WGAB The Gabcast
Covering weekly news in Gulfport Florida and South Pinellas. Produced live (when we taped it) in downtown Gulfport, Florida. Join the staff of The Gabber Newspaper — and their guests — as they talk about the latest Gulfport news and things to do and give listeners an inside look at how a small-town weekly newspaper works.
Episodes
34 episodes
Episode 34: Beer, tacos and hurricanes
It's a busy week in Gulfport with Octoberfest, a new restaurant opening, and a hurricane on the way.
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Episode 34
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41:00
Episode 33: Movie-going in Gulfport
On this episode we discuss our favorite movie-going experiences, are joined by a dog, and have a Gabber want-ad.
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Episode 33
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28:56
Episode 32: An Eckerd College Olympian
On this episode we discuss an Olympian from Eckerd College and chat with the outgoing police chief during "Cathy with a Cop."
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Episode 32
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28:11
Episode 31: A Dark Roadtrip
"Gabber" newspaper publisher Cathy Salustri shares a troubling kayaking experience she had recently and we meet the paper's newest employee.
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Episode 31
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25:07
Episode 30: Reviewing Pinellas County Elections
On this episode we review Pinellas County elections and share memories of the Gecko Ball.
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Episode 30
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22:07
Episode 29: Who's to Blame for Dysfunction in St. Pete Beach City Government
This episode begins with a special feline guest, Mango! Who's to blame for dysfunction in St. Pete Beach city government, and a review of Gecko Crawl
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Episode 29
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24:39
Episode 28: Florida summer reading list
How do turtle eggs survive hurricanes, "Cathy with a Cop," and Cathy Salustri's Florida summer beach reading list.
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Episode 28
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34:32
Episode 27: St. Pete Beach Commissioner Candidate Forum
This week on WGAB The GabCast, we held a St. Pete Beach candidate forum. St. Pete Beach's District 2 candidates, current commissioner Nick Filtz and challenger Lisa Robinson answered a mix of prepared questions. Questions touched on problems in...
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Episode 27
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32:05
Episode 26: Remembering former Gulfport mayor Mike Yakes
Mike Yakes served as Gulfport mayor for 22 years during the 90s and 2000s. He passed last week and is remembered on the show.
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Episode 26
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30:21
Episode 25: Cats & Ice Cream!
This episode centers on cats and ice cream! What could be better than that?
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Episode 25
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22:45
Episode 24: Yvonne Johnson, Gulfport's first and only female mayor
This week's episode focuses on Yvonne Johnson, Gulfport's first and only female mayor.
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Episode 24
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26:41
Episode 23: Madeira Beach Drama, Guns, and Butterflies
On this episode we have an update on the political drama in Madeira Beach, "Cathy with a Cop" discussing celebratory gunfire, and a butterfly garden on the beach.
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Episode 23
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32:59
Episode 22: Independence Day Activities Around Gulfport
Recipes and fireworks shows to make the most of your 4th of July holiday.
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Episode 22
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17:19
Episode 21: Madeira Beach Mayor Resigns!
Drama in Madeira Beach with the surprise resignation of the city's mayor. We'll discuss why. St. Pete Beach has its own drama related to the city's sole boat ramp.Finally, the unusual combination of fish and pinball.
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Episode 21
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25:16
Episode 20: Father's Day activities
On this episode of the "Gabcast" we discuss the best waffles in the world, father's day activities around Gulfport, and THC pizza.
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Episode 20
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22:13
Episode 19: Gulfport Pride
More news this week on Gulfport Pride events including a review of the area's gay bar scene, plus "Cathy With a Cop" asks what cops do during hurricanes.
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Episode 19
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32:31
Episode 18: Lavender graduation at Eckerd College
What is a "lavender graduation," how do police respond to calls involving people with potential mental illness, and a big Pride event.
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Episode 18
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33:36
Episode 17: Dogs and Music
We highlight a music radio show you should be listening to, discuss Gulfport's new, big dog park, and catch up with the city's pet mayor.
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Episode 17
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20:32
Episode 16: First Amendment Lawsuit and a Beloved Business Closes
Around Gulfport this week our team is covering a First Amendment lawsuit, a beloved business closing, and a surprising place to find tacos - and BBQ!
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Episode 16
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24:31
Episode 15: Arts around Gulfport
This week we take a look at a variety of arts events and organizations around Gulfport.
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Episode 15
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26:39
Episode 14: Major new development on St. Pete Beach
On this episode, we discuss the massive Tradewinds development project moving forward on St. Pete Beach, how police train for a school shooter, and Tampa's skateboarding culture.
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Episode 14
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35:15
Episode 13: Baseball vs. Affordable Housing
On this week's episode we take a look at proposals for redevelopment in the neighborhood surrounding the Rays potential new stadium along with a new law coming to Gulf Port and an arts festival.
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Episode 13
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34:40
Episode 12: More controversy in local politics
This week's Gabber discusses more drama in local politics, Disney in the park, and a spicey festival.
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Episode 12
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22:21