Howard Sapp and co-host Dr. Cindy Banyai record discuss unusual cold weather in Florida and a “snowicane” in the Northeast. They cover the impact of the cold snap on wildlife in Southwest Florida, including 25–30 manatees found dead near Manatee Park after warm-water output from a nearby processing plant shut off, and explain how invasive iguanas become paralyzed in cold weather and were removed in large numbers. The conversation turns to environmental concerns such as blue-green algae in the Caloosahatchee River linked to nutrient runoff, its effects on seagrass and manatees, potential neurological impacts, and broader economic and health harms tied to algal blooms and red tide. They also connect winter heating demand with a 15–20% FPL rate increase and argue political influence helped secure higher utility rates. The episode’s main focus is voting access: they discuss the federal SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act), which has passed the House, and argue it would add citizenship-documentation barriers despite existing eligibility checks, potentially affecting an estimated 21 million Americans without ready access to required documents. They highlight impacts on women whose names changed through marriage (citing 61 million), elderly voters, low-income voters, and people born in the Jim Crow South without standard birth certificates. They discuss Florida’s HB 991 as a state-level companion bill, describing provisions including re-registration requirements and the use of provisional ballots that may not be counted unless a race is close. They urge viewers to contact state and federal representatives (including Byron Donalds, Rick Scott, and Ashley Moody), oppose the SAVE Act and HB 991.

00:00 Welcome and Setup

01:00 Cold Weather Check In

02:39 Manatee Cold Stress

03:48 Invasive Iguanas

06:29 Iguana Breakfast Story

07:53 Algal Blooms and Runoff

10:08 Holding Polluters Accountable

13:26 Energy Bills and FPL Rates

16:17 SAVE Act Voting Rules

18:33 Voter Fraud Claims Challenged

19:23 Who Gets Targeted

21:14 Existing Checks and New Costs

22:49 Women and Name Change Barriers

29:02 Florida HB 991 and Provisional Votes

31:07 Replacement Theory and Real Data

33:50 Call to Action and Down Ballot Voting

39:41 Campaign Plugs and Final Takeaway

Join Howard Sapp and Dr. Cindy Banyai in their first episode of 'Now You Know' for 2026. They dive into a range of topics including the excitement of 2026 as an election year, their personal holiday experiences, and a heated discussion about the state of American politics. The conversation moves from sharing New Year's experiences and sports events like college football to in-depth analysis of various political issues. Topics include the Trump administration's policies, the impact of executive orders, global warming, and economic disparities. Howard and Cindy also emphasize the importance of making informed decisions in this crucial election year, and they appeal for support for Howard's congressional campaign. Closing remarks highlight the need for better media coverage in Florida and encourage listeners to subscribe and support their media efforts.

00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings

01:14 Holiday Recap and Family Time

02:29 Sports Talk: College Football and Beyond

04:59 Political Commentary: Election Year and Current Events

05:53 Venezuela and Oil Politics

08:28 Constitutional Concerns and Executive Overreach

10:58 Congressional Inaction and Corruption

13:37 Trump's Promises and Executive Orders

17:30 Gas Prices and Oil Company Tactics

19:11 Manipulative Pricing Tactics

19:33 Climate Change and the Paris Agreement

21:16 Pardons and January 6th Convictions

23:50 Government Shutdowns and Blame Game

26:23 Healthcare Costs and Subsidies

31:41 Economic Inequality and Wealth Distribution

34:47 Campaign Support and Final Thoughts

In this episode of 'Now You Know with Howard Sapp,' Howard and Dr. Cindy Banyai share their Thanksgiving plans and gratitude reflections, touching on family, sports, and the lighter hurricane season. They offer a critical discussion on current political issues, including healthcare, education, Donald Trump, immigration, Congress, and the Ukraine-Russia conflict. They also highlight Howard Sapp's 2026 Congressional campaign strategy and emphasize the importance of staying informed. Tune in for an engaging and informative conversation!

00:00 Welcome and Thanksgiving Traditions

01:15 Gratitude and Reflections

03:33 Political Commentary: Trump and Healthcare

06:43 Healthcare System Challenges

15:10 Education System Concerns

26:28 Campaign and Future Plans

28:31 Holiday Wishes and Closing Remarks