SWFL Online News with Angelina Assanti

Legendary former Red Sox hitting coach, Victor Rodriguez, talks about the honor of being asked to coach for Team Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic, whose first exhibition game will be March 8th against the Red Sox in JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Florida. Victor is the assistant hitting coach for the Cleveland Guardians who made accommodations for Rodriguez to coach Puerto Rican legends who...

In this season opener, we have the review from a movie claiming to be “Based on actual events” and that’s not accurate at all! Consume Bear is supposed to be a comedy and hits theaters February 24th.

Top Gun Maverick Movie Review

New veteran-owned business drives customers to authentic Mexican restaurants. Liz Valdez, the owner of Driven Foodie Tours talks about the safe and VIP service she provides to locals and tourists. You can book now and experience real SWFL food and be driven there so you can have a margarita and not have to worry about the drive! https://www.drivenfoodietours.com/?fbclid=IwAR1CTVZ-l2_BLdJYow_4ZUQCF...

Matthew Gooley drops by to discuss his female protagonist in his spy novel, "Destiny Can Be Dangerous." Matthew is an actor, producer, and writer. We dish about acting and politics and I get the scoop behind-the-scenes excitement with Matthew on the set of Dexter: New Blood. https://www.facebook.com/MatthewHGooley https://www.instagram.com/matthewhgooley/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2171261/?ref_=...

Brad Stecklein discusses the background story to him staging a hunger protest to get answers on his wrongful termination. He also discusses his You Tube channel and how he does golf lessons online. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsG9ewVaLRExdQSZfTc2Pzg, https://www.onlinegolflessons.net/, https://golfweek.usatoday.com/2021/12/14/brad-stecklein-fired-florida-assistant-golf-pro-lawsuit/

Angelina from Generation X and Tommy from Generation Z watch a movie together and give their opinions. On this edition, they see the Kurt Warner movie based on his life.

Isaiah Mwesige, CEO & Founder of AFRIYEA Golf Academy in Uganda joins me to discuss how he is changing young lives with golf. He discusses their big golf event happening on December 17th and shares some amazing stories about some students that have gone through his academy. Built on an idea of not only giving life lessons through golf, Isaiah is teaching kids and teens that sustainability and...

Top MLB Red Sox prospect Blaze Jordan is signing autographs today and taking pictures with fans. Come on down! Vendors are here until 4 pm. Ring cash! Some vendors are not taking credit cards.

To celebrate Veteran’s Day, historian DL Havlin, drops by to talk about Donald Roebling, who went from the inventor of a vehicle called LVT (landing vehicle tracked) nicknamed “The Alligator” that started out as a hurricane-rescue boat but turned into something that Admiral Nimitz saved 100,000 in World War II. https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Water-Red-Blood-Havlin/dp/195061381X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Bl...

D.L. Havlin discusses his newest adventure, being part of the Oak Ridge Boys Anthology, “Christmas Cookies Mysteries.” His story is called, “Aunt Elvira’s Jewels” also known as “Hay Baby.” D.L. Tells us how that happened, includes some little-known local Native American history, and also shares history that we all should know. He discusses a real-life hero and part of a huge feminist movement that...

Sean Roberts started his movement, Amrak, to bring awareness to bullying - why it happens and how to prevent it. As a movie producer and director, Sean, is actively casting people in Florida for his productions. Amrak has been denatured on several TV segments as well as radio. They are seeking volunteers and donations. You can learn more about Sean’s mission by going to: Amrakantibully.org and you...

According to Into the Jordan’s data, there are a projected 27 million victims of human trafficking worldwide. Florida is ranked 3rd for the amount of calls placed to the national hotline. Joann discusses the ways victims are lured and how Into the Jordan uses education, classes, and skilled training to help survivors build a new life. Tickets are available to their annual dinner & silent aucti...

Veteran who did tour of Afghanistan turned author, Aaron Woodson, talks about the U.S.’s controversial withdrawal from Afghanistan. He discusses how the military can do covert operations and withdrawals in war. Aaron has had multiple interviews, most recently on Action News in Jacksonville to discuss how this event has affected many veterans. His poetry is a reflection of the things he felt and sa...

Former Day Traders, Marc and Danielle were on Wall Street when 9/11 happened. They share their harrowing tale of the earth shaking and buildings crumbling. Serving New York as volunteer first responders, they recount the moments that felt like a year and share what they’ve been doing to help others since this national tragedy. They both are authors and Danielle has been featured on Dr. Oz. Daniell...

Former Day Traders, Marc and Danielle were on Wall Street when 9/11 happened. They share their harrowing tale of the earth shaking and buildings crumbling. Serving New York as volunteer first responders, they recount the moments that felt like a year and share what they’ve been doing to help others since this national tragedy. Danielle & Marc Slugh 9/11 first responders share today about their...

The Founder of Feed Thy Neighbor, Tony Mansolillo, joins me to discuss the struggle of funding his non-profit to feed the homeless in one of the wealthiest cities in America. Home to professional athletes, celebrities, and old money as a playground for the rich, Naples also has a homeless problem that doesn’t want to be acknowledged by many of its residents. Tony, his staff, and volunteers work ti...