
Jax Journal
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Jax Journal is our weekly public affairs program, airing Saturday night at 11 pm. Each week we talk with members of our community about the key local issues.
Jax Journal
4M ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks with Matt Hinson about the Tristyn Bailey Foundation. They discuss the four pillars of the foundation dedicated to upholding the legacy of Tristyn Bailey. Matt Hinson describes the foundation's first Golf Tournament in November, which will have family-friendly activities such as golf, poll vaulting, a silent auction, and a gala celebrating the life and light of Tristyn Bailey ..read more
Jax Journal
6M ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to Shawn Sloan, Regional Vice President of Winn Dixie and Harvey's Supermarkets about the Folds of Honor fundraiser to support the military families who have lost their loved ones ..read more
Jax Journal
8M ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to Kay Ehas, CEO of Groundwork Jacksonville, about the environmental rehabilitation of The Emerald Trail in downtown. They discuss the new parks and projects designed to bring sustainability and green spaces to residents along the St. Johns River, as well as, youth training and environmental stewardship programs for local communities ..read more
Jax Journal
8M ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to local Ophthalmologist Dr. Jeffrey Levenson, President of Vision Is Priceless and coordinator of the Gift of Sight Program. Dr. Levenson teamed up with YouTube influencer, Mr. Beast, to cure 1000 people of blindness, 40 of whom are from Northeast Florida. They discuss the beauty of bringing patients out of the darkness of blindness into the light of having their sight back ..read more
Jax Journal
1y ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to Dr. Randal Davis, Area Medical Director of Northeast Florida for MedExpress. We discuss the rise and spread of Influenza and Covid during the Holiday season, as well as, ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming sick ..read more
Jax Journal
1y ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to Dr. Gary Josephson, author of the bestselling book, "Ordinary to Extraordinary: Seven Principles for Life Success." Dr. Josephson is a local Jacksonville physician at Nemours Hospital. We discuss the seven principles in the book, and how overcoming life's trials and tribulations can lead to success and deep happiness ..read more
Jax Journal
1y ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to Damon Douglas, Coastal Manager for St. Johns County, about restoring dunes on Florida's beaches and the ecology efforts made by partnering with FEMA to protect the wildlife of the First Coast. *This episode is for educational purposes and was conducted before Hurricane Ian and Tropical Storm Nicole ..read more
Jax Journal
1y ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks with Randy Kersch about his passion for local non-profit events like the Buddy Walk, a fundraiser walk for the Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville. Randy also shares how the local non-profit, Best Buddies has helped him find a job, housing, and make long-lasting friendships ..read more
Jax Journal
1y ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to Nick Allard, the founding Dean of Jacksonville University's new College of Law. They discuss "The Fabulous 14" who are the inaugural students for the college's first semester, as well as, the open applications for upcoming semesters at the law school. You will also get to know the Dean and his passion for the U.S. Constitution when the two share how the American Spirit is alive with that historic document. September 17th is not only Constitution Day, but it is also Citizenship Day, which is a time for reflection of what rights and responsibilitie ..read more
Jax Journal
1y ago
In this episode, Sheifalika Bhatnagar speaks to the new president of the University Of North Florida, Dr. Moez Limayem about his vision for the academic institution and his first 100 days in office. They discuss his heritage from Tunisia, his passion for education, and his current “listening tour” with students, faculty, and shareholders at the university. He describes his strategic plans for creating mentorship programs for students, as well as, his business pitch to investors to inject resources into UNF ..read more