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Join Surreal News 01-16-15 with Lakey Love, the FSU graduate student who organized the protest against FSU administration (President John Thrasher and colleagues) for accepting Koch influence with Lew and Steve. Check out our podcasts at thesurrealnews.com

ER Mason Author, Musician and Coordinator at the Space Center discussed ePublishing, Science Fiction writing, music and more on WSLR 96.5 LP FM in Sarasota Florida 11-14-14.

Rhana is walking across Florida to protest money in politics and corporate personhood on WSLR 96.5 LP Sarasota Florida Surreal News & Public Affairs Show 9-5-14.

Greg Para is running for Sarasota State Rep District 72 on WSLR 03-21-14.

Corie Holmes is a Democratic candidate for Manatee County Commissioner District 2 on WSLR 03-21-14.

Tim Norwood is running for Manatee County Commisioner District 4 in 2014 self described Tea Party Republican.

Surreal News featuring under reported news items Steve Spaulding (Common Cause) and Tracy Ingram Intention Technologies on the quest for the Tri-Corder on WSLR 96.5 LP FM in Sarasota Florida Oct 18, 2013.

Tracy Ingram discusses the quest for the Tri-Corder on WSLR 96.5 LP FM in Sarasota Florida Oct 18, 2013.

Robin DiSabatino currently is the Manatee County District 4 Commissioner and she joins WSLR 96.5 LP FM in Sarasota Florida on 1-20-14 to discuss her reelection and issues.

Terry Redman founder of Friends of Sarasota County Parks joins Surreal News on 01-10-14.

WSLR 96.5 LP FM in Sarasota Florida Surreal News Show welcomes Terri Wonder candidate for Manatee County Commissioner at Large on 12-20-13.

David Glasser joins WSLR 01-25-13 to discuss Hospice.

Tim has been with United for a Fair Economy since 2006. His work at UFE he has spanned across all functions of the organization, from finance and operations to fundraising, communications and programs. Today, Tim's a member primary focus is on federal policy advocacy. He is also co-author of UFE's 2012 State of the Dream report.

Sue Wilson Media Action center breaking news on Scott Walker getting free air time from the media on WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota Florida Surreal News 06-01-12.

Adam Tebrugge is a graduate of New College of Florida in 1982, and the Florida State University College of Law, with high honors, in 1984. He spent 23 years at the Public Defender's Office. In 1999 he became board certified as a criminal trial attorney. He is running for District 71 Florida State Rep.

Phillip Hayden from Antwerp on Ruben exhibit

Surreal News 07-22-11 features Clark Hull Director  of Environmental Permitting Program, Southwest Florida Water Management District and Ethan Polack on Debt Crisis plus Tannen Weekly, Media Matters Minutes and Surreal News with Joan and Andrea.

Surreal News 07-15-11 with JC Chance and Janice Felski (Lighthouse), Chrissy Schwen (Research Director Media Matters) on NewCorp and Murdock scandal plus Tannen Weekly, Media Matters Mintues and plenty of Surreal News with Joan, Andrea and Steve.

Surreal News 07-01-11 with Barbara Joe on Peace Corps (author “Triumph and Hope”) and Pete Gross (Hands Across the Sand) plus a Tannen Weekly, Media Matters Minute, under reported news with Joan, Andrea and Steve.

Surreal New 06-17-11 features Dan Signorelli on Sunscreens, Paul Flaherty from NOAA on Hurricaines and Ed Macrain Sarasota Emergency Management plus a Tannen Weekly and Media Matters Minutes and Surreal News with Steve and Andrea.

Jess Hunter-Bowman Associate Director, Witness for Peace on Crisis in Columbia on WSLR 96.5 LP FM 4-22-11

Sue Wilson award winning writer presents "Broadcast Blues" on WSLR 96.5 LP FM on Friday March 25.

Sarasota Baywatch on WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota FL.

Surreal News on Friday Dec 31 features Chet Thompson (President SILL Sarasota Institute of Lifetime Learning)

Surreal News on Friday Dec. 3 features Col. Don Nolan (START treaty). You can also hear the Surreal News podcast at thesurrealnews.com. Surreal News features local, state, National and International under reported news items and is on every Friday from 9 to 10 am. Col. Dan Nolan is a 26 year veteran of the US Army. He commanded the 1st Armored Division Artillery in Germany and Kosovo as well as served as principal advisor to General Tommy Franks at US Central Command. Col. Nolan is a graduate of the US Military Academy at West Point and holds a Masters of Arts from the Naval War College as well as a Masters of Science from the University of Southern California. Col. Nolan currently serves as CEO of Sabot 6, Inc. which focuses on strategic military planning as it relates to energy security.

Surreal News on Friday November 26th will feature Robert Putnam, author of American Grace. You can also hear the full episodes of Surreal News podcast at thesurrealnews.com. Surreal News features local, state, National and International under reported news items and is on every Friday from 9 to 10 am.

Surreal News on Friday June 18 this week features: Susan Fox (Alzheimer's Assoc.) and Ellen Clegg (The Alzheimer's Solution)  as our guests. Sue Fox is the Manatee County Program Specialist for the Florida Gulf Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. She holds a Master's Degree in Human Services and a bachelor's Degree in Psychology. She has over 15 years experience in Community Mental Health including Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychosocial Rehabilitation Sheltered Workshop experience. Sue is a Qualified Mental Heath/retardation Professional. Sue also has Social Services experience in Long Term Care. She is a transplant from the Chicago area. The Alzheimer's solution A provocative proposal for how America's health-care system can better address dementia, Alzheimer's and cognitive disorders

WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota's Community Radio Station News and Public Affairs welcomes Roger Lowenstein, an American financial journalist, reported for the Wall Street Journal for more than a decade, including two years writing its "Heard on the Street" column, 1989 to 1991. Before becoming a full time journalist, Lowenstein was an attorney with various New Jersey law firms. His newest book is "End of Wall Street". Forum Truth is pleased to announce. Financial journalist Roger Lowenstein will be appearing on Tuesday, April 27 at Holly Hall @ 7:30 pm.

Benn Tannenbaum: Associate Program Director, Center for Science, Technology and Security Policy; former Senior Research Analyst, Federation of American Scientists; securing materials, nuclear forensics, radiation monitoring He will discuss: Global Nuclear Security Summit World leaders convene to discuss controlling nuclear materials More than 40 heads of state will meet for a global nuclear security summit in Washington, DC on April 12-13, 2010. Attendees will develop a plan of action to secure vulnerable nuclear materials, prevent nuclear material smuggling, and deter, detect and disrupt attempts at nuclear terrorism. The summit aims to encourage individual nations to work together to strengthen global national security.

Cynthia Tucker was born 1955 in Monroeville, Alabama, and is a syndicated columnist. After being nominated two previous years, Cynthia was recognized with a Pulitzer Prize for Commentary in 2007, “for her courageous, clear-headed columns that evince a strong sense of morality and persuasive knowledge of the community”. She currently works out of Washington D.C. for the Atlanta Journal and Constitution.

WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota's Community Radio Station News and Public Affairs welcomes Dr. Cynthia MagGuire (PTSD and Military) When: Friday, Feb 19 from 9 am to 10 am EST Where: The Surreal News on WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota, Florida. If you cannot get it then hear the show live via INTERNET STREAMING (on WSLR.org "Live Broadcasting"), or hear us podcast on demand on iTunes, on Pacifica Broadcast Network, or at the web site thesurrealnews.com. Dr. Cynthia MagGuire will discuss her experiences treating PTSD in the Military.

WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota’s Community Radio Station News and Public Affairs welcomes Pulitzer Prize winning reporter and Emmy-winning correspondent Hendrick Smith. Hedrick Smith will be participating in the February 4 Forum Truth speaker series, sharing his experiences with the New York Times and as the award-winning creator of many prime-time specials and mini-series for PBS.

BRIAN MILLER, Executive Director of United for a Fair Economy Before coming to UFE, Brian served as executive director of Tennesseans for Fair Taxation (TFT) from 1997 to 2009. Earlier he was a community organizer for Louisiana Coalition for Tax Justice, Louisiana Citizen Action, and Community Farm Alliance in Kentucky With TFT, he helped bring Tennessee to the brink of comprehensive tax reform, including creation of a state income tax, and later to pass the state's first food tax reduction. Brian and the other authors of the report, "The State of the Dream 2010 Drained: Jobless and Foreclosed; Pulling the Plug in Communities of Color," can tell the story of the Great Recession using a racial lens; and they can suggest policies that would narrow the racial wealth gap and bring economic recovery to all Americans.

Brief Summary of ACCEPTANCE by David Marcus Gwyeth Smith, known as Smitty, is a renowned guidance counselor who believes that getting into college should be a kid’s first great moment of self-discovery. In Acceptance, David L. Marcus, Pulitzer Prize–winning former education writer for U.S. News & World Report, spins an absorbing narrative of a year in the lives of Smitty and “his” kids. At a diverse public school in Long Island, New York, Smitty works his unique magic on students’ applications and their lives, helping them find the right college by figuring out who they are, rather than focusing on what their test scores, grades, and finances reflect. Loaded with advice that readers can apply to their own college searches, Acceptance is a book that thousands of students and their parents will find indispensable.

Surreal News 12/11 features Cheryl Lesch (Nurse on National Nurses United Promoting Safer Care and RN Rights; RN-to-Patient Ratio in Florida)

Coz Cozzi COZ Cozzi & Hera Konstantinou have been training agility for over 10 years. While their dogs have been competing at the national level since 2002, they are most proud of the enthusiasm their dogs have for the sport. They first started agility as a way to build confidence in one of their shy dogs, who has become a happy dog and a self-assured competitor. COZ & Hera teach agility as a great way to build a special bond with your canine companion. Whether playing in the backyard or competing, agility is all about having fun with your dog. COZ and Hera are active with various dog-rescue groups. Two of their agility dogs, Paka and Puppy, were rescued from shelters. Both dogs have gone on to achieve top rankings in agility. OceanWolf Agility

Our Oct 2 show on WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota’s Community Radio Station News and Public Affairs welcomes David Swanson, author “Daybreak: Undoing the Imperial Presidency and Forming a More Perfect Union.” “Daybreak offers a powerful and compelling picture of what real change in America could look like. The world needs more true advocates of democracy like David Swanson!” -Thom Hartmann (Syndicated Radio Show host)

Dave Potter (Director of Family Partnership Center), Terry and Michelle join Larry and Steve on Surreal News (News and Public Affairs from WSLR 96.5 LP FM Sarasota Florida). Prevention of Child Abuse through Family Education and Support is discussed.

Jacob Kurtzer (Refugees International) on Actions Planned in U.S. and Around World on Colombian Crisis. Jacob is a Congressional Advocate with Refugees International; Former Legislative Assistant for Congressman Robert Wexler (D-FL); Former Volunteer, American Anti-Slavery Group, working to monitor and combat slavery worldwide; Internally Displaced Persons, trade and human rights, drug policy, foreign policy. He joins Larry and Steve on WSLR 96.5 LP FM from Sarasota Florida on April 17, 2009.

Peter Dunn from Daily Source.

Professor New College Meg Lowman.

Maura Stephens is a writer reporting on impact of War on Iraqi families

Andrea Daniels, candidate for Sarasota City Commision joins the Steves and Prof. Evelyn Tenenbaum from Albany Law School discusses Ethics of Bodies Exhibit.

Ellen Bukstel and Nancy Wuerzberger discuss the song "They Lost My Vote" Then Reggie Mitchell PFAW lawyer for Revote law suit in District 13 US Congressional race joins Steve2, Larry and Steve.

Reggy Mitchell People For the American Way lawyer for Revote in District 13 Sarasota Florida US Congressional race joins Steve squared and Larry.

Jared Feuer from Amnesty Internation and Donna Hall from Womens Donar Network focus on Human Rights, Fair Elections and more with Steve and Alan

Ira Shorr is the National Field Director of Physicians for Social Responsibility. Senator Jesse Trusmee tells us why he is running for President. Kindra Muntz from Sarasota Alliance for Fair Elections is for paper ballots and verifyable elections

Jim Ellinger from Austin Airwaves tells us how he was run over by FEMA when he tried to help Katrina survivors in New Orleans.