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A weekly podcast dedicated to discovering and showcasing the next generation of people, businesses, and organizations driving innovation, culture, and growth throughout Palm Beach County

09/20/2026

Your darkest chapter does not have to be the end of your story.

In this clip from The Palm Beach Current, Miss America 2027 Regan Hutsell opens up about the difficult moments that shaped her journey—including two knee surgeries, an eating disorder, and times when her dreams felt impossibly far away.

Through every setback, Regan held on to hope. That belief carried her through recovery, across the world as a professional dancer, onto the stage as a Radio City Rockette, and ultimately to West Palm Beach, where she was crowned Miss America.

Her story is a powerful reminder that pain and purpose can exist in the same journey—and that the dreams waiting on the other side may be greater than you ever imagined.

Watch the full conversation at PBCurrent.com or on YouTube. Links in the comments.

09/18/2026

What does it take to turn a lifelong dream into a national platform for service?

On this week’s episode of The Palm Beach Current, I sit down with Regan Hutsell the newly crowned Miss America 2027, following her historic victory in West Palm Beach.

We discuss:

The unforgettable moment Regan heard her name announced as Miss America

Her journey from professional dancer and Radio City Rockette to the national stage

How resilience helped her overcome injuries, personal challenges, and unexpected changes in direction

The discipline, preparation, and family support behind her Miss America journey

Her commitment to promoting healthy body image, confidence, and honest conversations about eating disorders

How she plans to use her year of service, scholarship opportunities, and national platform to inspire others

Regan also shares what it means to become the first Miss Texas crowned Miss America in more than 50 years, how her experiences shaped the woman she is today, and why the crown represents far more than a title—it is an opportunity to lead, serve, and make a meaningful difference.

This episode offers an inspiring look beyond the stage at the determination, purpose, and heart of the 99th Miss America.

Listen to the full conversation at PBCurrent.com or watch it on YouTube. Links in the comments.

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09/18/2026

Can art become a pressure valve for the emotions we struggle to express?

In this clip from The Palm Beach Current, Palm Beach County artist Craig McInnis explains how frustration, helplessness, and strong emotional reactions can become the foundation for powerful creative work.

When Craig creates social commentary, he isn’t simply reacting to one political moment. He often explores broader patterns of human behavior and societal struggles that have existed for generations.

His work may sometimes appear dark or unsettling, but those images come from a genuine emotional response to the world around him.

For Craig, art provides a way to:

Process feelings of frustration and helplessness

Explore complicated social issues

Transform emotion into meaningful imagery

Encourage viewers to consider a different perspective

Create something powerful from experiences that can be difficult to put into words

Art doesn’t always need to be comfortable or uplifting. Sometimes its greatest purpose is to release pressure, start a conversation, and help us confront what we might otherwise ignore.

Watch the full video or listen to the podcast. Links are in the comments.

09/16/2026

What does it feel like when someone first trusts you to transform an entire wall?

In this clip from The Palm Beach Current, Palm Beach County artist Craig McInnis reflects on receiving his first commissioned mural—and the surreal realization that someone was willing to pay him to create artwork that thousands of people could see every day.

For an artist, that opportunity represents far more than a paycheck. It means a client is trusting you with:

Their wall

Their vision

Their money

A space that will become part of the surrounding community

Craig says that feeling has never gone away. Every new mural still brings the same excitement, gratitude, and sense of responsibility he experienced with his first commission.

What once seemed outlandish—people paying him to put his creative marks on a wall—became a career built around trust, imagination, and the courage to create something bold.

Watch the full video or listen to the podcast. Links are in the comments.

09/15/2026

What happens when creativity is allowed to explode without boundaries?

On this week’s episode of The Palm Beach Current, I sit down with Palm Beach County artist Craig McGinnis for a fascinating conversation about murals, music, storytelling, haunted attractions, and the realities of building a career as a professional artist.

We discuss:

How Craig discovered his passion for art and transformed it into a multifaceted career

The creative process behind turning a client’s vision into a large-scale mural

The deeper meaning behind the clowns, arrows, and keyholes that frequently appear in his work

How emotions such as frustration, helplessness, gratitude, and curiosity influence his art

The challenges and impermanence of creating public murals

What Craig has learned as creative director for Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds

Why supporting local artists and creative businesses is essential to preserving Palm Beach County’s culture

Craig also shares the story behind his “Interconnected” mural for the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, explains how art can encourage people to see the world differently, and reveals what he would create if given one completely unrestricted wall anywhere in the county.

From painting walls and illustrating ideas to performing music and designing haunted experiences, Craig’s career demonstrates what can happen when an artist follows curiosity wherever it leads.

Listen to the full podcast or watch the video on YouTube. Links are in the comments.

09/15/2026

How much has West Palm Beach changed in just one generation?

In this clip from The Palm Beach Current, A.J. Titus, President of Signarama, reflects on growing up in West Palm Beach and raising his own children in a city that looks and feels completely different today.

A.J. describes the transformation as “night and day”—and largely in a positive way.

West Palm Beach has become a dynamic destination where:

People increasingly want to live and work

Businesses are attracting talent from across the country

Downtown continues to grow and evolve

Residents can enjoy South Florida without the constant traffic of Miami or Fort Lauderdale

A.J. calls West Palm Beach a jewel in the crown of South Florida. A quick walk around downtown and CityPlace makes it easy to see why.

The city is growing, thriving, and becoming more desirable than ever—but how do we preserve what makes it special as that growth continues?

Watch the full video or listen to the podcast. Links are in the comments.

09/13/2026

What if the secret to sales isn’t the perfect pitch—but simply showing up?

In this clip from The Palm Beach Current, AJ Titus shares how selling signs for Signarama taught him valuable lessons about rejection, confidence, and connecting with customers.

Without formal sales training or a polished script, he started with the basics: walking into businesses, shaking hands, and asking whether they needed a sign.

His biggest lessons?

Don’t wait until you have the perfect pitch to get started

Build confidence through experience

Use humor to create genuine connections

Have fun and don’t take yourself too seriously

Even a “No Soliciting” sign became an opportunity for a laugh when he offered to make the business an even bigger one.

The takeaway is simple: sales is about more than what you’re selling—it’s about how you connect with the person in front of you.

Watch the full video or listen to the podcast. Links are in the comments.

09/12/2026

From a family business in West Palm Beach to a global franchise network with hundreds of locations

On this episode of The Palm Beach Current, host Chris Moody sits down with AJ Titus, president of Signarama and executive director of United Franchise Group.

A.J. shares how growing up in a family of entrepreneurs shaped his approach to leadership—and why passion, persistence, hard work and earning your place remain essential, even when your last name is on the business.

They discuss:

🔹 Building and leading a successful family business
🔹 Franchising versus starting from scratch
🔹 What makes a great franchise owner
🔹 Signarama’s evolution from hand-painted signs to digital technology, 3D printing and AI
🔹 Balancing a global brand with local-market freedom
🔹 The transformation of Palm Beach County
🔹 Creating opportunities for the next generation of entrepreneurs

It’s an insightful conversation about family, leadership, innovation and building a business designed to last.

🎧 Listen to the full podcast and watch the complete recording using the links in our bio.

09/11/2026

This week’s guest, Joe Radich, shares the deeply personal story behind his career in healthcare.

Joe’s father served as a New York City firefighter for 35 years before losing his life to a 9/11-related illness. His courage, sacrifice, and commitment to helping others left a legacy that continues through Joe’s work today.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that the impact of September 11 is still being felt by first responders and their families more than 25 years later.

Join us this week on Palm Beach Current as we honor Joe’s father and hear how his example shaped Joe’s life and career.

09/09/2026

What happens when a healthcare provider becomes frustrated with a system focused more on managing illness than restoring health?

In this clip from The Palm Beach Current, Joe Radich of R3 Health shares what inspired him to move beyond the traditional healthcare model and embrace a more alternative, patient-focused approach to medicine.

After becoming frustrated by his inability to help patients achieve meaningful results, Joe began incorporating alternative methodologies into his practice—allowing him to look deeper, address underlying health concerns, and make a greater difference in people’s lives.

His journey reflects a growing shift in healthcare: treating the whole person, exploring root causes, and finding solutions tailored to each patient’s individual needs.

Sometimes improving patient care begins with having the courage to question the existing model.

Watch the full video or listen to the podcast. Links are in the comments.

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