Winter Springs In the Loop

Ep. 1-3: Jesse Phillips & Bryan Bruce discuss budget and Tuscawilla Tax

In this dynamic third episode of Winter Springs: In the Loop, host Jesse Phillips sits down once again with Bryan Bruce, who gives his take on the city's recent approval of his budget, our spending patterns, and the battle with the THOA over the Tuscawilla Tax.

Ep. 1-2: Jesse Phillips & Sarah Baker

In this powerful second episode of Winter Springs: In The Loop, host Jesse Phillips sits down with Commissioner Sarah Baker (District 3) for an unfiltered conversation about leadership, infrastructure, and everyday life in Winter Springs. Jesse—a tech entrepreneur, community advocate, and founder of the Winter Springs Water Quality Initiative—brings his signature curiosity and direct approach to the discussion, diving into big topics with Sarah:     •    Her unexpected path from corporate marketing to public office     •    Why she left her full-time job to serve residents full-time     •    How the city is tackling its aging water infrastructure     •    What the new partnership with Woodard & Curran means for your water     •    The growing trust with Seminole County and Tallahassee     •    And yes… her mission to legalize backyard chickens This episode blends transparency, policy, and personality, all delivered through a sincere and neighborly lens. From sewage spills to sunshine laws, ICE policy to interlocal agreements, nothing’s off-limits. Sarah shares how real-world problems led her to run for office—and how her family, chickens, and faith keep her grounded. Whether you’re a policy nerd, a backyard homesteader, or just curious about what’s really going on in Winter Springs—this episode is for you. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you stream.

Ep. 1-1: Jesse Phillips & Bryan Bruce

Uncut, unfiltered and unscripted conversation between Jesse Phillips and Bryan Bruce. What’s really happening with Dominic’s and the 7-Eleven? Is Winter Springs business-friendly—or not? Why does transparency at City Hall actually matter?