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First Coast Connect

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First Coast Connect is an hour-long call-in program that features local newsmakers, civic and community leaders, arts, activities across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, along with spot news features and a weekly roundtable of local journalists.

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

First Coast Week in Review 10.07.2026

A child abuse reporting crackdown; investigating the "investigation" at Douglas Anderson; and three St. Johns County officials arrested in a voter scam.

Congressional candidate Brit Robinson 09.07.2026

A self-described Democratic Socialist looks to unseat the longtime Republican incumbent.

'Addictive, unsafe and ineffective' 08.07.2026

As the DEA announces an emergency ban on synthetic Kratom, a local mom whose son died from the drug pushes for a broader, more permanent fix.

Representing Florida 06.07.2026

State Rep. Angie Nixon on why she’s running for U.S. Senate.

Flooded with pollution 02.07.2026

A new report examines how America's longstanding racial divides amplify the impacts of climate change.

The 'Fee State' of Florida? 01.07.2026

Investigative reporter Jason Garcia explores what happens to Florida cities and small town budgets if voters approve property tax cuts.

Wild ideas on Cumberland Island 30.06.2026

As the National Park Service shifts preservation priorities, some fear expanded development of Georgia's pristine National Seashore.

In the blood 29.06.2026

A five-year pollution study kicks off after research finds chemical pollution in the bloodstreams of South Georgia residents.

First Coast Week in Review 26.06.2026

Dueling realities for JEA CEOs: The current one testifies before City Council; the former is back in court.

Resegregating neighborhoods? 25.06.2026

A scholarly study titled “Confederates in the Cul de Sac” examines how a community’s name affects its racial diversity.

The price ain’t right 24.06.2026

Locals worry they’re being priced out of the Nation’s Oldest City.

Power move 23.06.2026

Local activists petition JEA to phase out climate warming fossil fuels, including coal.

History of land conservation 22.06.2026

Environmental attorney and author Clay Henderson breaks down the key players and history of state-funded conservation efforts in Florida and where protections stand today.

Government expert Chris Hand 18.06.2026

As proposed property tax cuts loom, city officials look to balance the budget and Duval voters will consider supplementing teacher salaries.

Celebrating Emancipation Day 17.06.2026

Jacksonville civil rights activist and historian Rodney L. Hurst Sr. reflects on the importance of Juneteenth and his role during the Civil Rights Movement.

Life-saving lung study 16.06.2026

An American Lung Association employee discovers she has lung cancer thanks to a national study based in Jacksonville.

Foodie funding 15.06.2026

Food journalist Hanna Raskin explains how Downtown dining is getting a boost from restaurant incentives.

First Coast Week in Review 12.06.2026

AI slop enters campaign mode; Kevin Carrico’s public records are finally released; and city funding for a Downtown Publix remains uncertain

AG candidate José Javier Rodríguez 11.06.2026

A conversation with the Democratic candidate for Florida attorney general.

View to a blockade 10.06.2026

A local youth and labor delegation returns from Cuba to report on life under the embargo.

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