Episodes
Why Florida May Not Be as Safe as It Looks in 2026
Back for a new season, and this time I’m getting right into the pressure points shaping Jacksonvill...
Reflecting on Two and a Half Years: Jacksonville’s Stories, Leaders, and Civic Pride
Welcome to a special year-end milestone episode of Mikes on Mic. In this reflective wrap-up, the ho...
Lenny Curry, JEA, and the Jacksonville Public Trust Crisis: Deep Dive with Investigators
Today we talk about something important happening in Jacksonville. A former mayor, Lenny Curry, jus...
Mayor Donna Deegan on Jacksonville’s Downtown Revival, Riverfront Parks, and Transparent City Government
For this episode we sat down with Mayor Donna Deegan—right in her office—for an open, honest conver...
Jacksonville’s Growth, Community Impact, and Leadership with Vystar CEO Brian Wolfburg
What does it take to turn a hometown credit union into a driving force behind a city’s rebirth? Tod...
Why Are We So Divided? A Thanksgiving Reflection on Political Polarization with Dr. Sean Freeder
Hi! Today we’re doing something a little different—and a little deeper—to honor the Thanksgiving ho...
Are We Repeating the Skyway Mistake? The Shocking Truth About Jacksonville’s Autonomous Shuttle
Is Jacksonville’s $370-a-Ride Transit Bet a Bust? Today we dive deep into Jacksonville’s bold exper...
Florida’s Top Concern: Housing Costs and What Polls Reveal About the 2026 Political Landscape
Welcome back to the show! This week, we are diving headfirst into the kitchen-table issues hitting ...
Navigating Political Challenges in City Governance with Bill Gulliford
Why do city leaders say "no" so often—and what does it really cost them? Today we dive deep into th...