Podcasts and Column Reads

This week I talk about Fire Up Citrus and how the new concept of web 3.0 can teach us ways to improve the business community. In the second topic we talk about new Chronicle publisher Trina Murphy’s first column and why it is the right timing but the wrong message.

Differentiating between Victims of Consequence and Circumstance

Priorities should be Decided by Merit, Not Popularity

The first topic explores if popularity is driving the sales tax debate because the numbers aren't adding up. Topic two is a call to action for what we can do as a community to support the Chronicle through a tough time.

Welcome to the Conversation

Citrus Republicans Face Social, Not Ideological Pressures

Bobby recaps last week's commission meeting and talks about the important role the Chronicle plays as demonstrated by its commentary on Sunday.

Sales Tax Might Tip Citrus Given National Policy

Categorize Citrus as a Place that Cares

Word choice matters. From the animal shelter fundraising to keeping all options for EMS open, a carelessness with words may be deceitful or keeping us from exploring the best possible options. More on that explained in the first topic.  In topic two, Gerry is back in the pages of the Chronicle! Last week we heaped praise on the Chronicle's Sunday edition but we'll tell you why Gerry's return...

Crisis Times Reveals Commission Needs Communication Solution

Naturecoast EMS' Motherly Sendoff is a Parting Gift to County

Today's show talks community conflict and why we are doing better than most here in Citrus. It ends with some surprising thoughts on Sunday's Chronicle. 

More Stories to be Told during Save Our Waters Week

Thoughtfulness Demonstrated from Both Sides of EMS Vote

Topics today include previewing the Naturecoast EMS meeting and analyzing the stormwater runoff meeting. Bobby answers what qualifies someone to be a commissioner and why it is going to be on display today. Also included are reactions to the Sunday commentary and how the writers compare to NBA stars. 

Recalling Shortcomings in County, Public Failures to Communicate

Respect Shown from Actions as well as Words Read the column here . Watch the column read here . 

This show previews the stormwater fee then discusses how things in Citrus are through what they aren't. It ends addressing the Chronicle's continued struggles and why this is a bad thing for the community. 

Community Deserves Principled Plan, Not Individual Trust Read the column here .  Watch the column read here .

Citrus Needs to Regain a Thoughtful Voice Read the column here . Watch the column read here .  

In today's show, Bobby discusses an alternative plan that keeps Naturecoast EMS but reduces their responsibility. Topic 2 responds to the Chronicle's Sunday commentary and points out the intangible quality missing. Watch the simulcast here . 

The Enduring Quality of Genuine Hope Read the column here . Watch the column read here . 

New Narratives Created Through Objective Opinion Read the column here .  Watch the column read here . 

Topics today include looking what is not in reports as much as reading what is and what this means for the objectivity of the reporter. Topic 2 explains why the storm water runoff fee must pass today, but how it can be a learning experience for the commission and for the public.