Keeping it Local

Carolina Castillo, a businesswoman, and alumna of WSVN and Inside Edition is joining us for our third episode of season two. Carolina shares with why, after many years, she decided to leave the democratic party. We discuss local politics as well as highlight small businesses in the sunshine state.

Joining us for our first episode of Season 2, is Kevin Boulandier, an independent student journalist. We discuss the August primaries as well as local congressional races.

Joining for our sixth episode is Juan Carlos Porras, business owner, former Legislative aide for the Florida House of Representatives, and now a candidate for local office in Miami Dade County. We talked with Juan about youth getting involved in the political process, and what it is like to run for office as well as his campaign platform. Lastly, in our "Freshly squeezed" segment, we discuss recent local news.Follow us on Instagram at @keepingitlocalfla

Joining for our fifth episode is the Director of Community Services for the City of Starke, Brandon Ludwig! We talk with Brandon about local communication, the importance of security in a community, and historic preservation in small towns. We also delve into his perspective on local event production and the economic promotion of small businesses.Follow us on Instagram at @keepingitlocalfla

Joining for our fourth episode is Eric Diaz-Padron, Mayor of the City of West Miami, the youngest elected official to date for a local municipality in our State. We talk with the Mayor about his initiatives, his approach to local government, campaign promises, and what he has accomplished in his short time in office. We also discuss the bread and butter issues that matter to the city's residents and much more. Lastly, in our "Freshly squeezed" segment, we discuss recent news regarding Governor DeSantis you do not want to miss. Follow us on Instagram at @keepingitlocalfla

Joining for our third episode is Aaron Parnas, Democratic Operative and practicing Attorney in the Miami area, as well as David Saul Acosta, Political analyst and student at Harvard University. We talk about local county commission races, the indictment of former Gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum, the current state of the Democratic primary for Florida Governor, and the impacts of an increasing population as people flock to the Sunshine State. Lastly, we highlight local small businesses and encourage our listeners to go #ShopLocal. Follow us on Instagram at @keepingitlocalfla