Top of Mind Florida
Only in Florida. Or as some have called it -- Flori-duh! You are in the right place for a roundup of the inspiring and illuminating, the serious and silly, the characters and caretakers, the news and newsmakers making our Sunshine State sizzle. Join Brian Crowley and Michael Williams, veteran news reporters who never get tired of finding the next great story.
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Democracy:Crisis or Not
Dr. Charles Zelden is a History and Politics professor, at Nova SE University in South Florida. He sits down with Brian Crowley and Michael Williams to discuss the current constitutional debate in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of adhering to the Constitution amidst polarized politics. He highlights Trump Administration actions, and U.S. Supreme Court's decisions on Trump's policies, in...
Angie Santalo, also known as "That Pink Science Teacher," has a social media following of more than 200,000 across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Angie's unique teaching style, which includes humor and visual aids, has made science engaging for her students. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and maintaining a balance between her social media presence and teaching responsibilities. Angie's impact extends beyond her clas...
Michael Williams and Brian Crowley are joined by Joel Engelhardt, co-founder of Stet News. We talk about the state of Florida journalism and where it's at.
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Joel describes Stet News, explains what it means, and how local newspapers are fading.
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Joel says the nonprofit model is the future of journalism. The for-profit model is collapsing.
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Discussing the mission of providing accurate, fair and unbiased news and information th...
In this episode of Top of Mind Florida, Representative Toby Overdorf, from the Treasure Coast, joins Michael Williams and Brian Crowley for a wide-ranging conversation on policy, politics, and personal reflections. Overdorf makes news by announcing his 2028 run for the Florida Senate and discusses legislative accomplishments—including his work to combat human trafficking, education reform to improve nursing school standards, and ef...
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Does AI Mean Bye-Bye to My Job? Why That Degree May Not Protect You
In this thought-provoking episode of Top of Mind Florida, Michael Williams and Brian Crowley are joined by cybersecurity expert Alan Crowetz, President and CEO of Infostream.cc
Together, they dive deep into the current reality and fast-approaching future of artificial intelligence — its promises, dangers, and disruptions. From AI’s impact on jobs, ed...
In this inspiring and urgent conversation, Top of Mind Florida hosts Michael Williams and Brian Crowley sit down with Dave Lawrence, President & CEO of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. From his personal journey as a cellist and arts advocate to navigating funding cuts, Dave shares how the arts shape lives, communities, and economies — and why the fight for Florida’s cultural future is more important than ever.
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In this heartwarming episode, Taylor Morgan, founder of the Kind Diners Society, joins hosts Michael Williams and Brian Crowley to share her mission of spreading kindness throughout South Florida’s restaurant community. The Kind Diner Society offers a unique $8.99/month membership that gives diners a 25% discount at over 140 local restaurants—and uses those fees to surprise servers with generous tips.
Taylor recounts her personal st...
Michael Barnett talks politics with the best of them. He should. He once chaired the Palm Beach County GOP. Then he got elected to the commission. Barnett got a whole new perspective on the gulf that exist between political talk and real world impact for the people he served. No matter where you live ..it is worth hearing the difference.
She knows about long odds. Her dad, Joe Namath, beat them in Super Bowl III.
Florida’s state parks were almost forever changed — until a grassroots movement led by Jessica Namath stepped in. In this episode of Top of Mind Florida, Michael Williams and Brian Crowley explore a proposed plan that sparked public outcry and the growing power of community-led environmental advocacy. Jessica shares her personal journey, the fight to preser...
She was a rising star in a Florida Democratic party that has seen its political lights dimmed--a lot--over the last generation. So she stepped away from the arena. What is Melissa McKinlay saying about the future? It's a message the party is grappling with nationwide. That and the debate over taxes and more.
He is the gold standard for radio comedy in South Florida and now his reach is international too. Meet Paul Castronovo, the man always getting laughs and making a difference in his community.
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