This is a great resource portal and I am glad that we finally have one in Southwest Florida.

I agree. I look forward to participating.

Congratulations on the successful launch of your terrific new multi-media project!

Welcome to this very awesome site.  I'm looking forward to hearing from our many viewers and listeners.  

A progressive and forward thinking site and design... great job guys!

Can't wait to get involved!

Friday night's Connect! segment was truly a heart-grabber.  From the "Cuddler" program for preemies to the difficult, but rewarding Avow Hospice volunteers, we got a real sense of how generous and caring the volunteers in our area are.

 On Monday's "Gulf Coast Live-Connect!" call-in radio show on 90.1 FM, you'll have a chance to talk with some of these  volunteers, to find out a little more about what they do and how you can become involved.  

What a nice site!!

Hi there,

 Glad you like the site.  Tell your friends!

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Be sure to tune in to Gulf Coast Live-Connect on Monday afternoon at 2:00  to explore the world of small business, in particular, food-related businesses.  On Friday night's Connect TV program, we met some hard-working folks who are running their own restaurants, coffee shops and catering services.  You can even hire a chef to come to your home and turn the evening into a cooking lesson!  On Monday we'll talk about the realities of taking on a new career in food.  

   Many people are opening their own businesses or at least thinking about it these days.  If you've dreamed of being your own boss, then call the experienced folks at the Service Corps of Retired Executives(SCORE).  Former supermarket executive Bob Carren brought a lifetime of insight into the world of small business ownership on our Monday edition of Gulf Coast Live-Connect!  The number one reason for many business failures?  A lack of a solid business plan.  SCORE can help you figure out how to create one...and improve your chances of survival.  Give them a call at 239-489-2935 or email at:score219@embarqmail.com

I loved the program on getaways in Southwest Florida; those places were some of my favorite haunts--especially the Red Coconut and Everglades City.  Please have more programs about getaways!

Marty A.

 Our journey this week took us to Arcadia, Everglades City/Chokoloskee Island and Fort Myers Beach.  Each community is steeped in history.  To learn more about Ft. Myers Beach, contact the Estero Island Historic Society at:239-463-0435.  For more information on Arcadia/DeSoto County go to: www.historicdesoto.org

 And for a unique look at 'old Florida', visit the Everglades City website at:evergladeschamber.com.  Each of these destinations is definitely worth the effort to get there.

Jim:

Connecting with you Thursday April 24 at WGCU during meet and greet was an absolute treat! I spoke with you regarding a relatively new company in Naples.Global Energy Savings, Inc.  specializes in providing electrical energy savings and lightning and surge protection for residential and commercial applications through its CONQUEST® electrical energy savings and surge protection devices. The CONQUEST® saves energy by reducing electrical consumption. In addition, the CONQUEST® also protects the entire home against power surges. The company's cutting edge technology, innovative product line, and proven track record offer the customer protection unsurpassed in the industry.

Energy efficiency and conservation are becoming increasingly crucial as our country's demands for fuel and energy expand with our increasing population. Global Energy Savings, Inc. recognizes the economic implications of the ever increasing costs of  electricity and its impact on the individual consumer. Global Energy Savings, Inc. is committed to the research and development of electrical energy saving products that promise to safely and economically deliver true electrical energy savings and surge protection. For more information about the company and products, visit us at: www.gogesi.com or call (239)354-4344office, 239-734-5475cell or toll free at: (877) 455-GESI (4374).

Mucho exito con CONNECTIONS,

Jorge S

Mil gracias, amigo mio!

 thanks so much for taking the time to come to our first 'meet and greet'.  It was great getting together with viewers/listeners who are so passionate about Public Television and in particular, about Connect!  I'll pass your contact information along to my colleagues.  I can't guarantee anything but at least we'll have you in our files.  Take care.  Jim Mac

Jim Mac:

Meeting you at WGCU's meet and greet solidified my committment to supporting Public Media here in Southwest Florida. I missed your initial segments, but I was viewing the one last night regarding Naples Biodiesel with processing of used cooking oils as a fuel alternative in diesel engines. Is there an alternative such as this for gasoline engines?? We are all responsible in monitoring our energy usage and not be BIGfoot or leadfoot in carbon blueprinting.It is both promising and exciting that alternative fuel sources are being developed that will ease our thirst and dependence on foreign oil. Whatever source of energy it is,we need to be more efficient and conscious of our consumption.We are highly dependent on electricity for most of our daily activites and conservation and better efficiency in our homes and businesses will assure us in meeting growing demands for our economy to flourish. Building more power plants is not the answer to increased demand!Conservation and greater efficiency is the answer!!

Jorge S.

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Looking forward to much more.

What a bummer to discover your classical music is broadcast only on HD radio. That leaves snowbirds like me and other regular listeners without any classical music station in southwest Florida. I'm not about to buy an HD radio for the five months I'm here. Couldn't you at least play classical music in the late night hours? You still play Bob Polucha then. As it is, there is too much talk on NPR stations without you making it an all day broadcast. You certainly are not serving the community by cutting off most listeners from classical music.  Please relent a little.