Pensacola Expert Panel

PEP Talk with Meg starts this Halloween weekend with "Frightening Friday".  Meg shares AI's summary of the history of Halloween, All Saint's Day, etc.  as well as Halloween traditions like "Pumpkin Carving"  and some fun last-minute costume ideas for adults. Happy Halloween!

Stefan Schmitt, Marine Services instructor at George Stone Technical College j oins PEP Talk with Meg to host: "Boat Smart" sponsored by Key Marine Center of NW FL .  This week Stefan gives us an update on his GSTC Marine services students and offers boating storage tips for boat owners. For more info go to: www.keymarinecenter.com  or go to: www.georgestonecollege.edu  or subscribe  on YouTube to...

Elden Scott, Chief Kindness Officer, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about all things Sonny's BBQ including restaurant locations, the Fall menu and more! To download the Sonny's BBQ App go to: www.sonnysbbq.com

Nicole Stacey, VP of Destination Development joins PEP Talk with Meg with s special guest, the new President/CEO , Tony Lyle of Visit Pensacola .  Tony shares his background and enthusisam for his new role and  Nicole highlights many of the upcoming events this weekend and beyond!  For a complete calendar of Events and more info about Visit Pensacola go to: www.visitpensacola.com

Chris Heaney, Director of Building Jobs, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the programs and upcoming events provided by Studer Community Institute with a focus on the 2026 EntreCon Conference , November 12-13, 2026 at the Saenger Theatre in Pensacola. For 2026  EntreCon Conference info, schedule of events, speakers, sponsors, tickets and more go to: www.studeri.org  

Chad Picou joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the products and services provided by Affiliated Insurance . This episode he focuses on the current "Open Enrollment" insurance seasons for Medicare and the Affordable Care Act with  various plans and options available for  those seeking insurance coverage. For more info or to make an appointment call: 850-477- 5840.

Benjamin Murphy, Director of Marketing, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services and products provided by Quality Roofing Solutions..  This episode Ben focusess on storm recovery solutions, the value of every QRS customer and answers "roofing" questions from listeners.  For more info go to: www.qualityroofingsolutions.com  or call: 850-788-7691.

Rachel Smith, Outreach & Evnets Specialist joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services, programs and upcoming events with Gulf Coast Kid"s House..  Tickets still available for the "Brunch & Bubbles' fundraiser this Sunday, November 1st and the upcoming concert at Viny Music Hall.  For more info about the organization and to purchase tickets go to: www.gulfcoastkidshouse.org  and to...

Terence A. Gross, Owner and Managing Partner , joins PEP Talk with Meg to tallk about the legal services provided by Gross and Schuster, personal Injury law firm.  This episode he discusses the recent actions of Gov. Ron DeSantis and the legal impacts for Florida.  For more info call: 850-433-3333 or go to: www.grossandschuster.com

Brandon Johnson, Director of Sales and Marketing, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services, amenites and  advantages of choosing University Pines Sky Acting Living   for you or your loved ones starting the new adventure of senior Independent Living.  For more information go to: www.universitypinesskyactiveliving.com   or to schedule at tour call: 850-476-6333 or stop by: 8991 University...

Andy Anderson, Veterans Services Officer, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services and  upcming Veterans' events provided by the Santa Rosa County Veterans Services Office . For more info about the upcoming Veterans Food Distribution  on Nov. 6th and Veterans' Day Ceremony on Nov. 11, 2026  go to: www.santa.rosa.fl./379/Veterans-Services .com  or call :850-981-7115 

Jonathan Cook, Owner, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the products and services provided by Jonathan's Construction and Flooring.  This week Jonathan focuses on post-storm recovery, more pre-storm preparation tips and answers questions from listeners.  For more info go to: www.jonathansflooring.com  or stop by their Showroom at: 9320 N. Palafox St.   

Marina Wiedebac, Marketing Director  for Pensacola Mess Hall, Dr. Layne Yoneshiro, President of the Japan-American Society of NWFL  & HizashiCon Board Member and Debi Janea, Academy Director & Choreographer for Ballet Pensacola join PEP Talk with Meg to talk about their special programs and events for the 2026 Foo Foo Festival , October 29 thru November 9, 2026. For info on all the  Foo Fo...

Christine Brewster, VP of Membership and current interim President/CEO ,joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the exciting schedule of events coming up for the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Taste of the Beach., October 29 thru November 1st on Pensacola Beach . For event schedules, tickets, participating restaurants and more go to: www.tasteofpensacolabeach.com    To learn more about u...

Mike Wiggins joins PEP Talk wtth Meg every Tuesday to host: "The Garden Line" . This week Mike talks about yard and garden storm recovery, lawncare and various grasses and answers "Gardening" questions from listeners. 

Brian Prawitz, ADX Digital Marketing consultant, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the strategies and products available from ADX Digital Marketing fo your business success.   For a FREE Business consultation call Jeff Wayne, General Sales Manager at: 850-262-6000 or go to: www.adxdigitalmarketing.com -

Todd Thomson, President/CEO, and his guest Sara Lefevers, VP with Shumaker Advisors join PEP Talk with Meg to host the: "Pensacola Chamber Connection " for the Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce. This episode they discuss the upcoming elections, various amendments and initiatives featured on the ballot for the 2026 Midterm election in Escambia County, Florida.  For more info go to : www.pensaco...

Malcolm Ballinger , Owner and Publisher, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the latest news from Ballinger Publishing, Pensacola community news and events. For a digital copy of the October Pensacola Magazine or Downtown Crowd go to: www.ballingerpublishing.com

(originally aired 10/22/26)  Alex Gartner, Artistic and Executive Director joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the upcoming events and programs with the Pensacola Children's Chorus.  For more info go to: www.pensacolasings.org

Mary McClellan, VP of Development with the Pensacola Humane Society and Michelle Cramer, President of the NWFL Great Dane Rescue and her guest Great Dane "Blossom" join PEP  Talk with guest host Jessica Siderio to talk about the collaboration of both of their fundraising events to create: "Great Barktoberfest" to be held, Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Seville Square and Fountain Park in Pensacola. ...

Stefan Schmitt, Marine Services instructor at George Stone Technical College and Bill Kidman, Marine Services manager at Key Marine Center of NW FL  with guest host Jessica Siderio join PEP Talk to host :" Boat Smart" .  For more info go to: www.keymarinecenter.com   or www.georgestonecollege.edu  or subscribe on YouTube to: "Boat Smart Tricks of the Trade"

Elden Scott, Chief Kindness Officer, joins PEP Talk with guest host Jessica Siderio,  to talk about all things Sonny's BBQ . For more info, locations, menus and to download the Sonny's BBQ App  go to: www.sonnysbbq.com

Ingo Starke, Leading Knight,  and Dierdre Glynn join PEP Talk with guest host Jessica Siderio to talk about the upcoming events sponsored by the Pensacola Beach Elks Lodge   including the Elks Halloween 5K and Kids Monster Dash on Saturday, October 31st.  Plus,the many ways they give back in service to the local community . To sign up for the 5k go to: www.runsignup.com For more info go to: www.el...

Christine Brewster, VP of Membership and current Interim President/CEO, joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the exciting schedule of events coming up for the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Taste of the Beach: A Culinary Journey, October 29- November 1, 202t6 on Pensacola Beach with special events every day including: a Sunset Cruise, & Cocktails,  VIP Trolley Dinner, Taste of the...

Stephanie Dodon joins PEP Talk with Meg to talk about the services and products offered by Emerald Coast Coins, current gold & silver market prices and fun ideas for gift-giving.  For more info call: 850-473-4515 or check out their new Facebook and TikTok pages for the latest updates.