Michael Williams and Brian Crowley are joined by Joel Engelhardt, co-founder of Stet News. We talk about the state of Florida journalism and where it's at.

0:44

Joel describes Stet News, explains what it means, and how local newspapers are fading.

3:23

Joel says the nonprofit model is the future of journalism. The for-profit model is collapsing.

4:31

Discussing the mission of providing accurate, fair and unbiased news and information that helps readers hold public officials accountable.

7:20

About the documentaries program involving private citizens trained to monitor their local governments.

11:02

Sometimes the government tells the public what it is doing when it is too late to change it. News organizations are pushing back on behalf of the public by keeping them informed.

15:52

Brian talks about the public’s lack of access to public records, the decline of the Sunshine Law and difficulty the public has getting information they need.

23:30

More examples of the public being left in the dark. And the need to keep people informed.

27:22

The Crowley Closer.

In this episode of Top of Mind Florida, Representative Toby Overdorf, from the Treasure Coast, joins Michael Williams and Brian Crowley for a wide-ranging conversation on policy, politics, and personal reflections. Overdorf makes news by announcing his 2028 run for the Florida Senate and discusses legislative accomplishments—including his work to combat human trafficking, education reform to improve nursing school standards, and efforts to hold predatory institutions accountable. The conversation turns to pressing issues like Florida’s property tax structure, with Overdorf offering insights into proposed reforms and his leadership role in crafting a potential constitutional amendment. He addresses the ongoing affordability crisis, controversial development proposals in state parks, and the complex realities of immigration policy.

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Does AI Mean Bye-Bye to My Job? Why That Degree May Not Protect You

In this thought-provoking episode of Top of Mind Florida, Michael Williams and Brian Crowley are joined by cybersecurity expert Alan Crowetz, President and CEO of Infostream.cc

Together, they dive deep into the current reality and fast-approaching future of artificial intelligence — its promises, dangers, and disruptions. From AI’s impact on jobs, education, and healthcare to global power struggles and universal basic income, Alan breaks it down with insight, urgency, and humor. Whether you're tech-savvy or tech-wary, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Key Takeaways

• AI is poised to disrupt nearly every white-collar profession — including law, finance, education, and medicine.
• Exponential growth in AI technology could outpace society’s ability to adapt, raising concerns about unemployment and economic stability.
• Real-world applications are already reshaping how we learn, access healthcare, and even receive therapy.
• The U.S. and China are locked in an AI "arms race" with global leadership and national security implications.
• Now is the time for individuals to engage with AI tools — before the learning curve grows too steep.