https://simplecast.com Speak Easy Jax Introducing Speak Easy Jax, Northeast Florida’s premiere podcast. Hosted by Daniel Davis and TJ Ward, Speak Easy dives deep into the unfiltered stories of Jacksonville’s most influential and accomplished figures. With candid conversations and behind-the-scenes insights, the show explores the triumphs, challenges, and defining moments that shape the region’s leaders, innovators, and game-changers. From business moguls to cultural icons, Speak Easy Jax pulls back the curtain, offering an authentic glimpse into the personalities driving Jacksonville forward. Engaging, thought-provoking, and always real, this podcast is where influence meets storytelling — one conversation at a time. 2025 en Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:11 +0000 https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com Speak Easy Jax https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/ed580dcc-8d7f-4bf1-8741-7a2525a12113/eb49decf-ca5d-4942-9792-c752e66a2e3b/3000x3000/1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com episodic Introducing Speak Easy Jax, Northeast Florida’s premiere podcast. Hosted by Daniel Davis and TJ Ward, Speak Easy dives deep into the unfiltered stories of Jacksonville’s most influential and accomplished figures. With candid conversations and behind-the-scenes insights, the show explores the triumphs, challenges, and defining moments that shape the region’s leaders, innovators, and game-changers. From business moguls to cultural icons, Speak Easy Jax pulls back the curtain, offering an authentic glimpse into the personalities driving Jacksonville forward. Engaging, thought-provoking, and always real, this podcast is where influence meets storytelling — one conversation at a time. Jax Chamber false https://feeds.simplecast.com/fEa8NA_I Jax Chamber speakeasy@jaxchamber.com 785b2f53-7de1-443a-a85a-b59ebf76c921 Lee Smith Season 3 launches as Daniel and TJ sit down with Lee Smith, Executive Director of THE PLAYERS Championship on the PGA Tour, to explore his journey into professional golf and the path that shaped his career. Along the way, Lee shares insights into the evolving landscape of the sport, highlighting innovations in technology, player performance, and fan engagement. Hear personal stories and the pivotal career moments that led Lee to become part of one of the sport’s most recognized organizations.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Jax Chamber) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/lee-smith-qF5RrT1r Season 3 launches as Daniel and TJ sit down with Lee Smith, Executive Director of THE PLAYERS Championship on the PGA Tour, to explore his journey into professional golf and the path that shaped his career. Along the way, Lee shares insights into the evolving landscape of the sport, highlighting innovations in technology, player performance, and fan engagement. Hear personal stories and the pivotal career moments that led Lee to become part of one of the sport’s most recognized organizations.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Lee Smith Jax Chamber 00:53:42 Season 3 launches as Daniel and TJ sit down with Lee Smith, Executive Director of THE PLAYERS Championship on the PGA Tour, to explore his journey into professional golf and the path that shaped his career. Along the way, Lee shares insights into the evolving landscape of the sport, highlighting innovations in technology, player performance, and fan engagement. Hear personal stories and the pivotal career moments that led Lee to become part of one of the sport’s most recognized organizations. Season 3 launches as Daniel and TJ sit down with Lee Smith, Executive Director of THE PLAYERS Championship on the PGA Tour, to explore his journey into professional golf and the path that shaped his career. Along the way, Lee shares insights into the evolving landscape of the sport, highlighting innovations in technology, player performance, and fan engagement. Hear personal stories and the pivotal career moments that led Lee to become part of one of the sport’s most recognized organizations. false full 30 31361394-33f0-4efb-891b-e5d1ab042bcf Blake Riber Jacksonville business leader and visionary Blake Riber takes the Speak Easy hot seat to discuss his ascent to fame as the area’s undisputed bourbon aficionado, including insights on local business dynamics, industry-wide evolutions, and his decades-long love for the whiskey game.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Blake Riber) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/blake-riber-csyStRDr Jacksonville business leader and visionary Blake Riber takes the Speak Easy hot seat to discuss his ascent to fame as the area’s undisputed bourbon aficionado, including insights on local business dynamics, industry-wide evolutions, and his decades-long love for the whiskey game.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Blake Riber Blake Riber 00:58:40 Jacksonville business leader and visionary Blake Riber takes the Speak Easy hot seat to discuss his ascent to fame as the area’s undisputed bourbon aficionado, including insights on local business dynamics, industry-wide evolutions, and his decades-long love for the whiskey game. Jacksonville business leader and visionary Blake Riber takes the Speak Easy hot seat to discuss his ascent to fame as the area’s undisputed bourbon aficionado, including insights on local business dynamics, industry-wide evolutions, and his decades-long love for the whiskey game. false full 29 50c4edfc-ca8b-4987-85e5-de146d48a69c Kevin Carrico Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico joins the conversation for a candid discussion on leadership, governance, and the future of Jacksonville. Representing District 4 and serving as Council President, Carrico shares insights into the priorities shaping City Hall, the challenges of balancing growth with accountability, and what effective leadership looks like in a rapidly evolving city.

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  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Kevin Carrico) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/kevin-carrico-i2w_bzvZ Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico joins the conversation for a candid discussion on leadership, governance, and the future of Jacksonville. Representing District 4 and serving as Council President, Carrico shares insights into the priorities shaping City Hall, the challenges of balancing growth with accountability, and what effective leadership looks like in a rapidly evolving city.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Kevin Carrico Kevin Carrico 00:54:08 Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico joins the conversation for a candid discussion on leadership, governance, and the future of Jacksonville. Representing District 4 and serving as Council President, Carrico shares insights into the priorities shaping City Hall, the challenges of balancing growth with accountability, and what effective leadership looks like in a rapidly evolving city. Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico joins the conversation for a candid discussion on leadership, governance, and the future of Jacksonville. Representing District 4 and serving as Council President, Carrico shares insights into the priorities shaping City Hall, the challenges of balancing growth with accountability, and what effective leadership looks like in a rapidly evolving city. false full 28 3ef5edf5-df0b-4f6e-bbe7-4d9394d2938a Megha Parekh Megha Parekh joins us to share her perspective on Jacksonville’s growth, leadership, and the major civic and sports initiatives shaping the city. She offers an inside look at the challenges and opportunities facing Jacksonville and what drives her commitment to public service. A thoughtful and inspiring conversation with one of the community’s key voices.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Megha Parekh) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/megha-parekh-rptWuo4P Megha Parekh joins us to share her perspective on Jacksonville’s growth, leadership, and the major civic and sports initiatives shaping the city. She offers an inside look at the challenges and opportunities facing Jacksonville and what drives her commitment to public service. A thoughtful and inspiring conversation with one of the community’s key voices.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Megha Parekh Megha Parekh 00:56:46 Megha Parekh joins us to share her perspective on Jacksonville’s growth, leadership, and the major civic and sports initiatives shaping the city. She offers an inside look at the challenges and opportunities facing Jacksonville and what drives her commitment to public service. A thoughtful and inspiring conversation with one of the community’s key voices. Megha Parekh joins us to share her perspective on Jacksonville’s growth, leadership, and the major civic and sports initiatives shaping the city. She offers an inside look at the challenges and opportunities facing Jacksonville and what drives her commitment to public service. A thoughtful and inspiring conversation with one of the community’s key voices. false full 27 26e12079-f013-4a94-a3da-9e328ffae584 Mayor Donna Deegan City of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan sits down with Daniel and TJ for an open, powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, and the future of Jacksonville. From her years as a trusted journalist to her nationally recognized advocacy for breast cancer awareness, and ultimately, her historic election as Jacksonville’s 45th mayor, Donna shares what drives her, what grounds her, and what she hopes to build for the city she loves.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Mayor Donna Deegan) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/mayor-donna-deegan-1NTeZYLt City of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan sits down with Daniel and TJ for an open, powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, and the future of Jacksonville. From her years as a trusted journalist to her nationally recognized advocacy for breast cancer awareness, and ultimately, her historic election as Jacksonville’s 45th mayor, Donna shares what drives her, what grounds her, and what she hopes to build for the city she loves.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Mayor Donna Deegan Mayor Donna Deegan 00:53:13 City of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan sits down with Daniel and TJ for an open, powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, and the future of Jacksonville. From her years as a trusted journalist to her nationally recognized advocacy for breast cancer awareness, and ultimately, her historic election as Jacksonville’s 45th mayor, Donna shares what drives her, what grounds her, and what she hopes to build for the city she loves. City of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan sits down with Daniel and TJ for an open, powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, and the future of Jacksonville. From her years as a trusted journalist to her nationally recognized advocacy for breast cancer awareness, and ultimately, her historic election as Jacksonville’s 45th mayor, Donna shares what drives her, what grounds her, and what she hopes to build for the city she loves. false full 26 c3062f8c-bf3a-4f52-be2d-3b42bf92fcf7 Andy Kaufmann Andy Kaufmann, CEO of Jacksonville-based Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, engages Daniel and TJ in a conversation that blends creativity, conviction, and the kind of entrepreneurial clarity that only comes from years of building, leading, and reshaping organizations.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Andy Kaufman) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/andy-kaufmann-_kntAPmr Andy Kaufmann, CEO of Jacksonville-based Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, engages Daniel and TJ in a conversation that blends creativity, conviction, and the kind of entrepreneurial clarity that only comes from years of building, leading, and reshaping organizations.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Andy Kaufmann Andy Kaufman 00:50:45 Andy Kaufmann, CEO of Jacksonville-based Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, engages Daniel and TJ in a conversation that blends creativity, conviction, and the kind of entrepreneurial clarity that only comes from years of building, leading, and reshaping organizations. Andy Kaufmann, CEO of Jacksonville-based Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, engages Daniel and TJ in a conversation that blends creativity, conviction, and the kind of entrepreneurial clarity that only comes from years of building, leading, and reshaping organizations. false full 25 0954b595-f584-42a6-b3fd-61ca2da6026d Misty Skipper  Misty Skipper, Vice President at GATE Petroleum and 2025 JAX Chamber Chair-Elect, joins Speak Easy Jax to discuss leadership, communication, and community. She shares insights from her journey in public service and business, and her vision for Jacksonville’s continued growth.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Misty Skipper) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/misty-skipper-DxyICssH  Misty Skipper, Vice President at GATE Petroleum and 2025 JAX Chamber Chair-Elect, joins Speak Easy Jax to discuss leadership, communication, and community. She shares insights from her journey in public service and business, and her vision for Jacksonville’s continued growth.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Misty Skipper Misty Skipper 00:54:00 Misty Skipper, Vice President at GATE Petroleum and 2025 JAX Chamber Chair-Elect, joins Speak Easy Jax to discuss leadership, communication, and community. She shares insights from her journey in public service and business, and her vision for Jacksonville’s continued growth. Misty Skipper, Vice President at GATE Petroleum and 2025 JAX Chamber Chair-Elect, joins Speak Easy Jax to discuss leadership, communication, and community. She shares insights from her journey in public service and business, and her vision for Jacksonville’s continued growth. false full 24 e10d3ee6-e427-4abd-8e34-e78abe288657 Admiral James Stavridis Admiral James Stavridis joins Speak Easy Jax for a conversation on leadership, strategy, and service. Drawing on his decades in the Navy and experience as Supreme Allied Commander at NATO, he shares insights on global security, teamwork, and the power of collaboration. Tune in for an engaging discussion with one of America’s most respected military minds.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 6 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Admiral James Stavridis) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/admiral-james-stavridis-qZdKGlKt Admiral James Stavridis joins Speak Easy Jax for a conversation on leadership, strategy, and service. Drawing on his decades in the Navy and experience as Supreme Allied Commander at NATO, he shares insights on global security, teamwork, and the power of collaboration. Tune in for an engaging discussion with one of America’s most respected military minds.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Admiral James Stavridis Admiral James Stavridis 00:33:27 Admiral James Stavridis joins Speak Easy Jax for a conversation on leadership, strategy, and service. Drawing on his decades in the Navy and experience as Supreme Allied Commander at NATO, he shares insights on global security, teamwork, and the power of collaboration. Tune in for an engaging discussion with one of America’s most respected military minds. Admiral James Stavridis joins Speak Easy Jax for a conversation on leadership, strategy, and service. Drawing on his decades in the Navy and experience as Supreme Allied Commander at NATO, he shares insights on global security, teamwork, and the power of collaboration. Tune in for an engaging discussion with one of America’s most respected military minds. false full 23 0fb95278-d448-4d87-9b7b-fc74a404fd2d Jason McCarthy This week, hosts Daniel & TJ sit down with Jason McCarthy, founder and CEO of GORUCK. From his Special Forces background to building a global fitness movement, Jason shares how grit, purpose, and community drive everything he does. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and redefining what strength means.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Jason McCarthy) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/jason-mccarthy-2cbZVtBu This week, hosts Daniel & TJ sit down with Jason McCarthy, founder and CEO of GORUCK. From his Special Forces background to building a global fitness movement, Jason shares how grit, purpose, and community drive everything he does. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and redefining what strength means.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Jason McCarthy Jason McCarthy 00:53:42 This week, hosts Daniel & TJ sit down with Jason McCarthy, founder and CEO of GORUCK. From his Special Forces background to building a global fitness movement, Jason shares how grit, purpose, and community drive everything he does. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and redefining what strength means. This week, hosts Daniel & TJ sit down with Jason McCarthy, founder and CEO of GORUCK. From his Special Forces background to building a global fitness movement, Jason shares how grit, purpose, and community drive everything he does. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and redefining what strength means. goruck, jason mccarthy false full 22 0cc6a611-e47f-4522-9368-a52c749b8e98 Tim Cost Tim Cost, President of Jacksonville University, returned to lead his alma mater after a 32-year career as a senior executive at Fortune 500 companies including PepsiCo, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Johnson & Johnson. He has since transformed JU with new programs, expanded facilities, and a renewed commitment to student success and community connection. Tim shares insights on leadership and his vision for higher education’s role in shaping Jacksonville’s future.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Tim Cost) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/tim-cost-nXa_Llnq Tim Cost, President of Jacksonville University, returned to lead his alma mater after a 32-year career as a senior executive at Fortune 500 companies including PepsiCo, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Johnson & Johnson. He has since transformed JU with new programs, expanded facilities, and a renewed commitment to student success and community connection. Tim shares insights on leadership and his vision for higher education’s role in shaping Jacksonville’s future.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Tim Cost Tim Cost 00:53:52 Tim Cost, President of Jacksonville University, returned to lead his alma mater after a 32-year career as a senior executive at Fortune 500 companies including PepsiCo, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Johnson & Johnson. He has since transformed JU with new programs, expanded facilities, and a renewed commitment to student success and community connection. Tim shares insights on leadership and his vision for higher education’s role in shaping Jacksonville’s future. Tim Cost, President of Jacksonville University, returned to lead his alma mater after a 32-year career as a senior executive at Fortune 500 companies including PepsiCo, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Johnson & Johnson. He has since transformed JU with new programs, expanded facilities, and a renewed commitment to student success and community connection. Tim shares insights on leadership and his vision for higher education’s role in shaping Jacksonville’s future. higher education, student success, community connection, tim cost, jacksonville university, ju false full 21 d403ad3d-d23d-45bf-b23d-f99513651bdf Joby Martin Pastor Joby Martin, founder and lead pastor of The Church of Eleven22, sits down with Speak Easy Jax to discuss faith, leadership, and building one of the fastest-growing churches in the country.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Joby Martin) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/joby-martin-R231CryN Pastor Joby Martin, founder and lead pastor of The Church of Eleven22, sits down with Speak Easy Jax to discuss faith, leadership, and building one of the fastest-growing churches in the country.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Joby Martin Joby Martin 00:55:32 Pastor Joby Martin, founder and lead pastor of The Church of Eleven22, sits down with Speak Easy Jax to discuss faith, leadership, and building one of the fastest-growing churches in the country. Pastor Joby Martin, founder and lead pastor of The Church of Eleven22, sits down with Speak Easy Jax to discuss faith, leadership, and building one of the fastest-growing churches in the country. false full 20 6bf81189-6c11-47af-b01c-49fcab72083a Andy Allen Andy Allen, proud Jacksonville native and Co-Founder and CEO of one of Northeast Florida’s most prominent private real estate development firms, Corner Lot. Learn how he balances ambition with community sensitivity, manages risk in uncertain markets, and fosters a culture of innovation within his team.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 9 Oct 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Andy Allen) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/andy-allen-fSTny6qL Andy Allen, proud Jacksonville native and Co-Founder and CEO of one of Northeast Florida’s most prominent private real estate development firms, Corner Lot. Learn how he balances ambition with community sensitivity, manages risk in uncertain markets, and fosters a culture of innovation within his team.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Andy Allen Andy Allen 00:47:29 Andy Allen, proud Jacksonville native and Co-Founder and CEO of one of Northeast Florida’s most prominent private real estate development firms, Corner Lot. Learn how he balances ambition with community sensitivity, manages risk in uncertain markets, and fosters a culture of innovation within his team. Andy Allen, proud Jacksonville native and Co-Founder and CEO of one of Northeast Florida’s most prominent private real estate development firms, Corner Lot. Learn how he balances ambition with community sensitivity, manages risk in uncertain markets, and fosters a culture of innovation within his team. false full 19 6fa7d303-064f-4c40-9444-e1018421604e Lisa Almeida Lisa Almeida, affectionately known as the "Boatanista," is the co-owner of Freedom Boat Club. She shares her unique career path, what it takes to fuel a growing fleet of more than 80 boats, and why she believes access to the water should be available to everyone. Tune in for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and life on the First Coast.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Lisa Almeida) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/lisa-almeida-eqJIrvBj Lisa Almeida, affectionately known as the "Boatanista," is the co-owner of Freedom Boat Club. She shares her unique career path, what it takes to fuel a growing fleet of more than 80 boats, and why she believes access to the water should be available to everyone. Tune in for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and life on the First Coast.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Lisa Almeida Lisa Almeida 00:54:34 Lisa Almeida, affectionately known as the "Boatanista," is the co-owner of Freedom Boat Club. She shares her unique career path, what it takes to fuel a growing fleet of more than 80 boats, and why she believes access to the water should be available to everyone. Tune in for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and life on the First Coast. Lisa Almeida, affectionately known as the "Boatanista," is the co-owner of Freedom Boat Club. She shares her unique career path, what it takes to fuel a growing fleet of more than 80 boats, and why she believes access to the water should be available to everyone. Tune in for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and life on the First Coast. false full 18 f1ef51f8-d409-41c6-8c06-11c17856d053 T.K. Waters Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters opens up about the moments that shaped him most, including the defining milestones of his law enforcement career, the personal tragedies he’s endured, and the role of faith and family in guiding his life and leadership.

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  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
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]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (TK Waters) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/tk-waters-_WYUDPIE Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters opens up about the moments that shaped him most, including the defining milestones of his law enforcement career, the personal tragedies he’s endured, and the role of faith and family in guiding his life and leadership.

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]]> T.K. Waters TK Waters 00:56:06 Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters opens up about the moments that shaped him most, including the defining milestones of his law enforcement career, the personal tragedies he’s endured, and the role of faith and family in guiding his life and leadership. Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters opens up about the moments that shaped him most, including the defining milestones of his law enforcement career, the personal tragedies he’s endured, and the role of faith and family in guiding his life and leadership. false full 17 b222902e-a745-4691-abae-4cf4852d49e0 Fred Taylor NFL legend Fred Taylor, one of the greatest running backs in Jacksonville Jaguars history, joins Speak Easy Jax to share stories from his playing days, his journey to becoming one of the league’s most respected athletes, and his life beyond the game.

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]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:55:56 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Fred Taylor) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/fred-taylor-yNa9hj3F NFL legend Fred Taylor, one of the greatest running backs in Jacksonville Jaguars history, joins Speak Easy Jax to share stories from his playing days, his journey to becoming one of the league’s most respected athletes, and his life beyond the game.

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]]> Fred Taylor Fred Taylor 01:05:12 NFL legend Fred Taylor, one of the greatest running backs in Jacksonville Jaguars history, joins Speak Easy Jax to share stories from his playing days, his journey to becoming one of the league’s most respected athletes, and his life beyond the game. NFL legend Fred Taylor, one of the greatest running backs in Jacksonville Jaguars history, joins Speak Easy Jax to share stories from his playing days, his journey to becoming one of the league’s most respected athletes, and his life beyond the game. false full 16 4a11fa8c-cf70-42c5-816a-1e71b73e55cd Darnell Smith Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward invite you to a candid, fireside‑style conversation with Darnell Smith, whose deep roots in Jacksonville’s civic and healthcare landscape make him a compelling voice on leadership and community growth.

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]]> Thu, 3 Jul 2025 13:35:48 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Darnell Smith) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/darnell-smith-eus1bwWR Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward invite you to a candid, fireside‑style conversation with Darnell Smith, whose deep roots in Jacksonville’s civic and healthcare landscape make him a compelling voice on leadership and community growth.

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]]> Darnell Smith Darnell Smith 01:07:14 Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward invite you to a candid, fireside‑style conversation with Darnell Smith, whose deep roots in Jacksonville’s civic and healthcare landscape make him a compelling voice on leadership and community growth. Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward invite you to a candid, fireside‑style conversation with Darnell Smith, whose deep roots in Jacksonville’s civic and healthcare landscape make him a compelling voice on leadership and community growth. false full 15 30187265-cd25-4707-9d81-37903c976d39 Donna Orender Former WNBA President, PGA Tour exec, and founder of Generation W, Donna Orender sits down with Speak Easy Jax to talk leadership, equity, and what it means to build something that lasts. With stories from boardrooms, fairways, and locker rooms, Donna shares how bold vision and fearless tenacity have shaped her trailblazing career.

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]]> Thu, 26 Jun 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Donna Orender) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/donna-orender-vUZjXAvx Former WNBA President, PGA Tour exec, and founder of Generation W, Donna Orender sits down with Speak Easy Jax to talk leadership, equity, and what it means to build something that lasts. With stories from boardrooms, fairways, and locker rooms, Donna shares how bold vision and fearless tenacity have shaped her trailblazing career.

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]]> Donna Orender Donna Orender 00:57:48 Former WNBA President, PGA Tour exec, and founder of Generation W, Donna Orender sits down with Speak Easy Jax to talk leadership, equity, and what it means to build something that lasts. With stories from boardrooms, fairways, and locker rooms, Donna shares how bold vision and fearless tenacity have shaped her trailblazing career. Former WNBA President, PGA Tour exec, and founder of Generation W, Donna Orender sits down with Speak Easy Jax to talk leadership, equity, and what it means to build something that lasts. With stories from boardrooms, fairways, and locker rooms, Donna shares how bold vision and fearless tenacity have shaped her trailblazing career. false full 14 31529a01-737e-4a31-a834-a4efa3409320 Michael Corrigan Daniel and TJ welcome Michael Corrigan, President & CEO of Visit Jacksonville.  Hear some unique insights from their time on City Council and how Jacksonville is shaping up to be one of the premier travel destinations in the country.

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]]> Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Jax Chamber) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/michael-corrigan-hNDMm_3K Daniel and TJ welcome Michael Corrigan, President & CEO of Visit Jacksonville.  Hear some unique insights from their time on City Council and how Jacksonville is shaping up to be one of the premier travel destinations in the country.

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]]> Michael Corrigan Jax Chamber 00:59:09 Daniel and TJ welcome Michael Corrigan, President & CEO of Visit Jacksonville. Hear some unique insights from their time on City Council and how Jacksonville is shaping up to be one of the premier travel destinations in the country. Daniel and TJ welcome Michael Corrigan, President & CEO of Visit Jacksonville. Hear some unique insights from their time on City Council and how Jacksonville is shaping up to be one of the premier travel destinations in the country. false full 13 b3e1aff8-0565-416f-b20f-0682f8ec997f Tim Deegan Daniel and TJ are joined by the First Coast's favorite meteorologist, Tim Deegan and they discuss a lot more than just the weather in Jacksonville.  Hear what they have to say about how this community comes together to continually make this the greatest city in the nation.

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]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Tim Deegan) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/tim-deegan-899fomvs Daniel and TJ are joined by the First Coast's favorite meteorologist, Tim Deegan and they discuss a lot more than just the weather in Jacksonville.  Hear what they have to say about how this community comes together to continually make this the greatest city in the nation.

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]]> Tim Deegan Tim Deegan 01:05:52 Daniel and TJ are joined by the First Coast's favorite meteorologist, Tim Deegan and they discuss a lot more than just the weather in Jacksonville. Hear what they have to say about how this community comes together to continually make this the greatest city in the nation. Daniel and TJ are joined by the First Coast's favorite meteorologist, Tim Deegan and they discuss a lot more than just the weather in Jacksonville. Hear what they have to say about how this community comes together to continually make this the greatest city in the nation. false full 12 5d45770a-957f-4e47-b290-67db4c54323a Patric Young On this week's episode of SpeakEasy Jax, Daniel & TJ chat with former professional basketball player, Patric Young.  Patric shares some amazing stories about growing up in Jacksonville, his time as a Florida Gator, and discusses his book, "Sit to Rise". 

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]]> Thu, 5 Jun 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Patric Young) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/patric-young-GBlgrHuO On this week's episode of SpeakEasy Jax, Daniel & TJ chat with former professional basketball player, Patric Young.  Patric shares some amazing stories about growing up in Jacksonville, his time as a Florida Gator, and discusses his book, "Sit to Rise". 

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]]> Patric Young Patric Young 01:05:33 On this week's episode of SpeakEasy Jax, Daniel & TJ chat with former professional basketball player, Patric Young. Patric shares some amazing stories about growing up in Jacksonville, his time as a Florida Gator, and discusses his book, "Sit to Rise". On this week's episode of SpeakEasy Jax, Daniel & TJ chat with former professional basketball player, Patric Young. Patric shares some amazing stories about growing up in Jacksonville, his time as a Florida Gator, and discusses his book, "Sit to Rise". false full 11 cbaa0f61-0404-4e5e-ac5a-3ca5fcbda5db Joe Hinrichs Special guest, Joe Hinrichs, President & CEO of CSX Corporation, joins Daniel and TJ on this week’s episode. Hear his unique career path from the automotive industry to the railroad industry, as well as his perspective on how to make a difference every single day.

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]]> Thu, 29 May 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Joe Hinrichs) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/joe-hinrichs-q3E0D_U2 Special guest, Joe Hinrichs, President & CEO of CSX Corporation, joins Daniel and TJ on this week’s episode. Hear his unique career path from the automotive industry to the railroad industry, as well as his perspective on how to make a difference every single day.

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]]> Joe Hinrichs Joe Hinrichs 00:57:56 Special guest, Joe Hinrichs, President & CEO of CSX Corporation, joins Daniel and TJ on this week’s episode. Hear his unique career path from the automotive industry to the railroad industry, as well as his perspective on how to make a difference every single day. Special guest, Joe Hinrichs, President & CEO of CSX Corporation, joins Daniel and TJ on this week’s episode. Hear his unique career path from the automotive industry to the railroad industry, as well as his perspective on how to make a difference every single day. false full 10 eede01dc-d596-4b5a-be88-bd0f58e1ca85 Eric Mann On this week‘s episode, Daniel and TJ share a wine tasting with Eric Mann, President and CEO of Florida’s First Coast YMCA. Eric’s approach goes beyond the traditional CEO role. He actively engages with YMCA members, connecting with the community on a personal level. Hear his stories of breaking down barriers and creating change in the city of Jacksonville.

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]]> Thu, 22 May 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Eric Mann) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/eric-mann-kafa53vD On this week‘s episode, Daniel and TJ share a wine tasting with Eric Mann, President and CEO of Florida’s First Coast YMCA. Eric’s approach goes beyond the traditional CEO role. He actively engages with YMCA members, connecting with the community on a personal level. Hear his stories of breaking down barriers and creating change in the city of Jacksonville.

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]]> Eric Mann Eric Mann 01:06:39 On this week‘s episode, Daniel and TJ share a wine tasting with Eric Mann, President and CEO of Florida’s First Coast YMCA. Eric’s approach goes beyond the traditional CEO role. He actively engages with YMCA members, connecting with the community on a personal level. Hear his stories of breaking down barriers and creating change in the city of Jacksonville. On this week‘s episode, Daniel and TJ share a wine tasting with Eric Mann, President and CEO of Florida’s First Coast YMCA. Eric’s approach goes beyond the traditional CEO role. He actively engages with YMCA members, connecting with the community on a personal level. Hear his stories of breaking down barriers and creating change in the city of Jacksonville. false full 9 691b366e-7da8-46d1-8fbe-75439f6ad9b4 Ken Babby In this episode of Speak Easy Jax, Daniel and TJ sit down with Ken Babby, owner of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, to talk baseball, business, and the bold rebranding that shook up Minor League sports. From his start in media to building a reputation as one of the youngest owners in professional baseball, Babby shares insights on leadership, community engagement, and the future of America’s pastime in Jacksonville. It's a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how one man turned a team into a beloved local brand.

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]]> Thu, 15 May 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Ken Babby) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/ken-babby-Io8YGT_c In this episode of Speak Easy Jax, Daniel and TJ sit down with Ken Babby, owner of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, to talk baseball, business, and the bold rebranding that shook up Minor League sports. From his start in media to building a reputation as one of the youngest owners in professional baseball, Babby shares insights on leadership, community engagement, and the future of America’s pastime in Jacksonville. It's a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how one man turned a team into a beloved local brand.

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]]> Ken Babby Ken Babby 00:58:04 In this episode of Speak Easy Jax, Daniel and TJ sit down with Ken Babby, owner of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, to talk baseball, business, and the bold rebranding that shook up Minor League sports. From his start in media to building a reputation as one of the youngest owners in professional baseball, Babby shares insights on leadership, community engagement, and the future of America’s pastime in Jacksonville. It's a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how one man turned a team into a beloved local brand. In this episode of Speak Easy Jax, Daniel and TJ sit down with Ken Babby, owner of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, to talk baseball, business, and the bold rebranding that shook up Minor League sports. From his start in media to building a reputation as one of the youngest owners in professional baseball, Babby shares insights on leadership, community engagement, and the future of America’s pastime in Jacksonville. It's a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how one man turned a team into a beloved local brand. false full 8 d1971356-0540-45b0-ab34-471508ee6d85 Susie Wiles Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward sit down with White House insider Susie Wiles, a prominent political strategist and Jacksonville native. Wiles shares insights from her extensive career, including her recent appointment as the first female White House Chief of Staff. The conversation delves into her early political work in Jacksonville, her experiences in national campaigns, and how she balances her demanding career with motherhood.

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]]> Thu, 8 May 2025 19:00:48 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Susan Wiles) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/susie-wiles-MZ0iR0kO Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward sit down with White House insider Susie Wiles, a prominent political strategist and Jacksonville native. Wiles shares insights from her extensive career, including her recent appointment as the first female White House Chief of Staff. The conversation delves into her early political work in Jacksonville, her experiences in national campaigns, and how she balances her demanding career with motherhood.

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]]> Susie Wiles Susan Wiles 00:54:17 Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward sit down with White House insider Susie Wiles, a prominent political strategist and Jacksonville native. Wiles shares insights from her extensive career, including her recent appointment as the first female White House Chief of Staff. The conversation delves into her early political work in Jacksonville, her experiences in national campaigns, and how she balances her demanding career with motherhood. Hosts Daniel Davis and TJ Ward sit down with White House insider Susie Wiles, a prominent political strategist and Jacksonville native. Wiles shares insights from her extensive career, including her recent appointment as the first female White House Chief of Staff. The conversation delves into her early political work in Jacksonville, her experiences in national campaigns, and how she balances her demanding career with motherhood. false full 7 edb0a218-9efb-48ac-8144-348d404554d8 Mark Lamping In this week’s episode, guest Mark Lamping, President of the Jacksonville Jaguars joins Daniel and TJ to talk about his road to Jacksonville and what the future holds for the Jags.

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]]> Thu, 1 May 2025 11:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Mark Lamping) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/mark-lamping-mx1vWipc In this week’s episode, guest Mark Lamping, President of the Jacksonville Jaguars joins Daniel and TJ to talk about his road to Jacksonville and what the future holds for the Jags.

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]]> Mark Lamping Mark Lamping 01:02:06 In this week’s episode, guest Mark Lamping, President of the Jacksonville Jaguars joins Daniel and TJ to talk about his road to Jacksonville and what the future holds for the Jags. In this week’s episode, guest Mark Lamping, President of the Jacksonville Jaguars joins Daniel and TJ to talk about his road to Jacksonville and what the future holds for the Jags. false full 6 0fa2ccb8-0f2b-462f-87dc-c3a975f82325 Ari Jolly Daniel and TJ share a drink with Ari Jolly, Senior Assistant General Counsel at Florida Blue & Chairmember of JAX Chamber. Hear her amazing journey to Florida with some unique perspectives in this week’s episode.

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]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Ari Jolly) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/ari-jolly-24A6yKNa Daniel and TJ share a drink with Ari Jolly, Senior Assistant General Counsel at Florida Blue & Chairmember of JAX Chamber. Hear her amazing journey to Florida with some unique perspectives in this week’s episode.

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]]> Ari Jolly Ari Jolly 00:54:29 Daniel and TJ share a drink with Ari Jolly, Senior Assistant General Counsel at Florida Blue & Chairmember of JAX Chamber. Hear her amazing journey to Florida with some unique perspectives in this week’s episode. Daniel and TJ share a drink with Ari Jolly, Senior Assistant General Counsel at Florida Blue & Chairmember of JAX Chamber. Hear her amazing journey to Florida with some unique perspectives in this week’s episode. false full 5 9a2cc8e9-0768-46d7-baa4-cd9b3068a2de Mark Brunell In this week’s episode, special guest Mark Brunell shares some of his favorite memories from his time in the NFL, as well as his love for Jacksonville and some interesting thoughts on the Jaguars.

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]]> Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Mark Brunell) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/mark-brunell-MXmRoX0_ In this week’s episode, special guest Mark Brunell shares some of his favorite memories from his time in the NFL, as well as his love for Jacksonville and some interesting thoughts on the Jaguars.

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]]> Mark Brunell Mark Brunell 01:00:00 In this week’s episode, special guest Mark Brunell shares some of his favorite memories from his time in the NFL, as well as his love for Jacksonville and some interesting thoughts on the Jaguars. In this week’s episode, special guest Mark Brunell shares some of his favorite memories from his time in the NFL, as well as his love for Jacksonville and some interesting thoughts on the Jaguars. false full 4 eed443d1-6c68-4235-a1ac-d0ed4a69236a Frank Frangie Daniel and TJ are on location this week at Bragan Baseball Complex with special guest Frank Frangie. Hear what an amazing impact Frank has had on the youth and the city of Jacksonville, FL.

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]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:30:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Frank Frangie) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/frank-frangie-NYzzXLSR Daniel and TJ are on location this week at Bragan Baseball Complex with special guest Frank Frangie. Hear what an amazing impact Frank has had on the youth and the city of Jacksonville, FL.

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]]> Frank Frangie Frank Frangie 00:57:17 Daniel and TJ are on location this week at Bragan Baseball Complex with special guest Frank Frangie. Hear what an amazing impact Frank has had on the youth and the city of Jacksonville, FL. Daniel and TJ are on location this week at Bragan Baseball Complex with special guest Frank Frangie. Hear what an amazing impact Frank has had on the youth and the city of Jacksonville, FL. false full 3 91d551d2-1bb9-4a15-a4c5-549d7265088d Tabitha Furyk In this week’s episode, special guest Tabitha Furyk joins Daniel & TJ for a glass of bourbon and shares some of the amazing events her and her husband help make happen in the city of Jacksonville.

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]]> Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Jax Chamber) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/tabitha-furyk-pU8sShy_ In this week’s episode, special guest Tabitha Furyk joins Daniel & TJ for a glass of bourbon and shares some of the amazing events her and her husband help make happen in the city of Jacksonville.

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    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Tabitha Furyk Jax Chamber 00:56:35 In this week’s episode, special guest Tabitha Furyk joins Daniel & TJ for a glass of bourbon and shares some of the amazing events her and her husband help make happen in the city of Jacksonville. In this week’s episode, special guest Tabitha Furyk joins Daniel & TJ for a glass of bourbon and shares some of the amazing events her and her husband help make happen in the city of Jacksonville. false full 1 ecbe07f6-b12d-4032-a88b-6c86eba709c8 John Peyton John Peyton, former Mayor of Jacksonville and current President of Gate Petroleum joins Daniel and TJ in this week’s episode to discuss his insights about Jacksonville and have some laughs over some shared memories.

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  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0000 speakeasy@jaxchamber.com (Jax Chamber) https://speak-easy-jax.simplecast.com/episodes/john-peyton-QJsFaueS John Peyton, former Mayor of Jacksonville and current President of Gate Petroleum joins Daniel and TJ in this week’s episode to discuss his insights about Jacksonville and have some laughs over some shared memories.

Connect with Speak Easy Jax:

Credits

  • Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward
  • Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber
  • Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori
  • Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge 
    • WJCT Public Media (Season 1 & 2)
  • Marketing: Wander Media Company

]]> John Peyton Jax Chamber 01:00:25 John Peyton, former Mayor of Jacksonville and current President of Gate Petroleum joins Daniel and TJ in this week’s episode to discuss his insights about Jacksonville and have some laughs over some shared memories. John Peyton, former Mayor of Jacksonville and current President of Gate Petroleum joins Daniel and TJ in this week’s episode to discuss his insights about Jacksonville and have some laughs over some shared memories. false full 2