Gainesville Community Playhouse cast member Jeff Stevens tells us about the playhouse and their production of “Finding Neverland” on stage through October 11.

Debbie Sahay, Director of Operations and Lisa Kanerak, Director of Marketing and Communications, tells us about Elder Options and the services they provide to a 16-county service area in North Central Florida.

Sherrilene Classen, author of a new book, The Trail Within, about her solo journey on the Appalachian Trail, tells us about the importance of hiking preparation, safety and awareness as well as her upcoming book talk on Oct. 10 in Gainesville.

This episode features Dr. Victoria Pagán, Professor of Classics at the University of Florida College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, who recently received the 2024-25 UF Teacher/Scholar of the Year honor. Pagán is considered one of the foremost experts on classical Greek and Roman literature and culture.

UF Assistant Vice President of Community Relations and 2026 University of Florida Campaign for Charities Director Karen Thomas tells us about the importance of the campaign, the agencies involved, special fundraising events and just how easy is to donate to a good cause.

University of Florida Performing Arts Director Brian Jose offers the inside scoop and a glimpse of the upcoming 2026-27 season featuring 40 different performances from September 18, 2026, through April 2027.

North Central Florida Community Center Director of Operations E.J. Soft shares information on volunteer and partnership opportunities at the nonprofit center. He emphasized that the state-of-the-art gym and versatile community spaces are designed to welcome everyone. At the Center there is always a way to move, learn, and connect.

The University of Florida Retooling Assessment Initiative, a collaboration between the AI2 Center, the Center for Teaching Excellence and the UFIT Center for Instructional Technology and Training, a year-long initiative that invites faculty to explore assessment practices that are authentic, learner-centered and responsive to an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled future is featured this week.

This episode features the William and Grace Dial Center for Speech and Communication Studies at the University of Florida. The center prepares students, faculty, and staff with the communication skills necessary to share ideas, convey information, and interact with others effectively in their social and professional environments.

Dr. Heidi Keegan, Literacy Coordinator for the Alachua County Reads collaborative, tells us about the new initiative, available resources and the need for volunteers who are interested in serving on the Advisory Council.