Top of Mind Florida

Top of Mind Florida
Podcast Description
Only in Florida. Or as some have called it -- Flori-duh! You are in the right place for a roundup of the inspiring and illuminating, the serious and silly, the characters and caretakers, the news and newsmakers making our Sunshine State sizzle. Join Brian Crowley and Michael Williams, veteran news reporters who never get tired of finding the next great story.
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The podcast explores various themes such as the impact of artificial intelligence on job security, the importance of arts and culture, community kindness initiatives, and grassroots activism in environmental preservation. Episodes might include discussions on AI's influence on the workforce, personal stories about arts education, and the role of community efforts in saving state parks.

Welcome to Top of Mind Florida – From trending headlines to big ideas, join veteran journalists Brian Crowley and Michael Williams as they dive into the stories, characters, and chaos that make the Sunshine State shine. Together, we unpack the serious and the silly, the caretakers and the characters — the stories that make our state one of a kind. This is Top of Mind Florida — Headlines, hard questions and a dose of humor, every week wherever you get your podcasts.
Can Florida’s drivers and cyclists truly share the road? Top of Mind Florida hosts Michael Williams and Brian Crowley talk with Mark Hassell of Bill Bone Bike Law about the growing cycling culture, the rise of e-bikes, gaps in road education, and how more cyclists are part of our transportation future.
Hassell, a former Palm Beach lifeguard turned cycling investigator, shares real-world stories from Florida’s highways and what needs to change — from law enforcement and infrastructure to driver awareness and helmet use.
Key Takeaways:
- Why Florida’s cycling laws lag behind
- What motorists and cyclists misunderstand most
- The “right-hook” crash and other common causes
- The role of e-bikes and new road challenges
- Five fixes that could make Florida safer for all
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