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What Went Wrong at JTA? | Jax Today’s Mike Mendenhall on the Authority's Multi-Million Dollar Crisis

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is facing a major financial crisis, marked by roughly $40 million in budget shortfalls, nearly 200 layoffs, service cuts,

Episode 143: Bryan Desloge

Should Local Control Be Cut? Bryan Desloge on the Hidden Costs of Amendment 3 With Florida's midterm election just three weeks away, Mikes On Mike sits down with Br

Episode 142: Sherry Magill

How does a city balance shiny new development with the preservation of its historic soul, and who is truly served by its public transportation? In this episode of Mikes o

Episode 141: The Three Mikes

This week, it’s just the three Mikes around the table, and there’s plenty to talk about in Jacksonville politics. Mike Miller, Mike Tolbert, and Mike Hightower look ahea

Mikes on Mic Episode 140: Matt Carlucci

In Episode 140 of the Mikes on Mic Podcast, hosts Mike Tolbert, Mike Hightower, and Mike Miller sit down with veteran Jacksonville City Councilman Matt Carlucci for an ex

JEA Drama & Mayor Deegan's Budget with David Bauerlein

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back Times Union reporter David Bauerlein to break down the latest news from city hall. Episode Highlights The JEA Investiga

Mike's On Mic | Episode 138: UNF Poll Deep Dive with Dr. Sean Freeder

In Episode 138 of Mike's On Mic, hosts Mike Miller, Mike Hightower, and Mike Tolbert sit down with Dr. Sean Freeder, UNF political science professor and director of

Florida Politics and Jacksonville with A.G. Gancarski

Step into the complex and ever-shifting landscape of Florida politics with renowned political reporter A.G. Gancarski. In this episode, we dissect the mechanical realitie

The Tributary's Nate Monroe

In this special episode marking the third anniversary of Mikes on Mic, hosts Mike Miller, Mike Hightower, and Mike Tolbert are back in the studio together to celebrate th

An Update with Mayor Donna Deegan

In this episode of Mikes on Mic, hosts Mike Miller, Mike Hightower, and Mike Tolbert sit down with Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan live from City Hall. As she begins the

Inside Jacksonville’s Housing Crisis with Dr. David Jaffee and Katie Renzi

Why are working families in Jacksonville one rent increase away from financial distress? Why has homeownership become an elusive dream for an entire generation, even for

Empowering Jacksonville: Celebrating the Legacy of Philanthropist Pam Paul | Mikes on Mic

In this incredibly special episode of Mikes on Mic, hosts Mike Hightower, Mike Tolbert, and Mike Miller dedicate the hour to honoring a true Jacksonville icon—philanthrop

Jacksonville’s Turning Point with Ennis Davis

Is Downtown Jacksonville truly booming, or are we just chasing buzzwords? In this episode of Mikes on Mic, Mike Miller, Mike Hightower, and Mike Tolbert sit down with Enn

Mixing it Up with the Mikes (Episode 85 Re-run)

The three Mikes are taking a brief hiatus this week, but we’re digging into the vault to bring you a discussion that is just as relevant now as it was when it first aired

Mikes on Mic Episode 130: Accountability, Legacy, and the Future of Jacksonville

In this episode, the "Three Mikes"—Mike Miller, Mike Hightower, and Mike Tolbert—are joined by long-time political leader and 5th-term City Councilman Matt Carlucci. With

JEA Under Fire — Toxic Culture, Ethics, and the Politics of Power

Jacksonville’s public utility is back in the headlines, and as the "Mikes" point out, it’s not for a billion-dollar deal or privatization efforts this time. In this episo

The Real Power Fight Behind Jacksonville’s Biggest Asset

We’ve been watching Jacksonville politics for a long time… and I keep seeing the same pattern. Something happens. Tension builds. People point fingers. And then somehow,

Why Florida May Not Be as Safe as It Looks in 2026

Back for a new season, and this time I’m getting right into the pressure points shaping Jacksonville and Florida politics. A lot of people still believe party labels tel

Reflecting on Two and a Half Years: Jacksonville’s Stories, Leaders, and Civic Pride

Welcome to a special year-end milestone episode of Mikes on Mic. In this reflective wrap-up, the hosts come together with community leaders and longtime friends of the s

Lenny Curry, JEA, and the Jacksonville Public Trust Crisis: Deep Dive with Investigators

Today we talk about something important happening in Jacksonville. A former mayor, Lenny Curry, just became a lobbyist for JEA—the city’s power and water company. This is