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Tropical Depression

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Florida
Ron Desantis
Public Transportation
Bob Graham
Democratic Party
Golden Age Of Florida Politics
Political Integrity
Progressive Reforms
Environmental Issues
Police Oversight
Hurricane Helene
Florida Politics
Hurricane Ian
US Senate
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Miami
Urban Planning
Literature
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Ever wonder what the hell's going on in Florida? Host Ryan Ray brings guests and interviews that get to the core of the political moment the Sunshine State is having. As we're now seeing at the highest levels of government, Florida IS America.

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Latest Episodes

Leon County Commissioner David O’Keefe returns to discuss the seemingly endless assault on local government coming from Meatball Ron's administration. Whether it's paving over colorful crosswalks, threatening local officials at the behest of develope... more

Trimmel Gomes finally joins the show and reminisces with Ryan over recording a podcast in the side room of a smoke-filled bar in 2016. In between talk of government at the local, state, and federal levels, Trimmel offers his thoughts on what it means... more

On the latest segment of Reading RAYnbow, Ryan catches up with an old friend: critically-acclaimed author Sarah Gerard. Her 2015 novel Binary Star was listed as a best book of the year by NPR, and her second book – a collection of essays called Sunsh... more

It’s been a busy Florida summer, and intrepid WUSF reporter Douglas Soule joins the show to go over some of the biggest stories from the last few weeks: Will Florida follow Texas’ example of extreme gerrymandering? What was it like on the ground as G... more

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Recent Guests

David O'Keefe
Leon County Commissioner and grassroots advocate for local issues
Leon County Commission
Episode: Episode 32: All Oligarchy is Local w/ David O’Keefe
Trimmel Gomes
President of Gomes Media and public broadcaster
Episode: Episode 31: Enter the Rotunda w/ Trimmel Gomes
Sarah Gerard
Acclaimed author known for her reflective works on Florida
Episode: Episode 30: The Heart of Darkness w/ Sarah Gerard
Amy Keith
Executive Director of Common Cause Florida
Common Cause Florida
Episode: Episode 28: Hurricane Season’s Greetings w/ Amy Keith
Kent Wascom
Literary author and speaker on Florida culture
Author of The Great State of West Florida
Episode: Episode 27: From the River to the Gulf w/ Kent Wascom
Alec Niedenthal
Author and returning guest known for his work in literature.
Harper Collins Imprint Echo
Episode: Episode 26: Reading RAYnbow w/ Alec Niedenthal
Dayna Lazarus
Public Transit Advocate and co-founder of Transit Now Tampa Bay
Episode: Ep. 23: Fighting Traffic at City Hall w/ Dayna Lazarus
Jason Garcia
Journalist from Seeking Rents covering Florida politics.
Seeking Rents
Episode: Episode 22: No Choice But Life w/ Jason Garcia
Alec Diedenthal
Original fiction writer and friend of the show
Episode: Episode 20: 2024 Year in Review

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Ryan Ray
Host of Tropical Depression, engaging discussions around Florida's political landscape and community issues.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Sorely needed

    A ray of light at a time when honest political media covering state politics in Florida state politics is hard to come by. With monopolistic energy companies buying up media outlets in Florida to run favorable coverage, other big media outlets openly admitting to pay for play, and the rest being at constant risk of shutting down - not to mention journalists being stalked and intimidated for running investigative coverage - having a host with a deep knowledge of the state’s history and schemes by... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mark zuckerbwrg
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show we’ve been waiting for in local politics.

    Ryan gets great guests and wades into the interesting nutty gritty of our local politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David8474
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many commend the engaging guests and the depth of exploration into the state's pressing issues, emphasizing the need for local political media.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions on Florida's political scene, often highlighting the show's critical voice against conventional narratives in local media.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 30: The Heart of Darkness w/ Sarah Gerard
Q: How has your upbringing influenced your work?
Growing up with a politically active family provided me insight into Florida's political and social landscape, influencing my narratives.
Episode 30: The Heart of Darkness w/ Sarah Gerard
Q: What are your reflections on Florida and the concept today?
It's deeply concerning and disturbing, but I maintain hope due to my family's involvement and love for the state.
Episode 26: Reading RAYnbow w/ Alec Niedenthal
Q: How do you keep recollections like that in your brain with all the apps notifications that come on every day?
Alec discusses the relationship between writing, memory, and the importance of attention in a fast-paced world.
Episode 26: Reading RAYnbow w/ Alec Niedenthal
Q: What has it been like to become a published author since last time we spoke?
Alec reflects on the surprise of getting published in The Paris Review and the unexpected journey that has followed, including the challenges of publishing in today's climate.
Episode 20: 2024 Year in Review
Q: What do you think is possible in the next 10 years?
It's possible to avoid the Miamification of the state and to build a better future for Florida by focusing on its communities.

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Focused on the intricacies of Florida's political landscape, this show examines pressing issues, cultural reflections, and the impact of legislation affecting the state's residents. Through insightful interviews with diverse guests, ranging from journalists to authors and activists, the discussions highlight Florida's unique challenges, such as voting rights, public transportation, education policies, and environmental concerns. The emphasis on local journalism and community engagement appears to make this a crucial resource for understanding the dynamics of governance in the Sunshine State during a time of significant political change.

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4. Amy Keith
5. Kent Wascom
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8. Jason Garcia

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