vinyl record shop located across the bay in Tampa. Keith discusses his background working in vinyl reselling at Vinyl Fever, noting that he never initially imagined himself owning a record store. Over time, the independence and responsibility of being his own boss became increasingly appealing, leading him to open...
12m Feb 20
12m
S2 Ep1742: ARTS ALIVE! St. Pete Catalyst Bill DeYoung: Jonathan O'Brien, Fairyland: A Midwinter Night’s Dream
Today’s guest on Arts Alive! is St. Petersburg actor Jonathan O’Brien, a cast member from the American Stage production of Fairyland: A Midwinter Night’s Dream, performed through March 8 on the walking trails at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve. These “promenade” shows represent American Stage executive director Helen R. Murray’s belief in taking theater off the stage and out into the community. Writ...
23m Feb 20
23m
S2 Ep1746: "On The Tee -Florida 2-18-26; Live 6-8pm ET from Ferg's
#golf #floridagolf #sportsradio #sportstalk #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
2hr 1m Feb 20
2hr 1m
S2 Ep1745: WEEKEND with WISER Let's Go Guide February/March 2/20
(2/20/2026) From The Edge's Global Love Project 2/22 to this weekend's Seafood & Music Festival in downtown St. Pete, there a festival for every taste. The Global Love Project will celebrate its 4-year anniversary and Week 210 on Sunday, February 22 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Roundabout Sunburst in the EDGE District (1111 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL). The free, open-to-all gathering in...
12m Feb 20
12m
S2 Ep1744: SPIFFS 50th ANNIVERSARY Executive Director JoEllen Schilke Previews March 5-7 Festivities
Host Nanette Wiser got a sneak peek at the 30th Annual SPIFFS festival at England Brothers Park in Pinellas Park March 5-7 (March 5-6 for schoolchildren; March 7 open to all). The St. Petersburg International Folk Fair Society (SPIFFS) (https://www.google.com/search?q=St.+Petersburg+International+Folk+Fair+Society+%28SPIFFS%29&sca_esv=5dca0e6f8aa8611e&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS869US869&sxsrf=ANbL-n4MQ726...
22m Feb 19
22m
S2 Ep1743: LIVE LIFE BETTER F3 The Burg: Fitness Fellowship & Faith Combats Male Isolation & Builds Friendship
In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Wiser talks with psychotherapist Jason A. Tomkins, LCSW & Navy veteran David Bertoncini about F3 The Burg on how the peer-led mens' leadership group helps men combat isolation and build new friendships through fitness training, fellowship and faith. What is F3? F3 stands for Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith. It’s a free, peer-led men’s leadership ...
20m Feb 19
20m
S2 Ep1741: Black History Month - City of St. Pete Gives 2 Mercy Hospital Employees Distinguished Citizen Awards
MERCY HOSPITAL On Feb. 12 at the City Council Meeting, two employees of Mercy Hospital were given Distinguished Citizens Awards from City of St. Petersburg, Florida The hospital was the only primary care facility for the African-American community of St. Petersburg from 1923 to 1966. Learn more in St. Petersburg Museum of History's Executive Director Rui Farias's Historically St. Pete here.  (h...
5m Feb 19
5m
S2 Ep1740: PASSION STRUCK John R. Miles: Alex Imas, The Winner’s Curse: How Behavioral Economics Explains Why We Make Bad Decisions
The Winner’s Curse: How Behavioral Economics Explains Why We Make Bad Decisions The winner’s curse describes a paradox that shows up everywhere in modern life. The moment we win an auction, land the deal, or beat the competition is often the moment we unknowingly overpaid, overcommitted, or misunderstood the true value of what we gained.  👉In this episode of Passion Struck, Alex Imas joins Joh...
55m Feb 19
55m
S2 Ep1738: Understanding First Contact, 211 & 988 Crisis Resources with Micki Thompson
Micki Thompson shares vital information about First Contact and how it connects individuals and families to essential community and crisis resources. The conversation highlights the critical role of 211, a free, confidential helpline that connects callers to local services such as housing assistance, food resources, healthcare, utility support, and other community programs. Micki explains how ...
15m Feb 18
15m
S2 Ep1739: 2026 STATE of the CITY Address by St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch (2/18/2026)
Audio courtesy of City of St. Petersburg. Rebroadcast with their permission. On February 18 starting at 10am, Mayor Kenneth T. Welch delivered the 2026 State of the City address from the Palladium Theater. The State of the City included accomplishments from 2025 and highlighted strength, resilience, and continued progress for the upcoming year. Mayor Welch was introduced by City Council Chair L...
1hr 3m Feb 18
1hr 3m
S2 Ep1737: SPX St. Pete Catalyst Joe Hamilton Interview: Chip Webster, Author & CEO Peer Group Leader
In this episode of SPX with St. Pete Catalyst's Joe Hamilton, he chats with veteran CEO peer-group leader and lifelong entrepreneur, Chip Webster. Webster shares how decades inside Vistage (and later Tiger 21) taught him that trust, accountability and curiosity are the real engines behind successful businesses and healthy communities. After COVID, he and his immunocompromised wife bought an RV ...
42m Feb 17
42m
S2 Ep1736: City Proclamation Honors Community Assistance and Life Liaison (CALL) program 2-12-26
In January 2021, City Council approved the contract to launch the Community Assistance and Life Liaison (CALL) program pilot. CALL will improve the response to mental illness, poverty, and addiction, providing assistance while reducing criminalization and stigma. Many of the calls for service the Police Department is asked to respond to during a normal day are better addressed by a human servi...
20m Feb 17
20m
S2 Ep1735: THE SUN LEADERS - Mental Notes' Dr. Doral R. Pulley w/Dr. Lisamaya Vaner
Welcome to The Sun Leaders Podcast featuring local Tampa Bay leaders, authors, ideas and people making a difference in our community produced by Josh Naaman. 👉In today's episode,  Mental Notes podcaster Dr. Doral R. Pulley interviews Dr. Lisamaya Varner, one of his mentees. Although Dr. Varner has several gifts, she is now living dream of operating her own business. Listeners will learn the ste...
22m Feb 17
22m
S2 Ep1734: FRUGAL FRIENDS Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni: How To Save Money on Medical Bills
EP 526 - How to Save Money on Medical Bills In FRUGAL FRIENDS EP526, hosts Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni talk about how to save money on medical bills. **RadioStPete is delighted to rebroadcast curated podcasts of FRUGAL FRIENDS with Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni. They are the co-authors of Buy What You Love Without Going Broke and co-hosts of the top-rated Frugal Friends Podcast. With nearly 500 episo...
42m Feb 17
42m
S2 Ep1733: ECKERD COLLEGE NEWS Maddie Merrick w/Dr. Erin Rickman, HERP Laboratory
In this episode of Eckerd College News, WECX's Maddie Merrick interviews Dr. Erin Rickman as part of her series on animal research. Eckerd's newest research lab, the Anglo-American Reptile Research Lab, was created four months ago by Erin Rickman, assistant professor of animal studies. This is Rickman’s first year teaching at Eckerd, having moved to the United States from Lancing, England last ...
19m Feb 16
19m
S2 Ep1732: St. Petersburg's Black History Month Proclamation 2-12-26 Mayor Welch at City Hall
Members of City Council and representatives of the Carter G. Woodson Museum and the National Council of Negro Women speak.   #stpete #stpetefl #blackhistory #stpetehistory #cartergwoodson #tampabay #radio #radiostpet
10m Feb 16
10m
S2 Ep1730: FLORIDA SPECTACULAR Cathy Salustri & Ryan Worthington: Submerged Stories - Florida's Underground Railroad
(E240)Submerged Stories: Florida's Underground Railroad In this episode of FLORIDA SPECTACULAR, Cathy Salustri & Ryan Worthington talk about Florida's Underground Railroad. Florida has a significant history with enslaved people escaping their oppressors in the United States. If you want to see history, these are places you can visit to learn the real history of Florida's underground railroad. ...
24m Feb 16
24m
S2 Ep1729: LOCALTOPIA LIVE Nanette Wiser Visits Vendors 2/14/2026
Hats off to Olga Bof for the best LOCALTOPIA yet, celebrating 13 years in downtown St. Pete and Williams Park. Listen to Olga and Mayor Ken Welch kick-off the event here. (https://audioboom.com/posts/8861386-localtopia-2026-olga-bof-and-mayor-welch-welcome-at-williams-park-2-14-26) Listen to Maddie Merrick's interviews here (https://audioboom.com/posts/8861546-localtopia-live-maddie-merrick-s-v...
30m Feb 16
30m
"Between the Lines" 2-15-26; Airs live from Ferg's Sundays 11am ET
#sportsradio #sportstalk #tampabaysports #betweenthelines #fergs #fergssportsbar #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
59m Feb 16
59m
S2 Ep1728: "What's Up at the Downs?" w/ Bob Bauer; 2-16-26
--Veteran sportswriter and handicapper Bob Bauer is here every week with the latest from Tampa Bay's Iconic racing venue celebrating its 100th Anniversary. -- Listen every race day for Bob's picks for the feature race on our St. Pete Sounds Channel at 9am and 11am and the live call of that same feature race on our Florida Sports Stream Channel. #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #tampabaydowns #sky...
13m Feb 16
13m
S2 Ep1727: "The Indie Circuit" 2-15-26; Airs Sundays 1pm ET @RadioStPete.com
#indie #indiemusic #indiecircuit #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
1hr 56m Feb 16
1hr 56m
S2 Ep1726: "The Homemade Broadcast" with Will Kuncz and Anna Hummel 2-15-25; Airs Sundays 6:05pm ET
& we’re back. This week, we recap the "big game" and the halftime show. A Pinellas Park bar makes national headlines for playing the Turning Point halftime show instead of Bad Bunny in his bar. Later, the beloved dog that won everyone's heart during the Puppy Bowl is dead. Sam Darnold paid a lot of taxes to California. Hear that on the Substack (https://hmbradio.substack.com/) . We will be bac...
32m Feb 16
32m
S2 Ep1725: HERITAGE VILLAGE Monica Drake & Hannah Hayes: 50th Birthday + America 250 Events
Host Nanette Wiser spoke with Monica Drake Historical Museum Operations Manager Heritage Village Museum & Park (https://www.heritagevillagefl.org/) and Hannah Hayes, Curator of Education, about all the upcoming events and oral history project being conducted by Pinellas County's Heritage Village with the help of community partners and organizations (Eckerd College professors and students (Parks...
18m Feb 15
18m
S2 Ep1724: PET TIPS Pinellas County Dog Parks & Rules
In this episode of PET TIPS, host Nanette Wiser showcases Pinellas County Dog Parks plus rules and tips for good fun with your fur-baby. Owners are required to supervise and clean up after their dogs. All dogs must be on a leash when outside the dog park area. Pinellas County is not responsible for the behavior of any dog. Bites or injury should be reported to Pinellas County Animal Services. ...
4m Feb 15
4m
S2 Ep1723: LOCALTOPIA LIVE! Maddie Merrick's Vendor Visits 2/14/2025
The 13th annual Localtopia celebration of our community was the best yet. Eckerd College"s WECX"s Maddie Merrick and RadioStPete"s Nanette Wiser meandered the ebullient crowds and caught up with vendors, neighbors and friends in the streets and at our booth with JKolb maestro and producing wizard Joe Boudow behind the scenes streaming the great mudsic live! Nice to see show hosts Tony Tyler, Do...
28m Feb 15
28m
S2 Ep1722: RAYS FAN FEST 2/14/2025
Jules Warren hit a home run at the Rays Fan Fest at Tropicana Field Feb. 14. The Fan Fest Block Party from 1-5 pm drew thousands of fans and featured autograph signings, family-friendly fun, mascot appearances and a charity yard sale of team memorabilia. Yay RAYS! Tampa Bay Rays MLB official site here (https://www.mlb.com/rays) . (Photo by Jules Warren) #juleswarren #tampabayrays #raysfanfest ...
6m Feb 15
6m
S2 Ep1721: Tampa St. Pete Sports Connection 2-14-26; Airs live from Ferg's Saturdays 11a-1pm ET
#sportstalk #sportsradio #sportsconnection #ferg's #mikerickord #MLB #NHL #NFL #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
2hr 1m Feb 14
2hr 1m
S2 Ep1720: Localtopia 2026! Olga Bof and Mayor Welch Welcome at Williams Park 2-14-26
Live broadcast.  #localtopia #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
6m Feb 14
6m
S2 Ep1719: City Proclamation Honoring Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association 2-12-26
Celebrating Al Downing during  Black History month. The Honorable Mayor Welch of St Petersburg named February 12, 2026 “Al Downing Day”and presented the association with a proclamation. The Assoc. had student members filling the City Hall chambers with jazz.  Catch live jazz, Monday at The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge from 7-9, @langston5494 @aldowningjazz #aldowningtampabayjazzassociation...
10m Feb 14
10m
1719: "Mark O' Radio Happy Hour Show" 2-13-26; Airs live Fridays 6-8pm ET
#markoradioshow1 #happyhour #jungleprada #tampabay #radio #radiostpete
1hr 42m Feb 14
1hr 42m
S2 Ep1718: Radio St Pete Day Reading of the Proclamation
The City of St. Petersburg officially recognized the impact and community service of Radio St. Pete with a special proclamation declaring March 4, 2026, as Radio St. Pete Day. ⸻ 🎙️ Opening Remarks Council Member Mike Harding introduces the proclamation and emphasizes the essential role local media plays in connecting residents. He highlights Radio St. Pete’s unique volunteer-driven nonprofit...
12m Feb 13
12m
S2 Ep1717: GARDENING in FLORIDA - Winter Veggie Tips
In this episode of GARDENING in FLORIDA, Nanette Wiser chats about planting and nurturing winter veggies in Pinellas County  with Theresa Badurek, Urban Horticulture Agent/Master Gardener Program Leader Certified Arborist FL-1307A, UF/IFAS Extension, Pinellas County. Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. (https://subscribe.ifas.ufl.edu/extweb/pinellas_planting.html) Sustainable Home Food P...
7m Feb 13
7m
S2 Ep1716: MUSIC SCENE Muriel Anderson Performs @Seven C Music 2/20
In this episode of Music Scene, host Nanette Wiser chats with the virtuoso harp guitar musician and composer performing at Seven C Music on February 20. Doors open @6:30pm. Currently living in Nashville with her artist boyfriend Bryan Allen (http://www.bryan-allen.com/) who creates her visuals in the multimedia show, the acclaimed musician will be touring the country, from Florida to California...
25m Feb 13
25m
S2 Ep1715: WEEKEND with WISER Lets Go Guide Localtopia, Rays Fan Fest 2/11/2026
(2/11/2026)  Best bets for February & March. This weekend features  7C music Saturday mornings 10-noon, Localtopia Feb. 14, Rays Fan Fest, Collard Green Festival, 2nd Saturday Artwalk, Galentine and Valentine fun and Mardi Gras Tuesday, concerts & plays at The Straz, Mahaffey Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Capitol Theater,   The Palladium (https://mypalladium.org/event-listing/)   and The Envelope ...
15m Feb 13
15m
S2 Ep1714: PASSION STRUCK John R. Miles: Steven Sloman on The Cost of Conviction: Deepest Values, Taboo Tradeoffs and Better Thinking
The Cost of Conviction: Deepest Values, Taboo Tradeoffs and Better Thinking (2/16/2026) We like to believe we make decisions by weighing evidence, considering outcomes, and thinking things through. But in reality, most of our choices are guided by something far more powerful and far less examined: our sacred values. In this episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles  interviews Steven Sloman, on...
54m Feb 12
54m
S2 Ep1713: GARDENING in FLORIDA Water Conservation Classes & Tips
In this episode of GARDENING in FLORIDA, host Nanette Wiser reminds you that we are in drought mode in Pinellas County. Here are some resources (https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/) that can help you. GARDENING in FLORIDA Podcasts (https://audioboom.com/channels/1842136-radio-st-pete-podcast-archive?search=gardening+in+florida) 👉The City of St. Petersburg has scheduled a series of free wat...
3m Feb 11
3m
S2 Ep1712: THE INNOVATION DISTRICT "State of Science & Innovation" 1/28/2026
RadioStPete is proud to rebroadcast The Innovation District' (https://www.stpeteinnovationdistrict.com/) s  "State of Science & Innovation" highlights from the January 28, 2026 symposium in St. Petersburg, FL. Thanks to CEO Alison Barlow and Nisuka Williams for their help on this event. 👉Check out their new podcast series, Innovation in the 'Burg hosted by Alison Barlow here and on their websi...
1hr 10m Feb 11
1hr 10m
S2 Ep1711: FLORIDA HUMANITIES Forum's Beyond The Pages: Send In The Clowns
In partnership with Florida Humanities and introduced by Executive Director Nashid Madyun, RadioStPete.com (http://radiostpete.com/) Sunshine 96.7 FM is thrilled to shine a light on Florida Humanities' podcast series entitled Beyond The Pages. Introduced by Madyun, each podcast shines a light on a uniquely Florida story.  Just in time for spring training, we are happy to rebroadcast today's epi...
13m Feb 11
13m
S2 Ep1716: ARTS ALIVE! Bill DeYoung with Olga Bof, LOCALTOPIA 2/14
In this episode of ARTS ALIVE!, St. Pete Catalyst's Bill DeYoung chats with Olga Bof, founder and director of Localtopia (https://localtopia.keepsaintpetersburglocal.org/) in downtown St. Pete Saturday, February 14. 👉Williams Park will be bustin’ out all over, as the saying goes, when Localtopia settles in Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Localtopia, the annual gathering of homegrown St. Pete ar...
22m Feb 11
22m
S2 Ep1710: LIVE LIFE BETTER Storytelling To End Mental Health Stigma: "This Is My Brave" @USF Tampa 2/27
In this episode of LIVE LIFE BETTER, host Nanette Wiser talks about an upcoming performance "This Is My Brave (https://www.thisismybrave.com/) " Feb. 27 @USF Tampa with producer Kristin Kosyluk, Ph.D.. Dr. Kosyluk is an Associate Professor and Director of the STigma Action Research (https://www.usf.edu/cbcs/mhlp/centers/star-lab/) (STAR) Lab (Department of Behavioral Health Science & Practice, ...
15m Feb 10
15m
S2 Ep1709: JEWELS with JULES: The Musical Journey of King Moore, 10 Year Old Phenom
From a Toddler with a Dream to the Big Stage: The Journey of King Moore An inspirational story of a young boy with big dreams and a big heart. He inspires other young people with his motto, “Dream big, never give up.” In this episode of Jewels with Jules, host Jules Warren shares the incredible story of a little boy with a big dream and two parents willing to sacrifice everything to help make ...
12m Feb 10
12m
S2 Ep1708: ROMANCE Ode To Loves Lost & Found - Crafting Valentine Letters
Making Memoir Magic host and author Kerry Kriseman and Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser talk about writing Valentine letters and making handmade cards  to express your feelings and as a prompt for memoir writing. #valentine #kerrykriseman #loveletters #writingprompt #memoirs #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete
8m Feb 10
8m
S2 Ep1707: GREY MATTERS Brian Peret - Pursue Your Dreams, AI Opportunities & Strategic Thinking
At CodeBoxx (https://www.facebook.com/codeboxxacademy?__cft__[0]=AZa0TrwQloJI82nE9CQLigXCayUG_72Qi9tD5XozEygnFXWuFOmwtGQlwfdza2tb8LPzLrayJFY6YBq4YDLlQhv7w3WnVrMMMMBagK1zCDmOZRuFUF2hDqGKaMqjgmMMYoYEwge728Ej0C60_mdV_gflaeJ2aSkbDoPS9-0gpnkRSW0Kv_rvHyUk9LY1wcmXuAs&__tn__=-]K-R) , they do more than train—they build community. Grey Matters host Brian Peret is also their Academy Director.  Brian Peret...
12m Feb 10
12m
S2 Ep1706: ST. PETE EATS Wendy Wesley on Empty Bowls, Nutrition Tips & Smart Eating
In this episode of ST. PETE EATS, host and nutrionist Wendy Wesley (https://wendywesleynutrition.com/) talks about her cooking classes at Daystar Life and on local TV plus the upcoming Empty Bowls fundraiser for Daystar Life (https://daystarlife.org/)  that she is participating in. Chatting with news director Nanette Wiser, they catch up on her thoughts on the new food pyramid, Valentine Day he...
12m Feb 10
12m
S2 Ep1705: MUSIC SCENE David Manson: St. Pete Jazz Festival, EMIT & SPC Jazz Concert 2/17
In this episode of MUSIC SCENE, host Nanette Wiser welcomes musician/conductor and St. Pete College professor David Manson back to studio to talk about his music with Helios Orchestra and O Som Do Jazz and the upcoming Feb. 17 jazz concert at The Palladium as well as the St. Pete Jazz Festival (https://www.stpetejazzfest.com/) sponsored by his EMIT Foundation. Craig Kallas & the Helios Jazz Orc...
18m Feb 10
18m
S2 Ep1696: BIG BROADWAY ENERGY Stephen Riordan: The Niceties' Tiffany Faykus + Leonora Octavia Tapper
On this episode of Big Broadway Energy, host Stephen Riordan welcomes back powerhouse artist and producer Tiffany Faykus, joined by actor Leonora Octavia Tapper, to talk about a bold, one-weekend-only Tampa Bay production of The Niceties—and the urgent conversations it sparks. Presented by Her Stories Told, The Niceties (by Eleanor Burgess) centers on a seemingly polite meeting between a white...
18m Feb 09
18m
S2 Ep1704: "What's Up at the Downs?" w/ Bob Bauer 2-9-26
--Veteran sportswriter and handicapper Bob Bauer is here every week with the latest from Tampa Bay's Iconic racing venue celebrating its 100th Anniversary. -- Listen every race day for Bob's picks for the feature race on our St. Pete Sounds Channel at 9am and 11am and the live call of that same feature race on our Florida Sports Stream Channel. #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #tampabaydowns #sky...
14m Feb 09
14m