Episode 189: Insiders Guide To Ormond Beach Florida Spectacular podcast

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Send us your Florida questions! Cathy and Rick give a whirlwind tour of botanical gardens they have loved, talk about Rick's proposal to his wife and where he hid her ring, how to pronounce anole, and where to find flamingos. Links We Mentioned Florida Botanical Gardens Harry P. Leu Gardens Orlando Exploration Gardens Brown anoles and more about them Selby Botanical Gardens (and the George Harrison exhibit ) Boiled books Botanical gardens at Cypress Gardens Bok Tower Gardens Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Sarasota Jungle Gardens McKee Botanical Gardens Sunken Gardens Wonder Gardens Growing bamboo in Florida Yellow trumpet tree Image by Rick Kilby Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 193: Gulf of...?, John D. MacDonald, and Jack Davis' Gulf Coast Playlist 56:11

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Send us your Florida questions! Jack Davis, the Pulitzer-winning author of The Gulf: Making of an American Sea , joins the podcast to talk about what he thinks of the Gulf of Mexico's nomenclature glow-up. The talk migrates to sea level rise, John D. MacDonald's books, and his "Gulf of Mexico" playlist. Links We Mentioned General Jesup and Lake Jesup Pork Chop Gang John D. MacDonald and his book Condominium Cathy's article about paddling with Jack Brian Woodall's Instagram Tillie Fowler Park Kerry McNulty's Florida Totem Betts Boys Adventure Brigadier General Thomas Sidney Jesup Jack Davis' Gulf of Mexico Playlist All song titles are simply "Gulf of Mexico" Alabama Clint Black Shawn Mullins Tracey Lawrence Steve Earle Larry Foley Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 192: Spectacular Madcaps: Protect Florida Springs, Manatee Cavorting, and Other NSFW Environmental Fun Facts 57:03

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Send us your Florida questions! At the Florida Springs Council, the Florida Madcaps podcast host Ryan Worthington and Florida Spectacular host Cathy Salustri taped a crossover podcast in front of a live audience. Their guests are Max Chesnes, the Tampa Bay Times environmental reporter; TJ Fridrich, a biologist with Save the Manatee Club; and Federico Acevedo, of the Florida Wildlife Federation. The podcast subjects — a definite variation from either's usual format — ranged from the 2024 "golf courses in the parks" debacle to manatees cavorting (we'd call it reproductive behavior, but according to TJ, the way these sea cows cavort, reproduction isn't possible when they do), and then — logically — to other not-safe-for-work environmental fun facts. Just what are they? Take a listen and learn. Links We Mentioned Sign up for Florida Wildlife Federation updates Florida Springs Council Florida Springs Passport Florida Madcaps Podcast Save the Manatee Club Image via Florida Springs Council Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 191: Floridiana, Taxidermied Gators, and Florida Collectibles 35:52

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Send us your Florida questions! Ken Breslauer joins the podcast to talk about collectible Florida ephemera, his annual Floridiana show, and his favorite roadside attractions. Links We Mentioned Floridiana Fest (Sarasota, April 11-12) Florida Attractions History Atomic Tunnel Sarasota Jungle Gardens Bongo Land Pinecrest Gardens Sunken Gardens Silver Springs Ken's Feb. 19, 2025 talk in Winter Park about Florida souvenirs Image by Ken Breslauer Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 190: Rosewood, Shana Smith, and 'Islands of Cedars' 57:11

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Send us your Florida questions! Shana Smith joins the podcast to talk about her book, Islands of Cedars . Shana based the book on actual events, but is a well-researched book of fiction. It's a beautifully written piece of history and Shana talks about what motivated her to write the book, what happened, and what's next. Links We Mentioned Islands of Cedars FloridaRAMA The Rosewood Massacre Voice and Pen nonprofit Zora Seasonal Events Image via Shana Smith Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 189: Insiders Guide to Ormond Beach 48:02

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Send us your Florida questions! Looking for things to do that most people miss in Ormond Beach? Historian Randy Jaye has a lot for you to explore. Links We Mentioned Tomoka Mound Complex Legend of Tomokie (and that ridiculous statue Rick loves ) Old Kings Road Three Chimneys Dummett Plantation The Loop Scenic Drive McRae Plantation and Addison Blockhouse The Ormond Hotel Fortunato Park Birthplace of Speed Anderson-Price Memorial Building The Casements The Casemente Annex The Dix House The Lippincott Mansion (aka Melrose Hall) Ormond Fire House Ormond Yacht Club The Porches Talahloka Joy Postle murals at Rowallan Florida Bucket List Scratch-Off Adventure Image by Rick Kilby Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 188: Orlando Murder Mystery, a Florida mystery writer, and Why Is It Snowing? 46:54

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Send us your Florida questions! Joy Wallace Dickinson, author of the old Florida murder mystery, Secrets of the Flamingo Café , joins the podcast to talk about her book, the history in which she grounded it, and her writing process. There's a rare snowfall in North Florida as we taped this podcast and of course Cathy has some big feelings about that. Links We Mentioned About Joy Wallace Dickinson Secrets of the Flamingo Café: An Old Florida Mystery John D. MacDonald Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 187: Florida's Lost Springs 53:44

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Send us your Florida questions! Ever heard of a zero-magnitude spring? It's a spring that has "historic flow" — meaning it doesn't have any water anymore (usually — some get water during times of heavy rain). Rick and Cathy talk about some of Florida's lost springs. Links We Mentioned Mosaic Peace Park Wakulla Springs State Park Daytona's Atomic Tunnel White Sulphur Springs Hampton Springs Newport Springs Suwannee Springs Worthington Springs Benjamin Dimmitt: An Unflinching Look Around Enterprise, Florida Jan. 18? Come see Rick ! Image of White Sulphur Springs via Suwannee River Water Management District Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 186: City and County Florida Parks You Need To Visit 43:19

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Send us your Florida questions! Cathy and Rick talk about their favorite parks that aren't state parks. City and County Florida Parks You Need To Visit Fort De Soto (St. Petersburg) Greenwood Cemetery (map showing GAR ) (Orland) Mead Botanical Gardens (Winter Park) Boyd Hill (St. Petersburg) Moss Park (Orlando) Shingle Creek (Kissimmee) Princess Place Preserve (Flagler County) Brooker Creek Preserve (North Pinellas County) Weedon Island (St. Petersburg) Clam Bayou (Gulfport) Juan Ponce de Leon Landing (Melbourne Beach) Sand Key Park (Clearwater) Venetian Gardens Park (Leesburg) Links We Mentioned that Aren't Parks Lake Placid The Florida Excursionist Pictured: Fort De Soto Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 185: Florida Bucket List, a Kayak Tour, and Florida Plans for the New Year 50:18

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Send us your Florida questions! Rick and Cathy talk about Florida adventures for the new year and talk about kayaking. They also look ahead to 2025 and some possible new benefits for podcast subscribers. Links We Mentioned Earth Kinship bioluminescence kayak tours Florida State Parks camping reservations Harvest Hosts Florida Bucket List scratch-off adventures Keaton Beach Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 184: Marineland, Gators, and Top Three Places to Kayak near St. Johns 1:11:24

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Send us your Florida questions! AyoLane Halusky talks about possible changes at Marineland, why you shouldn't be afraid of alligators , and favorite paddles in St. Johns area. Marineland Unusual gator behavior in Big Cypress My Life as a Turkey Earth Kinship Kayak Tours & Nature Education Geotripper Local Lorax Top Kayaking Spots in the St. Johns Area Deep Creek Welaka ( Dunn's Creek to Murphy Island or Mud Springs ) Guana Lake at the dam ( bioluminescence tour ) Mantanzas Inlet Durbin Creek Hontoon Island Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 183: Florida Is Not For Sissies, Beautiful Danger, and Loving Florida 55:26

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Send us your Florida questions! Kimball Love makes an appearance on the podcast to talk about her new book, Florida Is Not For Sissies . Links We Mentioned Florida is Not for Sissies Florida Is Not for Sissies merchandise Florida Is Not For Sissies on Facebook Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 182: Springs, Florida Studies, and Water Politics 45:28

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Send us your Florida questions! Chris Meindl, associate professor or geography and the director of the Florida Studies Program at USF-St. Pete, joins the podcast to talk about his new book, Florida Springs: From Geography to Politics and Restoration . Cathy, Rick, and Chris talk about the springs, the Florida Studies Program, and the politics of water. Go see him at the Sulfur Springs Museum in Tampa: Jan. 12, 2 p.m. Links We Mentioned Florida Geological Survey: Florida Springs Water's Journey: The River Returns Fenholloway River Florida Swallets Florida Studies Program Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 181: Florida Gratitude, How To Kill Someone, and Florida Adventures 55:57

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Send us your Florida questions! What started as an episode on gratitude for Florida things meandered as much as the Kissimmee River in the 1920s. Rick and Cathy talk about what they're grateful for in Florida, and — naturally — that turns to talk of finding dead bodies and how to kill someone. It's the most nontraditional Thanksgiving episode ever. Take a listen. Links We Mentioned White Gate Court Drawdown on the Oklawaha River Birding in Florida Crescent Moon Mysteries by Tara Lush Bury me under a tree and let me be part tree (Untested, but Cathy's buying it): Florida Adventure Bucket List ) Support the show Subscribe to The Florida Spectacular newsletter , and keep up with Cathy's travels at greatfloridaroadtrip.com . Find her on social media: Facebook.com/SalustriCathy ; Twitter/IG: @CathySalustri Question or comment? Email: cathy@floridaspectacular.com . "The Florida Spectacular" is co-hosted by Rick Kilby. Get Rick's books at rickkilby.com/ and http://studiohourglass.blogspot.com/ . Connect: Facebook.com/floridasfountainofyouth , Twitter (@ oldfla ), and IG (@ ricklebee ).…

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Episode 180: Cryptids, Crazy, Florida!, and Skunk Ape Genitalia 41:40

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