FSAcast
FSA Cast is the official podcast of the Florida Sheriffs Association. Host Matt Dunagan shares conversations with Florida's sheriffs, elected officials and law-enforcement professionals from across the country discussing issues relevant to Florida residents, our visitors and our more than 100,000 honorary members. Founded in 1893, the Florida Sheriffs Association is one of the largest and most successful state law enforcement associations in the nation.
Episodes
In this episode, FSA speaks with Liberty County Sheriff Dusty Arnold. We discuss how his hard work as a young staff member led to an opportunity to attend academy, become a trooper with the Florida Highway Patrol and later build a career with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as a special agent assigned to protect Governor Rick Scott and the First Family. As a fourth-generation Liberty County resident, Sheriff Arnold takes ...
In this episode, the Florida Sheriffs Association sits down with two of FSA's contract lobbyists for a behind-the-scenes look at Florida's finalized state budget, after lawmakers returned to Tallahassee for a special session nearly two months after regular session adjourned. The conversation breaks down the budget process that brought legislators back to the table, highlights major public safety investments included in the final ag...
In this episode, FSA speaks with Colonel Gary Howze, the head of the Florida Highway Patrol. We cover all the work a trooper must do to keep Florida's roadways safe. Colonel Howze discusses the size and scope of the agency and how it has been supporting immigration enforcement work over the past year. We also learn more about his previous work with a nationwide motorcycle theft task force and how the Florida Highway Patrol prepares...
In this episode, FSA speaks with Matt Walsh, the Secretary of the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice. Secretary Walsh is a 28-year law enforcement professional who last year was appointed secretary by Governor Ron DeSantis. We cover emerging issues and work the department is doing to prevent juvenile crime as well as what can be done to rehabilitate youth who have committed serious crimes. We also learn more about Matt's ...
In this episode, FSA speaks with Calhoun County Sheriff Michael Bryant. Sheriff Bryant was elected in 2024, and we discuss his first year in office as well as ways in which he is working to improve the lives of the citizens he serves. Learn about how he first got started in the sheriff's office, his time with the Blountstown Police Department and why he eventually decided to run for sheriff. We also cover the important work h...
In the final episode of the 60-day regular session, FSA provides an update on where things stand as the legislative session comes to a close (sort of) and reviews the sheriffs' priority issues that made it across the finish line this year. FSA then sits down with Representative Yvette Benarroch to discuss her bill, which passed this session and takes an important step toward addressing growing safety concerns surrounding e-bikes an...
In this episode, FSA provides a Week 8 legislative recap. We discuss the status of the state budget and then sit down with Rep. Chuck Brannan to reflect on his eight years in the Florida Legislature, where he has been a leading voice on public safety issues, as he prepares to wrap up his final term in office.
In this episode, FSA shares an update on two of the sheriffs' top legislative priorities as the 2026 Session enters its final stretch and attention turns to the state budget. With only three weeks remaining before the Legislature is scheduled to adjourn on March 13 and budget negotiations on the horizon, we're joined by Erin Rock of The Southern Group to break down the state budget, including where things stand and what to expect i...
In this episode, the Florida Sheriffs Association provides a Week 4 legislative recap and then sits down with Representative Dan Daley (District 96). Representative Daley discusses his background growing up in Broward County, his path from prosecutor to public service, Alyssa's Law, and how his experience in local government shaped his approach to public safety legislation.
This week on FSACast, we recap Week 3 of Florida's legislative session and the strong show of support for law enforcement at the FSA Sheriff's Winter Conference in Ponte Vedra. Members of the Florida Cabinet, including Gov. Ron DeSantis, joined 60 of Florida's 67 sheriffs as a clear message rang out: Florida stands behind those who uphold the law. State leaders reaffirmed their commitment to investing in public safety professionals...
In this episode, FSA kicks off the legislative session with a Week 1 recap, discussing the governor's State of the State address and opening-day remarks from the speaker of the House and the Senate president. We then sat down with Capt. Abby Hilley of the Orange County Sheriff's Office to discuss a bill that is especially important to the agency and its mission.
In this episode, FSA provides an early look at the 2026 legislative session, highlighting the sheriffs' top priorities and their plans to support public safety across Florida. We also sit down with FSA's contracted lobbyists, Angela Drzewiecki of GrayRobinson and Jennifer Green of Liberty Partners, who share their insights on what to expect from our state Capitol during this legislative session.
In this episode, Florida's 21st Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins us for an inspiring conversation on service, leadership, and public safety. A decorated Army Special Forces veteran, he shares his journey from the battlefield to the State Capitol, overcoming life-changing injuries and championing key legislation as a State Senator. Lt. Gov. Collins discusses his commitment to Florida's first responders, vet...
In this episode, FSA welcomes back Congresswoman Laurel Lee, who proudly represents Florida's 15th Congressional District, encompassing eastern Hillsborough County and parts of Pasco and Polk counties. Congresswoman Lee provides an update on her impactful public safety work in the U.S. House of Representatives, including the progress she is making with her colleagues on the House Judiciary C...
In this episode, FSA speaks with Florida Senate President Ben Albritton. First elected to the Florida House in 2010, he would later be elected to the Senate in 2018 and served as majority leader from 2022 until his election as Senate President in 2024. Senator Albritton has been a staunch supporter of law enforcement throughout his career. Hear about his upbringing and work as a citrus farmer and how that work ...
In this episode, FSA speaks with Florida's newest Cabinet member, Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia. Before being appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to this Cabinet-level position, he served as a staunch law and order ally of the sheriffs in the Florida House of Representatives and then in the Florida Senate. While in the Senate, CFO Blaise sponsored numerous bills to address immigration enforcement and n...
In this episode, FSA sits down with Peter Moskos, professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and author of Back from the Brink. Following his keynote at the Sheriffs Summer Conference, Moskos shares his perspective on the evolving relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve. He highlights what needs to happen to build lasting trust and understanding. The conversation al...
In this episode, FSA speaks with Santa Rosa County Sheriff Bob Johnson and Angela Nandin about the Florida SAFE Act which created a voluntary "SAFE" designation to their vehicle record. That designation alerts law enforcement during a stop that someone in the vehicle may have a condition—such ...
In this episode, FSA hears from the new president of the Florida Sheriffs Association, Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran and graduate of the FBI Academy, Sheriff Lemma holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and a master's degree in administrative leadership. He was sworn in as Seminole County's 10th Sheriff in 2017 and has been re-elected twice. ...
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