<p>In this episode of Talkin’ St. Pete, host Ryan Bogden sits down with Steve Diasio, founder of The School of Creativity and Innovation and a leading voice in community-driven problem-solving, to unpack one of the most critical questions facing St. Petersburg today: Is the city moving too fast on the largest redevelopment project in its history?</p><p><br></p><p>This conversation explores the issues influencing St. Pete right now:</p><p><br></p><p>• What does it really mean when a project of this size is “rushed”?</p><p>• How could accelerated development impact local neighborhoods, housing, businesses, and long-term livability?</p><p>• Why are community groups calling for more time, more input, and a clearer vision?</p><p>• And what can the city gain by slowing down or risk by pushing ahead too quickly?</p><p><br></p><p>Steve also brings insight into broader themes shaping St. Pete’s direction, including innovation, sustainability, public engagement, and the importance of designing cities that balance growth with community well-being.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode isn’t about taking sides, it’s about giving St. Pete residents the context, clarity, and information needed to understand what&#39;s really at stake. If you care about how St. Petersburg grows and how decisions today will shape the next generation, this discussion offers a grounded, community-focused perspective you won’t find in quick news clips.</p><p><br></p><p>➜ Follow School Creativity Innovation: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/schoolcreativityinnovation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@schoolcreativityinnovation</a></p><p>➜ Steve Diasio: <a href="https://www.stevediasio.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.stevediasio.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>➜ Follow Ryan Bogden on Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ryan.bogden/"><strong>  ryan.bogden  </strong></a></p><p>➜ Subscribe to Talkin’ St. Pete on YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLQaOD7_fKqYL_XzXaDN5Q"><strong> @talkinstpete  </strong></a><br>➜ Sign up to be a guest:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjNpOVVTSGtrdVh5NzlSSVhNN3Z4VVRVdFJkQXxBQ3Jtc0trZkNJT1pSUGRKOE5Id09PblYzN0xiNjRZRDBqaFNRQmk3QXJzeVhoOHh1dzN3R2ZSbUdHbmhkaWJhd2hsTGZ0LTRfYWpuWjBCdy1YcnNwNlQxWVpaRUh0YXRuZGFBSkViSWVueURZako0a2pyZnRYQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Ftalkinstpete&v=xUh0BzdWFnk"><strong> https://linktr.ee/talkinstpete</strong></a></p><p>➜ Ryan Bogden is a licensed REALTOR®.</p><p>➜ Sponsored by Bogden Homes: <a href="https://www.bogdenhomes.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.bogdenhomes.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>#talkinstpete #podcast #stpete #communityinsight #cityplanning #stpetegrowth #localeconomy </p>