Vanguards of Democracy
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsOn Vanguards of Democracy, host Sean Shaw explores the intersection between politics, pop culture, sports and legal news connecting with regional and national thought leaders providing unique perspectives, helpful insights and compelling discourse on hot topics and happenings throughout the State of Florida and beyond.
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Tampa Bay Real Estate and Education News | Guests: Travis Brooks & Caprice Edmonds
August 01, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBThis week, host Sean Shaw is joined by Real Estate Expert Travis Brooks and School Board candidate Caprice Edmonds. Sean first chats with Travis Brooks on the importance of hiring a real estate expert as well as the difficulties of buying and selling property. After that, he sits with school board candidate Caprice Edmonds and talks about key education initiatives and the importance of education reform. Have a guest recommendation for the show? Email us at vanguardsofdemocracypodcast@gma...
Serving our Community | Guests: Bishop Tom Scott and Thomas Brown
July 18, 2022 08:30 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MBThis week, host Sean Shaw is joined by Bishop Tom Scott and community worker Thomas Brown. In this episode, Sean first sits with Bishop Tom Scott who discusses the importance of the separation of religion and politics. Sean then discusses with Thomas Brown, a huge Tampa community leader. Thomas and Sean discuss the importance of helping homeless veterans get the help they need. Have a guest recommendation for the show? Email us at [email protected] Link to subscri...
Mental Health Awareness and Advocacy | Guests: Natasha Pierre
June 20, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBThis week, host Sean Shaw is joined by mental health educator, Natasha Pierre. In this episode, first discusses the issues surrounding Silver Oaks apartment and the unacceptable conditions tenants are living in. Sean is then joined by Natasha Pierre. Sean and Natasha discuss about the importance of mental health awareness and advocacy. Link to subscribe to VOD Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VanguardsofDemocracy/?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instag...
Spirited Political Discussions + State Attorney's Race | Guests: Aramis Ayala and Rev. J.C. Pritchett
June 13, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBIn this episode, Sean first sits with Aramis Ayala to talk about her journey in the State Attorney's race, as well as her stance on the death penalty. Later in the episode Reverend J.C. Pritchett and Sean talk about the Suncoast Tiger Bay Club. They discuss its purpose, where its headed, and Rev J.C. Pritchett's role as president. Link to subscribe to VOD Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VanguardsofDemocracy/?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com...
Latest Legislation for the Sunshine State + Tampa Natives | Guests Janet Cruz and Mario Nuñez
May 30, 2022 14:51 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MBThis week, host Sean Shaw is joined by Senator Janet Cruz and Mario Nuñez. COMMENT, LIKE, & SUBSCRIBE BELOW https://www.youtube.com/c/Vanguardsof... In this episode, Sean first sits with his good friend Senator Janet Cruz. They discuss many hot topics currently affecting the 2022 political campaigns. Later in the show, Mario Nuñez, host of the Tampa Bay Natives Show, joins Sean to talk about the origins of his program and much of Tampa Bay's history. LET US KNOW WHO YOU WOULD LIKE TO SE...
Black Heritage Festival + Personal Injury Law | Guests: Dr. Sam Wright and Karly Christine
May 23, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBIn this episode, Sean is first joined by Dr. Samuel Wright. Dr. Wright talks about his life experience and career journey, starting from his time at the University of Florida, to then becoming the first black councilman elected in Boynton Beach in 1979, and lastly how he founded the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival in unison with the University of South Florida. In the second part of the episode, Plaintiff Lawyer Karly Christine joins Sean over Zoom to talk about personal injury law. She sh...
Following a Heart of Service | Guests: Shanoah Washington and Senator Charlie Rodriguez
May 09, 2022 08:30 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBIn this episode, Sean is joined by Shanoah Washington Davis, Daycare Provider and Operator from St. Petersburg. Shanoah shares a tremendously inspiring story about her upbringing and how it helped her realize her heart is in serving the community. Later in the episode, Senator Charlie Rodriguez and Sean talk about the Statehood for Puerto Rico, going into detail about what it would mean for the people in the island if congress turned the territory into a state. Link to subscribe to VOD Cha...
Manifestation and Research Discoveries | Guests: Dr. Mark Jones and Milin Kurup
April 25, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode, Sean first speaks to Pastor Mark Jones, founder of The Center for Manifestation Church in Tampa. They talk about the influence the church has on keeping the surrounding community well sustained. Later in the episode, he is joined by Scholar Milin Kurup, who has participated in extensive research for the Brain Injury community, all while still obtaining his undergraduate degree. He and Sean talk about how his research and discoveries are benefiting the medical community today...
Developing Communities + Selling Tampa | Guests: Chloe Coney and Juawana Colbert
April 11, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBIn this episode, Sean is first joined by his dear friend Chloe Coney. Chloe founded the Corporation to Develop Communities (CDC) of Tampa back in 1992, and since then she has remained a community leader. Her and Sean discuss all the work being done by the CDC to support Tampa's affordable housing efforts. Later in the episode, Sean is joined by a very special guest from the Selling Tampa cast, Juawana Colbert. Juawana shares what it’s like embarking in a reality TV show in the Tampa real est...
From Pastor to Preacher to Tampa Bay Partnerships | Guests: Norman Harris & Bemetra Simmons
March 21, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode of Vanguard of Democracy, Sean talks romance, politics, law, ministry and more! First on the show, Sean sits down with Bemetra Simmons who is President and CEO at Tampa Bay Partnership, a coalition of regional business leaders working together to improve the personal and economic well-being of Tampa Bay residents. Next Sean connects with Norman Harris, Founder Champions for Justice Law and Pastor and Founder of Vertical Renewal Ministries. Connect with Sean Sh...
Building up Businesses and the Arts in Tampa Bay | Guests: Ed King and Stanley Gray
March 14, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBWatch this weeks episode, where host Sean Shaw is joined by COO of Creative Pinellas, Ed King, and Head of Urban League of Hillsborough County, Stanley Gray! Ed and Sean discuss the arts community, and it’s economic impact in Pinellas County and Tampa Bay. And Stanley talks about the focus areas of Urban League and how companies can get involved in giving back to the community. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanmichae...
Skills, Opportunities and Education in Tampa Bay | Guests: Ernest Hooper and Celeste Roberts
February 21, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBJoin our host Sean Shaw for another episode of Vanguards of Democracy! This week he is accompanied by two guests committed to education in TampaBay: Celeste Roberts, who co-founded The Skills Center, a youth development institution with an athletic commitment, and Ernest Hooper, a long-time journalist with the Tampa Bay Times and now Vice-President of Communications for United Way Suncoast. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...
Keeping the Focus on Our Community | Guests: Ms. Gwendolyn Reese and Ms. Tonya Lewis
February 07, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBOn this episode of Vanguards of Democracy, we are joined by two leaders in our community First, host Sean Shaw sits down with Ms. Gwendolyn Reese with the AfAM Heritage Association, to learn about black history in St. Pete - specifically the AfAM Heritage Trails. Later on in the show, Sean is joined by Tonya Lewis to discuss opportunities to get involved and create change within our community. Ms. Reese is an activist and change agent in this community for more than 40 years, is President ...
Gasparilla and Football | Guests: Ryan Nece and City Councilman Joe Citro
January 31, 2022 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this special Gasparilla episode of Vanguards of Democracy, we are joined by two Tampa area legends. First, host Sean Shaw sits down with former Tampa Bay Buccaneer Ryan Nece. Since retiring from football Mr. Nece has continued to impact our community through philanthropy including his foundation the Ryan Nece Foundation. The MISSION of the Ryan Nece Foundation is to emPOWER teens to become leaders and impact giving in their communities. Later on in the show, Sean is joined by Councilman J...
MLK Jr.Parade, Equity and Activism in Tampa Bay | Guests Robert Scott Jr. & Howard Harris and Reverend Watson Haynes II
January 17, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThis week on Vanguards of Democracy, host Sean Shaw is back in our recording studio with some special guests ahead of this weekend's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Tampa. First, Sean sits down with Robert Scott Jr. and Howard Harris where they talk about celebrating the strides of Civil Rights Activists. Later, Sean is joined by Reverend Watson Haynes II to discuss urban activism in St. Petersburg. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://...
Florida Politics in 2022 with Representative Ben Diamond
January 17, 2022 03:07 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBRepresentative Ben Diamond joins Host Sean Shaw to discuss Florida politics in 2022 and beyond. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanmichaelshaw Watch VOD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCATjlaWZl1bePvhBSRkGfYA Vanguards of Democracy is sponsored by Vanguard Attorneys: https://www.vanguardattorneys.com
Human Trafficking Awareness | Guests: Natasha Nascimento VOD 2021 Guest Roundup
January 05, 2022 02:18 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBThis week on Vanguards of Democracy Host Sean Shaw is joined by Natasha Nascimento to discuss her work to prevent human trafficking and helping victims. Later in the show, we take a look back on some of our favorite memories from this year and hear from our guests about their New Year's Resolutions and their favorite parts of the holiday season. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanmichaelshaw Watch VOD on YouTube: htt...
Visit Evolution of Tampa Bay | Guests Sherri Brown and Commissioner Kimberly Overman
December 06, 2021 13:16 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBThis week on Vanguards of Democracy host Sean Shaw sits down with Sherri Brown, the Vice President of Multicultural Sales and Development at Visit Tampa Bay. The two talk about the evolution of Tampa Bay, things to do and coming attractions. Later on, Sean is joined by the new Chair of the Hillsborough County Commission, Kimberly Overman. Sean talks to Commissioner Overman about the process of redistricting, affordable housing and what is next for transportation in Hillsborough County. Con...
Evolution of Tampa Bay | Guests: Sherri Brown and Commissioner Kimberly Overman
December 06, 2021 13:16 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBThis week on Vanguards of Democracy host Sean Shaw sits down with Sherri Brown, the Vice President of Multicultural Sales and Development at Visit Tampa Bay. The two talk about the evolution of Tampa Bay, things to do and coming attractions. Later on, Sean is joined by the new Chair of the Hillsborough County Commission, Kimberly Overman. Sean talks to Commissioner Overman about the process of redistricting, affordable housing and what is next for transportation in Hillsborough County. Con...
Fighting for Justice | Guests: Maya Brown, Liz Zwibel, Jose Rojas & Stephen Reck
November 29, 2021 16:00 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBThis week on Vanguards of Democracy host Sean Shaw sits down with his former political director Maya Brown. Ms. Brown now has her own consulting firm and the two discuss what it takes to get elected, specifically as a progressive in Florida. Later on, Sean is joined by the legal powerhouse group including Liz Zwibel, Jose Rojas & Stephen Reck. These three attorneys are taking on the infant formula giants who have poisoned countless premature infants. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://w...
A Civil Rights Legend | Guests Senator Arthenia Joyner and Dr. Sheron Brown
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBThis week on Vanguards of Democracy, host Sean Shaw sits down with Dr. Sheron Brown to discuss her role with the Tampa Bay Healthcare Collaborative and her efforts to accomplish health equity in our area. Later on, Sean gets the chance to talk to one of his greatest mentors Senator Arthenia Joyner. As a pioneer in the legal field, and an icon for Black Lawyers, Senator Joyner talks about the steps she took as she pioneered unchartered territory throughout her career. Connect with Sean Shaw...
Local Journalism, Crypto, Life After a Spinal Cord Injury | Guests: Joe Hamilton and Vinny Dolan
November 15, 2021 01:38 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBJoin host Sean Shaw for the Vanguards of Democracy Podcast this time with journalist and entrepreneur, Joe Hamilton as well as the executive director of SpinalCord.com Vinny Dolan. This week host Sean Shaw is joined by Joe Hamilton, local journalist and entrepreneur, known as the CEO of the St. Pete Catalyst. Joe and Sean discuss the state of media today and why local journalism is more important than ever. In the conversation, Joe also informs us about his upcoming projects including the...
Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Charlie Crist | Guests Charlie Crist and Al Sheriff
November 15, 2021 01:31Join host Sean Shaw for a conversation with Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Charlie Crist and then later get joined by Al Sheriff to talk about what it means to be an Omega man and talks about the work they are doing in the community! This week on Vanguards of Democracy, Host Sean Shaw is joined by Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Charlie Crist as he tours around the State of Florida. Sean and Representative Crist talk about his campaign and why he chose now to run for Governor again. Later...
Legal Hot Topics, Sitting Down with St. Pete's New Mayor | Guests Karina Perez Ilić & Silvia Brett and Ken Welch
November 15, 2021 01:22 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBJoin host Sean Shaw for a conversation with Karina Perez Ilić, Silvia Brett and Ken Welch to discuss how they started at Vanguard and the liability that can result from letting someone borrow your vehicle. This week on Vanguards of Democracy, host Sean Shaw is joined by his colleagues from Vanguard Attorneys, Managing Partner Karina Perez Ilić and Silvia Brett to discuss how they started at Vanguard and the liability that can result from letting someone borrow your vehicle. Later on St. Pe...
Keys to Unlocking Financial Freedom | Guests Cedric Powell and State Representative Kamia Brown
November 15, 2021 01:10 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBJoin host Sean Shaw for a conversation by Cedric Powell to discuss the role that a financial advisor can play in helping you to build wealth as well as his ongoing construction projects in the Tampa area. This week on Vanguards of Democracy, host Sean Shaw is joined by Cedric Powell to discuss the role that a financial advisor can play in helping you to build wealth as well as his ongoing construction projects in the Tampa area. Later, Sean is joined by State Representative Kamia Brown as ...
What’s Happening in Tampa Bay, Baseball, and the Mayor | Guests: Mayor Bob Buckhorn, Chantal Hevia
October 31, 2021 03:23 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBJoin host Sean Shaw for a conversation with Mayor Bob Buckhorn who served as mayor of Tampa from 2011-2019 as well as Chantal Hevia CEO of Ybor City Museum Society to talk about the new Tampa Baseball Museum at the Al Lopez House. Sean Shaw discusses the latest news and happenings of Tampa Bay. This week, Sean is joined by Bob Buckhorn who served as Mayor of Tampa from 2011-2019, leading the city through the recession and helped redevelop the Riverwalk and Downtown. Later in the show, Chan...
The State of police today, community policing & Redistricting | Retired Tampa P.D. Major Rocky Ratliff III + Commissioner Pat Kemp
October 31, 2021 03:02 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBJoin host Sean Shaw for a conversation with Retire Tampa P.D. Major Rocky Ratliff III about the state of police today and the role that community policing can play in our society. Later in the show, Hillsborough County Commissioner Pat Kemp joins Sean to discuss the upcoming redistricting efforts and the work in front of the Commission. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanmichaelshaw Watch VOD on YouTube: https://www....
Sports Injuries, COVID, Mask Mandates in Schools | Guests: Dale Swope, Brandon Cathey, Stephanie Miles and Daniel Greene
October 31, 2021 02:54 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBJoin us host Sean Shaw as he hosts our first recorded episode of Vanguards of Democracy. In this episode Sean is joined by Attorneys Brandon Cathey, Stephanie Miles and Daniel Greene to discuss youth injuries in sports. Later in the episode, Dale Swope stops by to discuss COVID and mask mandates in schools Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanmichaelshaw Watch VOD on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCATjlaWZl1...
Trailer: Vanguards of Democracy with Sean Shaw
October 25, 2021 11:00 - 3 minutes - 6.98 MB VideoOn Vanguards of Democracy, host Sean Shaw explores the intersection between politics, pop culture, sports and legal news connecting with regional and national thought leaders providing unique perspectives, helpful insights and compelling discourse on hot topics and happenings throughout the State of Florida and beyond. Subscribe, Rate and Review. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanmichaelshaw Watch VOD on YouTube:...
Trailer: Vanguards of Democracy with Sean Shaw
October 25, 2021 11:00 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBOn Vanguards of Democracy, host Sean Shaw explores the intersection between politics, pop culture, sports and legal news connecting with regional and national thought leaders providing unique perspectives, helpful insights and compelling discourse on hot topics and happenings throughout the State of Florida and beyond. Subscribe, Rate and Review. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanmichaelshaw Watch VOD on YouTube:...
Financial Success Made Simple, Legislative Hot Topics | Guests: Cedric Powell, Representative Kamia Brown
October 08, 2021 01:25 - 43 minutes - 99 MB VideoJoin host Sean Shaw as he discusses the latest news and happenings of Tampa Bay. This week, Sean is joined by Bob Buckhorn who served as Mayor of Tampa from 2011-2019, leading the city through the recession and helped redevelop the Riverwalk and Downtown. Later in the show, Chantal Hevia, CEO of the Ybor City Museum Society stops by to talk about the new Tampa Baseball Museum at the Al Lopez House. Connect with Sean Shaw: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sshawfl/ Facebook: https://www.f...