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Welcome to Florida

Chadd Scott
Florida
Environmental Conservation
Bob Graham
Harry Crews
Pollution
Tampa Bay
Bird Conservation
Phosphate Runoff
Hamilton Disston
Florida History
Jai-Alai
Sacred Steel
Abandoned Golf Courses
Sewage Management
Ron Desantis
John James Audubon
Miami
Native American History
A. Philip Randolph
Lauren Groff

Best selling author, award winning reporter and Florida native Craig Pittman is joined by radio personality and Florida transplant Chadd Scott to discuss the state's history, people, politics, environment, animals, current events and weirdness. You'll hear great storytelling and have great fun in each weekly episode.

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Fort Mose roughly 1 mile north of St. Augustine has the distinction of being the first free Black settlement in what is now America. Despite that august history, the site remains little known inside or outside of Florida. 

Kathleen Deagan and Jane L... more

Lake Okeechobee is the most polluted lake in the United States as a result of the governor's inaction on cleaning up the state's water.

Jonathan Dickinson only spent about a year in Florida, stranded here after a shipwreck on his way to Philadelphia... more

A scam of epic proportions has been perpetrated by the governor upon the people of Florida. Land conservation used an excuse to pay off political bribes.

Robert Rauschenberg is arguably the most influential American artist of the 20th century. He mo... more

In little Arcadia in southwest Florida in the 1980s, two tragedies became national news: the exoneration of a Black father wrongfully convicted in 1968 for the death of his seven children, and three little white boys being ostracized from the communi... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Daniels
Author of Jonathan Dickinson's Journal or God's Protecting Providence
Episode: Episode 276: Jonathan Dickinson
Jade Dellinger
Director of the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at Florida Southwestern State College in Fort Myers
Bob Rauschenberg Gallery
Episode: Episode 275: Robert Rauschenberg in Captiva Island
Jason Vuic
Author of "A Town Without Pity, AIDS, Race, and Resistance in Florida's Deep South"
Episode: Episode 274: Arcadia
Robert Fieseler
Author of 'American Scare, Florida's Hidden Cold War on Black and Queer Lives'.
Episode: Episode 272: Harry and Harriette Moore, America's first Civil Rights martyrs
Mark Proctor
Chair of the Timberley Trust, overseeing the Moseley Homestead
Timberley Trust
Episode: Episode 271: The Moseley Homestead
Beth Forys
Professor of environmental science and biology at Eckerd College, involved with the Florida Shorebird Alliance
Eckerd College
Episode: Episode 270: Shorebirds
Lars Anderson
Professional guide and author of "Paynes Prairie, The Great Savanna, A History and Guide"
Episode: Episode 269: Paynes Prairie
Blair Witherington
Co-author of 'Florida's Living Beaches' and beachcomber expert
Author
Episode: Episode 268: Florida's Living Beaches
Chad Crawford
Host of the shows 'How to Do Florida' and 'Protect Our Paradise'
Episode: Episode 267: How to do (and how to save) Florida

Hosts

Craig Pittman
Best-selling author and award-winning environmental reporter, known for his insightful storytelling about Florida's environment and culture.
Chadd Scott
Radio personality known for his engaging storytelling and insights into Florida's culture, history, and environmental issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 135 ratings
  • Absolute Must - State Line Billboard needed.

    I have listened to every episode. This podcast is an absolute joy and a weekly reminder of the incredible, fascinating, fun, quirky, state I live in. No holds barred, honest, sincere and genuine. I love the diversity of topics. Environmental, historical, cultural, always starting off with a recap of Craig’s weekly column, a must read.

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    podcast seeker
    United States2 months ago
  • I just Wanted to Learn About Florida.

    Usual format of the show: An ecological fascist and his cohort welcome you to the show then proceed to berate you over stuff you ideologically agree on. Do the hosts think people listening to this show are the enemy? Go berate the Governor and his friends elsewhere, we’re on YOUR side. Typically, after the dressing down, there’s an interview for 30-40 minutes with either a rich volunteer who spends their days staring at nature or somebody from the government who’s job is to impede and restrict a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    1009926144189363uu
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

    this is an extremely interesting detailed podcast about Florida history it’s a niche that needed to be filled

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    georgiarost
    United Statesa year ago
  • Audio

    I love this podcast but the audio is so bad that I had to Unfollow I can’t even listen to it anymore it’s such bad quality

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    georgiarost
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Florida stories and guests

    I really enjoy learning about Florida…the quirky humans, the nature, the history. I’ve also gotten some good book recommendations from this podcast. Like so many Floridians, the hosts love our state and advocate for the health of our environment…so if that’s you, you’ll appreciate their coverage of environmental issues we face here. They have interesting guests and a wide variety of Florida topics. I’ve especially enjoyed the writers, artists and indigenous perspectives. Thank you Craig, Chadd a... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Hildy Rosenthorn
    United Statesa year ago

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Some find the audio quality inconsistent, which detracts from their listening experience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and depth of information about Florida's environment and history.
Many enjoy the diverse range of guests who bring expertise and unique perspectives to the discussion.
Critics express concern over the perceived focus on political issues rather than purely historical topics.

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Episode 276: Jonathan Dickinson
Q: What ultimately happened after he was shipwrecked?
After being shipwrecked, Dickinson and his companions encountered indigenous peoples, experienced hardship, and were eventually rescued by the Spanish who escorted them to St. Augustine.
Episode 276: Jonathan Dickinson
Q: Who was Jonathan Dickinson?
Jonathan Dickinson was a Quaker, an enslaver, and an Atlantic world figure who experienced a shipwreck in Florida in 1696.
Episode 275: Robert Rauschenberg in Captiva Island
Q: What would you consider his main legacy from working on Captiva?
Rauschenberg is acknowledged for being the most impactful artist of the second half of the 20th century, influencing movements like minimalism and pop art while breaking free from artistic confines.
Episode 275: Robert Rauschenberg in Captiva Island
Q: What properties did he end up buying on Captiva?
He became the largest land owner on Captiva Island, starting with a tiny beach house and later building a studio.
Episode 275: Robert Rauschenberg in Captiva Island
Q: Tell us a little bit about him and how he wound up in Florida?
Rauschenberg came down to Florida needing isolation to complete his work on illustrating Dante's Inferno and eventually bought property on Captiva Island in 1968, considering it his paradise.

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Insights about the unique and diverse aspects of Florida abound throughout a variety of topics explored in each episode, including history, environmental issues, and peculiar local phenomena. The discussions often weave together personal anecdotes, expert interviews, and critical examinations of Florida's natural beauty and sociopolitical landscape. Listeners can expect to uncover a wealth of knowledge ranging from environmental conservation efforts to the state's rich history and vibrant culture, making it an engaging listen for anyone interested in understanding Florida beyond its surface-level quirks. The hosts' humor and storytelling enhance the experience, making the subject matter both informative and entertaining.

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1. Jason Daniels
2. Jade Dellinger
3. Jason Vuic
4. Robert Fieseler
5. Mark Proctor
6. Beth Forys
7. Lars Anderson
8. Blair Witherington

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