--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.

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& we’re back. This week, Anna clogged the toilet at work. Hostile food service experiences as an employee. Tampa Airport says no more jammies.  Later, in the uncensored portion, we talk about Instagram Fatties and dying uncles. Hear that on the Substack. It's free.

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Kicking off our March 4th RadioStPete Day live broadcast from our THRIVE DTSP studio,  Soundcape's Dominico Pontoreiro & Big Broadway Energy's Stephen Riordan chatted with St. Petersburg City Council Chair Lisset Hanewicz, District 4. 
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TOURS for TUSKS is coming to The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art  March 13 with a talk and a documentary about a rescued elephant and his keeper, their bond and why elephant rescue is so crucial due to poachers and climate change.  The event highlights the rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation of India's elephants, featuring the film "My Sweet Paro" and meet-and-greets. Host Nanette Wiser spoke with Kartick Satyanarayan, the co-founder and CEO of Wildlife SOS, a leading conservation organization dedicated to protecting India’s wildlife.
For more than 25 years, Kartick has worked to rescue animals from exploitation and prov...

In this episode of Car-Free Conversations, hosts Domenico and Saumitra sit down with Misty Botorff to explore the growth and revitalization of the Skyway Marina District in St. Petersburg, Florida—and how people can experience it without needing a car.

Revitalizing the Skyway Marina District

Misty explains that the Skyway Marina District is both a neighborhood and a business association focused on revitalizing a once-underdeveloped corridor along 34th Street South. The district stretches roughly from Eckerd College to the water near Interstate 275 and is working to attract businesses, support local entrepreneurs, and build a vibrant co...

In this interview, host Nanette Wiser shares what you need to know about digestive health & colon cancer. We talked prevention, symptoms, treatment and the importance of colon cancer screenings with Dr. Luv Hijirawala, a colorectal surgeon with AdventHealth. Did you know March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month?
Find out more @SPOTLIGHT TAMPA BAY TIMES Wellness Event March 11!
Want to learn how to protect your digestive health? Research shows adults under 50 are facing growing digestive health risks, linked to factors such as alcohol consumption, ultra‑processed foods and changes to the gut microbiome. For those who grew up in...

In this episode of HISTORICALLY ST. PETE, St. Petersburg Museum of History's Executive Director Rui Farias talks about St. Petersburg's milestones (St. Pete High, City of St. Pete), the museum's Sunshine Soiree's honorees, news about their expansion, 3/12 Happy Hour with the Historian Dan Hirshberg's baseball talk & more!

Tiger Dust is an antiques and oddities shop that has been part of the community for nearly four years. The owners began the store using pieces from their own collections and now focus on curating items that reflect the shop’s distinctive style. In addition to retail, the space functions as a community hub, hosting First Friday craft sessions and offering a welcoming “third space” for people to gather outside of home and work, even as the business navigates seasonal changes.

Sarah Doan 

4222 N Florida Ave Suite B, Tampa, FL 33603

instagram: tigerdustheights 

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Sunken Gardens in downtown St. Pete is an iconic treasure and in this episode, host Jennifer Tyson talks about NO MOW MARCH & the 3/28 annual ORCHID FEST! Spring is in the air, and new growth is popping up after our cold snaps! We fared well, thankfully, as our sunken garden is covered by a veritable blanket of historic live oaks and palms. 🦩Our stunning wall of bougainvillea is putting on a colorful show just as our camelias and Florida’s official state wildflower, Coreopsis, are popping with colorful blooms. 
Did you know that many of the dainty flowers some consid...

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For the past 10 years, the Palladium Theater’s Beacon Dance concert has been a guiding light for appreciators and aficionados of dance, and the amazing, poetic things of which the human body is capable. There isn’t a lot of professional-caliber dance in the Tampa Bay area, and that’s another reason Beacon – which trips the Palladium light fantastic for the 11 th consecutive year tonight – is always a highlight of the spring season. March 6 BEACON Dance tickets here.

Joining host Bill DeYoung in studio are Beacon founders Helen French and Lauren Slone, dancers and choreographers both, guest on today’s...

(3/6/2026) Big Broadway Energy's host Stephen Riordan debuts in The Drawer Boy at OFF-Central, Saturday is CommUNITY St. Pete at Azalea Park & SPIFFS at England Park/Pinellas Park (come see us at our CommUNITY booth or tune in for the music) and Pete Gallagher Florida Folk Show 10-noon with a rousing tribute to the legendary Ray Bookbinder who passed this week at age 82 celebrated by local musicians!  Palladium hosts BEACON dance (30 groups) Friday and Boogie Woogie Blues Stomp with Liz Pennock and pals Saturday.
🎶 Enjoy concerts at Central Park Performing Arts Center, Capitol Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Baycare Sound, The Maha...

In this episode of Hypatia Collaborative's GOOD DEEDS, host Bradley Nabours introduces us to Sapheria Emani Samuels, founder and executive director of the The Packs of Love Foundation, Inc. This 501c3 Non-Profit organization tackling the decline of self-esteem, sense of belonging, and sense of security amongst kids in the foster care system. They provide consistent care packages of encouragement, resources and essentials, designed to IMPACT the way kids in foster care reach self-actualization and feel the gift of L.O.V.E
The Packs of Love Foundation, founded in 2022 by Sapheria Emani Samuels, is a St. Petersburg-based nonprofit dedicated...

In this episode of LIVE LIFE BETTER, host Nanette Wiser chats with Theo Harvey is a digital health innovator who helps patients and providers connect virtually to better improve patient health and wellness with easier access.  Theo Harvey, MSEE, MBA, is the CEO and Co-Founder of SynsorMed, a Google-backed digital healthcare company transforming how care is delivered. A seasoned engineer turned entrepreneur, Theo merges 20 years of corporate experience with an unshakable belief that innovation should serve humanity first. His leadership has empowered thousands of patients and providers to connect virtually, long before telehealth became standard practice. 👉👉SynsorMed is an AI-powe...

Naked Ed, Manatee Springs, and Fat Mermaids (That's a Good Thing!)

Author Holly Sprinkle joins the podcast to talk about her book, Florida Natural Springs: A History. The trio talks about — among other things — Naked Ed, the historic marker at Manatee Springs, and why fat mermaids are the best mermaids.
The William Bartram plaque at Manatee Springs  Buy Holly's book!

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It's hard to believe that hurricane season is around the corner, but June 1 will soon be here. Theresa Badurek talks about how to prepare trees for hurricane season in Pinellas County. Badurek is an Urban Horticulture Agent/Master Gardener Program Leader and Certified Arborist FL-1307A for UF/IFAS Extension, Pinellas County.
Prepare trees for hurricane season in Pinellas County by hiring a certified arborist to prune and thin canopies, removing dead or weak branches, and improving structure, ideally in late winter or early spring. Key actions include reducing wind resistance, clearing limbs 4-6 feet from roofs, and inspecting...

Jules Warren chats about women's wellness with Lee Cotton, author of "A Nourishing Perspective." Stuart, Florida Registered Dietitian Lee Cotton’s new book is an evidence-based guide that provides a compassionate roadmap for women to harmonize their relationship with food and their bodies, across every stage of life; from girlhood and puberty through menopause and beyond. “It’s time to stop restricting and start nourishing your body, mind, and soul with actionable, grace-filled nutrition advice,” shares Lee.
👉In her book, Lee educates women on how to reconnect with their body’s natural rhythms and hunger cues and examines the complexit...

Daniel Coyle on How to Flourish: Why Mattering is the Key to Building a Meaningful Life

 
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Sunday, March 1, 2026) – Nikita Johnson earned his first INDY NXT by Firestone victory Sunday, winning his hometown Grand Prix of St. Petersburg after prevailing in a duel of talented teenagers.Johnson, from St. Petersburg, delivered his first victory in just his fourth career start in the INDYCAR development series. It also was the first INDY NXT victory for Cape Motorsports, which Johnson joined this offseason after a part-time foray last season in the series with HMD Motorsports.SEE: Race Results“I can’t thank the boys from Cape Motorsports enough and everyone from ECR who has been helping...

Celebrating 125 years, Stetson College School of Law's Ben Barros joined Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser in studio to talk about their history, Hall of Fame, preparing students for a law career, legal writing and research and arguing cases in court in a world where civil discourse seems to be in chaos, Stetson's students set the bar high for integrity. In 2023, the former law library was transformed into a 16,000 square foot Advocacy Institute, offering the most courtrooms of any law school in the country. US News & World Report named the College #1 in Trial Advocacy and #3 in Legal Writing. Learn more...

News Director Nanette Wiser chats with Michael Van Sickler about his new role as Tampa Bay Times Politics Editor. The former Managing Editor of News & Engagement is no stranger to state, regional and local politics. We talk about the 2026 races, the candidates, the key issues and how you can keep track through responsible sources of what's happening in our community and beyond. Sign up for his newsletter and follow him on social media.
Says Michael: "Ever since I was a kid, I was a politics junkie. It was a way for me to relate to my dad, and...

In this episode of STORYTIME, host Janet Keeler chats with Linda Hansen, who she met at the 2025 Oxford Exchange children's author book fair. The retired non-profit executive has two beautiful books with her watercolor illustrations based on the animals she loves to watch around her home. Meet "Otto the Otter" and "Little Lost Dog," introducing children to the magic of connecting with nature and wildlife.
ABOUT THE SHOW Storytime with Janet Keeler is for grandparents, parents and kids of all ages about why reading out loud matters, recommended books for kids and excerpts read aloud from Keeler's favorite...

Welcome back to studio ladies! LIVE from STATION 12 STUDIO Mary Rachel Quinn & Rocio Escobar talk about their movie and TV roles (Mary Rachel, Tulsa Knights with Sly Stallone) while the Third Amiga Eugenie Bondurant is in India on a film shoot. The Station 12 Studio Improv Showcase is March 14 at Green Light Lounge + Kitchen, next to their home base of Green Light Studios! They talk about the upcoming Oscars and what they think (yes, there is a party March 15th at GL+K), craft of acting, improvisation and upcoming classes at Green Light Cinema.  From core scene or master scene s...

In this episode of ECKERD COLLEGE NEWS, Correspondent & WECX station co-manager Maddie Merrick chats with Professor Tim Bransford  about his primate research. He joined the Animal Studies faculty starting in the 2020-2021 academic year. The courses he teaches include but are not limited to Introduction to Animal Studies, Animal Behavior, and Statistics for Animal Studies.
PRIMATE RESEARCH Tim is a primatologist that works with both wild and captive primates, and uses a variety of direct and remote observation methods to answer questions about primate foraging and ranging behavior, ecology, conservation biology, and the human-animal interface. He has worked w...

In this episode of Car-Free Conversations on Radio St. Pete, hosts Domenico and Saumitra sit down with Tara Hubbard — environmental advocate, founder of The Sunline initiative, and owner of Hubbard’s Ferry — to talk about reimagining mobility and public space in St. Pete.

Tara shares the vision behind The Sunline, a grassroots effort to activate and transform the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail into a greener, more accessible, and more vibrant community corridor. Born from hands-on environmental work like tree planting and trail cleanups, The Sunline aims to make the trail a true transportation spine — not just a recreati...

We love Florida Humanities and are proud to be partner in rebroadcasting their podcasts and interviews hosted by Nashid Madyun, Executive Director. Today, host Nanette Wiser was thrilled to chat with the woman behind FORUM Magazine, long-time contributor Janet Scherberger who is now editor of FORUM in addition to being their Communications Consultant who organizes heritage tours.
We talked about the Fall 2025 Surviving the '30s issue and her article on Florida State Parks with the former St. Pete Times' reporter and VP Communications Tampa International Airport. Janet gave us a tour of the upcoming Spring 2026 issue featuring an o...

In this episode of GOOD DEEDS, host Nanette Wiser learns about non-profit EverForward's youth-centered advocacy & support services from Tonya Ruble-Richter, M.Ed, President/CEO. As CEO and President of EverForward, Tonya leads with both strategy and soul, combining operational excellence with deep compassion and strong systems advocacy. Known for expanding programs, securing vital funding, and building empowered teams, she ensures every decision keeps children and families at the center. Her leadership is driven by purpose, humanity, and a relentless commitment to improving outcomes for youth and strengthening communities
Tonya Ruble-Richter brings over 20 years of nonprofit and leadership experience...

--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 #skywayfestivalday #horseracing #thoroughbreds #bobbauer

#indiecircuit #indiemusic #indie #tampabay #radio #radiostpete 

& we’re back. This week, Will and Anna are sick so apologies for the coughing but we talk about Anna’s new job. The Rays to Tampa? State of the Union highlights. Later, Declassified CIA files reveal chilling blueprint to manipulate Americans’ minds through covert drugging with vaccines. The highs and letdowns of the Epstein Files & complaining. Lots of complaining. Hear that on the Substack.

We will be back live next week on Wednesday at 6:00PM over at WillsYouTube.com

We do an extra half hour on our Substack that is uncut and uncensored, hope to see...

(3/2/2026) Welcome to Episode 15 of THE CLASSICAL SCENE with Dr. Victor Minke Huls, Associate Principal Cellist of The Florida Orchestra!  In this episode, mother and son share personal stories about their upcoming duet performance at the Imagine Glass Museum! 
👉Cellist Linda Minke, based in Neptune Beach, Florida, just can't get enough of this fun music-making! With a Masters degree in Cello Performance and decades of orchestral playing, Linda added fiddle to her life and now also plays ukulele, washboard, and Celtic harp. Linda's Suzuki teacher-training, symphonic playing, and Waldorf knowledge combined with over 40 years teaching experience enable her to nurture stude...

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Sunday, March 1, 2026) – Alex Palou picked up right where he left off in 2025, opening the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season with a dominant victory in the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.Palou won his third consecutive and fourth overall series championship last season by a whopping 196 points, an advantage of more than three races, and he and Chip Ganassi Racing showed the same swagger on a sun-splashed Sunday in Florida.SEE: Race ResultsReigning event winner Palou, from Spain, cruised to his 20th career victory in just his 99th start, driving his No. 10 DHL Chip Ganassi Racing Honda to...