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Central Florida Seen & HeardSpotlight on the Immigration Divide: Mills-50's role in Orlando culture Quay Hu (center), owner of Qreate Coffee, speaks with Ricky Ly (left), special consultant for this episode of Spotlight, and WMFE's Nicole Darden Creston (right).(Julian Bond / WMFE)This week, WMFE is reporting on some of the issues surrounding Florida’s new immigration law, SB1718. It took effect at the beginning of July.So for Spotlight this week, WMFE's Nicole Darden Creston went to one of the Orlando neighborhoods where immigration and culture meet – the Mills-50 district. Orange County is home to Central Florida’s largest Asian-American population.After the Vietnam War, the Catholic Charities refuge...
2023-08-1011 minCentral Florida Seen & HeardUndocumented fear: how Florida's new law affects migrants & hospitalsValente Ruiz, 43 of Apopka, died due to COVID-19 in May 2021. Valente was an undocumented immigrant. He and his family are from Mexico. They crossed the Rio Grande into America in 2005 hoping to find more economic opportunity.(Joe Mario Pedersen / 90.7 WMFE News)Silvia Ruiz remembers the sound of her father's labored breathing in the days before he died. Two years ago, he got sick with COVID-19 but delayed seeking the medical care she says he clearly needed because he was undocumented and afraid. Many in healthcare fear other undocumented immigrants may suffer the same fate due to recent...
2023-08-0903 minCentral Florida Seen & HeardA word on words as WMFE covers Florida’s new immigration law Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 1718 into law on May 10. The new immigration law went into effect July 1. (Brendan Byrne / WMFE)WMFE’s first newsroom-wide multimedia series focusing on immigration rolls out this week. Central Florida Seen and Heard: Immigration Divide explores the impacts of the state’s new immigration law SB 1718 which went into effect at the beginning of July.The series will focus on the history of immigration in Florida, why supporters say this law is needed, and how it’s affecting all people in our community. WMFE’s vision is to lead the community conversation based on...
2023-08-0906 minCentral Florida Seen & HeardIntroducing Central Florida Seen and Heard: Immigration Divide, a series exploring immigrationNext week, WMFE News will begin airing a series called Central Florida Seen and Heard: Immigration Divide.The series will explore the impacts of the state’s new immigration law SB 1718 which went into effect at the beginning of July.The law has stepped up requirements on businesses to verify the immigration status of employees using a system called E-Verify. It has made it illegal to transport undocumented people across state lines, and requires hospitals to ask about a person’s immigration status.Florida has also stopped accepting out-of-state driver's licenses for undocumented peop...
2023-08-0406 min
90.7 WMFE's IntersectionIntersection: state of the media; Orlando's culinary scene; new music from BeemoNext week Intersection will go on hiatus. So today we’re going to take a look at three aspects of Orlando and Central Florida that we’ve covered on the show over the past decade. Central Florida is a dynamic, fast growing community, and that’s reflected in the topics we’re diving into on this show: the media, the culinary landscape and the music scene.
2022-03-2400 min
WMFE Presents StoryCorps OrlandoA preview of StoryCorps: Orlando"What's your favorite thing about Orlando?" "It has to be the people."
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2019-03-1400 min
WMFE In-DepthA preview of StoryCorps: Orlando"What's your favorite thing about Orlando?" "It has to be the people."
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2019-03-1411 minWMFE In-Depth‘Update on Active Shooter?’ How Orlando Authorities Failed to Prepare for a Mass Shooting like PulseThe Orlando Fire Department had been working on a plan to respond to a mass shooting. It had even purchased vests filled with tourniquets and special needles to relieve bleeding in chest. But at the time of the Pulse nightclub shooting, the plan had already sputtered and the vests sat untouched. This article was produced […]
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2018-09-2600 minWMFE In-DepthOrlando—Un Año DespuésLos oficiales de policía que respondieron a la tragedia en Pulse, un club gay en medio de una noche Latina, dicen que trataron al incidente como cualquier otra emergencia.
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2017-06-0100 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Political LessonsThis week Billy Manes talks about President Obama's victory and the political lessons to be learned.
Considering the results of Tuesday's election, will honesty and social compassion prevail in future political races?
2012-11-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Political LessonsThis week Billy Manes talks about President Obama's victory and the political lessons to be learned.
Considering the results of Tuesday's election, will honesty and social compassion prevail in future political races?
2012-11-0901 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley TimeOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend is all about time.Going back in time to the genesis of the LGBT movement with the play "The Temperamentals" at Footlight Theatre, our current time of tumultuous social politics with the play "Race" at The Orlando Shakespeare Theater and a little bit of travel with the world's pre-eminent Time Lord as "Hurricane Who" comes to Orlando.
2012-11-0401 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley TimeOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend is all about time.Going back in time to the genesis of the LGBT movement with the play "The Temperamentals" at Footlight Theatre, our current time of tumultuous social politics with the play "Race" at The Orlando Shakespeare Theater and a little bit of travel with the world's pre-eminent Time Lord as "Hurricane Who" comes to Orlando.
2012-11-0401 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan FL Constitutional AmendmentsOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the proposed constitutional amendments on the 2012 ballot.
Learn more about the 2012 Florida constitutional amendments on the November ballot. The issues include reproductive rights, health care and property taxes.
2012-10-1901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan FL Constitutional AmendmentsOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the proposed constitutional amendments on the 2012 ballot.
Learn more about the 2012 Florida constitutional amendments on the November ballot. The issues include reproductive rights, health care and property taxes.
2012-10-1901 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Coming Around AgainOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend is all about coming around again. Including the fundraiser Pumpkins and Pies at the Menello Museum of American Art, back for another go round this weekend the Ska band "The Toasters" they will be performing at the Social and back again this season the Orlando Ballet presents the Vampire's Ball.
2012-10-1901 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Coming Around AgainOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend is all about coming around again. Including the fundraiser Pumpkins and Pies at the Menello Museum of American Art, back for another go round this weekend the Ska band "The Toasters" they will be performing at the Social and back again this season the Orlando Ballet presents the Vampire's Ball.
2012-10-1901 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Myths and LegendsOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend is all about myths and legends including a long-standing tradition at the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival, the long-running discovery channel show Mythbusters and a Star Wars exhibit from a long, long time ago in a galaxy far far away.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-10-1201 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Myths and LegendsOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend is all about myths and legends including a long-standing tradition at the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival, the long-running discovery channel show Mythbusters and a Star Wars exhibit from a long, long time ago in a galaxy far far away.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-10-1201 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Westgate Resorts Owner EmailThis week Billy Manes talks about the email sent by Westgate Resorts owner David Siegel to his employees advising them to vote against President Obama.
David Siegel, owner of Westgate Resorts, sent an email to his 7,000 employees Monday advising them to vote against President Barack Obama.
2012-10-1201 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Westgate Resorts Owner EmailThis week Billy Manes talks about the email sent by Westgate Resorts owner David Siegel to his employees advising them to vote against President Obama.
David Siegel, owner of Westgate Resorts, sent an email to his 7,000 employees Monday advising them to vote against President Barack Obama.
2012-10-1201 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Ammunition DetectionOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about "Weapondetect". The device can detect the chemical signature of the primer and powder charge in a bullet.
The development of the "Comprehensive ELTRO-SIGNATURE INDETIFIER” (CSI)", a joint venture of DKLABS of Virginia and Florida's Emerging Growth Institute will enable detection of a nearby bullet before it reaches an entrance.
2012-10-0601 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Ammunition DetectionOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about "Weapondetect". The device can detect the chemical signature of the primer and powder charge in a bullet.
The development of the "Comprehensive ELTRO-SIGNATURE INDETIFIER” (CSI)", a joint venture of DKLABS of Virginia and Florida's Emerging Growth Institute will enable detection of a nearby bullet before it reaches an entrance.
2012-10-0601 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Won't Back DownThis week Billy Manes talks about the new film "Won't Back Down". It's backed by billionaire Philip Anschutz and promotes parent trigger laws.
The new movie “Won’t Back Down” is funded by Walden Media, a company owned by conservative mogul and charter school advocate Philip Anschutz.
2012-09-2801 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Won't Back DownThis week Billy Manes talks about the new film "Won't Back Down". It's backed by billionaire Philip Anschutz and promotes parent trigger laws.
The new movie “Won’t Back Down” is funded by Walden Media, a company owned by conservative mogul and charter school advocate Philip Anschutz.
2012-09-2801 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Amendment 8Orlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about Amendment 8, also known as the Florida Religious Freedom Amendment that will be on the November 6th ballot.
Amendment eight will eliminate a provision in the State constitution that prevents public funds from subsidizing religious organizations.
2012-09-2101 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Amendment 8Orlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about Amendment 8, also known as the Florida Religious Freedom Amendment that will be on the November 6th ballot.
Amendment eight will eliminate a provision in the State constitution that prevents public funds from subsidizing religious organizations.
2012-09-2101 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Doing it up BigOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend it's all about doing it up big. The Headdress Ball is talking place at the Hilton Orlando, Beth Henley's play Miss Firecracker Contest opens tonight at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College and Orlando Brewing celebrates Oktoberfest.
2012-09-2101 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Doing it up BigOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend it's all about doing it up big. The Headdress Ball is talking place at the Hilton Orlando, Beth Henley's play Miss Firecracker Contest opens tonight at the Annie Russell Theater at Rollins College and Orlando Brewing celebrates Oktoberfest.
2012-09-2101 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Sick Time Likely Off Nov. BallotThis week Billy Manes talks about the Orange County Board of Commissioners vote to delay and revise the sick time initiative.
The Orange County Board of commissioners voted to delay the worker sick time initiative. The delay will likely keep the measure off the November 6th ballot.
2012-09-1401 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Sick Time Likely Off Nov. BallotThis week Billy Manes talks about the Orange County Board of Commissioners vote to delay and revise the sick time initiative.
The Orange County Board of commissioners voted to delay the worker sick time initiative. The delay will likely keep the measure off the November 6th ballot.
2012-09-1401 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Walk on ByOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the art exhibition "Walk on By" part of the Corridor Project.
Wednesday morning September 5th a group of Orlando artists presented “Walk on By,” part of the Corridor Project. An outdoor art museum without a fixed location.
2012-09-0601 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Walk on ByOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the art exhibition "Walk on By" part of the Corridor Project.
Wednesday morning September 5th a group of Orlando artists presented “Walk on By,” part of the Corridor Project. An outdoor art museum without a fixed location.
2012-09-0601 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Making a SplashOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend it's all about making a splash. The Orlando Psycho City Derby Girls will present a Jello wrestling event at Club 57 West in Orlando. The second big splash will be at Lake Eola this weekend at SOAKED, Orlando's first large scale extreme water sports and music festival. Finally, nothing makes a splash like celebrities, even if they are faux celebrities.The sunburst convention showcases takes place this weekend at the Wyndham resort Lake Buena Vista.
2012-09-0601 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Making a SplashOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend it's all about making a splash. The Orlando Psycho City Derby Girls will present a Jello wrestling event at Club 57 West in Orlando. The second big splash will be at Lake Eola this weekend at SOAKED, Orlando's first large scale extreme water sports and music festival. Finally, nothing makes a splash like celebrities, even if they are faux celebrities.The sunburst convention showcases takes place this weekend at the Wyndham resort Lake Buena Vista.
2012-09-0601 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Going Back in TimeOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend we're winding back the clock.First to a 1970's game show: Wanzie's Celebrity Match Game takes place at the Footlight Theater at The Parliament House in Orlando, next to the 1940's with "Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play" at the Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park and finally going back possibly hundreds of years to meet the ghosts of Orlando on the Downtown Orlando Haunted Pub Crawl starting at The Harp & Celt Restaurant and Irish Pub.
2012-08-3101 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley Going Back in TimeOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend we're winding back the clock.First to a 1970's game show: Wanzie's Celebrity Match Game takes place at the Footlight Theater at The Parliament House in Orlando, next to the 1940's with "Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play" at the Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park and finally going back possibly hundreds of years to meet the ghosts of Orlando on the Downtown Orlando Haunted Pub Crawl starting at The Harp & Celt Restaurant and Irish Pub.
2012-08-3101 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Republican National ConventionOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the information we're not hearing from the Republican National Convention in Tampa.
The Republican National Convention is currently gathering in Tampa. There has been plenty of coverage on the speeches and audience response, but where is the analysis?
2012-08-3001 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Republican National ConventionOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the information we're not hearing from the Republican National Convention in Tampa.
The Republican National Convention is currently gathering in Tampa. There has been plenty of coverage on the speeches and audience response, but where is the analysis?
2012-08-3001 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Earned Sick Time InitiativeThis week Billy Manes talks about the earned sick time initiative and the politicians and business groups that are attempting to remove the initiative from the ballot.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a study reporting that lack of paid sick leave can prevent people from getting the health care services they need.
2012-08-2401 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Earned Sick Time InitiativeThis week Billy Manes talks about the earned sick time initiative and the politicians and business groups that are attempting to remove the initiative from the ballot.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a study reporting that lack of paid sick leave can prevent people from getting the health care services they need.
2012-08-2401 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Jessica Bryce Young | YA NovelsOrlando Weekly's Jessica Bryce Young talks about the rise in popularity of young adult novels, by readers of all ages. There are many reasons young adult novels appeal to all readers.
2012-08-1701 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Jessica Bryce Young | YA NovelsOrlando Weekly's Jessica Bryce Young talks about the rise in popularity of young adult novels, by readers of all ages. There are many reasons young adult novels appeal to all readers.
2012-08-1701 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley LegendsOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend features legends, including George Axelrod's three act play "The Seven Year Itch" at Theatre Downtown, a soulful hometown band "The Legendary JC's" perform at the Social in Orlando and the beloved children's tale of a puppet that turns into a boy at Pinocchio's Marionette Theater in Altamonte Springs.
2012-08-1701 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley LegendsOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend features legends, including George Axelrod's three act play "The Seven Year Itch" at Theatre Downtown, a soulful hometown band "The Legendary JC's" perform at the Social in Orlando and the beloved children's tale of a puppet that turns into a boy at Pinocchio's Marionette Theater in Altamonte Springs.
2012-08-1701 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Mad Cow, Zombies and Civil War
Orlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend Central Floridians can expect a wide variety of events with the Mad Cow Theatre in Orlando performing Dancing at Lughnasa.The Central Florida Zoo in Sanford will host My Bloody Rockabilly Zombie Valentine and a civil war reenactment of the Battle of Townsend's Plantation will take place at Renniger's Antique Center in Mount Dora.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-02-0801 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Mad Cow, Zombies and Civil WarOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend Central Floridians can expect a wide variety of events with the Mad Cow Theatre in Orlando performing Dancing at Lughnasa.The Central Florida Zoo in Sanford will host My Bloody Rockabilly Zombie Valentine and a civil war reenactment of the Battle of Townsend's Plantation will take place at Renniger's Antique Center in Mount Dora.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-02-0801 min
WMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Mayor Teresa JacobsThis week Billy Manes talks about Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and her views on county wide domestic partnership registry.
2012-02-0801 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Mayor Teresa JacobsThis week Billy Manes talks about Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and her views on county wide domestic partnership registry.
2012-02-0801 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Festival, Photography and OperaOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend Central Floridians can expect a wide variety of events with the Zora Neale Hurston Festival in Eatonville, The Southeast Museum of Photography in Daytona Beach presents Surfland by Joni Sternbach and The Florida Opera Theatre performs "The Barber of Seville" in Orlando.
2012-01-3101 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Festival, Photography and OperaOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend Central Floridians can expect a wide variety of events with the Zora Neale Hurston Festival in Eatonville, The Southeast Museum of Photography in Daytona Beach presents Surfland by Joni Sternbach and The Florida Opera Theatre performs "The Barber of Seville" in Orlando.
2012-01-3101 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Protests against SOPAOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the Protests against SOPA The Stop Online Piracy Act that took place on January 18th.
Erin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly talks about the January 18th series of coordinated protests that occurred against he Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA).
2012-01-3101 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Protests against SOPAOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the Protests against SOPA The Stop Online Piracy Act that took place on January 18th.
Erin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly talks about the January 18th series of coordinated protests that occurred against he Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA).
2012-01-3101 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Sweet WeekendOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend Central Floridians can expect one sweet weekend with a key lime pie festival in Cocoa Beach, an art show filled with sweet dreams at Twelve21 gallery in Orlando and sweet memories of a time when it was possible to avoid a phone call at the antique telephone and insulator show at the Maitland Civic Center.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-2001 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Sweet WeekendOrlando writer Liz Langley says this weekend Central Floridians can expect one sweet weekend with a key lime pie festival in Cocoa Beach, an art show filled with sweet dreams at Twelve21 gallery in Orlando and sweet memories of a time when it was possible to avoid a phone call at the antique telephone and insulator show at the Maitland Civic Center.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-2001 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Mitt RomneyThis week Billy Manes talks about Mitt Romney's finances and his relationship with Full Sail University.
2012-01-2001 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Mitt RomneyThis week Billy Manes talks about Mitt Romney's finances and his relationship with Full Sail University.
2012-01-2001 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Highland Games, Otronicon and Mt.Dora Center for the ArtsOrlando writer Liz Langley has her top picks for this weekend. The Central Florida Scottish Highland Games, Otronicon at the Orlando Science Center and the Mount Dora Center for the Arts and Art Stroll.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-1301 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Highland Games, Otronicon and Mt.Dora Center for the ArtsOrlando writer Liz Langley has her top picks for this weekend. The Central Florida Scottish Highland Games, Otronicon at the Orlando Science Center and the Mount Dora Center for the Arts and Art Stroll.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-1301 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Affordable Care ActErin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly talks about how the number of uninsured Floridians has grown and how the affordable care act could provide much needed help.
2012-01-1301 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Affordable Care ActErin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly talks about how the number of uninsured Floridians has grown and how the affordable care act could provide much needed help.
2012-01-1301 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Galactic, Railroads and PageantsOrlando writer Liz Langley has her top picks for this weekend. Eclectic funk band Galactic at Plaza Live, the Florida rail fair and model train show is taking place in DeLand and Wanzie presents Little Miss Parliament House at The Footlight Theater in Orlando.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-0901 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Galactic, Railroads and PageantsOrlando writer Liz Langley has her top picks for this weekend. Eclectic funk band Galactic at Plaza Live, the Florida rail fair and model train show is taking place in DeLand and Wanzie presents Little Miss Parliament House at The Footlight Theater in Orlando.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-0901 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | New Years EventsLiz has her top five countdown picks for bringing in the New Year in Central Florida. 5. Prom night at the Independent Bar in Downtown Orlando 4. James Bond party at the Enzian Theatre in Maitland 3. New Years Evil at A Comic Shop in Winter park 2. The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Cinematique in Daytona Beach 1. Tiffany performs at the Parliament House in Orlando
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-0901 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | New Years EventsLiz has her top five countdown picks for bringing in the New Year in Central Florida. 5. Prom night at the Independent Bar in Downtown Orlando 4. James Bond party at the Enzian Theatre in Maitland 3. New Years Evil at A Comic Shop in Winter park 2. The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Cinematique in Daytona Beach 1. Tiffany performs at the Parliament House in Orlando
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-0901 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Holiday WeekendLiz has her top picks for this holiday weekend.Handel's"Messiah" will be performed at The Cathedral Church of Saint Luke in downtown Orlando, Pinocchio's Marionette Theater in Altamonte Springs presents "The Little Drummer Boy"and Chanukah in the Park is taking place in Winter Park on Christmas.
Each Friday, Orlando writer Liz Langley previews the upcoming weekend's events in Central Florida.
2012-01-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Republican Party AnalysisThis week Billy Manes talks about the Republican National Convention in Tampa and has his analysis of the Iowa Caucus results.
2012-01-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Republican Party AnalysisThis week Billy Manes talks about the Republican National Convention in Tampa and has his analysis of the Iowa Caucus results.
2012-01-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Orlando HomelessOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the issues facing the homeless in Downtown Orlando.
Erin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly talks about homelessness in Downtown Orlando and the fees that shelters charge.
2012-01-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Orlando HomelessOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about the issues facing the homeless in Downtown Orlando.
Erin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly talks about homelessness in Downtown Orlando and the fees that shelters charge.
2012-01-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Voter suppressionThis week Billy Manes talks about the new Florida voter registration law and how it's being challenged.
Who is allowed to vote these days? Since House Bill 1355 passed earlier this year many are calling for the law to be reviewed.
2012-01-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Voter suppressionThis week Billy Manes talks about the new Florida voter registration law and how it's being challenged.
Who is allowed to vote these days? Since House Bill 1355 passed earlier this year many are calling for the law to be reviewed.
2012-01-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Orlando Domestic-Partnership RegistryThis week Billy Manes talks about Orlando's approval of the Domestic-Partnership Registry.
Orlando's City Council voted unanimously to enact the Domestic-Partnership Registry, which will be open to gay and straight couples starting January 12th.
2011-12-1701 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Orlando Domestic-Partnership RegistryThis week Billy Manes talks about Orlando's approval of the Domestic-Partnership Registry.
Orlando's City Council voted unanimously to enact the Domestic-Partnership Registry, which will be open to gay and straight couples starting January 12th.
2011-12-1701 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Drug ShortagesOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about how many medications are in large demand but are in short supply.
Erin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly shares her experince with prescription drug shortages and talks about how manufacturers are not required to report the reasons of shortages to the FDA.
2011-12-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan | Drug ShortagesOrlando Weekly's Erin Sullivan talks about how many medications are in large demand but are in short supply.
Erin Sullivan from the Orlando Weekly shares her experince with prescription drug shortages and talks about how manufacturers are not required to report the reasons of shortages to the FDA.
2011-12-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Campaign financeThis week Billy Manes talks about the influence of corporate dollars in state politics.
2011-12-0201 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Campaign financeThis week Billy Manes talks about the influence of corporate dollars in state politics.
2011-12-0201 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Orlando Sentinel LayoffsThis week the Orlando Sentinel cut back on staff. Erin takes a look at the relevance of print media and how it is often the source for blogs and tweets.
The Orlando Sentinel cut back on staff this week. Erin Sullivan takes a look at the relevance of newspapers in the digital landscape and how many blogs and tweets use print media as their main source of news.
2011-11-2901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Orlando Sentinel LayoffsThis week the Orlando Sentinel cut back on staff. Erin takes a look at the relevance of print media and how it is often the source for blogs and tweets.
The Orlando Sentinel cut back on staff this week. Erin Sullivan takes a look at the relevance of newspapers in the digital landscape and how many blogs and tweets use print media as their main source of news.
2011-11-2901 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Wanzie Christmas Carol, Pure Orlando Dance, American Harp Society and Black Flag KaraokeLiz has a diverse mix of events for this weekend.Wanzie's Glittering Star Studded: A Christmas Carol will be performed at The Footlight Theatre in Orlando .Pure Orlando Dance presents Pure Reflections: beauty reimagined.The Central Florida division of the American Harp Society's "Hanging of the Greens". Will's Pub in Orlando will host Black Flag Karaoke.
2011-11-2901 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Wanzie Christmas Carol, Pure Orlando Dance, American Harp Society and Black Flag KaraokeLiz has a diverse mix of events for this weekend.Wanzie's Glittering Star Studded: A Christmas Carol will be performed at The Footlight Theatre in Orlando .Pure Orlando Dance presents Pure Reflections: beauty reimagined.The Central Florida division of the American Harp Society's "Hanging of the Greens". Will's Pub in Orlando will host Black Flag Karaoke.
2011-11-2901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Fetal PersonhoodWith the ballot measure defeated in Mississippi it is not time to rest.
Attention will turn to other states like Florida to define Fetal Personhood in upcoming ballot measures. Maybe we should do more to look after those "persons" already here.
2011-11-1701 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Fetal PersonhoodWith the ballot measure defeated in Mississippi it is not time to rest.
Attention will turn to other states like Florida to define Fetal Personhood in upcoming ballot measures. Maybe we should do more to look after those "persons" already here.
2011-11-1701 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Job creation in FloridaGood news for unemployment numbers but bad news for types of jobs created.
The Florida unemployment rate has dropped but the kind of jobs created are nothing to be proud of. Low paying jobs have added workers, high paying jobs have not. The income gap continues to also widen in the state.
2011-11-1101 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Job creation in FloridaGood news for unemployment numbers but bad news for types of jobs created.
The Florida unemployment rate has dropped but the kind of jobs created are nothing to be proud of. Low paying jobs have added workers, high paying jobs have not. The income gap continues to also widen in the state.
2011-11-1101 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Margot Knight Exit InterviewMargot Knight was a polarizing figure in the Central Florida Arts Community.
Margot Knight, former United Arts President and CEO will be remembered for much in the Central Florida Arts community. Billy takes on the naysayers who spent more time trying to bring her down than support her work in Orlando.
2011-11-0401 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Margot Knight Exit InterviewMargot Knight was a polarizing figure in the Central Florida Arts Community.
Margot Knight, former United Arts President and CEO will be remembered for much in the Central Florida Arts community. Billy takes on the naysayers who spent more time trying to bring her down than support her work in Orlando.
2011-11-0401 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastAdd to My Interests What's Hot | Liz Langley | Fishbone at the Enzian and The Social, PlayFest and the AIA Orlando PowwowThis weekend Liz Langley's top picks include two appearances from the band Fishbone, the first at the Enzian Theater followed by a concert at The Social. PlayFest is taking place at the Orlando Shakespeare Theater and the American Indian Association of Florida is holding a Powwow at the Central Florida Fairgrounds.
2011-11-0401 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastAdd to My Interests What's Hot | Liz Langley | Fishbone at the Enzian and The Social, PlayFest and the AIA Orlando PowwowThis weekend Liz Langley's top picks include two appearances from the band Fishbone, the first at the Enzian Theater followed by a concert at The Social. PlayFest is taking place at the Orlando Shakespeare Theater and the American Indian Association of Florida is holding a Powwow at the Central Florida Fairgrounds.
2011-11-0401 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Halloween and HealthIt may be Halloween but the real scare is what is happening to the Florida Agency for Health care Administration.
With the removal of the head of the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration, we have already seen less regulation, more problems and a health system in shambles.
2011-10-2701 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Halloween and HealthIt may be Halloween but the real scare is what is happening to the Florida Agency for Health care Administration.
With the removal of the head of the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration, we have already seen less regulation, more problems and a health system in shambles.
2011-10-2701 min
What's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Nude-a-Palooza, Orlando Ballet,CF Veg Fest and Fitzpatrick memorialThis weekend the Nude-a-Palooza takes place at Cypress Cove Resort, the Orlando Ballet presents Vampires Ball, The Central Florida Veg Fest is happening in Loch Haven Park and Slingapour's is hosting a comedy benefit in memory of Kelly Fitzpatrick.
2011-10-2101 minWhat's Hot in Central Florida PodcastWhat's Hot | Liz Langley | Nude-a-Palooza, Orlando Ballet,CF Veg Fest and Fitzpatrick memorialThis weekend the Nude-a-Palooza takes place at Cypress Cove Resort, the Orlando Ballet presents Vampires Ball, The Central Florida Veg Fest is happening in Loch Haven Park and Slingapour's is hosting a comedy benefit in memory of Kelly Fitzpatrick.
2011-10-2101 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Why does the Governor hate the ArtsGovernor Rick Scott wants less funding for education which he deems less worthy.
With his goal to create 700 000 new jobs, The Governor is turning his attention to education programs that do not create enough jobs like anthropology. Funny, it seems his own daughter has what Governor Scott would call a worthless degree in Anthropology.
2011-10-2001 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Why does the Governor hate the ArtsGovernor Rick Scott wants less funding for education which he deems less worthy.
With his goal to create 700 000 new jobs, The Governor is turning his attention to education programs that do not create enough jobs like anthropology. Funny, it seems his own daughter has what Governor Scott would call a worthless degree in Anthropology.
2011-10-2001 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Occupy Wall StreetOccupy Wall Street and The Tea Party have much in common.
The Protests to occupy Wall Street are seen as a grass root effort to change the way things are done. Sound familiar? The Tea Party have the same claim. What they share and what is different between these two anti-establishment organizations.
2011-10-1301 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Erin Sullivan Occupy Wall StreetOccupy Wall Street and The Tea Party have much in common.
The Protests to occupy Wall Street are seen as a grass root effort to change the way things are done. Sound familiar? The Tea Party have the same claim. What they share and what is different between these two anti-establishment organizations.
2011-10-1301 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Come Out With PrideBeyond the dancing, the parade and the music, The Annual Come Out With Pride Celebration this weekend is all about looking to what the gay community has achieved and the challenges still ahead.
2011-10-0901 minWMFE - Orlando Weekly's PodcastOrlando Weekly | Billy Manes Come Out With PrideBeyond the dancing, the parade and the music, The Annual Come Out With Pride Celebration this weekend is all about looking to what the gay community has achieved and the challenges still ahead.
2011-10-0901 min