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The Florida Panther Day Festival previously planned for Saturday at the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge on state route in South Immokalee had been canceled. Efforts were made successfully to get the event back in place.
Spotlight on WGCU Original Content
Watch the latest episodes covering regional and national topics of interest.
Highlighting the resiliency of Bailey's General Store as the family business rebuilds after Hurricane Ian.
In the heart of Pine Island, Florida, mangoes reign supreme. Discover how mangoes thrive in Florida's climate.
Latest From NPR
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In a recent appearance on Fox News, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ate French fries cooked in beef tallow and mused that 'food is medicine.' Nutrition scientists are scratching their heads. -
The 68-team fields for the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments will be unveiled Sunday night, and the games begin next week. -
Whether you're new to the National Women's Soccer League, or you've been a fan for its past 12 seasons, here's a preview of what you should watch out for when play kicks off this weekend. -
Simple activities to help you better appreciate the birds, bees and flowers — and spend more time outside. -
If you've been paying attention to international politics, you'll get at least three — yes, THREE! — questions right this week!
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Greer is a veteran of President Donald Trump's first-term economic battles with China, Mexico and Canada. -
Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor known for “Gossip Girl,” “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Harriet the Spy” died Wednesday. She was 39.
WGCU YouTube Channels
PBS TV Shows
Washington Week with The Atlantic
Today's top journalists discuss Washington's current political events and public affairs.
FRONTLINE
A trusted source of journalism presenting news documentaries on today's public affairs.
NOVA
Explore scientific discoveries on television's most acclaimed science documentary series.
PBS News Hour
Top journalists deliver compelling original analysis of the hour's headlines.
Nature
Capturing the splendor of the natural world, from the African plains to the Antarctic ice.
Sanditon
The fan-favorite drama inspired by Jane Austen’s final, unfinished novel.
Amanpour and Company
Amanpour and Company features conversations with leaders and decision makers.
POV
Independent filmmakers present unique stories and characters with a point of view.
Around the World in 80 Days
David Tennant stars in a new adaptation of Jules Verne’s classic adventure novel.
Radio Shows
Gulf Coast Life
A locally produced talk show that strives to connect listeners to the people, places, and things that make Southwest Florida unique.
Three Song Stories
Three Song Stories is an exploration of the power music has to connect us to times, places, people, and emotions from our lives.
With the Wild Things
Hosted by wildlife biologist Dr. Jerry Jackson. who explores Southwest Florida’s beaches, swamps and preserves
Gulf Coast Life: Arts Edition
John Davis has been a full-time Reporter/Producer for WGCU since 2009. He is the local host for NPR’s Morning Edition and producer and host for WGCU’s radio talk program Gulf Coast Life! John came to WGCU as an intern in 2007, and is now reporting on a broad spectrum of topics of interest to Southwest Florida. Prior to joining WGCU, he worked at WDUQ-FM in Pittsburgh, PA covering local government and general assignments.John studied journalism at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, before earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Florida Gulf Coast University. His work has garnered awards from the Press Club of Western Pennsylvania, the Radio Television Digital News Association, and a first place award and “Best in Show” from the Florida Associated Press for his investigative work in 2011. Send news pitches to wgcunews at wgcu.org
GCL Book Club
For intelligent, candid conversations with authors of all genres, tune in to the Gulf Coast Life Book Club with Cary Barbor.Listen in on the first Wednesdays of the month at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
All Things Considered on WGCU
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Fresh Air Weekend on WGCU
Opening the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics. http://www.npr.org/series/139029251/fresh-air-weekend