Former U.S. Senator George LeMieux joins Alana K. Vandeveer for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, public service, Florida, civic responsibility, and the challenges facing our communities.

From serving in the United States Senate to advising leaders across the public and private sectors, Senator LeMieux shares lessons on principled leadership, decision-making, and serving with integrity.

Topics include:

• Leadership

• Public service

• Florida government

• Civic engagement

• Community

• Policy and public affairs

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Join Alana for an eye-opening conversation on the front lines of the fight against fraud and cybercrime. In an era where scammers are constantly adapting their tactics, this episode features two premier experts dedicated to protecting the families of Palm Beach County from sophisticated financial predators.

Meet the Experts:

Stacey Ibarra: Deputy Chief Assistant State Attorney and leader of the Special Prosecutions Unit. She handles complex litigation involving white-collar fraud, cybercrime, and crimes against the elderly.

Detective Vaughn Mitchell: A financial crimes investigator with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. He leads the PBSO crypto team and specializes in identity theft and cryptocurrency scams.

Key Discussion Topics:

The Evolving Landscape of Fraud: Insights into the biggest trends currently impacting the nation, from romance and tech support scams to complex cryptocurrency schemes.

The Psychology of the Scam: How criminals use emotional pressure and AI tools to create panic and push victims into making fast, high-stakes financial decisions.

Protecting the Vulnerable: An explanation of Florida's strengthened laws, including the "injunction against exploitation," designed to safeguard older adults from financial predators.

Overcoming the "Shame Factor": Why victims should never blame themselves and how to find the courage to speak up and seek help.

Actionable Prevention: The top three steps you can take today to protect your loved ones and where to turn if you fall victim to a scam.

Resources Mentioned:

FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center: IC3.gov

Senior Protection Team Hotline: 866-9NO-SCAM

Join Alana for a powerful episode of the "Stepping Up" series featuring Nick Cannon, a U.S. Air Force veteran and the dedicated Director of Operations at the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund (WVRF). From his time as an F-22 Raptor Crew Chief to his work as a legislative aide in the U.S. House, Nick’s life is a testament to unwavering service and advocacy for those who have sacrificed the most.

Episode Highlights:

From the Flight Line to Philanthropy: Nick shares his journey from serving as an Air Force Staff Sergeant to leading a nonprofit that has distributed over $1.7 million in support this year alone.

The Mission of WVRF: An inside look at how the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund delivers life-changing support to Florida veterans and their families.

Addressing Overlooked Needs: Why the Critical Dental Assistance Program is a vital, yet often ignored, component of veteran healthcare.

Navigating the System: Insights from Nick’s roles in state and federal government on where veteran support systems are succeeding and where they still fall short.

A Call for True Dignity: A candid discussion on the need for "measurable support" and a "humane, earned moment of pause" for veterans returning from multiple combat deployments.

Nick Cannon’s leadership reminds us that true respect for our veterans is non-negotiable and that finding purpose after the military starts with continuing to serve the values we hold dear.