City of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan sits down with Daniel and TJ for an open, powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, and the future of Jacksonville. From her years as a trusted journalist to her nationally recognized advocacy for breast cancer awareness, and ultimately, her historic election as Jacksonville’s 45th mayor, Donna shares what drives her, what grounds her, and what she hopes to build for the city she loves.
Connect with Speak Easy Jax:<ul><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasyjax/">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SpeakEasyJax">Youtube</a></li><li><a href="https://x.com/speakeasyjax">X</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574244391870">Facebook</a></li></ul>Credits<ul><li>Hosts: Daniel Davis and TJ Ward</li><li>Presenting Sponsor: JAX Chamber</li><li>Producers: Kelly Pourciau and Ashley Folladori</li><li>Video and Audio Production: Audri Monge&nbsp;<ul><li>WJCT Public Media (Season 1 &amp; 2)</li></ul></li><li>Marketing: Wander Media Company</li></ul>

Megha Parekh

Introducing Speak Easy Jax, Northeast Florida’s premiere podcast. Hosted by Daniel Davis and TJ Ward, Speak Easy dives deep into the unfiltered stories of Jacksonville’s most influential and accomplished figures. With candid conversations and behind-the-scenes insights, the show explores the triumphs, challenges, and defining moments that shape the region’s leaders, innovators, and game-changers. From business moguls to cultural icons, Speak Easy Jax pulls back the curtain, offering an authentic glimpse into the personalities driving Jacksonville forward. Engaging, thought-provoking, and always real, this podcast is where influence meets storytelling — one conversation at a time.