Episode 539 Back on Air: Life After Loss, and the Truth About Tampa’s Market in 2025
Release Date: 06/03/2025
Gasparilla Isn’t Just a Parade: Inside Tampa’s Pirate Krewes & Community Impact
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Gasparilla is one of Tampa’s most iconic traditions, but it’s so much more than beads, pirates, and one big parade. In this episode of Tampa Home Talk, we pull back the curtain on Gasparilla Pirate Festival to explore what most people never see: the krewe life, the nonprofit missions, and the year-round work that powers Tampa’s legendary pirate season. We talk about how Gasparilla evolved into a multi-month celebration, why many pirate krewes are registered nonprofits, and how these organizations quietly give back to our community through scholarships, charitable donations, environmental...
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Florida Property Taxes Explained
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Are Florida property taxes on the chopping block and what would really happen if they were eliminated? In this in-depth episode of Tampa Home Talk, host Katrina Madewell sits down with Mike Fasano, Pasco County Tax Collector, and Tim Coet to unpack Governor Ron DeSantis’s proposal to eliminate property taxes in Florida and why the conversation is far more complex than a headline or soundbite. Using real tax bills, real numbers, and real-world experience, we break down: Why homesteaded properties only account for ~30% of statewide tax revenue How Save Our Homes, portability, and...
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Government-Looking Scams in Florida: DMV Texts, Deed Fraud Alerts, Squatters, Title Fraud & Homestead Penalties
Tampa Home Talk Radio
Scammers are getting way too good at making texts, letters, and “official notices” look legitimate, and Floridians are paying the price. In this episode of Tampa Home Talk, Katrina Madewell sits down with Mike Fasano and Tim Coet to break down the most common government-looking scams hitting our community right now, and what to do to protect yourself. We start with a real-world example: a scary “Florida DMV” text that claims you have an outstanding traffic fine, threatens license/registration suspension, and pushes you to click a sketchy link (spoiler: it’s not Florida). From...
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Updates on Property Taxes, Upcoming Legislative Session, Homestead Exemption, Property Fraud Alerts
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On this episode of Tampa Home Talk, host Katrina Madewell welcomes back fan-favorite guest Jenny Restrepo of Insured Title Agency—and yes…they accidentally showed up twinning in navy while recording during Hanukkah (a fun, unplanned moment you’ll hear right away). Then they get into the real stuff that’s impacting Florida homeowners right now: Florida’s legislative session + Great American REALTOR® Days (Jan 20–22, Tallahassee): what it is, why advocacy matters, and how Realtors help educate lawmakers on real-world impacts to homeownership. Property taxes in Florida: the...
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Tampa Bay Real Estate Market Update – November 2025
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Tampa Home Talk is back with a clear, data-driven November 2025 market update for the Greater Tampa Bay area — and host Katrina Madewell cuts through the noise to tell you what’s actually happening (not the fear-based headlines). In this episode, Katrina breaks down real numbers from Florida Realtors® across Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando Counties, covering both single-family homes and the condo & townhome market — with plain-English explanations you can actually use. You’ll learn: Why Tampa Bay is still in a seller’s market for single-family homes (yes, really) ...
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Wonderland of Lights Holiday Special
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It’s the most magical time of the year on Tampa Home Talk, and host Katrina Madewell is bringing you a festive holiday edition you won’t want to miss! In this special episode, Katrina welcomes back Tammy Peters, founder of North Pole Productions, celebrating 25 years of producing unforgettable Christmas experiences across Central Florida. From its beloved roots at the Florida State Fairgrounds to its spectacular new home in Auburndale, the Wonderland of Lights has grown bigger, brighter, and more immersive than ever. Tammy pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to create a...
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Inside Mike’s Weather Page: Hurricanes, Spaghetti Models & Storm-Chasing Truths
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What happens when a self-proclaimed “weather nerd” accidentally builds one of the most trusted hurricane pages on the internet? In this episode of Tampa Home Talk, host Katrina Madewell sits down with Mike Boylan, creator of Mike’s Weather Page, to talk about hurricanes, storm surge, spaghetti models, and how he became a full-time weather powerhouse. Mike shares how a few HTML lessons and the crazy 2004 hurricane season turned into a one-stop shop for hurricane graphics loved by NASA staff, meteorologists, and millions of everyday Floridians. They dive into: Why spaghetti models matter...
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GLP-1s, Ozempic & Real-World Weight Loss
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GLP-1s, Ozempic & Real-World Weight Loss—What Really Works Katrina welcomes Stephanie Moore, APRN (Dr. Pacholok Wellness & Weight Loss Center) to break down GLP-1 vs dual incretin meds, how to avoid muscle loss, why protein timing is everything, and root-cause fixes for menopause, insulin resistance, and thyroid. Plus: practical movement, smart food swaps, and skin tightening options after big losses. Why GLP-1s are everywhere (and what they actually do) GLP-1 vs GLP-1/GIP (dual incretin) explained simply Side effects: why most are behavior-driven—and how to avoid them ...
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Pasco Growth Playbook: Grants, Roads, Jobs & Housing — Commissioner Kathryn Starkey tells all
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Pasco County is getting $580+ million in CDBG-DR funds for hurricane recovery and long-term resilience — but who qualifies, how do you apply, and where is the money going? Commissioner Kathryn Starkey joins Katrina on Tampa Home Talk to break it all down: homeowner reimbursements, repairs/elevations, voluntary buyouts, small-business help, and infrastructure projects. We also cover the Pasco Comprehensive Plan (growth, tree canopy, lot sizes), 54/41 flyover timing, micro-transit pilots, connected trail network (Orange Belt & Coast-to-Coast), Ridge Rd extension, and the latest on jobs...
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Smarter, Cleaner, and More Efficient: How Pentair Is Transforming the Pool Industry
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Love your pool—but not the bills or the maintenance? In this Tampa Home Talk episode, Katrina sits down with 40-year pool veteran Scott Kondor and Wesley Chapel pro Luis Jimenez (Pinnacle Pool & Spa) to unpack what actually saves money and time in 2025. We cover: Salt vs. chlorine: what a “salt pool” really is, how conversion works, and why skin & hair thank you Automation & apps: set-and-forget chemistry, smart controls, and Alexa/Google integrations Variable-speed pumps: the single upgrade that often saves homeowners hundreds per year Lighting & UV: long-life...
info_outlineAfter a six-month hiatus, Tampa Home Talk is officially back—and in this powerful return, Katrina Madewell opens up about the life-changing events that paused the show, including the passing of her husband just 1 day after her 50th birthday.
This episode isn’t just about grief and resilience—it’s packed with value. Katrina breaks down everything you need to know about the current Tampa Bay real estate market, from cash buyer trends to price shifts, absorption rates, and neighborhood-by-neighborhood realities.
Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or simply navigating life transitions, this episode is filled with raw honesty, expert insight, and a renewed mission to help you love where you live.
🎧 What You’ll Hear:
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Why Katrina took a break—and what’s next
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Real estate data you won’t hear in headlines
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How the Tampa market is changing in 2025
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Cash buyer trends and median price shifts
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What to expect in upcoming episodes
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