Best Emerald Media Group Podcasts (2025)

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7/11 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 4:25

5d ago4:25

4:25

Ryan looks at the latest rescission package before Congress, proposing cutting funds for programs like PBS. It's meeting with some surprising resistance among GOP reps in the House. Also in DC headlines, the FBI has launched investigations into the former FBI and CIA directors that many consider acts of political retribution.…

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7/11 - Spotlight: First Coast Crime Stoppers Community Impact 8:26

5d ago8:26

8:26

Chase Robinson of First Coast Crime Stoppers joins JMN, sharing how the program's tips have had tangible impacts on the Jacksonville community -- in terms of narcotics & weapons taken off the streets, arrests made, cases closed, and property and cash recovered.

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7/11 - For Locals By Locals - The Poppin Box 1:37

5d ago1:37

1:37

Our local business spotlight shines on The Poppin Box, spedcializing in gourmet popcorn and sweet treats in St. Johns County. Visit THEPOPPINBOX.COM for more information on their products, events, and more.

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7/10 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 4:38

6d ago4:38

4:38

Ryan looks at DC's Texas legislator responses to the Texas floods, with respect to FEMA, emergency aid resources, and more; meanwhile GOP legislators are working on a White House recision package to cut funding for various federal programs, after having already passed massive cuts in Trump's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill"...that still increases the…

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7/10 - Weekend Spotlight 5:37

6d ago5:37

5:37

Looking for things to do this weekend? The Jumbo Shrimp host the Nashville Tides for a baseball series. How will it wash out? If you're a fan of comics and graphic novels, check out the First Coast Comic Con at the Herbert Center at UNF. If music is your thing - The Jacksonville Rock Orchestra presents the music of Fleetwood Mac ad the Florida Thea…

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7/10 - Brian Kilmeade on JMN 6:05

6d ago6:05

6:05

You hear him form 10am to noon daily, and today Brian Kilmeade takes a break from his "Summer Retreat" to join JMN with thoughts on Florida rain, what's happening with the Fed, and how ICE is under attack "from within." Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show after JMN!

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7/9 - Spotlight: New TSA benefits for Military & families 4:21

7d ago4:21

4:21

TSA's Acting Administrator Adam Stahl discusses some changes with TSA security processes of benefit to military travelers and their families, plus some adjustments to security processes for civilian travelers.

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7/9 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 3:49

7d ago3:49

3:49

Ryan reports with the latest DC headlines, as Congress looks at FEMA funding and reorganization possibilities after the latest Texas flooding tragedies. Additionally, testimony is expected regarding former President Biden's medical and mental health during his administration. And budget cut realities are setting in as Congress looks at what program…

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7/9 - Jimmy Failla on JMN 5:23

7d ago5:23

5:23

You hear him nightly on Fox Across America, and on Wednesday mornings we get to visit with Jimmy Failla on JMN. Todays's topics? Trump as a crowdwork comic, the Epstein files debacle, Fat Elvis, betting on basbeall, and more. Join Jimmy Failla for Fox Across America tonight at 6pm on WOKV!

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7/8 - Spotlight: Trump Administration Rescinds Emerald Trail Grant 8:13

8d ago8:13

8:13

When originally issued, the Biden-era $147 million federal grant for the Emerald Trail was the largest grant awarded in Jacksonville history. With a recently passed Trump administration budget bill, though, that grant has been rescinded, leaving Emerald Trail funding with an ambigous future. Groundwork Jacksonville's Kay Ehas joins JMN to discuss t…

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7/8 - Spotlight: Clay Electric Rate Hike 5:31

8d ago5:31

5:31

Clay County Electric customers are facing a rate increase of approximately $6/mo or $72/year. The hike will be the topic of a Clay County Commissioners Board workshop at 9am this morning.County Commissioner Leroy Edwards joins JMN to discuss the hike proposal, and his opposition to the rate increase.…

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7/7 - Spotlight: Home Swapping 7:14

9d ago7:14

7:14

Action News Jax's Chandler Morgan looks at a blossoming vacation and/or business trend - Home Swapping. Say you want to travel to where-ever, and someone there wants to visit Jax? There's an online platform that allows you to coordinate a home swap so you both could avoid some of that hotel/AB&B expense. Hear the whole story about how this works an…

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7/7 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 5:26

9d ago5:26

5:26

Jared reports on a White House evisit from Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu, with discussion topics including the ongoing violence in Gaza and the recent attacks on Iranian nuclear research facilities. Trump is also looking at tariff activations later this week, and is making plans to visit Texas flood areas later this week.…

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7/7 - Finn Carlin, Action News Jax 5:14

9d ago5:14

5:14

Finn reports on a roadway cave-in along Bay Street in the Stadium District, outside of the Maxwell House plant. JEA crews have been working since last night to resolve the pipe collapse some 14 feet below the roadway that has resulted in most lanes in the area being closed. No repair resolution ETA is determined yet, so drivers are advised to plan …

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7/3 - Spotlight: PETA Protest "Hell on Wheels" Truck outside The Bearded Pig 10:46

13d ago10:46

10:46

Over 150 million hotdogs are on the menu nationally over the 4th of July weekend, not to mention pulled pork, ribs, steaks, burgers, etc. Amber Canavan of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) dsicusses a protest demonstration in advance of the 4th of July, advocating for meat alternatives. Locally, the "Hell on Wheels" truck will be o…

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7/3 - Spotlight: Josh Weil 13:14

13d ago13:14

13:14

Democat Josh Weil recently annoucned his candidacy for US Senate, opposing incumbent Republican Ashley Moody. Moody was appointed to fill the vacated seat when Marco Rubio took a position in the Trump Administation. Weil shares his concerns over current Republican-led policies in Florida, the Alligator Alcatraz detention center, and more. The next …

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7/3 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 2:51

13d ago2:51

2:51

Jared reports on the latest DC developments, as the House is expected to vote on, and pass, President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" this morning, despite rejections from all Democrat representatives and several key Republican holdouts.

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07/02/2025 - Garrett Bedenbaugh, Action News JAX 10:15

14d ago10:15

10:15

Garrett joins JMN to discuss the weather forecast for the July 4th holiday weekend and what we can expect in terms of rain and temperatures.

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07/02/2025 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 3:42

14d ago3:42

3:42

Jared joins JMN to talk about the spending bill latest. Are members of Congress trying to make President Trump's holiday weekend deadline? Or are they not too worried because the actual deadline isn't until August.

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07/02/2025 - Kathy Richardson, Clay Electric Customer Relations 5:22

14d ago5:22

5:22

Kathy Richardson joins JMN to talk about how Clay County is looking to increase it's utility tax from 4% to 10% and what to do if any members have any concerns about the increase. If it passes it would take place in January of 2026

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07/02/2025 - Chris Johnson, CEO Bluebird Kids Health 7:05

14d ago7:05

7:05

Chris Johnson joins JMN to talk about a new pediatric clinic, Bluebird Kids Health, that opens it's doors today on the Westside of Jacksonville.

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7/1 - Spotlight: Child Cancer Fund partners with 4 Rivers Smokehouse 10:04

15d ago10:04

10:04

Lindsey Pessia from CCF, and Zach Salzer from 4 Rivers Smokehouse share details of the "Round Up" fundraiser, where you can round up your purchase or make a flat donation, and proceeds this month will go to the Child Cancer Fund, helping local families meet their expenses as they face pediatric cancer challenges. Visit either location of 4 Rivers S…

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7/1 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 7:01

15d ago7:01

7:01

Jared reports on President Trump's visit to "Alligator Alcatraz," and has the latest on congressional efforts to advance the "One Big Beautiful Bill" legislation -- a Senate vote may happen as soon as today, but is there sufficient support to pass it?

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7/1 - Spotlight: Mayo Received $50M Gift 5:49

15d ago5:49

5:49

Dr. Kent Thielen, VP of Mayo Clinic and CEO of Mayo Clinic Florida, joins JMN to share details about the $50 million gift from the Berg family, and how it will be applied toward research innovations.

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7/1 - Brian Kilmeade, FOX News 3:39

15d ago3:39

3:39

Brian joins JMN with thoughts on Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," as the Senate works toward a possible vote to adance the measure before a self-imposed July 4 deadline, and the alleged impacts passing that bill might have.

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7/1 - Tonya J. Powers, FOX News 3:07

15d ago3:07

3:07

Tonya reports on a new poicy of college athletes being compensated from their schools, as part of a Name and Likeness lawsuit settlement from 2020. Compensations from this settlement are in addition to any scholarship awards, and are expected to be allocated by percentiles across various sports, with the largest shares going to football athletes...…

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6/30 - Spotlight: Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens 12:02

16d ago12:02

12:02

Curtis Dvorak, the Wildlife Wanderer for Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens, joins JMN with details about this weekend's Tunes and Blooms event, upcoming $5 Days, and more. Do you have your Zoo membership yet?

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6/30 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 4:38

16d ago4:38

4:38

Ryan reports on the weekend efforts in the Senate to move Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" forward, as Republican holdouts capitulated on a vote to proceed, while Democrat objectors wanted the 1000+ page document read on the floor so everyone (esp. fellow senators who didn't bother to read the bulky proposal) could know what's actually in its pages…

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6/30 - Spotlight: SCOTUS on Nationwide Injunctions opposing Trump XO's 4:33

16d ago4:33

4:33

Ashley Smith Thomas, CEO of Freedom's Fund USA, discusses Friday's Supreme Court rulings as SCOTUS wrapped their term for summer break. Among the decisions issued, the Court addressed the scope of lower court injunctions to stop federal executive orders, in this case relative to Trump's recent XO limiting birthright citizenship. The remaining issue…

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6/27 - For Locals, By Locals 1:06

19d ago1:06

1:06

Dorothy's Downtown is the latest addition to Jacksonville's eatery experiences, at 21 East Adams Street in the space formerly known as Burrito Gallery. Visit DOROTHYSDOWNTOWN.COM for more information, walk ins are welcome but reservations are recommended.

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6/27 - Weekend Weather Talk 8:05

19d ago8:05

8:05

Meteorologist Corey Simma takes a deep dive into the weekend forecast, with tips on when you can expect those summer showers.

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6/27 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 4:26

19d ago4:26

4:26

Ryan has an update on challenges to Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," as Parliamentarian rules require some changes or removals to certain included measures, and may derail passing the measure by Congress's self-imposed July 4 deadline.

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6/27 - Spotlight: Body Cams for Clay County Sheriffs Officers 4:12

19d ago4:12

4:12

Sheriff Michelle Cook epxlains why, when, and how the CCSO will phase in body camera use for all officers. The process will be gradual, and reviewed frequently.

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6/26 - Spotlight: Guardian Catholic School 13:47

20d ago13:47

13:47

Mike Rogers, Dean of Student Success Services, and Shironda Jones, Director of Advancement, from Guardian Catholic School join JMN to discuss how this school and its outreach services impact and uplift the local community. Visit GUARDIANCS.SCHOOLINSITES.COM to learn about their services or to make a donation.…

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6/26 - Spotlight: Sen. Rick Scott 8:23

20d ago8:23

8:23

Senator Rick Scott joins JMN to discuss a variety of topics, including the Iran bombing and surrounding controversies, the potential of an ICE detention facility at Camp Blanding, and the latest on whether Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" might get passed by July 4.

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6/26 - Jonathan Savage, FOX News 4:57

20d ago4:57

4:57

Jonathan reports on the NATO Summit representatives committment to increasing European spending, and reactions to the recent Iran bombings -- where disputes continue as to how much damage and impairment was actually done to Iran's nuclear development programs.

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6/26 - Weekend Spotlight 5:40

20d ago5:40

5:40

Lots of things going on this weekend in the 904. Friday night, check out the Asian Night Market on Normandy. As June wraps up, look for Pride themed features at the Riverside Arts Market this weekend. Dr, Temple Grandin will host an Autism discussion at the Schulz Center Saturday morning. And Southern rock legends Molly Hatchet perform at the Flori…

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6/26 - Spotlight: Possible Immigrant Detention Center in Clay County 3:41

20d ago3:41

3:41

Gov. DeSantis is considering establishing a 2nd illegal immigrant detention center in Florida, at Clay County's Camp Blanding. Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook addresses how Clay County has been handling illegal immigrant cases for years, including with the modern increase in ICE related enforcement.…

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6/25 - JMN Live at Clay County Sheriff's Office 30:09

21d ago30:09

30:09

Sheriff Michell Cook joins JMN, sharing details about a number of local safety and law enforcement initiatives, inter-agency cooperative investigations, what local impacts ICE programs are having locallu, and community-engagement resources like Crime Stoppers and Safer Watch.

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6/25 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 3:44

21d ago3:44

3:44

Ryan reports from Washington DC that two Congressional meetings regarding the recent Iran air strikes have been punted to later in the week, as cease fire details continue to develop and President Trump is away at the NATO Summit. Congress continues to work on Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," hoping to have it resolved through the Senate and House…

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6/25 - JMN Live at Clay County Sheriff's Office 12:18

21d ago12:18

12:18

Patrick Golemme, Director of School Safety and Youth Services, joins JMN to recap the past year's transition with CCSO taking over safety for Clay County Schools. He shares details on safety services training and youth activity programs.

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6/25 - JMN Live at Clay County Sheriff's Office 7:11

21d ago7:11

7:11

CCSO Narcotics Sgt. Chris Faircloth joins JMN. He shares how their Hammer and Hope event led to dozens of felony arrests, lots of drugs getting taken off the streets, and the close relationship between CCSO and area rehabilitation program partners.

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6/25 - JMN Live at Clay County Sheriff's Office 7:24

21d ago7:24

7:24

Assistant Chief Chad Ricks joins JMN, discusses the Summer Safety Initiative, and how crime and safety statistics have improved in Clay County over the past decade.

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6/25 - JMN Live at Clay County Sheriff's Office 7:40

21d ago7:40

7:40

Deputy Matt Swartz, Traiing Coordinator for the CCSO, shares his career and personal history, from 20+ years in New York law enforcement, to working with Homeland Security, before joining the CCSO in 2022.

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6/24 - Jonathan Savage, FOX News 4:51

22d ago4:51

4:51

Jonathan reports from the NATO Summit in the Netherlands, where President Trump will be arriving later today. Among the hot topics on the agenda, the current conflict between Israel and Iran, Trump's intervention, the ceasefire arrangement (and apparent failure already), and more.

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6/24 - Ryan Schmelz, FOX News 3:06

22d ago3:06

3:06

Ryan reports that a resolution about war powers restrictions remain in discussion in Congress, but what was supposed to be an Iran bombing recap meeting is now becoming a live update situation for Congress members, as the ceasefire respite between Iran and Israel has already ended.

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6/24 - Brian Kilmeade, FOX News 2:50

22d ago2:50

2:50

Brian looks at the alleged cease-fire agreement between Israel and Iran that President Trump is taking credit for negotiating, which took effect last night. Israel is alleging that Iran has already violated it, though.

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6/23 - Rick Mullaney on Iran Bombing 10:22

23d ago10:22

10:22

Rick Mullaney, WOKV political analyst and Director of the JU Public Policy Intstitute, takes a critical look at this weekend's bombing attack on Iran -- from political and strategic justifications, to potential consequences and resolution options.

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6/23 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 5:59

23d ago5:59

5:59

Reporting from the White House, Jared explains how President Trump's "path to Yes!" for the bombing strike on Iran was much less drawn out than expected. And while the official reason for the strike was to deter development of nuclear weapon resources, the words "regime change" are on a lot of people's minds.…

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