The Sunshine Skyway bridge spans the mouth of Tampa Bay on Florida's west coast. It carries thousands of cars daily. It's also one of the top ten places to end your life. Here's the story of the many who jumped, one lucky guy who survived, and how broken bones and a collapsed lung made him a new man. Winner 2012 Edward R. Murrow National Award for Audio News Documentary. Aired on KCRW's "Unfictional," NPR's "Here and Now," Radio National Australia, the CBC, PRX's Public Radio Remix, various public radio stations in the U.S. and featured on Transom.org.
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That's a moving piece, Rich. You've got a great storytelling touch.
Posted by: Chris Frear | April 27, 2011 at 11:12 PM
We should air this in Tampa! I'm the news director at WUSF - can you contact me at [email protected]
Posted by: [email protected] | October 01, 2011 at 05:22 PM
Rich--Read about this in THE LEDGER. So proud to have known you at LHS and to know that a part of you remains in Lakeland. You're a talented guy--this was an amazing story! I share your love of learning others' stories. Hope to connect next time you're in town.
Jean Hauger Bunch
LHS Class of '61
Posted by: Jean Bunch | July 26, 2012 at 10:40 AM
I remember driving across the Sunshine Bridge in 1989 I think, visiting some friends in Florida. The drive was amazing, and scary! We were told that some people freeze as they drive across, and are afraid to move forward or backward. Cameras reveal their plight, and the police help them continue their journey. I can believe it.
Posted by: Stephen Berr | August 24, 2012 at 01:11 PM
Rich
You are a fantastic story teller. Let's hear more on a National airing regularly! NPR needs you.
Posted by: Stephen Johnston | August 27, 2012 at 11:32 AM