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Cultural Council For Palm Beach County
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Environmental Conservation
Kind Diner Society
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Welcome to Top of Mind Florida – From trending headlines to big ideas, join veteran journalists Brian Crowley and Michael Williams as they dive into the stories, characters, and chaos that make the Sunshine State shine. Together, we unpack the serious and the silly, the caretakers and the characters — the stories that make our state one of a kind. This is Top of Mind Florida — Headlines, hard ques... more

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The 2026 Florida legislative session ended without a budget, no meaningful relief on homeowners insurance, and no resolution on property taxes — even though Governor DeSantis made property tax reform his signature issue and never offered a plan. Vete... more

Distinguished American history professor Dr. Robert Watson of Lynn University joins hosts Michael Williams and Brian Crowley for a wide-ranging conversation on America's 250th anniversary. Watson, a Smithsonian fellow and author of Declaration, argue... more

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Taylor Morgan, founder of Kind Diners Society, joins hosts Michael Williams and Brian Crowley on Top of Mind Florida to talk about a Palm Beach-area movement that's quietly changing how Floridians treat restaurant workers.

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Turn down the heat in Florida politics and beyond. Join Brian Crowley and Michael Williams every Sunday at 9:00 AM EST for the analysis you’ve been missing since our broadcast TV days.

In this episode, we dive into a potentially big budget gap facin... more

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Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Wendy Sartory Link joins hosts Michael Williams and Brian Crowley to break down critical voting legislation moving through the 2026 Florida Legislative Session.

Link discusses three major bills under conside... more

Holly Baltz, editor and reporter at Stet News and former Palm Beach Post investigative editor, joins Michael Williams and Brian Crowley to examine the possible connection between disappearing local news coverage and the too frequent disappearance of ... more

The 2026 Florida Legislative session is well underway, and the sparks are already flying. Michael Williams and Brian Crowley dive into the heated debate over eliminating property taxes—a move Peter Schorsch calls "dangerously revolutionary" and a "le... more

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The 2026 Florida Legislative Session is here, and the biggest fight on the table is the future of property taxes. While some leaders push for total elimination, others warn of a massive funding gap for vital local needs. Florida Senate Minority Leade... more

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Lori Berman
Democrat, Palm Beach County, Minority Leader
Florida Senate
Episode: Will Florida Abolish Property Taxes? One Senator Sounds the Alarm
Toby Overdorf
Republican state representative from the Treasure Coast
Florida House of Representatives
Episode: Your Taxes Your Money The Florida Fight
Richard Huber
Longtime immigration attorney with extensive experience in both government and private practice
Episode: Immigration Attorney Reveals Florida's Deportation Reality
Ken Kennerly
Executive Vice President of ProLink Sports, Executive Director of James Hardy Hall of Fame tournament, formerly ran the Honda Classic.
ProLink Sports
Episode: Sport Is His Middle Name in Florida
Irving Santiago
President of UltraCon
UltraCon
Episode: Living Big In A Comic Book World
Paige Shortsleeves
Executive Director of PEACE
PEACE
Episode: The Have Nots Keep Growing: Is the Florida Dream Dead?
Andy Dehart
President and CEO of Loggerhead Marine Life Center
Loggerhead Marine Life Center
Episode: Florida's Sea Turtle Comeback: High-Tech Tracking & The "Center of Hope"
Karis Engle
President and CEO of The Glades Initiative, a nonprofit addressing health and human service system needs in the Glades
The Glades Initiative
Episode: Congress fails. Thousands of Floridians suffer. Does anyone care?
Mark Hassell
Bike investigator at Bill Bone Bike Law specializing in bicycle accidents
Bill Bone Bike Law
Episode: Bicycles and Cars: Can We Share the Road?

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Brian Crowley
Co-host of Top of Mind Florida, veteran journalist
Michael Williams
Co-host of Top of Mind Florida, veteran journalist

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Will Florida Abolish Property Taxes? One Senator Sounds the Alarm
Q: Are we paying enough attention to senior poverty in Florida?
Berman expresses concern that more needs to be done to address the rising poverty levels among seniors and the impact of escalating medical costs.
Will Florida Abolish Property Taxes? One Senator Sounds the Alarm
Q: What if the Republicans simply say no to all of it?
Berman emphasizes the importance of putting forth their message about accountability and fiscal responsibility, particularly regarding county finances.
Will Florida Abolish Property Taxes? One Senator Sounds the Alarm
Q: What do you hope to accomplish in Tallahassee this coming session?
Senator Berman outlines her goals as minority leader which include affordability-related bills focusing on property tax breaks for seniors and first-time homebuyers.
Sport Is His Middle Name in Florida
Q: Where do we need to make strides to make sports more accessible to underprivileged youth?
Things are heading in the right direction with organizations like the First Tee encouraging participation and helping provide equipment.
Living Big In A Comic Book World
Q: How has the comic book world changed over the decades?
Irving mentions that comic books reflect the desire to be heroes, with an increased focus on engaging with children to promote reading over screen time.

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The program centers on Florida-focused politics, policy, and current events, with a mix of sharply argued takes and accessible explainer-style conversations. Episodes frequently tackle property taxes, governance funding, housing affordability, immigration policy, and the state's evolving political landscape, often featuring lawmakers, lawyers, nonprofit leaders, and subject-matter experts as guests. A recurring strength is pairing hard questions with a sense of humor, helping listeners parse complex issues without losing perspective. The show's approach—clear, policy-minded analysis balanced with personality and regional context—makes it useful for audiences who want timely state-level insights and practical implications for residents, busi... more

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2. Toby Overdorf
3. Richard Huber
4. Ken Kennerly
5. Irving Santiago
6. Paige Shortsleeves
7. Andy Dehart
8. Karis Engle

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