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
180 episodes
The Daily Suncast - Honoring Heroes, Eyeing Change
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: VFW Post 5690 honors local stores for the Buddy Poppy Program, bear hunt permits advance, and North Port approves speed cameras in school zones. Tune in for your local news, served fresh and ...
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The Daily Suncast - Highway Honors & Hometown Headlines
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they break down the county’s response to Hermitage’s violation claims, preview Thursday’s top events, and share breaking news on the Elio Diaz Memorial Highway. Tune in for your essential local up...
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The Daily Suncast - Remembering Heroes, Busting Rings
Max and Emma bring you The Daily Suncast! Today: local ceremonies honor 9/11 victims, the city reviews its 1% sales tax projects, and detectives crack down on a regional theft ring. Stay informed—tune in for your essential news in just a few minutes!
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The Daily Suncast - Oktoberfest, Lost Pets & Rumors
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast for your local news fix! Today: Wellen Park gears up for Oktoberfest, Publix at Merchant’s Crossing faces a big rebuild, and we dig into the latest “Where’s the beef?” column. Tune in for all the det...
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The Daily Suncast - Heroes, Honors, and Hopes
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Safe Children Coalition nears its fundraising goal, North Port’s budget gets first approval, and South Port Square celebrates local veterans. Catch up on the stories shaping your community—tu...
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The Daily Suncast - Flood Funds & Food Fights
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they break down Punta Gorda’s big flood study funding, preview local restaurants gearing up for Let's Eat! Englewood, and share how you can sing with the North Port Chorale. Don’t miss your daily ...
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The Daily Suncast - Crime, Speed, and Second Chances
Join Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they unpack a Walmart employee theft ring, updates on Venice pier repairs ahead of schedule, and Sarasota County’s debate over a short-term jail fix. Stay in the loop—tune in for your local news in minutes!
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The Daily Suncast - Robot Cops & Dragon Medals
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: North Port officials face a lawsuit tied to WKDW radio, a Publix checkout fight ends with bug spray and an assault charge, plus local paddlers score big at an international dragon boat champi...
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The Daily Suncast - Bakeries, Boats, and Bracing Cuts
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they chat about Nino’s bakery’s sweet Florida success, local families making a splash on our waters, and how Medicaid cuts could hit our most vulnerable neighbors. Tune in for the stories shaping ...
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The Daily Suncast - Overflowing Needs, Unlikely Thrives
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Helping Hand charity faces a space crunch, North Port’s hardworking machinery keeps the city moving, and Venice’s new sea wall offers more than meets the eye. Tune in for your local news update!
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The Daily Suncast - Power Shifts and Preservation
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they dive into the new owners of Osprey’s Tervis store, meet Venice’s eager new city manager, and explore a 1927 house up for historic recognition. Stay informed—tune in for your local news today!
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The Daily Suncast - Machinery, Lawsuits, and Bakeries
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they explore North Port’s cutting-edge machinery, Venice’s bold moves in the Flamingo Ditch lawsuit, and a 'scared straight' gone wrong. Stay updated on your local headlines—tune in for today’s to...
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The Daily Suncast - Capybaras, Chaos, and Community
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Hear about a bizarre neighborhood chase, new rules for Citizens insurance after hurricane season, and a heartwarming program where you can cuddle capybaras. Tune in for your local news with a twist!
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The Daily Suncast - Brand Power & Paws Progress
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Learn about a free event to boost your business branding, how the county plans to use a possible sales tax extension, and meet the amazing Dogs Inc. pups training at Van Wezel. Tune in for your loca...
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The Daily Suncast - Green Steps, Bold Moves
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Envirorace 5K rallies funds for a greener Sarasota, county partners spotlight teamwork, and officials sound off on Rose's reappointment. Get the stories shaping your day—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Hope, Healing, and Huts
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: local restaurant families overcome tough losses, garden clubs rally to restore a cherished space, and could a tiki hut soon grace our bayfront? Catch up on your community’s stories—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Marconi Nods and New Leaders
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they cover WENG Radio’s Marconi nomination, Parsons stepping up as the new Tervis president, and community reactions as Enos bids farewell to the School Board. Tune in for your essential local new...
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The Daily Suncast - Big Bills, Bigger Questions
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they break down stalled budget talks, a $600K school bill, and what Sarasota County's Fire chief says about higher rates. Plus, a look at Florida’s investment in rural communities. Tune in for you...
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The Daily Suncast - Messy Fundraisers & Park Tunes
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they chat about North Port's concerts returning, Sarasota County’s latest projects, and a wild “messy hair” fundraiser for Mayor 4 A Day. Stay in the loop—tune in for your fresh dose of local news!
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The Daily Suncast - Hall of Fame, Final Moments
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they spotlight the new Chamber hall of fame honoring Bill Gunnin, Sarasota County’s budget shake-up for FY 2027, and a call for gardeners at Jacaranda EcoPark. Catch up on local news—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Wild New Neighbors Arrive
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they spotlight exotic animals finding new homes, share how three locals won DUI appeals, and break down Charlotte County’s plans for better parks. Tune in for the news that matters most in your ne...
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The Daily Suncast - Mini Cafés, Big Moves
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Why mini-caffs could change dining in town, Punta Gorda airport's passenger surge, and a new date for the Freedom Festival. Stay informed and entertained—tune in for your local news fix!
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The Daily Suncast - Curtains Rise, Controversy Burns
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Charlotte Players mark 65 years of live theater, a 'highly addictive' smoke shop item faces a local ban, and Laurel Civic Association shares its bold vision. Catch up on your community—tune i...
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The Daily Suncast - Robots, Farewells & Fresh Starts
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: the Senior Center welcomes new members, the Chamber bids farewell to the Art Center ahead of its demolition, and serious charges filed against an Arcadia man. Stay informed—tune in for your l...
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The Daily Suncast - Festival Reset, Robot Rises
Max and Emma bring you today’s top stories: a fleeing motorcyclist meets his match, the Freedom Festival lands a new date—August 30, and Punta Gorda airport’s passenger numbers soar. Catch up on your local news with The Daily Suncast—tune in now!
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