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

Award-winning crime novelist Jim Nesbitt joins host Rick Outzen to discuss his latest hardboiled Texas thriller, "The Fatal Saving Grace," the craft of creating flawed protagonists, and how decades of journalism shaped his fiction writing career.

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.

Award-winning crime novelist Jim Nesbitt joins host Rick Outzen to discuss his latest hardboiled Texas thriller, “The Fatal Saving Grace,” the craft of creating flawed protagonists, and how decades of journalism shaped his fiction writing career.

Lumon May discusses his father, Rev. Theophalis May. "My father to me was just a great man. His mom died in childbirth; his father died when he was five. He was homeless all the way until he went into the Navy at age 15. He served at Annapolis in the kitchen as a kitchen helper in World War II.  And he often said the first time he ever had a pair of shoes, the first time he ever was full was...

My interviews this week: WSRE Foundation's Amy Day on its history-making lawsuit. State Rep. Alex Andrade on $36 Million Scandal. Theresa Cserep on the City's Childcare Initiative. Quint Studer on Buying More Teams. Rachel Gilmer on the tragic death of Sofia Bennett.

On the one-year anniversary of her daughter’s death, Sandy Bennett-Tidwell took a painful but determined step forward—filing a wrongful death lawsuit for 12-year-old Sophia Bennett, who lost her life in a devastating truck accident on Quintet Road near Pensacola’s paper mill area. Levin Papantonio attorney Rachel Gilmer shares the details.

In the latest episode of “(We Don’t) Color on the Dog," host Rick Outzen discusses a heartbreaking case that highlights the importance of accountability on our roads. Attorney Rachel Gilmer from Levin Papantonio provides insights into the tragic accident that claimed the life of 12-year-old Sofia Bennett and the subsequent legal battle that her family is now facing.

Pensacola Blue Wahoos owner Quint Studer reveals that he’s launching a new company aimed at keeping minor league baseball teams rooted in their communities, offering an alternative to the private equity firms that have rapidlyconsolidated the industry.

Quint Studer reflects on 2025 and shares his vision for 2026, discussing the Studer Community Institute's laser focus on reducing preterm births in zip code 32505, Pensacola's unprecedented construction surge, and exclusively reveals his new venture Community Baseball Partners—an alternative to private equity that aims to keep minor league teams community-focused while expanding youth spor...

Theresa Cserep, coordinator of Mayor D.C. Reeves' Childcare Initiative, discusses the city's groundbreaking plan to convert Alice Williams Library into an infant care facility and workforce training center. Learn about the community summits, the stark divide between childcare markets, and how this pilot program aims to address the $5.4 billion economic impact of childcare shortages in Flor...

Alice Williams Library is being converted into something our community desperately needs: an infant care facility with workforce training space. "If you ask that family that has that childcare need met and it's able to work or continue their education as a result of it, I bet they're going to tell you I like it," says Theresa Cserep, who coordinates the initiative.

State Rep. Alex Andrade breaks down how taxpayer funds from multiple agencies—DOT, Health Dept, opioid settlements, even federal child protection grants—were allegedly used to run political ads against Amendments 3 & 4. The smoking gun? Ads that started targeting teens about marijuana suddenly switched to targeting grandparents—the most likely voters. "It was obviously not well-intentione...

The WSRE Foundation has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit after PSC decertified them as a direct support organization while still demanding their money—and even suggesting the board disband and turn over donor funds. "You want the money, but you don't want our input on anything else?" asks foundation board member Amy Day. "We need some clarity."

What started as a $10 million scandal has exploded into a $36 million controversy involving multiple Florida state agencies allegedly misusing taxpayer funds to defeat constitutional amendments during the 2024 election cycle. State Rep. Alex Andrade joined the podcast to discuss bombshell reporting from the Miami Herald and Tampa Bay Times that reveals the scope of state spending against Amendment...

Why is WSRE Foundation suing Pensacola State College?

The WSRE Foundation has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against Pensacola State College, marking the first legal action of its kind in Florida as the foundation board fights to protect donor interests and preserve public media in Northwest Florida.

My interviews this week: State Rep. Alex Andrade accusing AG James Uthmeier of stealing $16M from taxpayers. UWF Coach Stephanie Yelton on UNC coaching legend, Sylvia Hatchell. Hale Morrissette on what's wrong with Mayor Reeves' development advisory recommendation. LifeView CEO Allison Hill on a significant gift from the Covenant Care Foundation.

LifeView Group CEO Allison Hill joins Rick Outzen to discuss Covenant Care Foundation's transformative $567,305 gift to Lakeview Center. 

LifeView Group CEO Allison Hill joins Rick Outzen to discuss Covenant Care Foundation's transformative $567,305 gift to Lakeview Center. This critical funding will sustain psychiatry services for nearly 3,000 uninsured adults living with mental illness and substance use disorders in Northwest Florida. Hill explains the growing demand for behavioral health services, the exceptional outcomes Lak...

Pensacola activist Hale Morrissette is raising serious concerns about the Baptist Hospital redevelopment.

Pensacola activist Hale Morrissette is raising serious concerns about the Baptist Hospital redevelopment and the involvement of Baptist District Foundation.

UWF Women's Basketball Head Coach Stephanie Yelton breaks it down in our latest podcast! "When you and I played, when the coach told you to go do something, you did it. If they told you to run through the wall, you would try," Coach Yelton says. Today's players want to know WHY. We discuss her lessons from legendary coach Sylvia Hatchell, the impact of the transfer portal and NIL...

@UWF_WBB Coach Stephanie Yelton on how college basketball has transformed From transfer portals to NIL deals, the game has changed. Full interview on Rick's Blog. Saturday: Valdosta rivalry game, 2pm + FREE Santa photos! 🎅

State Rep. Alex Andrade revealed new evidence confirming that the controversial $10 million payment to the Hope Florida Foundation was indeed Medicaid money—and that the scheme ultimately cost Florida taxpayers $16 million, not the $10 million initially reported.

State Rep. Alex Andrade reveals new evidence proving the Hope Florida Foundation received Medicaid settlement funds, and explains how Attorney General James Uthmeier's alleged scheme actually cost Florida taxpayers $16 million—not just the $10 million initially reported.