Most people think they need to feel ready first. A plan. Clarity. Confidence. That’s not how it usually happens. Carmello Pronesti shares what it actually looked like building through that anyway. Host: Dena Glassco www.denaglassco.com

There’s a difference between waiting… and staying stuck. Most people don’t notice when one turns into the other. This conversation sits right in that space—and what it actually costs to stay there. Host: Dena Glassco www.denaglassco.com

In this episode, we chat with Meredith Pericles of the Do Good Foundation for a conversation about leadership, community impact, and what it means to serve others with purpose. Meredith shares the mission behind the Do Good Foundation, the importance of creating meaningful change at the local level, and how small acts of service can create powerful ripple effects throughout a community. Host: Eric Nutting www.connectstpete.com

In this episode of Sun Readers, we sit down with author, speaker, Happiness Ambassador, and Mind Map Renovations founder Adam Peters to explore the ideas behind his book, The Blueprint to Happy. Adam shares how mindset, relationships, neuroscience, and intentional living can help people move beyond negativity and create a more meaningful life. We also discuss resilience, community, and the practical steps people can take to build happiness from the inside out.

In this episode of Sun Leaders, we sit down with Jameka Williams, candidate for St. Petersburg City Council District 6, for a conversation about leadership, community advocacy, and the future of St. Pete. Jameka shares her vision for the district, the importance of representation and connection, and how local leadership can help create stronger, more engaged communities throughout the city.

Host: Eric Nutting www.connectstpete.com

There’s a phase where nothing feels like it’s working. No results. No feedback. Just you… still showing up. Most people don’t fail there—they leave. Brandon Hollibaugh shares what that looked like in real time—and what most people get wrong in that stretch.

Host: Dena Glassco www.denaglassco.com

In this conversation, we sit down with author James Bake to explore what actually separates ideas from businesses. We talk about the emotional weight of starting, the discipline required to move forward, and why clarity often follows action; not the other way around. If you’ve ever had something sketched on a napkin but stalled before taking the first real step, this episode is for you. Hosted by: Eric Nutting The Growth Coach of St. Pete