Engage

Central Florida Public Media
  • 5.0 (8)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
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Join Engage’s host, Cheryn Stone as she explores Central Florida's issues and culture with new voices, new perspectives, and thought provoking interviews.

  1. 5D AGO

    Growth, Belonging, and the Changing Meaning of Home in Central Florida

    Central Florida’s rapid growth is reshaping how people experience home and belonging. Engage hosts a live community conversation examining what helps people stay connected as communities evolve and how the region can build a future where more people feel rooted here.

    49 min

  2. DEC 11

    AI regulations, UFL’s Orlando Storm, Chriskwanzukkah, Ballroom dancing competition

    States are grappling with the federal government over who gets to regulate the artificial intelligence industry, Central Florida gets a new non-NFL football team, The Creative Happiness Institute celebrates all the holidays and Central Florida hoofers gather for a five-day ballroom dancing competition.

    51 min

  3. DEC 4

    Redistricting, I-4’s History, Iran Torture Allegation, HBCU Hoops, and the BarbaCuban

    Florida’s legislature prepares to redraw the state’s congressional districts as the 2026 legislative session approaches. An F-DOT project brings attention to driver safety on I-4. A Windermere resident faces his troubling past. HBCU athletics return to Central Florida with the first HBCU Hoops Invitational. Jose Juarez puts the flavors of Cuba in a bottle.

    51 min

  4. NOV 20

    Orlando Ranks 49th Out of 50 Markets for Wages, One Small Step Draws to a Close, Music and saliva to better understand Alzheimer’s

    Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the Orlando/Kissimmee market near the bottom for wage earners. A StoryCorps program bringing together people from different backgrounds comes to an end. UCF researchers are analyzing saliva to determine the impacts of music on people living with Alzheimer’s.

    51 min

  5. NOV 14

    Central Florida Community Responds to ‘Stand Your Ground’ Law

    Florida passed a ‘Stand Your Ground’ law twelve years ago and the impacts across Central Florida communities have exposed inequities in its use.

    1h 54m

  6. NOV 6

    SNAP Benefits Frozen, Cuts to HIV Prevention and Treatment Funding, Bartow’s Hero of World WarII

    As the federal government shutdown proceeds through day 37, SNAP recipients are feeling the shortfall. Federal cuts to HIV funding are having dangerous effects on efforts to educate, prevent and treat. Bartow’s own James Van Fleet played a pivotal role in Allied victory in WWII.

    51 min

  7. OCT 30

    Lake and Brevard Counties Flooded, Hurricane Melissa Devastates Caribbean, Millennials Dodging Late Nights

    Unexpectedly sustained rains douse Coastal Central Florida, causing damage. A category 5 hurricane pummels Jamaica and Millennials figure out late nights mean rough days.

    46 min

  8. OCT 23

    Central Florida Teen Mental Health Crisis, Florida Economic Outlook, and The Bracket Brothers at SAK Comedy

    Central Florida communities are responding to teen mental health crisis in Seminole County. UCF’s Institute for Economic Forecasting releases its three year economic predictions. The Bracket Brothers turn barroom debates into playoff brackets.

    51 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
8 Ratings

About

Join Engage’s host, Cheryn Stone as she explores Central Florida's issues and culture with new voices, new perspectives, and thought provoking interviews.

Information

  • Creator
    Central Florida Public Media
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    147
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Engage

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