Best Jacksonvilles Morning News Podcasts (2024)

1
5/31 - Former President Trump Speaks from Trump Tower, NYC 33:17

2h ago33:17

33:17

Former President Donald Trump spoke for +/- 40 minutes from Trump Tower in NYC Friday morning, addressing yesterday's unanimous guilty verdicts on 34 felony counts in the so-called "hush money" trial.

1
5/31 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 4:13

7h ago4:13

4:13

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump is convicted on all 34 counts of the hush money trial, prompting partisan responses on both sides of the aisle. Trump has declared that the "real verdict" will be on Nov. 5. The Biden campaign also acknowledged the importance of the Nov. 5 election, and in an unrelated matter revealed pl…

1
5/31 - First Responder Friday - Officer Kopp and Officer Johnson 0:58

7h ago0:58

0:58

This week's First Responder spotlight shines on JSO's Officer Kopp and Officer Johnson, after their takedown of an uninvited alligator at a Jacksonville home!

1
5/31 - For Locals By Locals - ORANGE PARK HISTORY TOURS 1:37

7h ago1:37

1:37

What do you know about your own local community's history? This week's FLBL feature is all about a fun and educational way to explore Clay County history.

1
5/31 - Original Restaurant Report 0:55

7h ago0:55

0:55

Ben Becker has this week's edition of the Original Restaurant Report, checking up on local eateries.

1
5/31 - Spotlight: Trump Verdict 7:43

7h ago7:43

7:43

WOKV political & legal analyst Rick Mullaney, from the JU Public Policy Institute, shares his opinions on the guilty verdicts in former President Trump's hush money trial. some expected appeal issues, and what impact this might have on undecided voters for the Nov. 5 election.

1
WOKV "PREPARING FOR THE STORM" 2024 HURRICANE SEASON SPECIAL 40:33

8h ago40:33

40:33

Rich Jones, Kristine Bellino, and Chief Meteorologist Mike Buresh present "Preparing For The Storm," this year's guide to hurricane season preparation, with all the details you need to know of what to stock up on, and who/where to reach out to in your community in the event of severe weather. Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30.…

1
5/31 - Candice Cole, CMG Washington 2:14

8h ago2:14

2:14

Visa and Mastercard have agreed to pay $197M to settle a class action lawsuit that accuses them of overcharging ATM fees. The lawsuit was brought forth by at least 175 consumers, some who have withdrawn cash from their bank-operated ATMs since 2007. Candice Cole joins us live in Washington with more on the details and what's in it for consumers.…

1
5/31 - Brian Kilmeade, FOX News 5:23

8h ago5:23

5:23

Brian joins JMN to share thoughts on the Trump hush money conviction announced yesterday. Hear more of Brian's and other peoples' reactions during the Brian Kilmeade Show starting at 10am, and Trump is expected to respond to the verdict around 11am.

1
5/30 - Samantha Manning, CMG Washington 3:10

2h ago3:10

3:10

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as President Biden and Vice President Harris campaigned in Philadelphia yesterday, reaching out to black voters. Meanwhile, the Trump hush money trial has been turned over to the jury, as deliberation continues this morning. A verdict could happen this week, after deliberation and review of testimony.…

1
5/30 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 4:22

1h ago4:22

4:22

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Jared reports on a Biden campaign outreach in Philadelphia trying to shore up support among black voters, while Trump's hush-money trial has been given to the jury. Meanwhile, polls speculate on the "Kennedy Effect," as RFK Jr.'s campaign struggles but offers an outlet for the not-Biden-or-Trump voters.…

1
5/30 - Clark Howard SCAM ALERT 2:59

12m ago2:59

2:59

Clark warns about TOLL SCAMS, and how you can protect yourself from bad actors and their bogus links...and JMN producer Scott recounts his own recent experience with exactly this scam attempt!

1
5/30 - WEEKEND SPOTLIGHT 6:15

16h ago6:15

6:15

Summertime is here (okay, Summer doesn't officially start until June 20, but it's already hot!) and there's a lot of fun stuff happening in Jacksonville this weekend. Check out the Oral Story Tellers event at the Florida Theatre, the topic is "Spring!" And have you visited MOCA downtown? Always a cool exhibition going on there! For you outdoorsy ty…

1
5/30 - Logan MacDonald, Action News Jax 2:09

2h ago2:09

2:09

Logan reports on tonight's "Community Huddle" 6pm at Westside High School. This will be the final chance (for now) for Jax residents to raise questions or share thoughts about the "Stadium of the Future" project, and what taxpayer and city investments will yield to the Jacksonville community.

1
5/30 - Candice Cole, CMG Washington 4:34

22h ago4:34

4:34

PARENT FINANCIAL SUPPORT - A new report from Bankrate shows that 61% of parents have made financial sacrifices to help support their adult children. According to the report released today, GenX parents are more likely than baby boomers to dip into emergency savings or sacrifice paying off debt to help their grown kids make ends meet. The report, ho…

1
5/30 - Alexus Cleavenger, Action News Jax 1:38

1h ago1:38

1:38

Alexus reports on the "State of St. Johns County" meeting last night at the World Golf Village IMAX. Residents shared concerns about various development projects, including widening County Road 210, and deciding what businesses would occupy the WGV space.

1
5/29 - Kirstin Garriss, CMG Washington 3:28

2h ago3:28

3:28

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump's hush-money trial will soon be in the hands of the jury, after nearly 8 hours of closing arguments Tuesday. WOKV's Kirstin Garriss reports on what we can expect today, and looks at what could happen if Trump is convicted.

1
5/29 - Spotlight: Amazon's College Tour - UNF 16:33

1d ago16:33

16:33

UNF students Kenneth Wright and Jessica Hasty join JMN to share their experiences as featured cast members of Amazon Prime's show The College Tour. The UNF episode is part of season 11, and the episode focuses on UNF, its academic and professional programs, and the Jacksonville community.

1
5/29 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 2:55

3h ago2:55

2:55

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as White House support for Israel continues despite the civilian casualties after an Israeli airstrike on Rafah. Israel's Prime Minister has allegedly ordered an investigation on the attack, and whether it is responsible for the collateral damage, or if it was a result of hidden arms or Hamas staging.…

1
5/29 - Alexus Cleavenger, Action News Jax 1:58

2h ago1:58

1:58

Alexus reports on another holiday weekend of crime and violence in the Beaches, frustrating Jax Beach residents who say the frequency of events is increasing. The Jax Beach City Council voted not to advance new safety initiatives restricting social gatherings and increasing police presence after St. Patrick's Day weekend events.…

1
5/29 - Nicole D'Antonio, CMG Washington 2:07

2h ago2:07

2:07

Each summer more than 26 million children nationwide enroll in summer camp. However, as demand for camp increases, many parents are planning earlier and spending more money to secure a camp spot for their child. According to the nonprofit American Camp Association, the average cost of summer camp is around $87 a day with overnight camp tuition clos…

1
5/29 - Alexus Cleavenger, Action News Jax 1:53

3h ago1:53

1:53

Alexus reports that while the Duval County School Board negotiates contract terms with new superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier, some concerns have been raised over the timeline of his application and exodus from his previous position.

1
5/25 - Rich Jones, WOKV 3:03

11h ago3:03

3:03

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the Trump hush-money trial moves to closing arguments after a long break. Ohio lawmakers are scrambling to ensure that Biden remains on the Ohio ballot. The Libertarian party issued a Presidential candidate endorsement, and it was NOT for Trump or RFK Jr. despite their appearances at the Libertarian convention…

1
5/28 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 3:28

3h ago3:28

3:28

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the Biden administration continues to advocate support for Israel, though the chorus of supporting nations is getting smaller and quieter after another "targeted" Israeli strike in Rafah resulted in multiple civilian casualties, again. The UN, world court, and EU have all demanded Israel cease military actions…

1
5/28 - Spotlight: "Old Glory" 4:50

4h ago4:50

4:50

One of the highlights of this year's Memorial Day ceremonies at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Wall was the recitation of "Old Glory" by CMC Mack Ellis, US Navy Ret.

1
5/28 - Spotlight: Public Opinions on the New Stadium & the New Jail 5:47

4h ago5:47

5:47

WOKV political analyst Dr. Michael Binder, from the UNF Public Opinion Research Lab, shares the latest poll results regarding the Jaguars' "Stadium of the Future" deal, and a proposal for a new city jail and JSO administrative offices.

1
5/28 - Nicole D'Antonio, CMG Washington 2:16

1h ago2:16

2:16

SCHOOL COUNSELOR SHORTAGE - A report highlights the critical shortage of counselors in K-12 schools. Data from the American School Counselor Association shows during last school year there were 385 students to one counselor. This is a slight improvement from the previous year however well below the recommended ratio of 250 students to one counselor…

1
5/28 - Brian Kilmeade, FOX News 5:01

2h ago5:01

5:01

Brian joins JMN to reflect on this year's Memorial Day ceremonies in Jacksonville, and looks ahead to the pending Trump hush-money trial decision, and the latest in the Israel/Hamas conflict as the UN court orders Israel to halt military activities, while Israeli forces continue actions in Rafah. Hear more on the Brian Kilmeade Show, 10a to noon.…

1
5/25 - Rich Jones, WOKV 2:35

7h ago2:35

2:35

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as former President Trump hosted an outdoor rally in the Bronx, appealing to voters in the historically blue state of New York. RFK Jr. is still trying to negotiate his way into a presidential debate, angling to set one up on X, and is speaking at a Libertarian rally in an effort to draw more votes. Trump will be…

1
5/24 - Weekend Weather Talk 7:31

5d ago7:31

7:31

Meteorologist Garrett Bedenbaugh joins JMN with a detailed look at this weekend's forecast. Sunscreen and hydration are your friends as you make your way out to the Jazz Festival, the beaches, to backyard barbecues, or downtown for the Memorial Day ceremonies.

1
5/24 Spotlight: Memorial Day Ceremony 4:37

2h ago4:37

4:37

Harrison Conyers, City of Jacksonville's Director of Military Affairs and Veterans Department, joins JMN to discuss the Memorial Day ceremonies in downtown Jacksonville. This year, no new names have been added to the 1700+ names on Jacksonville's Memorial Wall, but all branches of the service will pay their respects to the fallen, and to the Gold S…

1
5/24 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 4:43

3h ago4:43

4:43

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as GOP senators continue to vote against border control legislation despite their posturing, though this time some Democrat senators also voted against it. Resolving border legislation would deflate a campaign issue for both sides, so progress on this issue seems unlikely before the election. Meanwhile, President…

1
5/24 - Around Jax 1:16

1h ago1:16

1:16

Chandler Morgan has your update for what's new and what's different this Memorial Day weekend, so get out and enjoy!

1
5/24 - First Responder Friday - Deputy Angel Terry 1:25

6d ago1:25

1:25

WOKV's First Responder of the Week is Nassau County Deputy Angel Terry, after his response to a very special "emergency" 911 call.

1
5/24 - For Locals By Locals - Harveys/Winn Dixie & Folds of Honor 1:48

4h ago1:48

1:48

This week's FLBL spotlight is on Harveys/Winn Dixie, where the local grocery chain has partnered with Folds Of Honor to provide scholarships for children of fallen soldiers.

1
5/24 - Original Restaurant Report 0:52

4h ago0:52

0:52

Ben Becker is back with this week's edition of the Original Restaurant Report, and tells you why inspectors had to hit the breaks on a Jacksonville food truck...

1
5/24 - Logan MacDonald, Action News Jax 3:07

4h ago3:07

3:07

Logan reports on the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, with live music all weekend. The event returns to Metropolitan Park for the first time in many years, and adds performances at Daily's Place this year.

1
5/24 - Candice Cole, CMG Washington 1:34

1h ago1:34

1:34

PURPLE HEART EDUCATION BILL - Sens. Patty Murray (D-WA) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) have introduced a legislation that will allow Purple Heart recipients who received the honor after their time in the military to transfer the benefit to their dependents. Currently, that privilege is only granted to Purple Heart recipients who are still active in the mil…

1
5/24 - Alexus Cleavenger, Action News Jax 1:57

2h ago1:57

1:57

Alexus has water safety tips if you will be boating over the Memorial Day weekend.

1
5/23 - Samantha Manning, CMG Washington 3:11

3h ago3:11

3:11

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Nikki Haley says she will be voting for former President Trump in November, despite previous campaign sniping between the candidates into the primary elections season. WOKV's Samantha Manning reports on reactions to Haley's statement, and how Trump is spending his time away from court during this break in his …

1
5/23 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 4:52

26m ago4:52

4:52

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as the US refuses to join a group of countries who are already recognizing Palestinian statehood, despite advocating a "two-state solution" to the Israel/Palestine conflicts. Arguably this is because it would seem to endorse Hamas as the defacto government, instead of a democratically elected government. In other…

1
5/23 - WEEKEND SPOTLIGHT 6:53

8d ago6:53

6:53

Another Memorial Day weekend is upon us, and as always there's a ton of fun going on. The beach! Pick a beach, they're all open and will all be crowded, but what is Memorial Day Weekend without the beach?! The Jacksonville Jazz Festival starts tonight with the piano competition at the Florida Theatre, then Friday through Sunday you've got music all…

1
5/23 - Logan MacDonald, Action News Jax 2:21

8d ago2:21

2:21

Logan reports on a motion against the COJ "panhandling" ordinance, as the Cosac Foundation says the ordinance violates first amendment rights by denying the opportunity to sell copies of "The Homeless Voice," a newspaper sold by homeless citizens as part of an outreach program.

1
5/23 - Candice Cole, CMG Washington 2:02

2h ago2:02

2:02

BUY NOW, PAY LATER - The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau has issued a new interpretive rule that classifies buy now, pay later companies like Klarna and Affirm as credit card providers. The new classification is ultimately a win for consumers because BNPL companies will have to investigate borrower disputes and pause payment during their investi…

1
5/23 - Alexus Cleavenger, Action News Jax 2:17

2h ago2:17

2:17

Alexus reports on the latest developments in the search for a new Duval County Schools superintendent. The DCSB is expected to meet at 9am today, and announce a decision later today. The field has been narrowed to two finalists, but recently revealed information about an ongoing lawsuit against one of the candidates has raised questions.…

1
5/22 - Kirstin Garriss, CMG Washington 4:53

2h ago4:53

4:53

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as Biden and Trump both claim victories in the latest round of primaries, although many disenfranchised Republican voters are still casting primary votes for Nikki Haley. Meanwhile, as their respective campaign fundraising efforts continue, the Trump campaign now says they'll accept cryptocurrency donations - des…

1
5/22 - Spotlight: "Clone Cars" 3:36

27m ago3:36

3:36

Tonight at 5:45 on CBS47 and FOX30 Action News Jax, investigative reporter Emily Turner has three tips to avoid "clone cars," where scammers copy legitimate Vehicle Identification Numbers and apply them to other cars being sold. Tune in tonight for tips on how you can avoid getting ripped off with a "clone car!"…

1
5/22 - Jared Halpern, FOX News 3:42

19h ago3:42

3:42

YOU DECIDE 2024 coverage continues, as another 160k student loan borrowers will see a portion of their debt forgiven under the SAVE Plan and/or other forgiveness programs. Meanwhile, President Biden is raising awareness that the VA has approved a million+ claims filed under the PACT Act, involving those service personnel impacted by burn pits durin…

1
5/22 - Spotlight: JEA Leadership 9:00

40m ago9:00

9:00

Vickie Cavey has been appointed the interim CEO of JEA. But per the JEA charter, is she qualified? Was there a transparent selection process? Action News Jax investigative reporter Ben Becker looks at the latest leadership change at JEA.

1
5/22 - Alexus Cleavenger, Action News Jax 2:25

2h ago2:25

2:25

Alexus reports on an officer-involved fatal shooting on Jacksonville's Northside yesterday afternoon. FDLE is investigating, after a US Marshall and a SJC Sheriff Office deputy used lethal force while attempting to arrest a man wanted on out-of-state warrants.

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Jacksonvilles Morning News Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide