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Reclaiming My Mind

Politics, activism, and happenings in the Tampa Bay area as well as statewide in Florida. Hosted by Jessica Vaughn, an elected official and community organizer with a passion for political engagement, grassroots advocacy, and the Tampa Bay area

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From the Classroom to Congress

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2026/01/28

Brandt Robinson is running for Congress with momentum, purpose, and a deep commitment to public education. In this episode, we talk about standing up to Moms for Liberty, challenging Anna Paulina Luna, and why this moment—and this race—matters so much for Florida and the country. I learned a lot. You will too. https://brandtforcongress.com/

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01:13:00

So…What Does the County Commission Do? A Real Talk...

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2026/01/27

Ever wish politics felt more human? Same. This episode with Dr. Neil Manimala, Hillsborough County Commission District 5 Countywide candidate, was smart, thoughtful, and genuinely fun—like talking to someone you could easily chat with for hours. We cover what the County Commission does, how decisions about budgets, transportation, nonprofit funding, affordable housing, and infrastructure impact your daily life—and why Neil believes local government should be accessible, transparent, and

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01:12:28

Schools of HOPE or Schools of NOPE?

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2026/01/15

As part of our Education Series, please join us for a conversation with longtime public school advocates Damaris Allen and Ami Marie Granger Welch. Together, we will discuss the dangers that Schools of Hope and school co-location pose to our public schools. Learn how we got here, what this means for public education in Florida, and how you can take action to help.

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Episode 44: The Emergency Education Episode

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2021/08/04

Our host Jessica Vaughn speaks to guest Scott Hottenstein, president of the Democratic Public Education Caucus of Florida, about the state of education in Florida https://www.facebook.com/DPECF/

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01:29:51

Episode 43: Florida’s Attack on Public Education

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2021/04/12

Jessica Vaughn speaks to guest Veronica McDonald about Florida’s Attack on Public Education

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Episode 42: Scott Ferguson and Benjamin Wilson on MLF

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2020/07/15

Jessica Vaughn and Kin Cook speak to Scott Ferguson and Benjamin Wilson to discuss the Federal Reserve’s new “Municipal Liquidity Facility” (MLF) and how it can help Hillsborough County & Hillsborough County schools during the present current budget crisis

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01:24:53

Episode 41: Jessica Vaughn, candidate for...

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2020/06/22

Kin Cook interviews Jessica Vaughn regarding her candidacy for Hillsborough County School Board, District 3 https://jessicavaughn.us/ https://www.facebook.com/electjessicavaughn/ https://twitter.com/jessicavaughnsb https://www.instagram.com/votejessicav/

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01:31:07

Episode 40: Lynn Gray, candidate for Hillsborough...

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2020/05/21

Jessica Vaughn and Kin Cook speak with Lynn Gray, who is running for re-election for Hillsborough County School Board, District 7 (Countywide) https://lynngrayforschoolboard.com/ https://www.facebook.com/LynnforSchoolBoard/ https://twitter.com/LynnSchoolBoard

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Episode 39: Gwen Myers, candidate for Hillsborough...

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2020/05/07

Jessica Vaughn and Kin Cook speak with Gwen Myers, candidate for Hillsborough County Commissioner, District 3 https://www.votegwenmyers.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Vote-Gwen-Myers-258901205025532 https://twitter.com/VoteGwenMyers https://www.instagram.com/votegwenmyers/

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Episode 38: Sky U. White, candidate for Hillsborough...

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2020/04/24

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks with Sky U. White, candidate for Hillsborough County Commission, District 3 https://www.skyuwhite.com/ https://www.facebook.com/skyuwhite/ https://twitter.com/SkyUWhite https://www.instagram.com/skyuwhite/

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Episode 37: Cris Carlson on Medicare for All

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2020/03/12

Jessica Vaughn and Kin Cook speak with Cris Carlson, co-chair of Tampa DSA’s Health Justice Working Group and co-founder of Tampa Bay about Medicare for All Coalition https://www.facebook.com/tampabayM4Acoalition/ https://www.tampabaydsa.org/ https://www.facebook.com/tampadsa/ https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/ Contact Cris Carlson: crismcarlson@gmail.com

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Episode 36: Liz Chatelain Lanier, Surly Feminists for...

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2019/10/04

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks to Liz Chatelain Lanier, Surly Feminists for the Revolution cofounder. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1800457253526396/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SurlyFems4Rev/ Surly Voices Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/surly-voices/id1435747352 Surly Voices on WMNF - 12am every other Thursday - https://www.wmnf.org/events/midpoint-with-wmnf-news-thursday/

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Episode 35: Sustainable Fashion with Rachel Karioki...

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2019/09/16

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks with Rachel Karioki and Taryn Hipwell about sustainable fashion. https://www.courtbottoms.com https://www.labeyondthelabel.com/ How to Shop for Shi(f)t: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692968709

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Episode 34: Scott Ferguson on Modern Monetary Theory

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2019/06/05

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks to Scott Ferguson about Modern Monetary Theory Scott Ferguson: sferguson@usf.edu https://twitter.com/videotroph Money on the Left podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/172776 Modern Money Network: https://modernmoneynetwork.org/

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Episode 33: Nicholas Glover, candidate for Tampa City...

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2019/02/28

Our host, Jessica Vaughns, speaks to Nicholas Glover, candidate for Tampa City Council District 3 (Citywide) https://www.votenicholasglover.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Nicholas.Glover.FL/

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Episode 32: Vibha Shevade, candidate for Tampa City...

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2019/02/22

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks to Vibha Shevade, candidate for Tampa City Council District 3 (Citywide) https://www.votevibha.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Vibha4Tampa/

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Episode 31: John Godwin, candidate for Tampa City...

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2019/02/09

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks to John Godwin, candidate for Tampa City Council District 2 (Citywide) https://www.votegodwin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GodwinForTampa https://twitter.com/JohnKGodwin

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Episode 30: Quinton F Robinson, candidate for Tampa...

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2019/02/06

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks to Quinton F Robinson, candidate for Tampa City Council, District 7 https://voterobinson.com/ https://www.facebook.com/VoteRobinson2019/ https://www.instagram.com/voterobinson2019/

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Episode 29: Walter L. Smith II, candidate for Tampa...

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2019/02/03

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks to Walter L. Smith II, candidate for Tampa City Council District 1 (Citywide) https://www.walterfortampa.com/ https://www.facebook.com/WalterforTampa/

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Episode 28: John Dingfelder, candidate for Tampa City...

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2019/02/01

Our host, Jessica Vaughn, speaks to John Dingfelder, candidate for Tampa City Council, District 3 (Citywide) https://www.johndingfelder.com/ https://www.facebook.com/JohnDingfelderForTampa/

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