All Seasons

Season 1

  • S01E01 Honoring Our Military Veterans

    • February 10, 2022
    • PBS

    Producer/Host Rameca Vincent Leary, Ph.D. and her guests discuss the legacy of Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James, the Monument to Women Veterans and its museum, the Freedom Quest commemorative event, and matters relating to veterans, law enforcement and first responders.

  • S01E02 Sports and Education

    • March 10, 2022
    • PBS

    Join Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary and guest co-host Steve Nissim for discussions with Adron Chambers, Louis Moton, Lumon May and others about impactful sports and tutorial programs for local youth and meet PSC student Troy Watts, children’s book author and creator of a STEAM-focused early education initiative centered around the character, Dribbles the All-Knowing Cat and his friends.

  • S01E03 Let's Get to Work

    • April 12, 2022
    • PBS

    Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary and her guests discuss ways to help people find employment, as well as strategies for managing finances upon entering the workforce.

  • S01E04 All About Olympians

    • May 9, 2022
    • PBS

    Host Rameca Vincent Leary throws a one-two punch with special guests Roy Jones Jr. and Justin Gatlin, notable Olympians from Northwest Florida. Steve Nissim co-hosts this special edition focused on boxing, track and field, each athlete’s path to becoming an Olympic champion, and where they are in their careers and on life’s journey today.

  • S01E05 Hurricane Preparation

    • July 13, 2022
    • PBS

    Hurricane season is in full swing, so Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary and her guests explore what to do before, during and after a natural disaster. Plus, the program includes a look at Florida International University’s Category 5 “Wall of Wind” hurricane simulator in action. Experts from NWS, PSC, Fla. International Univ., PAWS and several regional emergency management offices are featured.

  • S01E06 Women in Action

    • September 13, 2022
    • PBS

    They are movers and shakers in the community—women who are dedicated to making the world a better place. They find joy in making a vast array of dreams come to fruition. Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary’s guests are “women in action” from such organizations as IMPACT 100, the Kukua Institute, the Take Stock in Children program, and PSC’s Adult Education program.

  • S01E07 Men Making Headlines

    • October 10, 2022
    • PBS

    Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary is joined by featured guests who have had significant impacts on the community: Inweekly Publisher/Owner Rick Outzen; attorney Aaron Watson, CEO of The Watson Firm, PLLC; and Lloyd Reshard, CEO and Founder of Cognitive Big Data Systems. Highlighting the accomplishments of these three men, additional guests discuss their positive influence.

  • S01E08 Studer Community Institute

    • November 4, 2022
    • PBS

    Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary and her guests discuss the Studer Community Institute, an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people in the diverse communities it serves. The program explores the multi-faceted life of its founder, Quint Studer, as well as how SCI strives to make this region a vibrant place to live, work and play.

  • S01E09 Lights, Camera, Action!

    • January 10, 2023
    • PBS

    Host Rameca Vincent Leary explores the Pensacola chapter of New York City’s Children’s Theater Company and discusses the new drama “Sacred” with its creator, producers and cast members. Guests include Mehr Mansuri, Children’s Theater Company founder and artistic director; Julian MacQueen, Innisfree Hotels founder and CEO; and “Sacred” creator Elrico Tunstall and executive producer LaDaron Clardy.

Season 2

  • S02E01 Visionaries of Hope

    • February 14, 2023
    • PBS

    Meet people who have harnessed the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for unity, love and equality from the Civil Rights Movement to today. Hosted by Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary.

  • S02E02 Exploring Autism

    • April 14, 2023
    • PBS

    Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary hosts a discussion with representatives from Autism Pensacola Emerald Coast Exceptional Families about the impact of autism on families, and what partner organizations and volunteers are doing to assist them. Plus, highlights from WSRE's inaugural Amazing Kids Day, an event for families impacted by autism.

  • S02E03 PSC International Festival

    • May 12, 2023
    • PBS

    An exploration of cultural interests and the diversity of our region, presented by Pensacola State College and hosted by the college's Coordinator of Diversity Initiatives Rameca Vincent Leary, Ph.D.

  • S02E04 Fit and Fabulous

    • July 10, 2023
    • PBS

    Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary and her guests discuss ways to be fit and fabulous through yoga, healthy foods and local fitness programs. Tune in to explore the YMCA of Northwest Florida and learn about the impact of pelvic floor issues and ways to combat them.

  • S02E05 The Write Stuff

    • September 14, 2023
    • PBS

    Best-selling author and CEO of Speaks 2 Inspire Abraham Sculley is joined by Estefania Sculley and Kerry Whiteley. Local authors Erica Lanes, Brian Rucker and Jeremy Ruffin speak about their writing and books. Hosted by Rameca Vincent Leary, Ph.D.

  • S02E06 Focus On Nonprofits

    • October 13, 2023
    • PBS

    Host Rameca Vincent Leary's guests include leaders of area nonprofits including the Alzheimer's Association, Miracle League and the Pensacola Omega Lamplighters.

  • S02E07 A Tribute to Veterans

    • November 9, 2023
    • PBS

    Host Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary and her guests explore the service and sacrifice of military veterans and families, local veterans support organizations and area veterans memorials and monuments, including the new General Daniel "Chappie" James Jr. Memorial. Guests include Cedric Alexander, Suzi Fernandez, Rob Gregg, Butch Hansen, Jill Hubbs, Kevin Kropp, Lori Milkeris, Vickie Powers and Tim Spears.

Season 3

  • S03E01 A Message in the Music

    • January 11, 2024
    • PBS

    Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary hosts independent artists from various music genres — rap artists JSapp MadStak, Jakima Divinite and Sarg (paying homage to 50 years of hip hop), classical guitarist Jim Armstrong, country artist Rickie Joe Wilson, and Chilean artists Banda Golpe Latino.

  • S03E02 Walking in Unity

    • February 8, 2024
    • PBS

    Local trailblazers reach beyond themselves to impact the lives of others. Guests include Dr. Lusharon Wiley, executive director of Equity Project Alliance; magazine publisher Steve Barber; and Claude James, son of Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James, Jr. Hosted by Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary, director of Community and Special Initiatives at Pensacola State College.

  • S03E03 Lending A Helping Hand

    • March 4, 2024
    • PBS

    Dr. Rameca Vincent Leary and guests explore what several local organizations are doing to help their communities with representatives from the Health and Hope Clinic, Maxwell Respite Center, PSC's Pirates Care Initiative, and Escambia County Area Transit.

  • S03E04 Spotlight on Youth

    • May 9, 2024
    • PBS

    Meet winners of the Golden Elite Track and Field Club’s inaugural Justin Gatlin Invitational, which was held at Booker T. Washington High School. Plus, former NFL player Fred Robbins discusses his career and the nonprofit Mr. Robbins’ Neighborhood, which is dedicated to inspiring youth athletes.

  • S03E05 Game-Changing Youth Sports

    • June 20, 2024
    • PBS

    Explore programs affecting athletic performance and lives of local youth with former MLB player Adron Chambers; Greg Johnson, Greater Pensacola Aquatic Club head coach; Cameron Jones, Pensacola Athletic Center pickleball pro; Kay Miller, Pensacola State College aquatics coordinator; Kelvin Singleton, WeconnectReconnect president; plus Terrell Hedger, Trent Hedger, Dale Moore and Logan Robinson.

  • S03E06 Fun with Festivals

    • July 11, 2024
    • PBS

    Experience festive family fun affairs that positively impact our community each year, including the Fred Levin Way Fest, the Watson Family Foundation’s Juneteenth Celebration, and WSRE’s Be My Neighbor Day and Amazing Kids Day events.

  • S03E07 Nonprofits With Impact

    • September 13, 2024
    • PBS

    Host Rameca Vincent Leary leads a panel of guests who reach beyond themselves to help others and positively impact the community. Three local nonprofits are highlighted: United Way of West Florida, the Pensacola chapter of Jack and Jill of America, and Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast.