Direct with Dana

Is Ozempic changing weight loss forever? And what happens to your body, confidence, and relationships when the pounds come off?

After 20 years in the weight loss business, Glenda Cato has seen it all — and she's sharing what most people never talk about.

On this episode of Direct with Dana, host Dana Brooks sits down with Glenda Cato, owner of Fit Weight Loss in Tallahassee, to discuss the evolution of weight loss, GLP-1 me...

What really happens when a community-minded person steps into local politics? Wakulla County Commissioner Quincee Messersmith opens up about the criticism, pressure, growth battles, and political games that come with public service.

Dana Brooks sits down with Quincee for a candid conversation about going from longtime volunteer and political insider to elected county commissioner. Quincee discusses why she refused to become a tr...

Florida homeowners want property tax relief. But could lowering one tax make rent more expensive and put local services under pressure?

What happens when counties lose millions in revenue—and who ends up paying the difference?

On this episode of Direct with Dana, host Dana Brooks sits down with former Leon County Commissioner Brian Desloge to examine Florida's proposed Amendment 3 and its potential impact on homeowners,...

American politics feels angrier, louder, and more divided—but did voters actually become more extreme?

Dana Brooks sits down with longtime political insider Steve Burtman to talk about what happened to the political middle and whether our parties still represent everyday Americans.

Steve, president of the Capital City Tiger Bay Club, brings decades of experience in Florida politics, government affairs, business, and ad...

Gary explains his unconventional journey from baseball at Florida State to live television, elected office, The Usual Suspects, award-winning production, and the advertising strategy he developed with Fasig | Brooks. He shares why “the camera believes you or it doesn’t,” why quiet messaging can cut through a noisy marketplace, and why getting consumers to know, like, and trust you can matter more than shouting abo...

Greg Tish is usually the one asking the questions. This time, Dana Brooks puts him in the hot seat.

On this episode of Direct with Dana, Greg opens up about growing up in Tallahassee, his unexpected path from DJing to radio, nearly two decades with the Florida Sheriffs Association, and the leap that ultimately led to The Greg Tish Show. He and Dana also dig into why hyper-local radio matters, “outrage fatigue,” the T...

Jimmy Fasig went from the top of his law school class to drug trafficking, prison, and a felony conviction. Then he set a goal almost everyone around him thought was impossible: become a lawyer and a partner in a law firm.

On this episode of Direct with Dana, Dana Brooks sits down with her law partner of 18 years for a candid conversation about Jimmy’s extraordinary comeback. He shares how one trip to Amsterdam sent his li...

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Who decides what becomes news and how do you know who to trust?

Dana Brooks sits down with Tallahassee Reports founder Steve Stewart for a candid conversation about media bias, credibility, politics, and Tallahassee’s future.

Steve explains how Tallahassee Reports evolved from a watchdog blog into a community newspaper, why he believes every news organization has some form of bias, and why consumers should look beyond t...

Is Tallahassee living up to its potential—or falling behind?

Former Tallahassee Democrat publisher Skip Foster joins Dana Brooks for an honest conversation about economic development, bureaucracy, journalism, affordable housing, and why Florida's capital isn't experiencing the same growth as the rest of the state.

They discuss:

• Why Tallahassee's economy has stalled
• The biggest barriers to business growth
• How permitting...

When a courtroom becomes national news, what really happens behind the scenes?

Attorney Katherine Viker joins Dana Brooks for an inside look at one of Florida's most talked-about recent trials, the challenges of representing plaintiffs, and the surprising path that led her from raising five children to becoming one of Tallahassee's most respected employment attorneys.

In this episode:

• The high-profile Fabian Basabe trial
• Wh...

What does it take to lead a city through growth, crisis, and change?

In this episode of Direct with Dana, Dana Brooks sits down with Tallahassee Mayor John Dailey for a thoughtful conversation about public service, leadership, and the future of Florida's capital city.

Mayor Dailey reflects on nearly two decades in elected office, sharing lessons learned from leading during COVID-19, navigating difficult public issues, and bal...

Most homeowners believe they're protected from termites... until it's too late.

Dana Brooks sits down with law partner Eric Stephenson to uncover what really happens when termite companies fail to protect your home, how homeowners unknowingly lose thousands of dollars, and when you should call an attorney before repairs begin.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why termite contracts don't always provide the protection you think
• Liqu...