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The Real Greg Tish: Tallahassee, Radio & Reinvention
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Episode 8
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The Real Greg Tish: Tallahassee, Radio & Reinvention
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…
Episode 7
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From Prison to Partner: The Jimmy Fasig Comeback Story
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…
Episode 6
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Can Tallahassee Keep Growing? A discussion with Ed Murray
Dana Brooks sits down with commercial real estate veteran Ed Murray to examine Tallahassee’s economic future, from housing and development to jobs, FSU Health, and AI. They also explore what’s holding growth back—and why Tallahassee can still be a place where entrepreneurs and young professionals…
Episode 5
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Who Can You Trust in Local News?
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…
Episode 4
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Red Tape, Growth & The Future of Tallahassee with Skip Foster
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…
Episode 3
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The Lawyer Behind the Headlines: Katherine Viker
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…
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Mayor John Dailey Talks Leadership, Growth, and Tallahassee's Future
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…
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The Truth About Termite Damage Most Homeowners Never Hear
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…
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