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Florida Spectacular

Cathy Salustri & Rick Kilby
Florida
Florida Keys
Hurricanes
Orlando
Florida History
Florida State Parks
Skunk Ape
Alligators
Climate Change
Florida Springs
St. Augustine
History
Ocklawaha River
Gulfport
Kayaking
Silver Springs
Bahia Honda
Conservation
Key West
Manatees

Take a weekly trip across Florida with authors Cathy Salustri and Rick Kilby and discover a side of Florida you never knew existed. From the scallops in Panhandle bays to the Hemingway cats in Key West, every week's a Florida adventure.

Get more Florida goodness with greatfloridaroadtrip.com and rickkilby.com.

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Send us your Florida questions!

Florida State Representative (District 60) Lindsay Cross joins the podcast to talk about Florida Forever, environmental challenges in Florida, and what she's doing to help make Florida a paradise for everyone instead ... more

Send us your Florida questions!

Florida lesbian author Kristen Arnett joins the podcast to talk about her favorite lizard, what led her to set her debt novel in a taxidermy shop, and other special Florida experiences. 

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Send us your Florida questions!

Dawn Shirreffs, with the Environmental Defense Fund, talks about Florida's Coastal Resilience Bill. The bill protects Terra Ceia, the Skyway Fishing Pier, and the Santa Fe, among others.

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Send us your Florida questions!

Rick and Cathy talk about writing about Florida in front of an audience at their first-ever live podcast taping. 

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Question or comment? Email us at cathy@floridaspectacular.com.

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Recent Guests

Kristen Arnett
Florida author known for Mostly Dead Things, With Teeth, Stop Me If You've Heard This One
Author
Episode: Episode 255: Kristen Arnett: Taxidermy, 7-11 Lizards, and Other Florida Things
Dr. Meindl
Introduced as part of the live taping intro
Episode: Episode 253: Rick and Cathy Live at the Florida Studies Book Festival
John Fleming
Author and USF Tampa contributor; focused on Florida folklore and cryptids
University of South Florida (USF) Tampa
Episode: Episode 251: Wonders of Shadow Key, Elvis, and Cryptids We Have Loved
Hilary Flower
Author, expert on Everglades and snail kites
Hilary Flower Author
Episode: Episode 250: Snails, Snail Kites, and Hilary Flower
Margaret Ross Tolbert
Spring artist and activist, author of AQUIFERious and related works
Artist and author
Episode: Episode 248: Art of the Springs
Chad Scott
Host of Welcome to Florida podcast
Welcome to Florida
Episode: Episode 248: Art of the Springs
Eliot Kleinberg
Author and former journalist specializing in Florida history
Episode: Episode 244: Eliot Kleinberg, Nate Moran, and Hypocrite's Row
Ann McCutchan
Biographer of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Episode: Episode 243: Learning Not To Be Racist, Drinking Too Much, and a Beautiful Life: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Holly Sprinkle
Author of Florida Natural Springs, A History
Episode: Episode 242: Naked Ed, Manatee Springs, and Fat Mermaids (That's a Good Thing!)

Hosts

Cathy Salustri
Author and host with a focus on Florida history, travel, and culture. Associated with Florida-based storytelling and advocacy.
Rick Kilby
Co-host focused on Florida history, environment, and storytelling, often guiding discussions with guests and episodes' themes.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Obnoxious

    I tried listening to one show because the topic was appealing to me and I am genuinely interested in the beautiful state of Florida. But good Lord, the female host is so obnoxious. I feel like the male host is afraid to speak up in anticipation of being beaten down. The female host made a comment that she’s full of ideas but no one ever listens; there’s a good reason for that. Honestly, with the female host’s constant spouting of opinions the show was less about the state and more about her.

    I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Communicore82
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast about Florida

    A really interesting listen for anyone interested in learning more about Florida and the state’s history! The host is a great author and does a really job of choosing interesting guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jleuschke
    United States3 years ago

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Some critics feel the dynamic between hosts can be polarizing or opinionated.
Guests are generally seen as credible and well-maligned with Florida's regional stories.
Listeners appreciate the deep Florida focus and the blend of history, nature, and culture.
Positive feedback often highlights engaging storytelling and strong guest selections.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 254: Florida Environmental Victory!
Q: Tell us more about this piece of legislation.
The legislation, Senate Bill 302, focuses on elevating nature-based solutions like mangroves and other ecosystems to reduce risk, while creating guidelines for where and how to implement these features, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resilience over time.
Episode 253: Rick and Cathy Live at the Florida Studies Book Festival
Q: A question for Mr. Kilby. You said murals in Winter Park. Are you talking about their historic painted murals, or the faded Coca-Cola sign, and is it in the historic district of Winter Park?
Rick explains the different murals (interior and exterior) and discusses specific artists, the historical context, and the significance of where they are located, tying it to preservation and gentrification themes in Winter Park.
Episode 246: Bithlo, Getting Chased by a Cobra, and a Springs Adventure
Q: What led to the cobra chasing you around the room?
During a snake milking session, the cobra escaped from the handler's grip and chased Brendan across the room.
Episode 243: Learning Not To Be Racist, Drinking Too Much, and a Beautiful Life: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Q: What got you into Rawlings?
It came from connections with a couple who loved her work and suggested writing her biography.
Episode 243: Learning Not To Be Racist, Drinking Too Much, and a Beautiful Life: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Q: Was Marjorie an alcoholic?
Yes, and it became a significant obstacle in her life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Spectacular

What is Florida Spectacular about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show investigates Florida's forgotten corners, blending history, environment, and culture with accessible storytelling. Episodes often center on Florida's historic sites, natural springs, and local communities, weaving in art, journalism, and personal anecdotes to illuminate the state's complex legacy. A distinctive strength is connecting scientific and environmental topics to public policy, culture, and everyday life, often featuring authors, historians, and local storytellers as guests. Listeners seeking thoughtful regional narratives, deeply regional history, and immersive Florida curiosities are likely to find it appealing, especially those who enjoy cross-disciplinary conversations that mix science, culture, and place.

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2. Welcome to Florida
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Recent guests on Florida Spectacular include:

1. Kristen Arnett
2. Dr. Meindl
3. John Fleming
4. Hilary Flower
5. Margaret Ross Tolbert
6. Chad Scott
7. Eliot Kleinberg
8. Ann McCutchan

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