JAX IS RAD because of people like Al Peterson! Who is a DJ, Artists, Podcaster, Audio Engineer, and Journalist! All in which he operates under MPN Network. It was RAD to sit down with Al and here from a creative who is born in raised in Jacksonville and it created so many RAD things from his own passion for creative culture!

JAX IS RAD because of people like Elliot Skipper, who is the youngest sailor to be in the Golden Globe Race 2022. The Golden Globe is a non stop, solo, retro race around the world. Elliot is a Florida native and we got to sit down with him and hear what it takes to be in the Golden Globe Race. There may not be much technology he can use in his journey around the globe, but he can use cassette tapes! Listen to the podcast with co host T.

JAX IS RAD because of people like Tess Guidi. Tess is a Graphic Designer who specializes in lettering of all different mediums. She also is on the board of AIGA which is a chapter that helps connect creatives in our city. We got to sit down with Tess and learn about how she has taught herself hand lettering and where she wants to take it. Let’s just say you should hire her! Stoked to have an incredible designer like Jess represent our city.

Name: Luna Cruise Rad Gig: Rock BandJAX IS RAD because of bands like Luna Cruse. A psychedelic rock band from Jax who is one to be watching. The band is made up of Kris Heironimus (Vocals), Jerry Mansell (Bass), Zach Vannoy (Drums/Guitar), Sean Harris (Guitar), Marcus Herdon (Keys). They have been fine tuning their 70’s nostalgia music and have just released their full EP. Listen to their new EP that is out now and groove along. Support local musicians and buy their merch! Where can you find THE ART OF FAMILY at?Website: Lunacruise.com/musicInstagram: @luna_cruise_musicFacebook: facebook.com/LunaCruiseMusic/Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/7xi9Nal9QnWdqFORjvmpZi

Pam BernkrantName: Pam Bernkrant Rad Gig: Singer/songwriter, Owner of Songbook Jax and Bold City CircuitLocation: San MarcoJAX IS RAD because of people Pam Bernkrant ⚡️Pam is not only a folk singer / songwriter she has created platforms for other musicians to be heard, encouraged, and seen. (Which we are all about!!). Songbook Jax was developed to create community with the female singer songwriters and to encourage one another. Not only that, she is apart of Bold City Circuit! At Bold City Circuit they create intimate house shows for musicians to be given a chance to play a from someones living room! Pam is RAD because she is paving the way for other creatives to be encouraged and making JAX more and more a music town! Yes, there are things to do in JAX thanks to Pam and her crew for helping with that! We got to interview this local native to our city and hear her journey, what’s next for her, and why she things JAX IS RAD. Where can you find Pam at?Pam’s InfoWebsite: pamelaelainemusic.comInstagram: @pamela_elaine_musicFacebook: facebook.com/pamelaelainemusic/Email: [email protected] City Circuit:Website: boldcitycircuit.comInstagram: @boldcitycircuitFacebook: facebook.com/boldcitycircuit/Email: [email protected] Book Jax:Website: songbookjax.comInstagram: @songbookjaxFacebook: facebook.com/pg/HerSongBookEmail: [email protected]

Name: Connor ConnealyRad Gig: Ceramics Location: JacksonvilleJAX IS RAD because of people like Connor Connealy. Connor is a Ceramics major at UNF. Connor was pointed out to us by his friends who said we have to interview him and hear about his RAD pottery. Seeing his portfolio pieces we wanted to hear his story and how he got into these beautiful pieces he creates. Connor talks about starting out as a Criminal Justice major and why he changed his major to ceramics. He loves the Jacksonville community and loves to go to shows. His work speaks for itself, and he is a creatives that needs to be known. We are thankful for people like Connor, he is why our city is SO RAD. Contact Connor for a commissioned piece!Where can you find Connor at:Email: [email protected]: @connorconnealy

Name: CaraRad Gig: Blue Jay Listening Room Location: Jax BeachJAX IS RAD because of people like Cara of Blue Jay Listening Room ⚡️Blue Jay Listening Room is an intimate musical listening room based in Jacksonville Beach. Blue Jay has RAD musicians come through to play daily. It is a unique space and allow the audience to focus solely on musicians. You can can go most nights of the week and discover new musicians in our city. Cara has a passion for support music and creating more and more for our city. She has worked hard to build up a business and to keep operating it. 10 out of 10 would recommend grabbing a glass of wine and sit in the room and hear the musical vibes! Listen to the podcast and learn about how Cara started her business and all the inspiration that comes along with being a BOSS. Blue Jay Listening Room is RAD.Where can you find BLUE JAY LISTENING ROOM at?Website: bluejayjax.comInstagram: @bluejayjaxFacebook: www.facebook.com/bluejayjaxWATCH LIVE STREAM MUSCIANS HEREGO FUND BLUE JAY

Name: Ryan TemproRad Gig: M.C. Pressure Location: St. AugustineJAX IS RAD because of people like Ryan Tempro of M.C. Pressure ⚡️M.C. Pressure is a letterpress print shop in St. Augustine, FL. Now working as a two person team with Dani Simmons, and one RAD dog Winston they work on combining traditional printmaking and graphic design. M.C. Pressure has been featured on Buzzfeed, Girl Boss, and more! Not only do they create and print RAD printed goods…Ryan has found another creative outlet by making homemade Pizza’s in his studio. (Which are amazing!). Listen to the podcast and learn about his process of printing and pizza! M.C. Pressure is RAD. Where can you find M.C. Pressure at?Website: mcpressure.comInstagram: @mc_pressureFacebook: facebook.com/mcpressure201/Pinterest: pinterest.com/mc_pressure/

Name: Don MorganRad Gig: Art of FamilyLocation: BeachesJAX IS RAD because of people like Don Morgan ⚡️Don works at the Beaches Resource center as a behavior Interventionist. He is also an artist himself because of that has figured out a way to bring more art in school. Don created THE ART OF FAMILY which brings families together in schools to work together on art and try new and different art forms out! This was started 3 years ago and continues to grow with different creatives coming together to teach children and showcase their art in a different way. Don is RAD!Where can you find THE ART OF FAMILY at?Website: dmorganiii.wixsite.com/aofjaxInstagram: @art_of_familyFacebook: facebook.com/groups/779026525772818/