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First Coast Connect

On Monday’s show: Gobble gobble without the squabble

Thanksgiving Food
Larry Crowe
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Associated Press
A grill-roasted brined turkey is presented on a table.

After an especially divisive election season, how can families prevent political differences from becoming permanent rifts? We get expert advice about how to navigate the holidays with relatives on the other side of the political divide.

Guests:

  • Elizabeth Andersen, CEO of OneJax.
  • Kimberly Allen, CEO of 904Ward.
  • Nicole Davidson-Harshaw, Dupont Counseling Group.

Then, a holiday tradition of generosity and warmth. The 22nd Annual Mr. Rogers' Sweater Drive is underway and runs through Nov. 30. Donations of gently used sweaters, jackets or blankets are accepted at WJCT Studios, any VyStar Credit Union, Suddath Moving & Logistics or Tom Bush Family of Dealerships. You can find all participating drop-off locations on this map. Donations go to nonprofits serving Duval, Clay, St. Johns and Nassau counties.

Guests:

  • Kemal Gasper, vice president of community engagement at VyStar Credit Union.
  • David McGowan, president and CEO of WJCT Public Media.

And, News4Jax Sportscaster Alessandra Pontbriand joins us for a recap of the Motor City matchup between the 2-8 Jaguars and the 8-1 Detroit Lions.

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Anne Schindler joined WJCT News 89.9 as host of First Coast Connect in October 2023, after nearly three decades in Jacksonville print and television. Anne has worked in the Jacksonville media market since 1995, first as a reporter for the original Folio Weekly, then as the publication’s editor-in-chief from 2002 until her departure. In 2012, Anne transitioned to television as executive producer of special projects for First Coast News, Northeast Florida’s NBC and ABC affiliates. You can reach Anne at aschindler@wjct.org.