The Daily Suncast
Welcome to The Daily Sun Podcast, your go-to morning companion for the latest local news, sports, and community stories from Charlotte, Sarasota, and Desoto counties in Florida. Join our A.I. hosts Max and Emma as they bring you a lively, conversational breakdown of the headlines, editorials, and local happenings that matter most to you.
Episodes
259 episodes
The Daily Suncast - Gator Drama, Festival Fever
On today’s Daily Suncast, Max covers a dramatic gator rescue at a 7-Eleven, a new Habitat partnership bringing hands-on job training, and police busting a local steal-and-pawn scheme. Hear field reports and community voices—tune in for your essent...
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The Daily Suncast - Ink, Justice, and Remembrance
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Tattoo artists create decks for grieving kids, Sarasota County faces a Siesta Key land swap lawsuit, and local police warn of rising scams. Stay informed—tune in for the stories shaping our c...
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7:17
The Daily Suncast - Parades, Pages, and Progress
On today’s Daily Suncast, Max covers Sarasota libraries’ new ‘One Book’ pick, Meals on Wheels’ festive Santa bags for local seniors, and the holiday parade drawing thousands downtown. Tune in for these stories and on-the-ground updates from our fi...
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7:25
The Daily Suncast - Eagles Soar, Heroes Rise
On today’s Daily Suncast, Max covers a new program tackling absenteeism, Venice Council’s debate on Gene Green Road access, and tributes to Lt. William Garlick. With on-the-ground reports, stay informed on the stories shaping our community—tune in...
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8:20
The Daily Suncast - Robots, Lights, and Playoffs
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: North Port Police eye a new tactical robot, Nokomis lights up with its festive show, and a new program aims to send 911 mental health calls to the right pros. Tune in for your local news, bri...
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7:28
The Daily Suncast - AI Laws, Dreams, and Debate
On today’s Daily Suncast, Max covers DeSantis’ push for new AI laws, a major donation supporting homeless high schoolers, and a North Port author’s mission to ‘protect childhood.’ Get local news and field updates—tune in for the stories shaping ou...
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The Daily Suncast - Eagles Soar, Land Shifts
On today’s Daily Suncast, Max covers a triumphant bald eagle release, a new district effort to tackle absenteeism, and the latest on a Florida college’s land transfer for the Trump presidential library. Hear field reports and local voices—tune in ...
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The Daily Suncast - Eagles Soar, Community Grows
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Venice’s plan board greenlights a new Cathedral parking lot, Ingman Marine’s family legacy, and a triumphant bald eagle returns to the wild. Stay in the know—tune in for your local news fix!
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The Daily Suncast - Heroes, Passes, and Previews
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: local deputies honored for heroics, Lee County’s new Gasparilla Island parking pass rollout, and how bus driver shortages are impacting schools. Stay informed—tune in for your local news update!
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The Daily Suncast - Fiscal Cliffs and Centuries
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: the sheriff explains the county’s ICE partnership, October home sales rise while prices fall, and the city honors a century-old nonprofit plus its legendary Gallery Walk founder. Tune in for ...
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The Daily Suncast - Dolphin Drama and Holiday Homes
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: The sheriff kicks off a heartwarming toy drive, Venice marvels at a daring dolphin in trouble, and Cabana Bay RV Resort welcomes its first guests to sun and serenity. Tune in for your local n...
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8:45
The Daily Suncast - Holiday Magic, Healing Meals
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they spotlight a café making veggies fun, a beloved holiday home tradition supporting local causes, and the heartwarming spirit that makes Charlotte County feel like family. Tune in for today’s to...
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8:46
The Daily Suncast - Santa Swims & Storm Comebacks
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Dive into today's top stories: a festive Swim with Santa event, St. Andrews' Cultural Center’s inspiring recovery, and Culver’s plans for Englewood. Catch the latest local buzz—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Giving Back, Rising Costs
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Florida’s gas prices jump 20 cents, local women team up to build a dream home, and Blacken Blues BBQ serves up generosity. Catch the stories shaping your day—tune in for your local news fix!
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The Daily Suncast - Sharks, Settlements, Thanksgiving Tables
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Dive into shark conservation and commercial fishing, get the scoop on Sarasota County’s new bill-pay portal, and hear breaking news on a firearm sale tied to a local homicide. Tune in for your essen...
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9:20
The Daily Suncast - Hunting Tragedy & High Stakes
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: North Port High’s principal search nears a decision, a shocking Little League theft, and GOP investor James Fishback shakes up Florida’s governor’s race. Tune in for your local news update!
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8:31
The Daily Suncast - Utility Hikes & Holiday Bites
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they spotlight PGT’s co-founder’s big honor, share tips for healthy holiday eating, and break down what rising utility bills mean for millions of Floridians. Stay informed—tune in for today’s top ...
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The Daily Suncast - Million-Dollar Grants & Archery Aims
Start your day with Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: $4M in local nonprofit grants, Lekatchka Archers’ unique community impact, and a shocking incident at a local auto shop. Catch up on Sarasota’s top stories—tune in for news that hits home!
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8:32
The Daily Suncast - Water Woes and Oil Moves
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Punta Gorda Chocolate & Wine gets the green light to leave after flooding, North Port funds a new Emergency Operations Center, and a regional water shortage declared. Tune in for your local n...
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The Daily Suncast - Sharks, Orchids, and Heroes
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Dive into the world of sharks and conservation, follow daring poachers chasing the rare ghost orchid, and celebrate Pine View's Teacher of the Year. Catch up on your local news—press play now!
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8:25
The Daily Suncast - Justice, Parades, and Proposals
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they break down Justice Canady’s move to UF, a fresh proposal for a watchdog group to keep tabs on county government, and North Port’s festive Poinsettia Parade set for Dec. 6. Tune in for your lo...
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The Daily Suncast - Rallying Hope, Honoring Heroes
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today, Charlotte County families rally to fight Alzheimer’s, CCF Scholarship season kicks off, and North Port nonprofit leaders share what drives their missions. Tune in for your local news in minutes!
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7:57
The Daily Suncast - Red Scare, Sports Flair
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they unpack Florida’s new teaching standards, chat with Hall of Fame-bound Trey Burton, and dig into the latest on the Venice jetty rebuild. Stay in the know—tune in for today’s top local stories!
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The Daily Suncast - Protests, Proposals, and Penalties
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Will students protesting face penalties? Nokomis neighbors push back on a new commercial center, and legislators hear your concerns. Stay in the loop with your local news—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Arrows, Marines, and Milestones
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: discover Nokomis’ Lekatchka Archers club, celebrate the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday with our local heroes, and learn how area banks are supporting a holiday toy drive. Tune in for your local...
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