Pensacola Expert Panel

Chris Heaney, Director of Building Jobs, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the programs and upcoming events provided by Studer Community Institute with a focus on the 2026 EntreCon Conference , November 12-13, 2026 at the Saenger Theatre in Pensacola. For 2026 EntreCon Conference info, schedule of events, speakers, sponsors, tickets and more go to: www.studeri.org 

Chad Picou joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the products and services provided by Affiliated Insurance. This episode he focuses on the current "Open Enrollment" insurance seasons for Medicare and the Affordable Care Act with  various plans and options available for  those seeking insurance coverage. For more info or to make an appointment call: 850-477- 5840.

Benjamin Murphy, Director of Marketing, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services and products provided by Quality Roofing Solutions..  This episode Ben focusess on storm recovery solutions, the value of every QRS customer and answers "roofing" questions from listeners.  For more info go to: www.qualityroofingsolutions.com or call: 850-788-7691.

Rachel Smith, Outreach & Evnets Specialist joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services, programs and upcoming events with Gulf Coast Kid"s House..  Tickets still available for the "Brunch & Bubbles' fundraiser this Sunday, November 1st and the upcoming concert at Viny Music Hall.  For more info about the organization and to purchase tickets go to: www.gulfcoastkidshouse.org and to report suspected child abuse call: 1-800-96ABUSE

Terence A. Gross, Owner and Managing Partner , joins PEP Talk with Meg to tallk about the legal services provided by Gross and Schuster, personal Injury law firm.  This episode he discusses the recent actions of Gov. Ron DeSantis and the legal impacts for Florida.  For more info call: 850-433-3333 or go to: www.grossandschuster.com

Brandon Johnson, Director of Sales and Marketing, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services, amenites and  advantages of choosing University Pines Sky Acting Living  for you or your loved ones starting the new adventure of senior Independent Living.  For more information go to: www.universitypinesskyactiveliving.com  or to schedule at tour call: 850-476-6333 or stop by: 8991 University Parkway in Pensacola. 

Andy Anderson, Veterans Services Officer, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services and  upcming Veterans' events provided by the Santa Rosa County Veterans Services Office. For more info about the upcoming Veterans Food Distribution on Nov. 6th and Veterans' Day Ceremony on Nov. 11, 2026  go to: www.santa.rosa.fl./379/Veterans-Services.com  or call :850-981-7115 

Jonathan Cook, Owner, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the products and services provided by Jonathan's Construction and Flooring.  This week Jonathan focuses on post-storm recovery, more pre-storm preparation tips and answers questions from listeners.  For more info go to: www.jonathansflooring.com or stop by their Showroom at: 9320 N. Palafox St.   

Marina Wiedebac, Marketing Director  for Pensacola Mess Hall, Dr. Layne Yoneshiro, President of the Japan-American Society of NWFL & HizashiCon Board Member and Debi Janea, Academy Director & Choreographer for Ballet Pensacola join PEP Talk with Meg to talk about their special programs and events for the 2026 Foo Foo Festival , October 29 thru November 9, 2026. For info on all the  Foo Foo Festival events, locations,event calendar, tickets and more go to: www.foofoofest.com

Christine Brewster, VP of Membership and current interim President/CEO ,joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the exciting schedule of events coming up for the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Taste of the Beach., October 29 thru November 1st on Pensacola Beach.For event schedules, tickets, participating restaurants and more go to: www.tasteofpensacolabeach.com   To learn more about upcoming PBCC events, membership and business directory go to: www.pensacolabeachchamber.com

Mike Wiggins joins PEP Talk wtth Meg every Tuesday to host: "The Garden Line" . This week Mike talks about yard and garden storm recovery, lawncare and various grasses and answers "Gardening" questions from listeners. 

Brian Prawitz, ADX Digital Marketing consultant, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the strategies and products available from ADX Digital Marketing fo your business success.   For a FREE Business consultation call Jeff Wayne, General Sales Manager at: 850-262-6000 or go to: www.adxdigitalmarketing.com

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Todd Thomson, President/CEO, and his guest Sara Lefevers, VP with Shumaker Advisors join PEP Talk with Meg to host the: "Pensacola Chamber Connection" for the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce. This episode they discuss the upcoming elections, various amendments and initiatives featured on the ballot for the 2026 Midterm election in Escambia County, Florida.  For more info go to : www.pensacolachamber.com

Malcolm Ballinger , Owner and Publisher, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the latest news from Ballinger Publishing, Pensacola community news and events. For a digital copy of the October Pensacola Magazine or Downtown Crowd go to: www.ballingerpublishing.com

(originally aired 10/22/26)  Alex Gartner, Artistic and Executive Director joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the upcoming events and programs with the Pensacola Children's Chorus.  For more info go to: www.pensacolasings.org

Mary McClellan, VP of Development with the Pensacola Humane Society and Michelle Cramer, President of the NWFL Great Dane Rescue and her guest Great Dane "Blossom" join PEP  Talk with guest host Jessica Siderio to talk about the collaboration of both of their fundraising events to create: "Great Barktoberfest" to be held, Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Seville Square and Fountain Park in Pensacola.  For more info go to : www.nwflgdr.com

Stefan Schmitt, Marine Services instructor at George Stone Technical College and Bill Kidman, Marine Services manager at Key Marine Center of NW FL  with guest host Jessica Siderio join PEP Talk to host :" Boat Smart" .  For more info go to: www.keymarinecenter.com  or www.georgestonecollege.edu or subscribe on YouTube to: "Boat Smart Tricks of the Trade"

Elden Scott, Chief Kindness Officer, joins PEP Talk with guest host Jessica Siderio,  to talk about all things Sonny's BBQ. For more info, locations, menus and to download the Sonny's BBQ App  go to: www.sonnysbbq.com

Ingo Starke, Leading Knight,  and Dierdre Glynn join PEP Talk with guest host Jessica Siderio to talk about the upcoming events sponsored by the Pensacola Beach Elks Lodge  including the Elks Halloween 5K and Kids Monster Dash on Saturday, October 31st.  Plus,the many ways they give back in service to the local community . To sign up for the 5k go to: www.runsignup.com For more info go to: www.elks.org  and go to: Lodge 497.

Christine Brewster, VP of Membership and current Interim President/CEO, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the exciting schedule of events coming up for the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Taste of the Beach: A Culinary Journey, October 29- November 1, 202t6 on Pensacola Beach with special events every day including: a Sunset Cruise, & Cocktails,  VIP Trolley Dinner, Taste of the Beach Festival and Sunday Brunch Trolley Experience. For event schedules, tickets, participating restaurants and more go to: www.tasteofpensacolabeach.com   To learn more about upcoming PBCC events, membership and business directory go to: www.pensacolabeachchamber.com

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Stephanie Dodon joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services and products offered by Emerald Coast Coins, current gold & silver market prices and fun ideas for gift-giving.  For more info call: 850-473-4515 or check out their new Facebook and TikTok pages for the latest updates.

Alex Gartner, Artisitic and Executive Director, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the upcoming events and programs with the Pensacola Children's Chorus including the upcoming  "Halloween Haunt-Cert"  a  family friendly Halloween concert on Mon and Tues. October 26 and 27 at 6:30pm.  For location, tickets and more info go to: www.pensacolasings.org

Christina Leavenworth, the top real-estate agent in Pensacola, joins PEP Talk with Meg to dive into everything you need to know about buying, selling and investing in Pensacola.  Visit www.bestrealtors.com for more info and resources from Pensacola's Best Real Estate Team or go to: www.christineleavenworth.com  To speak directly to a member of the Leavenworth Team call :850-785-3996.

Chris Roney, Owner, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services provided by Ace Unlocks Pensacola. This week Chris talks about post-storm recovery,  preventive measures homeowners and vehicle owners can take to not find themselves "locked out" and gives examples of client "rescues".  Add this number to your Contacts Today!  850-505-7545  or for more info go to: www.aceunlocks.com

Staci Orren (HR ad Benefits Manager)  and Kirk Waters (Business Development Manager) join PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the payroll and employment services provided by Avalon HR, an IRS-Certified, Professional Employment Organization (PEO)  For more info go to: www.avalonhr.com

John A. Jacobsen, J.D., Public  Insurance Adjuster, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services provided with Final Analysis.  This week he discusses the important role a Public Insurance Adjuster can play for home and business owners after a major storm and post-disaster recovery.  For an appointment or more info call: 239-919-6624 or e-mail: [email protected]

Jonathan Cook, Owner , joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the products and services provided by Jonathan's Construction and Flooring.  This week Jonathan focuses on post-storm recovery and gettting ready for the Holdays renovations.  For more info go to: www.jonathansflooring.com or stop by their Showroom at: 9320 North Palafox St. 

Seth Durko and Jessica Ayers, Community Relationship Specialists, join PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the medical care, services and programs offered by Ochsner Novant Health 65+ Clinics in Pensacola.  There are two locations: 1095, East Nine Mile Rd (850-558-4665) and 5998 Mobile Hwy. (850-558-4670)  For more info go to: www.digital.ochsner.org/65plus-pensacola  or go to their Facebook page.

Ken and Kenny Schartel, Owners join PEP Talk with Meg to host: "The Car Care Show" sponsored by Affordable Automotive Gulf Breeze.  This episode they discuss "Fall Car Care and Post-Hurricane Safety" plus answer "Car Care" questions from listeners.  To make an appointment call: 850-932-0811 or for more info go to: www.affordableautomotivegulfbreeze.com

Mike Wiggins joins PEP Talk with Meg every Tuesday to host: "The Garden Line'. This week Mike discusses yard and garden post-storm recovery,  "Fall gardening" and answers "Gardening" questions from listeners. 

Brian Prawitz, ADX Digital Marketing consultant joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the strategies and products available from ADX Digital Marketing. This week Brian talks about using digital resources for storm recovery advertising and planning ahead for the Holiday season. For a FREE Business consultation call Jeff Wayne, General Sales Manager at: 850-262-6000 or go to: www.adxdigitalmarketing.com

Stephanie Mickler (Board President), Ginger Davis (Past President & Board Member) and Susan Fournier (Board Member) join PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services provided by the volunteers with the NWFL Guardian Ad Litem Foundation for kids in the foster care system. To sponsor or purchase a ticket for their upcoming fundraiser "Groove & Give" on Friday, November 6, 2026,  6pm-10pm at The Sancturary go to: www.nwfgal.org/events or call Ginger Davis at: 210-410-8113 .  To volunteer contact recruitier Joan Irby at: 850-595-3746. 

Malcolm Ballinger, Owner and Publisher, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the latest news from Ballinger Publishing, Pensacola community news and events. For a digital copy of the October Pensacola Magazine or Downtown Crowd go to: www.ballingerpublishing.com

Jamie Coffey (Director of Public Affairs) and Christy Mason (Deputy Director of Public Affairs) join PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the NAS Whiting Field Storm recovery and the special connection between Kenneth Whiting and female aviator Amelia Earhart. To learn more about support services  and see the calendar of events go to: www.navymwrwhitingfield.com

Paige Carey, VP  and PR Director joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services provided by A HOPE (Animal, Health, Outreach, Prevention and Education)  and the "Snip Happens: Veterinary Clinic in Milton, FL.  This week she updates us on the clinics Post Hurricane Isaias recovery, local dog food giveaways and the need for sponsors for the upcoming fundraiser: 3rd Annual  "A HOPE Aces for Animals" Doubles Tennis Mixer on November 6, 2026.  To register, sponsor, donate or for more clinic pet services info call: 850-795-2287 or go to: www.ahopemilton.com

Stefan Schmitt, Marine Services instructor at George Stone Technical College joins PEP Talk with Meg to host: "Boat Smart".sponsored by Key Marine Center of NW FL  This week Stefan shares the good news of a new scholarship from the George W. Stone Family Foundation for GSTC students, and offers the definitions of "derelict", "wrecked" and "junk" boats as important to know post Hurricane Isaias.  For moe info go to: www.keymarinecenter.com or go to: www.georgetonecollege.edu or subscribe on YouTube to : "Boat Smart Tricks of the Trade". 

Elden Scott, Chief Kindness Officer, joins PEP Talk with Meg to Talk about all things Sonny's BBQ. This week Elden shared about the post-hurricane meals provided by Sonny's BBQ, catering for storm workers, open store locations, the Fall menu and more!  For more info and to download the Sonny's BBQ App go to: www.sonnysbbq.com

Dr. Ben McMillon joins PEP Talk with Meg to discuss the Chiropractic services provided by Neal Clinic Comprehensive Chiropractive Healthcare. For more info go  or to make an appointment call: 850-479-2700 or go to: www.nealclinic.com

Dr. Mark Sprayberry, Owner and Veterinarian, joins PEP Talk with Meg to host: "Sit,Stay and Listen with Dr. Mark"  to discuss the animal services provided by Olive Branch Pet Hospital and Play n" Stay Boarding and Daycare.  This episode Dr. Mark talks about the activiites offered at the Play n' Stay Daycare and answers "Pet Care" questions from listeners. To make an appointment call: 850-477-2901 or go to: www.olivebranchpethospital.com

Robert Bender, Escambia County Supervisor of Elections  joins PEP Talk with Meg to discuss the upcoming Midterm Election.  He reviews how Escambia County Voters can vote In-person, Mail-In ballot protocal, important voting election dates, locations and more.  Official Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2026.  For more information go to: www.escambiavotee.gov