Radio St. Pete Podcast Archive

In this episode of Beauty & The Burg, host Cindy Stovall discovers a new gallery in downtown St. Pete inbthis interview with Jovian Browne!Today, in her role as the director of Browne Art in St Petersburg, Jovian Browne focuses on elevating artists and building distinct collections for private collectors. By creating academically rigorous exhibitions and cultivating a new market of collectors downtown, Jovian plays a crucial role in developing the St. Pete arts community to its next level. Browne has 20 years of experience creating exhibitions between New York, Los Angeles, Berlin, and Mexico, specializing in immersive formats that activate and engage audiences in unexpected ways. Browne has deepened her curatorial practice through collaborations with national and international galleries and museums. The innovation of her exhibition formats has been noted in The New York Times.Jovian Browne | [email protected] [email protected] 1st Ave S, Ste. 200-197, 3rd FloorSt. Petersburg, FL 33701Thursday - Friday 12 - 6 pmSaturday 10 am - 4pmPrivate Viewings By AppointmentTuesday - Saturday 10 am - 6 pmCurrent exhibition by Francesco Agresti #beautyandthe burg # cindystovall#jovianbrowne #artgallery #st.pete 

Play Ball!! with Dan Hirshberg was on the road earlier this month, taking in three games at the best ballpark in the U.S., PNC Park in Pittsburgh. Joining him on the annual baseball trip were his good friends Jerry Karp, Dallas Sacher and Jody Price. In between games the crew talked and in some cases debated a few of baseball's most recent rule changes, including the 10th inning ghost runner, the time limits for pitches and the ABS system. See if you agree or disagree!  #danhirshberg #playball #baseball rules #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

In E2 of Granny Tales, Joanne Dowdy returns from her travels to share more words of wisdom and read another story. Lunchtime Conversations host Nanette Wiser  couldn't stop thinking about her grandmother during this heartfelt and moving chat with Joanne Kilgore Dowdy, who moved here two years ago. You might have caught her reading at Southeast Artist Enclave or at Largo Library last February. This collection of stories, her 19th publication, are inspired by sayings of her grandmother and other elders during her childhood and youth in Trinidad. Both amusing and insightful,  Dowdy is available for readings. A dance performance based on one of her stories will debut at Garth Fagan Dance in Rochester in 2026 after she did a reading there earlier this year. Joanne Kilgour Dowdy PhD is Professor Emerita at Kent State University, Ohio. She is the author and editor of 18 books. A graduate of the Juilliard School in New York, she has performed Between Me and the Lord, an autobiographical work in Trinidad and the USA.  Among her awards is the Derek Walcott (1992, Nobel Laureate) Scholarship. Her first children’s book, OLYMPIC HERO: LENNOX KILGOUR’S STORY, was made into an animated film. The book now appears in Spanish and Haitian Krewol.  To book a speaking engagement or a reading, email [email protected] #grannytales @elderwisdom #honorourgrandparents  #nanettewiser #bookauthor

Lunchtime Conversation host welcomed Nicole Waters, Executive Director of The Edge District, to talk about her 3rd Annual Amplify Women Summit 3 at The James Museum August 7-8 in addition to their other monthly events. Navigators of Change: Women at the Helm" is this year's focus. With Nicole was Jordan Torelli who will be on the multi-generational speaker panel, talking about communications and working together at all ages.  Says Nicole: "The Amplify Women Summit is where our story began—and each year it continues as a high-energy, two-day experience designed to accelerate women’s success. Our focus is on driving the unstoppable success of women business owners and leaders across Tampa Bay, delivering insider expertise straight from top industry voices, unrivaled networking opportunities, and collaborative experiences that fuel bold innovation. This is where ambition meets strategy—where inspiration, resources, and authentic connection transform into bold opportunities, lasting relationships, and breakthrough growth." Learn more here!Jordan Torelli is a Brand Photographer and Creative Director for women who are building success on their own terms, claiming their expertise, and resisting every piece of conditioning that told them to stay small, stay quiet, and not to shine too bright. Her work proudly creates more representation for successful women running businesses on their terms and making money doing what they're exceptional at.  She grew up surrounded by women who owned businesses, ran companies, and pursued ambitious careers without compromise. She learned early that when women own their work, it changes how they move through the world. She started her entrepreneurial journey in social media and brand strategy but craved being in the creative process of directing sessions, collaborating in real time, and creating images that showed women as powerful as they actually are. As a child, her dream job was playing dress-up. A young girl's way of saying she was obsessed with fashion, design, and how aesthetics shape the way people are seen. Now she photographs ambitious women who deserve to feel powerful, celebrated, and completely confident showing up as their best selves.#amplifywomen #nicolewaters #jordantorelli #nanettewiser #theedgedistrict #womenatthehelm #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser had the pleasure of interviewing Jennifer Parramore and others of the Salty Sisters, St. Pete Yacht Club about the history of this first-ever women's sailing club and their adventures in the May issue of Tampa Bay Times Bay Magazine!https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/bay-magazine/Read the article here.    Nautical Finds Anniversary: Founded in 1951, the all-woman sailing group is marking 75 years, noted for being a pioneering group at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club.Mission: Beyond sailing, they focus on philanthropy, sponsoring a Christmas Boutique at SPYC to raise funds for junior sailing, scholarships, and Warrior Sailing.Activities: The group celebrated their 75th year with a Memorial Regatta on May 6, 2026, honoring past members.Legacy: The group has a long history, with earlier records showing they also celebrated the yacht club's 100th anniversary in 2009. #baymagazine #tampabaytimes #saltysisters #stpeteyatchtclub #nanette wiser#stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this arts spotlight, Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser catches up with FloridaRAMA curator Kristin Hemphill on their new non-profit status, resident artists, upcoming shows (Chad Mize) and events! What Is FloridaRAMA? ​An interactive, artist-made, ticketed immersive art experience inspired by original Florida stories with85+ local & international artists who contribute to their ever-evolving, ticketed immersive art experience. Come visit our artist-made world and experience the best of Tampa Bay's culture all under one roof. #floridarama #immersiveexperience #arts #kristenhemphill #chadmize #artistmadeworld #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of Live Life Better, host Nanette Wiser talks with Ken Grimes, a man of courage and wisdom about his new book, Tin Box Heroes. It is a raw and powerful exploration of the lives of first responders, their sacrifices, and the resilience of the human spirit. Ken Grime is the Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue Chief with a formidable history of courage and a journey that he unflinchingly reveals to help others.Ken Grimes is a Fire Chief, author, and nationally recognized leader in emergency services with nearly five decades of experience. He has led disaster response efforts across the country, including Hurricane Katrina, and served in executive roles in one of the largest air medical systems in the world. Today, he leads Pinellas Suncoast Fire & Rescue District and focuses on leadership, resilience, and the long-term impact of service on first responders. When the weight of saving lives becomes too heavy to bear, who saves the rescuer? In Tin Box Heroes, Ken Grimes delivers a gripping, deeply human memoir that exposes the hidden cost of heroism. As a veteran flight medic and emergency response leader, Grimes spent decades inside “tin boxes” — ambulances, aircraft, and command centers — racing against time to save others amid hurricanes, medical crises, and chaos. But when compassion collided with exhaustion, the mission to save everyone else nearly cost him his own life, he was forced to confront the truth: even heroes break.  With vivid detail and emotional honesty, Tin Box Heroes takes readers behind the flashing lights and into the silent aftermath — where trauma, guilt, and resilience wage war within the human spirit. What begins as a story of service becomes a testament to recovery, hope, and the courage it takes to ask for help.Raw. Unflinching. Redemptive. Tin Box Heroes reminds us that strength isn’t the absence of pain — it’s the decision to heal anyway.#kengrimes #pinellassuncoastfireand rescue #livelifebetter #firstresponders #mentalhealth #tinboxheroes #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of Good Deeds, host Nanette Wiser talks with Hypatia Collaborative's Brad Nabours and a non-profit they guide and support, Girls Rock St Pete's founder Rachel Siblina. #gooddeeds #bradleynabours #hypatiacollaborative #girlsrock #nanettewiser  #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

(Airs 5/15/2026) In this episode of Good Deeds, host Nanette Wiser talks with Hannah Hayes about this Sunday May 17th Pinellas County Paws for Prevention 2026 event to raise awareness about suicide prevention during May's Mental Health Awareness Month. Hannah lost her father to suicide a few years ago and started this non-profit. Says Hayes: This is going to be an event that is dog-friendly, of course, but you don't have to have a dog to attend, but we are celebrating how our fur babies really help us with our mental health, because May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It is a fundraiser for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. There will be a short dog walk in Largo's Central Park and a doggy costume contest with the theme, "dress to inspire hope. There will be vendors and fun prizes." Pinellas County Paws for Prevention is a fundraising event to help raise money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in the efforts of critical research, education programs, advocacy, and support for those affected by suicide.This is a free event, please register at www.afsp.org/PinellasPaws$20 raised will get you a Paws for Prevention Bandana$100 raised will get you a Paws for Prevention ShirtTop fundraising team will lead the Pet Parade WalkMeet up at the Largo Central Park Shelter #2 near the Largo Library. Registration is 9am; the event is 10-noon.#gooddeeds #hannahhayes #pinellaspawsforprevention #mentalhealthawareness #prevent suicide #nanettewiser #petshelp #pettips #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

(Airs 5/19 1:10 pm) In this episode of One Place, Many Voices - Pinellas County, series Deb Carson talks with Gerald Notaro, USF St. Pete librarian emeritus about USF, Historic Kenwood (he launched the organization) and the history of gay life in St. Petersburg.Gerald A. Notaro, April 24 Interview by Deb CarsonABOUT GERALD NOTARO By the time Buffalo, New York native Gerald “Jerry” Notaro found his way to PinellasCounty, and his forever home in St. Petersburg, Florida, he had endured more than hisfair share of snow and cold. Hailing from a huge, close-knit Italian family, relatives andparents who made their way southward to Florida had to do little convincing for Jerry toeventually follow his dreams to Florida, but not before he earned an undergraduatedegree from SUNY Buffalo, and a masters from Canisius College in the new field ofmedia studies, a new concentration in library science.. After five years at a small Baptistcollege in Indiana, Jerry was more than ready for his next chapter. In 1985, he came toboth Tampa Bay and to the nascent St. Petersburg campus of USF as an openly gayman at age 35 in 1985. For the next nearly 30 years, Jerry was an integral part ofUSFSP’s academic as well as the campus’ community growth. Indeed, Jerry’s trainingand experience in the new technology-based field of media library science helpednationally elevate the campus’ Nelson Poynter Library as cutting edge. But Notaro’scontributions went beyond. On campus and beyond into the community, Jerry’sgrassroots work in establishing LGBTQ initiatives including St. Pete’s very first PRIDEcelebrations, justice and human rights initiatives, support (and often participation as askilled performer himself) of Pinellas and St. Petersburg’s burgeoning arts and culturewere, throughout the decades, are legendary and remain today passionate interests. forJerry. Just prior to retirement, Jerry donated his rich collection of photographs,documents and ephemera which tell a huge part of his historic campus and communitycontributions are part of the Poynter library’s special collections known as the “Gerald A.Notaro Collection.” In retirement, Jerry proudly holds the title of USFSP LibrarianEmeritus. and remains a passionate advocate for the community he helped to build.🎤Welcome to our America 250 celebration and our One Place, Many Voices podcast series powered by Heritage Village, with support from a Florida Humanities grant.   Listen anytime, anywhere to all the One Place, Many Voices podcasts on RadioStPete as we bring Pinellas County history to life through conversations with the people about the places and stories that define us. Help us celebrate America 250,  Heritage Village’s 50th anniversary and other milestones.  The podcast series is  inspired by the Smithsonian’s Many Voices, One Nation exhibit coming to Heritage Village this summer. About the One Place,  Many Voices podcasts.#pinellascountyhistory #heritagevillage #america250 #onevoicemanyplaces #nanettewiser #floridahumanities #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete  #historyrocks #debcarson #geraldnotaro #lgbtq+ #gaystpete #usfstpete #historic kenwood

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(5/11/2026) In this episode of Historically St. Pete, Rui Farias - executive director of the St. Petersburg Museum of History, talks about the history of one of Florida's indigenous people, the Seminole Indians. Here is his Brief History of the Seminole People in Florida. (Seen here, Billy Bowlegs and his three girls.) The Seminole people have been an important part of Florida history for more than 300 years. Their story of survival and success is remarkable, and their unique culture endures today.The ancestors of today’s Seminole people migrated to Florida in the 1700s andearly 1800s. These Indians came primarily from Alabama and Georgia, and althoughthey were simply known as “Creeks” to the British, they spoke different languages andlived in independent towns. Different bands of Creeks established towns in north Floridaand traded with both the British and Spanish. After 1765, all Florida Indians werereferred to as “Seminoles.” The name comes from the Spanish word cimarrón whichmeans “wild” or “runaway.” However, a more fitting interpretation may be “free.”The first half of the nineteenth century was tumultuous for Florida’s Seminoles.The U.S. military waged three wars against them; in fact, the Second Seminole Warresulted in the majority of Seminoles being removed to Indian Territory (present-dayOklahoma.) Less than 200 survivors retreated deep into the Everglades and the militaryended its hunt for them.The Seminoles lived in virtual isolation in and around the Everglades for manyyears. They lived in open-sided structures called chickees, which were adapted to theswampy environment. They survived by hunting, gathering wild foods, and growingcrops like corn, pumpkins, and potatoes. As white settlers began moving to southFlorida, they established trading posts. The Seminoles sold animal hides and pelts to thetraders and in turn bought cloth, guns, tools, and food staples. This way of life lasted into the twentieth century.The great influx of settlers and drainage of the Everglades hastened the end of thetrading post era. As a result, some Seminoles entered new tourist attractions in Miami.Seminole exhibition villages were a large part of the tourist scene in south Florida fromthe 1920s to the 1960s. At these villages, men wrestled alligators to the delight ofcrowds. Both men and women made crafts such as dolls, baskets, and carvings to sell tothe tourists. These seasonal jobs in the villages provided important income, and theexhibition nature of the attractions enabled some of the traditional ways to continue.Seminoles maintain involvement in Florida’s tourism industry today.A typical scene at tourist villages included women sewing colorful patchworkclothing. This colorful style of clothing is one of the most recognizable aspects ofSeminole culture today. Seminole women invented patchwork around 1917. To makepatchwork clothing, different colored strips of cloth are sewn together, then cut andreassembled to make rows of designs. The rows are sewn together horizontally to formthe garment. Hand-cranked sewing machines allowed women to experiment with manydesigns. Designs became more intricate over time. The Seminole people worepatchwork clothing, and sold it to tourists. Patchwork clothing is still part of theSeminoles’ traditional dress today.In the 1890s, the government attempted to address the question of where theSeminoles should live by setting aside parcels of land. These parcels eventually becamereservations. The first three established were Big Cypress, Dania (now Hollywood), andBrighton. The land was unimproved and there were no incentives for the people to move.The Civilian Conservation Corps-Indian Division, a program of the New Deal, employedSeminole men to build roads, fences, wells, and make other land improvements on thereservations. Seminoles slowly started moving onto the reservations in the late 1930s. Acattle program was also started at Brighton Reservation in 1936, and it is still a successstory today.In the early 1950s, Seminole leaders, to avoid being cut-off from governmentfunding, decided to organize as a federally-recognized sovereign tribe. The SeminoleTribe of Florida was recognized in August 1957. The Tribe operates under aConstitution, Bylaws, and Corporate Charter. Its governing body consists of an electedfive-member tribal council. An elected board of directors oversees the federally- chartered corporation, Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc. The Tribe today hasapproximately 3,200 members.  After many years of economic struggles, the Seminoles achieved their goal to beself-sufficient and not reliant on the federal government for money. Their sovereigntyallows the business ventures like casinos that permit them to be financially independent.In fact, the Seminole Tribe of Florida is one of the most successful Native Americantribes in the country, and it has paved the way for other tribes’ involvement in gaming.Importantly, because of their new-found wealth, the Tribe is able to provide for itsmembers, especially in health care, housing, employment, and education.The Seminole people of Florida have persevered despite the many social,political, and economic pressures brought against them. They have proven to besuccessful at adapting to new circumstances while still preserving important aspects oftheir culture.#ruifarias #historicallystpete #stpetersburgmuseumofhistory #seminoleindians #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

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In this episode of Big Broadway Energy, host Stephen Riordan discusses the new production by Dead Canary Theater, titled Hir, which opens its second season on May 14th at The Studio at 620. The play, written by acclaimed performance artist Taylor Mac, explores complex family dynamics against a backdrop of domestic and elder abuse, discrimination, and PTSD.Newt Rametta, one of the cast members, joins the podcast to discuss their character, Max—an opinionated teenager navigating a chaotic family situation. The conversation touches on the themes of identity, authenticity, and the challenges of portraying complex characters, especially as a trans actor.The two discuss the power of theater to tell urgent stories, emphasizing that the emotional depth and absurdity in Hir encourage audiences to reflect on their own lives and experiences. Stephen and Newt convey their excitement for the play, inviting listeners to experience the profound themes it tackles.The episode closes with an encouragement to attend Hir and recognizes the collective effort involved in bringing these essential narratives to the stage. Hosts remind listeners to connect and explore the rich world of theater.You can catch Hir from May 14th to May 25th by visiting the Studio@620's website for more details!💌 Want to Be on the Show?Reach out: [email protected]🎧 Tagline:  Be kind. Be curious. And keep creating.📻 Listen to Big Broadway Energy Sundays at 5 PM on RadioStPete and Sunshine 96.7 FM with an encore on RadioStPete online Saturdays at 4 PM.ABOUT STEPHEN RIORDAN  Stephen Riordan is an arts professional with over 25 years of experience as an actor, director, producer, writer, host, and casting director. He has worked on both Broadway and off-Broadway productions in New York, as well as extensively throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Recently, Stephen co-founded the Dead Canary Theatre Company with two fellow artists in St. Petersburg, and DCT is now the resident company at The Studio @ 620 in Downtown St. Petersburg. Every Sunday at 5 p.m., Stephen shares his thoughts on his favorite Broadway shows, songs, and stars on "Big Broadway Energy." His podcast of the same name features theater professionals and educators who are committed to keeping the arts at the forefront of the Tampa Bay community.#BigBroadwayEnergy #TampaBayTheatre #Hir #StPeteArts #Studio@620

🎭 A new episode of Big Broadway Energy is here! Host Stephen Riordan sits down with actor and artist Noa Friedman to discuss the powerful production And Then They Came For Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank, now playing at freeFall Theatre Company.Noa shares insights into portraying Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss in this multimedia theatrical experience that intertwines live performance with real interview footage from Holocaust survivors connected to Anne Frank. The conversation explores the emotional impact of storytelling, preserving Holocaust history, and how theater can humanize historical events for modern audiences.Stephen and Noa also reflect on Tampa Bay’s thriving theater scene, their experience working together in The Scarlet Letter at American Stage, and Noa’s unforgettable puppetry performance as Pearl. Plus, Noa previews her upcoming role in American Idiot with Jobsite Theater.🎟️ And Then They Came For Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank runs through May 17 at freeFall Theatre Company💌 Want to Be on the Show?Reach out: [email protected]🎧 Tagline:  Be kind. Be curious. And keep creating.📻 Listen to Big Broadway Energy Sundays at 5 PM on RadioStPete and Sunshine 96.7 FM with an encore on RadioStPete online Saturdays at 4 PM.ABOUT STEPHEN RIORDAN  Stephen Riordan is an arts professional with over 25 years of experience as an actor, director, producer, writer, host, and casting director. He has worked on both Broadway and off-Broadway productions in New York, as well as extensively throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Recently, Stephen co-founded the Dead Canary Theatre Company with two fellow artists in St. Petersburg, and DCT is now the resident company at The Studio @ 620 in Downtown St. Petersburg. Every Sunday at 5 p.m., Stephen shares his thoughts on his favorite Broadway shows, songs, and stars on "Big Broadway Energy." His podcast of the same name features theater professionals and educators who are committed to keeping the arts at the forefront of the Tampa Bay community.#BigBroadwayEnergy #TampaBayTheatre #AnneFrank #StPeteArts #freeFallStPete

Peter Tush has been with the Dalí Museum, in St. Petersburg, for 39 years and change. Tush was a college student when he started as a gift shop clerk and docent. Carrying a Masters in Art History, today he is Curator and Senior Interpreter.  What that means is, Tush is among the elite few who are eminently qualified to discuss not only the late, great Surrealist painter Salvador Dalí, for whom the museum is named, but the history of the institution, the collection and the building itself.Today on Arts Alive!, Bill DeYoung is focused on two new exhibitions: The Architecture of the Dalí, which opened May 2, and Dalí in America, which will be unveiled Saturday. Tush is involved, as you might expect, with both of them.  The Architecture of the Dalí traces the evolution of the facility, which began in 1982, seeded with the expansive collection of art owned by Reynolds and Eleanor Morse of Cleveland, Ohio (they were also friendly with Dalí himself).The City of St. Petersburg agreed to house the collection, and in 2011 the present building, designed in whimsical Surrealist style by Yann Weymouth, opened to the public. It is estimated that 10 million visitors have come through the front door since ’82.  This exhibition also takes visitors inside the Dalí’s upcoming $65 million expansion.Dalí in America, Tush explains, follows the eccentric Spanish artist’s relationship with the United States, its people, artists and (especially) its pop culture. It was a symbiotic bond that began with Dali’s first stateside visit in 1934.#billdeyoung #thedali #petertush #daliinamerica

& we’re back. This week, we welcome a bunch of new people who found the program after Anna talked about Seth Kushner's firing from the Buba the Love Sponge Show. Charlie Crist is running for mayor in St. Petersburg and we find out how much mayors make. Later, Anna finds a story about an OF model and the weirdest thing she's been asked to do and a Cleveland Gaudians fan feels the wrath of the internet after stealing a home run ball from a little girl at the game over the weekend.  Hear that on the Substack. Sign up for free.We will be back live on Wednesday at 6:00PM over at WillsYouTube.comWe do an extra half hour on our Substack that is uncut and uncensored, hope to see you there, it’s free to join.Get in touch with the show and leave a voice or text message at: (813) 693-2124 or shoot me an email at [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/hmbradioThe #HMB airs Sunday’s on Sunshine FM 96.7 in downtown St. Petersburg & anywhere in the world at Radio St. Pete @ 6:10PM & Monday’s at 10:15PM or on demand via your favorite podcast app, just search “HMBradio Tampa Bay”.

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In this episode of Historically St. Pete, St. Petersburg Museum of History executive director RUI FARIAS interviews Director Dan Egan about the new former Rowdies Clyde Best documentary,  Transforming the Beautiful Game  at The Palladium May 7-9 (tickets available for May 8 only, other shows sold out). The film is a first-hand look at the iconic groundbreaking journey and impact of Clyde Best the first black football superstar of the modern TV Era in England and became a soccer legend in the North America Soccer League (NASL). He was one of the first Black athletes to play in the English Premier League First Division. Recruited from Bermuda in 1968 to play for West Ham United in London when he was only 17, Best faced blatant racism and torment from fans, but met adversity with excellence, and in the process became a legendary goal-scoring striker and groundbreaking role model as he penetrated UK Culture in the 1970. This feature documentary explores how Best’s journey shaped the future of soccer worldwide, and the lingering inequalities in professional sports today.The film features in-depth interviews with some of football’s most respected voices and legends, including:Clyde Best, Pioneering Black football legendIan Wright, Arsenal goalscoring icon, punditGeoff Hurst, England World Cup hat-trick heroViv Anderson, First Black England playerGarth Crooks, Groundbreaking Black player, punditRodney Marsh, Maverick English forward, entertainerHoward Gayle, Liverpool’s first Black playerHarry Redknapp, Renowned manager, former playerRandy Horton, Bermudian football legendBobby Barnes, PFA leader, anti-racism advocatePatrick Horne, Footballer, anti-racism campaignerCarlton Cole, West Ham striker, England internationalPaul Davis| Arsenal midfield stalwartAde Coker, West Ham, NASL pioneerKasey Keller, Legendary USMNT goalkeeper#historicallystpete #ruifarias #rowdies #clydebest #danegan #sportsdocumentary #palladium #dandegan

Host Stephen Riordan sits down with powerhouse couple Paige and Michael Sporck to talk all things Crazy for You—the high-energy Gershwin musical now lighting up the stage at Eight O’Clock Theatre.From tap-dancing showgirls to mistaken identities and cowboy chaos, this episode dives into the magic behind the production, the heart of community theatre, and the real-life love story that brought these two performers together.🎶 Featured Songs from Crazy for YouEnjoy some of the most iconic numbers from the Gershwin score:  “I Got Rhythm”   “Someone to Watch Over Me”   “Embraceable You”   “They Can’t Take That Away from Me”  Music and lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin🎭 About the ShowCrazy for You follows Bobby Child, a New York banker sent to Deadrock, Nevada, where he falls head over heels for Polly Baker—who wants nothing to do with him. Determined to win her heart and save a struggling theater, Bobby brings Broadway to the Wild West in a whirlwind of romance, comedy, and dazzling dance.⭐ Meet the Guests Paige Sporck as Irene Roth – a glamorous New York socialite with killer style and sharp wit  Michael Sporck as Lank Hawkins – a determined (and hilariously frustrated) saloon owner with big ambitions  Together, they share their journey through theatre, their creative partnership, and how the stage brought them together in real life.🎟️ Tickets & Show InfoCatch Crazy for You live at the Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo, FL.  🎫 Tickets & Showtimes: 👉 https://www.eightoclocktheatre.com  🎭 Venue Info: 👉 https://www.largoarts.com (Perfect for a Mother’s Day outing—fun, family-friendly, and full of classic Broadway charm.)💌 Want to Be on the Show?Reach out: [email protected]🎧 Tagline:  Be kind. Be curious. And keep creating.ABOUT STEPHEN RIORDAN  Stephen Riordan is an arts professional with over 25 years of experience as an actor, director, producer, writer, host, and casting director. He has worked on both Broadway and off-Broadway productions in New York, as well as extensively throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Recently, Stephen co-founded the Dead Canary Theatre Company with two fellow artists in St. Petersburg, and DCT is now the resident company at The Studio @ 620 in Downtown St. Petersburg. Every Sunday at 5 p.m., Stephen shares his thoughts on his favorite Broadway shows, songs, and stars on "Big Broadway Energy." His podcast of the same name features theater professionals and educators who are committed to keeping the arts at the forefront of the Tampa Bay community.

In this episode of Arts Alive!, host Bill DeYoung welcomes Paul Wilborn into studio to talk about his new novel, The Everlasting Life of Charlie Wall, published by St. Petersburg Press.  The Palladium theater’s executive director has for years been something of a triple threat – he’s also a singer and a piano player, and a former journalist who enjoys the challenge of writing fiction.In the case of The Everlasting Life of Charlie Wall, it’s fiction (in that it’s a made-up story) about a real-life historical figure (notorious Tampa mobster Wall ran a cornucopia of illegal rackets in untamed Ybor City in the 1930s and ‘40s).  Wilborn's second novel (following 2022’s Florida Hustle) is lighthearted and comedic.  Until it gets serious. “People forget that Tampa had open gambling and open houses of prostitution, on Franklin Street in downtown,” Wilborn says. “In Ybor City, you could just walk in and all that stuff was there – and the cops looked the other way.”Although his process involved deep research into the area’s lawless past, Wilborn fabricated a narrative set in 1985, in which the octogenarian ex-outlaw desperately wants to believe the world hasn’t forgotten about him or his long-ago exploits. He re-creates the atmosphere of the mid-century era, from the working stiffs to the upper class and the men (like Charlie Wall and the Trafficante crime family) who preyed upon them all.In Wilborn’s book, Wall (who was actually murdered in 1955) is an eccentric, intelligent old crook whose heart, while definitely not made of gold, is not as black as history has painted. #paulwilborn #novel #author #billdeyoung #stpetecatalyst #artsalive #stpetepress#stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

(Airs 5/1/2026) The Sunscreen Film Festival opens today in downtown St. Pete, at the AMC Theaters with events at Green Light Cinema, Lounge & Kitchen as well as Imagine Museum. In our ongoing series of interviews, host Nanette Wiser talks to documentary filmmaker  Matthew Wiatt and producer/wife Katie who co-wrote the film, Saber. Saber is a feature-length documentary that follows a passionate group of LED saber combat athletes as they train for the Saber Legion World Championships in Las Vegas. But this isn't just a story about competition or fandoms, it's about the power of shared passions to bring people together. At its heart, Saber is a film about connection. It's about a group of people who might never have crossed paths, finding friendship, support, and a sense of belonging through the iconic lightsaber. In a world that often feels divided, Saber is a reminder that community can be found in the most unexpected places and that sometimes, the family you choose is the one that saves you.The Sunscreen Film Festival, held in St. Petersburg, Florida, has significantly marked its presence as a pivotal celebration of independent cinema within the Tampa Bay area since its inception in 2005. Founders Tony Armer and Derek Miner initiated this festival with the vision of creating a platform that not only showcases independent films but also supports the burgeoning talents of local and regional filmmakers. Over the years, this vision has not only materialized but flourished, with the festival evolving into a much-anticipated annual event.#sunscreenfilmfestial #matthewwiatt #katiewiatt #indieatlanticfilms #documentary #saberfighting #powerofconnection #nanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

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(05/07/2026) Welcome to Episode 16 of THE CLASSICAL SCENE with Dr. Victor Minke Huls, Associate Principal Cellist of The Florida Orchestra.  This episode features the superstar cellist Luka Šulić! 🎼After rising to fame through 2Cellos with Hauser, international cello virtuoso and composer Luka Šulić stepped back from the intense touring schedule of 2Cellos to make space for creativity and to focus on family life – he has recently welcomed his fourth child. For the new album LIFE, released on Platoon on March 22, Luka returned to his compositional roots to create music with an evocative sound world, enriched with luscious harmonies, soaring strings, and a cello line of transcendent beauty. 🎼In this episode, Luka and Victor talk about his musical heritage and training, and what you can hear at The Mahaffey Theater on May 13th, 2026 at 7:30pm! The episode also features excerpts from three of the tracks on Luka’s album LIFE. More information and tickets: https://themahaffey.com/show/luka-sulic/ Please listen, share, and enjoy the art of classical music wherever you are  :)#victorminkehuls #lukasulic #mahaffeytheater #classicalmusic #theclassicalscene #thefloridaorchestra #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

In this episode of ECKERD COLLEGE NEWS, WECX and graduating senior Maddie Merrick interviews the 2026 commencement speaker and Eckerd College alumna, Lara Dallman Weiss, an Olympic sailor from Minnesota who will serve as the speaker for Eckerd College’s 63rd Annual Commencement Ceremony May 17. President Jim Annarelli extended the invitation to the accomplished alumna, who has sailed for Team USA in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and 2024 Paris Olympics and is preparing to compete in the Los Angeles 2028 games. The 63rd Commencement Ceremony will begin at 8 a.m., Sunday, May 17. Viewers can livestream the event at https://www.eckerd.edu/commencement/Learn more in this article by Eckerd College's Communications Director Robbyn Hopewell published March 27, 2026!#eckerdcollegenews #laradallmanweiss #olympicsailor #maddiemerrick #eckerdcollegecommencement #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

Welcome to The Naaman Creative Show hosted by Josh Naaman.  In today's episode, Josh welcomes April Goodwin. Pet law, free speech, and the art of debate collide in this conversation with attorney April Goodwin. She shares her journey running a law firm where she defends pets, their people, and small businesses. Also why morality, logic, and ethics are crucial today more than ever.👉 A visionary leader and communications guru, Josh Naaman leads Naaman Creative  in downtown St. Pete. He also launched The Sun Leaders Podcast (featuring Tampa Bay non-profits, leaders and others)  and virtual/in-person events as a part of Connect St. Pete, located at 1211 1st Ave. N, Suite 210 St. Petersburg, FL 33705. RadioStPete is proud to rebroadcast these provocative and engaging stories.👉Sun Leaders is a vibrant, dedicated, and inclusive community of leaders dedicated to fostering collaboration, community engagement, business strategies, and leadership development among its members. The group provides a dynamic platform for local professionals from various industries to connect, learn, and grow together.Listen to The Sun Leaders Podcast  Join the Sun Leaders Facebook Group👉Connect St. Pete: www.connectstpete.com Local leaders meet 1st & 3rd Friday every month.👉Connect with Josh Josh Naaman  [email protected] #connectstpete #joshnaaman #naamancreative #sunleaders #sunleaderspodcast#stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

(To Be Aired) In FRUGAL FRIENDS 562 hosts Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni talk about practical frugal living tips. Say the hosts: "Let’s be honest, the internet is full of “frugal living tips” that sound great until you try them and realize they either save you thirty-seven cents or feel like a part-time job. These are not those tips. They may be the unsexy ones but they are the ones that actually helped us pay off over $100,000 of debt."**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 episodes and over 7 million downloads, Frugal Friends is changing the way the world thinks about frugality. Jen Smith is a personal finance expert who, along with her husband, paid off $78,000 of debt in two years while facing unemployment and buying a house. Jill is a licensed clinical social worker who enjoys exploring the connections between our money behaviors and mental health. Together they’re helping people save more, spend better and feel confident about their money decisions.  These popular podcasters and personal finance goddesses are our neighbors at Thrive DTSP, where ALL the most talented people hang out and co-work! LEARN MORE on their website. More Episodes here.TV Segments:  NBC Daytime  Fox 13 Yahoo FinanceLinks: Buy What You Love Without Going Broke Frugal Friends Podcast #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #frugalfriends #jensmith #jillsirianni #personalfinance #savingsadvice #discounts

In this episode of Pet Tips, host Nanette Wiser shares some tips for introducing a dog into a cat home, and making it work. Consider which dog breeds have the potential to be good with cats, as some breeds may not be very suitable for a household with felines!  Every individual from each breed will be different and will possess different behavioral traits. So, you can never guarantee a pup from a certain breed will have a particular characteristic. Therefore, we would always suggest introducing your pets to each other properly – ideally at a young age and monitor them closely. You should always make sure your cat has the space to get away from your pup if they want to, as cats are generally less sociable than dogs, and will need time to themselves – especially if they feel overwhelmed or threatened. For more advice on this, it’s best to speak to your vet. #pettips #dogs #cats #

(Airs 5/11 1:10 pm) In this episode of One Place, Many Voices - Pinellas County, series host Nanette Wiser talks with Jeff Houck, VP Marketing 1925 Restaurants and former restaurant/food editor for the Tampa Tribune and Janet Keeler, Eckerd College professor, Storytime podcaster and former food editor of the Tampa Bay Times about iconic restaurants in Tampa Bay, from Hillsborough to Pinellas. 🎤Welcome to our America 250 celebration and our One Place, Many Voices podcast series powered by Heritage Village, with support from a Florida Humanities grant.   Listen anytime, anywhere to all the One Place, Many Voices podcasts on RadioStPete as we bring Pinellas County history to life through conversations with the people about the places and stories that define us. Help us celebrate America 250,  Heritage Village’s 50th anniversary and other milestones.  The podcast series is  inspired by the Smithsonian’s Many Voices, One Nation exhibit coming to Heritage Village this summer. About the One Place,  Many Voices podcasts.Columbia Restaurant photo courtesy of 1905 Family Of RestaurantsColumbiaRestaurant.com Ulele.com ChaCha-Coconuts.com CasaSantoStefano.com#pinellascountyhistory #heritagevillage #america250 #onevoicemanyplaces #nanettewiser #floridahumanities #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete  #historyrocks #janetkeeler #jeffhouck #1905restaurants #columbiarestaurant #historytamparestaurants #historypinellasrestaurants

(Airs 5/5/2026 1:10 pm) In this episode of One Place, Many Voices - Pinellas County, series host Nanette Wiser talks with David Flatt, executive director of Imagine Museum about the history of glass art in Pinellas County, the museum and his experience at archeological digs in Virginia and how they used glass in everyday life, moving from the decorative to the practical. 🎤Welcome to our America 250 celebration and our One Place, Many Voices podcast series powered by Heritage Village, with support from a Florida Humanities grant.   Listen anytime, anywhere to all the One Place, Many Voices podcasts on RadioStPete as we bring Pinellas County history to life through conversations with the people about the places and stories that define us. Help us celebrate America 250,  Heritage Village’s 50th anniversary and other milestones.  The podcast series is  inspired by the Smithsonian’s Many Voices, One Nation exhibit coming to Heritage Village this summer. About the One Place,  Many Voices podcasts.#pinellascountyhistory #heritagevillage #america250 #onevoicemanyplaces #nanettewiser #floridahumanities #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete #imaginemuseum #pinellasglassart #tampabayglassart #historyrocks

Let's Eat Tampa Bay looks at the iconic Florida dishes and foods that make our region a culinary tourism destination. Who better to talk about this with Lunchtime Conversation host Nanette Wiser, the eloquent foodie who knows a thing or ten about the history of foods from indigenous people to current passions for key lime pie, grouper (once the trash fish), stone crab and more. Now an Eckerd College journalism professor, Keeler's tenure as food editor at the Tampa Bay Times and passion for food history takes us on an edible journey!#janetkeeler #floridafood #floridadish #iconictampafoods #tampabayhistory #nanettewiser #grouper #keylimepie #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

St. Petersburg’s Arts Organizations Unveil the “St. Pete New Works Festival” – A Two-Week Celebration of Creative Evolution for 2027!In this episode of Beauty & The Burg, host Cindy Stovall chats with Avery Anderson,Arts Passport Director  about the 2027 St. Pete New Works Festival. "This festival is about proving that the 'City of the Arts' isn't just a tagline—it’s a commitment to the messy, beautiful process of creation," says Avery Anderson, Founder of Story Keepers and Festival Organizer. "We aren't trying to build one singular organization to replace what’s been lost nationally; we are showing that through collaboration, St. Pete is a collective sanctuary where artists can take risks and find their voice." Dates: March 25 – April 4, 2027 Locations: freeFall Theatre, The Studio@620, Off-Central Players Content: World Premieres, Florida Premieres, Staged Readings, Professional Networking Website:Storykeepers.org 👉In an era where national incubators for new plays are shuttering, four St. Petersburg based non-profits are doubling down on the city's reputation as a "City of the Arts" by launching the St. Pete New Works Festival. Running from March 25 through April 4, 2027, this inaugural event marks a historic collaboration between: Story Keepers, freeFall Theatre, The Studio@620, and Off-Central Players. The festival is designed as a two-week "living laboratory" for the performing arts, featuring a dense schedule of new play readings, world premiere productions, Florida premieres, and curated networking events. Unlike traditional festivals, this initiative aims to show that St. Pete isn't just a destination for finished work—it is a collective home for artists at every stage of the developmental journey.👉The St. Pete New Works Festival is a necessity for the growth of the arts here in St. Pete," says Alan Mohney Jr., Managing Director of Off-Central Players. "We are thrilled to collaborate with freeFall, Story Keepers, and The Studio@620 to bring this festival to life and bring new stories to our community."👉"At The Studio@620, our mission has always been to say 'Yes' to the artist," adds Erica Sutherlin, Artistic Executive Director of The Studio@620. "By partnering with our peers for this festival, we are amplifying that 'Yes' and ensuring that St. Petersburg remains a beacon for diversity, innovation, and the next generation of great American stories."👉“We are thrilled to participate in this project which creates an open format for organizations to show work that simply needs to be new,” says Eric Davis, Artistic Director of freeFall Theatre. “This allows us to bring one of our major season projects into the festival rather than needing to bow out of a project with more demanding thematic constraints for instance. It should be a fun and varied mix of events.”#cindystovall #beauty&theburg #theater #performingarts #nanettewiserblog #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

--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

& we’re back. This week, Florida changes how and what people on SNAP benefits can buy. Former USF and current Auburn football Coash Alex Golesh says he couldn't win a National Championship at USF. We talk about how he may be right, but he's still an A-Hole. Later, Seth Kushner got the axe from Bubba the Love Sponge show and Anna shares her thoughts. Holly from "Miguel and Holly" got married over the weekend (congratulations) but why isn't her husband in any photos???  Hear that on the Substack. Sign up for free.We will be back live on Wednesday at 6:00PM over at WillsYouTube.comWe do an extra half hour on our Substack that is uncut and uncensored, hope to see you there, it’s free to join.Get in touch with the show and leave a voice or text message at: (813) 693-2124 or shoot me an email at [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/hmbradioThe #HMB airs Sunday’s on Sunshine FM 96.7 in downtown St. Petersburg & anywhere in the world at Radio St. Pete @ 6:10PM & Monday’s at 10:15PM or on demand via your favorite podcast app, just search “HMBradio Tampa Bay”.

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In this episode of Music Scene, WECX correspondent Maddie Merrick chats with local legend Grant Peeples about his upcoming celebration of Bob Dylan's birthday right before he went to see Dylan live in concert!   On May 21 at The Palladium, celebrate the songs, stories, and enduring influence of one of music’s greatest poets at Forever Young: Bob Dylan’s 85th Birthday Bash. This special tribute evening honors Dylan’s remarkable legacy with live performances spanning the many eras of his legendary career – from folk anthems and protest songs to electric rock and timeless ballads. Featuring performances by Have Gun Will Travel, Grant Peeples, The Currys, and Bad Dog Mama, this multi-artist showcase brings together some of the region’s most compelling singer-songwriters and bands for a night of music that is reflective, rebellious, and forever young. Whether you’ve followed Dylan for decades or are discovering his catalog anew, this birthday celebration promises an unforgettable evening of lyrics that linger, melodies that move, and a legacy that continues to inspire generations.TICKETS  Reserved: $45, $35.  Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm#musicscene #maddiemerrick #bobdylan #grantpeeples #thepalladium #producernanettewiser #stpete #stpetefl  #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #cityofstpete  #dtsp #downtownstpete

Celebrating performing arts, Margo Hammond catches up the visionary Shelia Cowley, well-known journalist and visionary. Sparks Creative Stories audio and videos feature local performing artists including Mary Rachel Quinn, Eugenie Bondurant, Rocio Escobar and others provides free sensory-friendly English, Spanish + Bilingual video + audio stories and Bilingual Kindergarten-readiness activities.Just recently, they performed a new Bilingual version of Animals and Vehicles at the wonderful President Barack Obama Main Library in St. Pete! "Fantastic actors Jan Neuberger and Jessica Aguilar will be sharing this Sparks Creative Stories story in English and Spanish together on Saturday, April 11 at 2:30 pm in the gorgeous new children's section's quiet performance room.  So many thanks to the creative librarians of the @StPeteLibrary and marvelous Sparks translator Dora Arreola! We'll be drawing pictures to illustrate a new free Bilingual video and you can already enjoy a terrific audio performance of Animals and Vehicles in English by the amazing Eugenie Bondurant and Mary Rachel on the Sparks Creative Stories podcast on YouTube, Apple, Amazon, Overcast and Spotify! A very fun story written by request for Jonas  with many thanks to the amazing Allen B. Loyd for sharing this gorgeous artwork," writes Sheila on social media.  Learn more here! sparkscreativestories.com sparkscreativestories.com/kindergartensparkscreativestories.com/bilingual  sparkscreativestories.com/educationyoutube.com/@SparksCreativeStories

🎶So much music, so little time! Catch Music Director J Kolb 5/8 and Boney James May 30.  Enjoy concerts at Central Park Performing Arts Center, Capitol Theater, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Baycare Sound, The Mahaffey, the Palladium Jazz Awards (Suncoast Jazz Festival's Joan Dragon Steven Splane at  The Palladium, Noisemakers,  Seven C 2/20 and The Florida Orchestra; plus Green Light Cinema's indie films and jazz Saturday next door in the Green Light Lounge + Kitchen.👉 Tune in to the Florida Folk Show 10-noon Saturday on Facebook Live or 🌻 What's Happening on RadioStPete.com and around town!      https://bit.ly/3IU5tYx🎶 Let’s Go Guide     https://bit.ly/3UP2oM3 curates the best upcoming Tampa Bay events, entertainment, festivals, theater, arts, good eats/drinks, music, nightlife, culture and fun!😍 CJH Jazz Experience Jazz Jam w/Alex Malkovich Nash Keys Wednesday 6-9pm. WEEKEND with WISER explore galleries, museums, concerts, nightlife, festivals, theater, authors, films and more in between cool java at local coffeehouses or delicious dining at restaurants and markets. What’s happening from downtown St. Pete to the beaches…and beyond!  Tune into Weekend with Wiser every Thursday or Friday.#nanettewiser #entertainment #arts #eat #drink #breweries #music #nightlife #museums #tampabay #downtownstpete #theater #art #farmersmarkets #festivals #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #nanettewiser #localevents #tampabayevents #tampabay #radio #radiostpete #dining #downtownstpete #firstfriday #wednesdaywithwiser #wiserwednesday #saturdaymarket #weekendwithwiser #localevents #tampabayevents #tampabaay #radio #radiostpetenettewiser #Floridarama #jamesmuseum  #book+bottle #floridafolkshow #dali #theater#gulfbeaches #palladium #jannus #mahaffeytheater #straz #rutheckerd  #arts #festivals #downtownstpete #gulfbeaches #dining #arts #entertainment #music #letsgoguide #freefalltheater #let'sgoguide

Museum Director, Rui Farias, helps unfold this incredible story in his interview with Clyde Best – the first black football superstar of the modern TV Era in England, who went on to become a soccer legend in the North American Soccer League (NASL).St. Petersburg Museum of History executive director Rui Farias' exclusive interview with Clyde Best, the legendary Rowdies player, showcases Best career and his legacy beyond English football in advance of his documentary fresh from its London premiere and appearance at The Palladium 5/8 Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story. Doors at 6:30pm | Show at 7:30pm VIP: $85 (Red carpet/meet the stars and best GA seats). General Admission: $35.Transforming the Beautiful Game is a first-hand look at the iconic groundbreaking journey and impact of Clyde Best –the first black football superstar of the modern TV Era in England, who went on to become a soccer legend in the North American Soccer League (NASL). This East Coast Premiere of the documentary will include a red carpet and meet-and-greet, sponsorship activation, and post-panel discussion with Clyde and other film stars. This event honors sport, racial equity, and cultural transformation during a historical summer of soccer in North America. 👉"Was he the Jackie Robinson of soccer," asked Farias during the insightful interview. Listen and decide for yourself.ABOUT CLYDE BEST AND THE TAMPA BAY ROWDIESClyde Best was a key member of the Tampa Bay Rowdies team that captured the 1975 NASL Championship, winning Soccer Bowl ’75 in the club’s inaugural season. His presence brought international experience, physicality, and professionalism to a young squad that quickly became one of the league’s most exciting teams. The championship run helped cement the Rowdies’ place in American soccer history and introduced a passionate fan base in Tampa Bay for the global game. For Best, the 1975 title represented both a career milestone and a powerful extension of his pioneering legacy beyond English football. Rowdies fans are invited to gather for a screening, discussion, and celebration of all Clyde Best has done for the soccer community.

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The Institute of Strategic Policy Solutions at St. Petersburg College and the Pinellas Beaches Chamber hosted a 4th annual conversation about the state on the beaches with several beach mayors. This discussion was again moderated by Al Ruechel, Former Spectrum News Anchor. Each mayor had the opportunity to share what is happening in their respective cities. This program was broadcast live on RadioStPete.  Featured Mayoral Speakers Anne-Marie Brooks, Madeira Beach John Doctor, Treasure Island Karen Love, Gulfport David Will, Redington Beach Lan Vaughan, Indian Rocks Beach #ISPS #SPC #gulfport #madeirabeach #treasureislandfl #redingtonbeach #indianshores #indianrocksbeach #tampabay #radio #gulfbeaches #pinellascounty #beacheschamber #radiostpete