On today’s show, former FCC host Al Letson joins us to talk about his new Reveal podcast on being Black in Florida. Al shares his reflections on returning to his hometown amid heightened racial tensions, navigating the challenges of loving a place that may not love you back. The episode goes further to explore the historical and political landscape of the Sunshine State for Black individuals, with a look on the tragic events of Aug. 26, 2023 — the murders of three Black people at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville.
You can find the podcast here.
Rise Doro
The intense fire at the seven- story Rise Doro led to the unfortunate destruction of the entire luxury apartment building. Now, the big question is: What happens next? Ron Woods, an experienced structural engineer in Jacksonville with over four decades of expertise, talks about how the planned demolition will affect the surrounding community.
Jax events
As we kick off the new month, get ready for a jam-packed schedule of fun-filled events across the First Coast! Yaya Cardona of Cre8Jax gives us the inside scoop on some must-attend events that we have to mark our calendar for.
You can find the curated list here.
Vida Guitar
Tomorrow evening, the British ensemble Vida Guitar Quartet will be hosted by the Beaches Fine Art Series at St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church. Alongside this free event, artist Maiya Elanie will showcase her exhibit. Guitarists Amanda Cook and Christopher Stell provide insights on what you can expect to hear at tomorrow’s event.
If you are interested in attending, you can find more information here.
