Chattin on the Ridge

Dr. Justin Scroogins was so inspired by the One who paid the ultimate price for our sin that he was inspired to ink his own skin. He joins us to discuss his book, "Inking Jesus." But first, a local coach Lorraine Valerino talks about her trip to the Paris Olympics.Chattin on the Ridge is a collaboration with The Daily Ridge at dailyridge.comPodcast logo made using clip art and photos from Vecteezy.Intro and outro music composed by Jason Shaw on AudioNautix.comDaily Ridge jingle composed on Suno.com

For nearly 25 years, Circle of Friends has served individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the Lake Wales community. Now, they've moved to a new location with hopes of offering new services. President and CEO Crystal Higbee joins us to discuss her organization and its expectations for the future.Meanwhile, award-winning author Mark Barie also joins us to discuss his upcoming historical fiction novel "For King, Country, and Love" set during WWI. Also stay tuned for an audio dramatization of an excerpt from his new book. All in this week's episode of the Chattin on the Ridge podcast.

Simone McFarlane helps local teen moms become the best mothers they can be through 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠 𝐿𝑒𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝐴 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑘, 𝐼𝑛𝑐. Meanwhile, Sean L. Serdynski will be hosting Bartow Con on Sat. Aug. 3 with special guest stars Vic Mignogna and Jack O'Halloran. Learn more on this week's episode of the Chattin on the Ridge podcast.

One is the young founder of a local non-profit who delivers gift bags to young hospital patients. The other is a local filmmaker who's released his latest comedy flick. Learn all about Zack Kirkland and Eddie Bower as they join us this episode.Chattin on the Ridge is a collaboration with The Daily Ridge at dailyridge.comPodcast logo made using clip art and photos from Vecteezy.Intro and outro music composed by Jason Shaw on AudioNautix.comDaily Ridge jingle composed on Suno.com

Kathryn "Kat" Gates-Skipper served her country as a marine for 20 years. Now she continues to serve her country through politics. Currently, she's running to be Chairwoman of the Florida Republican Party. She joins us this episode to discuss her military and political career. (This episode also includes updates on past guests like Hayleigh Rodgers, Lauren Yeary, and Dan Miner.)

Starting Sat. June 8, Polk Pride will be celebrating a weeklong celebration for Pride Month, culminating with Pride in the Park in Munn Park in Lakeland. Polk Pride President Scott Guira joins us to discuss this year's event.