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
140 episodes
The Daily Suncast - Pier Repairs, Hospital Fears
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they cover Venice pier repairs starting Aug. 11, the hidden costs of buying a Suncoast home, and Yvonne May’s inspiring comeback after Hurricane Ian. Tune in for your local news, stories, and more!
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The Daily Suncast - Masked Getaway, Millage Moves
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: North Port responds to a second DOGE letter, Off the Page lineup revealed, and updates on the city's steady millage rate since 2021. Get your local news in minutes—tune in for the stories sha...
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The Daily Suncast - Critical Gaps and Close Calls
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they cover SMH’s new team tackling the OB/GYN gap, updates on rising school taxes and vouchers, plus why Boca Grande’s parking proposal has commissioners concerned. Tune in for your local news in ...
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The Daily Suncast - Room 138 and Racing Returns
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: What’s spooking students in Garden Elementary’s Room 138, an Arcadia man’s run-in with stolen gear, and the latest on overdose deaths and rising homicides. Tune in for your essential local up...
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The Daily Suncast - BoomTown, Heat, and Heists
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast for your local news fix! Today: a repeat shoplifter strikes again, North Port named a top US ‘BoomTown’, and the latest on a school gender case. Tune in for smart updates and lively chats—don’t miss ...
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The Daily Suncast - Tourism Turns, Robots Rise
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: how new businesses are shaping our community, why tourism faces global challenges but local travel is booming, and how robots are transforming knee surgeries. Tune in for fresh local insights...
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The Daily Suncast - Spotlight, Safety, and Small Towns
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Venice Theatre shines with new events, local officials warn about permits, and a surprising airport arrest. Get your local news fix—tune in for the stories shaping our community!
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The Daily Suncast - Storm Drama, Turtle Triumph
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: NBC spotlights Hurricane Ian, we clear up rumors about Wee Blew Inn’s “closure,” and a fake contractor is sentenced after stealing from dozens. Get your local news in minutes—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Housing Crunch, Justice Served
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they break down why area home prices are falling fast, what a new housing report means for affordable living by 2035, and DeSantis’ pick for state CFO. Stay informed—tune in for your local news fix!
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The Daily Suncast - Faith, Fury, and Forecasts
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they break down Florida’s top ranking for religious protections, track a brewing tropical storm, and spotlight Pam Bondi dodging tough Epstein questions. Stay informed with your local news fix—tun...
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The Daily Suncast - Rowers, Races, and Revivals
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: local rowers set to make waves at the International Dragon Boat Racing Championship, Pioneer Days heats up with the Diaper Derby and pageantry, plus North Port’s Art Center launches ‘Explore ...
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The Daily Suncast - Slow Streets, Hot Topics
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Price Blvd’s speed limit drops to 35 mph, North Port eyes a public-private partnership after a failed referendum, and Sarasota County faces tough budget talks. Get your local news in just min...
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The Daily Suncast - Floods, Funds, and Toy Drives
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Punta Gorda pauses its downtown flood study, Venice Theatre celebrates big grant wins, and Albritton brings his rural roots to Tallahassee. Catch up on your local news—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Creek Buyouts & Turtle Lights
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they break down Myakkahatchee Creek buyouts, say farewell to Ivy's on Dearborn, and spotlight Charlotte County’s ‘Lights Out for Sea Turtles’ art contest. Catch up on your local headlines with us ...
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The Daily Suncast - Grants, Grades, and City Shifts
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: South County scores extra Ian recovery funds, DeSoto County High celebrates a higher grade, and City Council welcomes interim City Manager Melissa Reichert. Tune in for your local news fix!
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The Daily Suncast - A+ Schools, Cool Popsicles
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they celebrate Sarasota County Schools’ 'A' rating, dive into a cool debate—are popsicles just for people?—and introduce the new director leading the county’s stormwater plans. Tune in for your lo...
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The Daily Suncast - Breaking Ground & Breaking News
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Tarpon Center Drive nears completion, Impact100 SRQ’s 'Meet and Mingle' brings the community together, and a possible EMS partnership between the county and North Port. Tune in for your local...
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The Daily Suncast - History, Hope, and Headlines
Join Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they explore plans for a new historical center, spotlight North Port’s indie eateries, and break down the governor’s $1.75M boost for manufacturing training. Stay informed—press play for your local news up...
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The Daily Suncast - Capybaras, Controversies, Second Chances
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: Hunt for Waldo while supporting Punta Gorda shops, hear residents’ concerns about the Manasota Beach Road project, and find out what a new stormwater department could mean for your taxes. Tun...
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The Daily Suncast - History, Justice, and Missing Lives
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they dive into county plans for a new historical center, Punta Gorda’s impact fee hikes, and a major sentencing in a domestic battery case. Stay informed on local stories that matter—tune in for t...
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The Daily Suncast - Eagles, Errors, and Justice
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: a July 4th eagle encounter at Peace River Wildlife Center, new details on last year’s Venice plane crash, and the arrest of a hero in a shocking shark attack twist. Don’t miss your local news...
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The Daily Suncast - Fireworks, Floods, and Folklore
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: get the scoop on July 4th fireworks, the city’s stormwater budget talks, and the latest on a worker arrested after helping a shark attack victim. Stay informed—tune in for your local news upd...
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The Daily Suncast - Fireworks, Flamingos, and Laws
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast as they unpack DeSoto Memorial Hospital’s call for help, a major child exploitation arrest, and essential July 4th fireworks safety tips. Stay informed with your local news—tune in for today’s top st...
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The Daily Suncast - Suncoast Heat and Hope
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: North Port’s Boys & Girls Club breaks ground, vital tips on child safety in rising summer heat, and what you need to know about Florida’s tougher new boating laws. Stay informed—tune in now!
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The Daily Suncast - Heartbreak, Hope, and Alligators
Join AI hosts Max and Emma on The Daily Suncast! Today: DeSantis’ new bill leaves some Wellen Park residents reeling, the Arts Alliance celebrates a fresh start, and local couples renew their vows after decades together. Tune in for your community...
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