Rick Outzen: (we don’t) color on the dog

On the anniversary of the Bud and Belly Billings murders in Beulah, police historian Michael Earl Simmons joins Rick's Blog Live to talk about his "Sweet Tea Murders" storytelling series and revisit the home invasion that made national headlines and launched Sheriff David Morgan's career.

Pensacola Council President Allison Patton joins Rick's Blog Live to break down the Palafox Street gamble that paid off, the port's turnaround from "dead weight" to economic driver, airport growth outpacing its own parking, and what a year of "trial by fire" as Council President has taught her.

In the wake of the deadly July 4th downtown shooting, Escambia County Commissioner Lumon May joins Rick's Blog Live to trace his path from a teenage tournament organizer at the Salvation Army to co-founder of Southern Youth Sports Association—and to make the case for a community-wide summit on teens.

Pensacola Police Chief Eric Winstrom breaks down the July 4-5 downtown shooting investigation with Rick Outzen — three shooters, one arrest, and why victims are staying silent.

West Florida Public Libraries Board of Governance Chair Blaine Wall and board members meet with Escambia County Administrator Wes Moreno, HR Director Nikki Powell, and other county officials to hammer out a timeline and process for hiring a new director of library services. The overall tone was frank and at times pointed, but it stayed professional throughout the discussion.

Former Lincoln Project chief of staff Ryan Wiggins joins Rick to discuss her new political consulting firm, Black Pearl Strategies, formed with Rick Wilson and other Lincoln Project veterans. She talks about bringing their ad-making and narrative-setting skills to Florida politics, why they're backing David Jolly's gubernatorial bid, and what it will take to challenge DeSantis's eight-...

State Rep. Alex Andrade joins Rick Outzen to break down Day 1 of Florida's special legislative session on Governor DeSantis' homestead exemption and property tax proposal—what survived, what got cut, and why lawmakers rejected a $5.5 million gubernatorial ad campaign.

Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons joins Rick Outzen to discuss an Orange Beach police officer caught dropping off a homeless individual at Waterfront Rescue Mission—and what it means for Pensacola's finite public resources.

Kohler challenged Hofberger after her aide stayed on a contractor board—despite county attorney's advice that employees shouldn’t serve on citizen committees.

Pensacola City Councilmember Jennifer Brahier discusses overcrowding and the deplorable state of the Roger Scott Pools.

An Alabama man came to Florida on vacation and never made it home. When he fell ill and needed emergency surgery, the surgeon operated from the wrong position, removed the wrong organ, and severed a major blood vessel—killing him on the table. Pensacola attorney Joe Zarzaur joins Rick Outzen to reveal what happened inside that operating room, why the surgeon's practice ignored years of complai...

My interviews with: Meet Joe Vinson , who has filed to run for Escambia County Commission District 4. Troy Rafferty & Madeline Pendley discuss how online gambling is targeting kids. Joe Zarzaur talks about his lawsuit against surgeon who removed a man's liver instead of his spleen, causing his death. The surgeon has been arrested for second-degree manslaughter, Dr. Charletha Powell promote...

State Rep. Alex Andrade joins Rick Outzen to explain why Florida’s legislative session ended without a budget — and what happens next. From the Senate’s billion-dollar gap to the politics behind the property tax referendum, Andrade pulls back the curtain on a stalled process, a possible string of special sessions, and why the days of COVID cash are long gone.

Pensacola Sports CEO Ray Palmer joins Rick Outzen to celebrate his induction into the Sports ETA Hall of Fame — one of only 24 inductees in the organization’s 30-year history. Ray shares what 25 years in sports tourism has taught him about the industry’s staying power, makes the case for a dedicated indoor sports facility in Escambia County, and explains why that facility does not have to be built...

Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves sits down with Rick Outzen to discuss the city’s most pressing issues — from the Joe Patti’s Seafood lawsuit to SailGP’s explosive growth at the Port, downtown hotel expansion, and the future of the Bay Center.

Pensacola Sports CEO Ray Palmer joins Rick Outzen to preview the Sunbelt Conference Basketball Tournament, opening March 3 at the Bay Center. Ray discusses the wide-open men’s bracket, the conference’s innovative format changes, and reflects on his legacy of bringing championship-level college sports to Pensacola.

Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons sits down with Rick Outzen to discuss earning the top spot on the Inweekly 2026 Power List, his 40+ years in law enforcement, a leadership philosophy forged through mentorship.

State Rep. Alex Andrade joins Rick Outzen to discuss his bold plan to tie Medicaid managed care profits to infant mortality outcomes, new legislation targeting the diversion of state settlement funds in the wake of the Hope Florida scandal, and a bill to overhaul Florida's broken public records compliance system.

Author Julie Still-Rolin shares her terrifying experiences living in a haunted house for 11 years, the shadow children who befriended her son, and why she couldn't escape despite trying to sell the property six times. Her new book "The Haunting of Pensacola Avenue" reveals the paranormal investigation, mysterious destroyed records, and the four spirits that made her life a living nig...

Sheriff Chip Simmons explains how Escambia County handles officer-involved shooting investigations, from the immediate response to FDLE involvement, internal affairs reviews, anddeputy training protocols. Learn about the multi-agency transparency process that differs significantly from federal approaches.

From September 2023, Escambia County Commissioner Lumon May expressed his frustration in getting the Escambia Children's Trust to pause while it gets its house in order. 

State Rep. Alex Andrade joins Rick Outzen to preview the 2025 Florida Legislative Session, his last before terming out. . Andrade pulls no punches discussing Governor DeSantis's executive management failures, the brewing conflicts between the House and Senate, and his priorities for healthcare budget reform. From SNAP program errors to infant mortality reduction, Andrade outlines the monumenta...

The Argos are sitting at 10-4 and tied for second place in what Coach Stephanie Yelton calls “the most balanced Gulf South Conference in years.” In the latest “We Don’t Color on the Dog” podcast episode, Coach Yelton breaks down: 🔹 How the young team won a crucial overtime game against conference leaders🔹 The strategic changes driving their fast-paced, aggressive style🔹 Standout performances fr...

UWF women's basketball coach Stephanie Yelton discusses her team's 10-4 start, the most balanced Gulf South Conference season in years, key player performances, and the strategic adaptations driving their success as they push toward tournament play.

Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons discusses the dramatic 40% reduction in homicides, how drone technology and license plate readers are solving cases, his perspective on Florida's open carry law, and why partnerships between law enforcement agencies matter more than ever in 2026.