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Tales From South Florida: History of the People and Places That Shaped South Florida

Tales From South Florida: History of the People and Places That Shaped South Florida

By: Bill Monty
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Summary

Tales From South Florida is a storytelling podcast exploring South Florida history, old Florida landmarks, forgotten towns, and the people who shaped Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond.

Take a Talk Down Memory Lane as we uncover the stories that time almost forgot…

The Hollywood Sportatorium, Pirates World, Rascal House, Pioneer City, and Sunrise Musical Theater. The Coral Castle. If these names spark fun-filled memories, well, you are in the right place.


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Don't miss out on the adventure – be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to immerse yourself in the stories that make our corner of the Sunshine State truly unique.


Join the FUN at our website, https://www.talesfromsouthflorida.com

Comments or questions write to us at talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com.

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Episodes
  • A River Without a Riverbed: Another Florida Fun-Sun Fact

    A River Without a Riverbed: Another Florida Fun-Sun Fact
    11 Nov 2026

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    In this episode's Florida Fun-Sun Fact, we're talking about one of the most remarkable places in the entire world; The Everglades.

    If you have ever stopped and looked out at this remarkable natural miracle, you may have just thought, 'Wow. That's a whole lot of grass!"

    But the fact is, the Everglades is actually a slow-moving river.

    Join me a TALK Down Memory Lane as I explore what makes this natural wonder so unique and why you do not want to play in its grass.

    For more fun facts and episodes, visit https://TalesFromSouthFlorida.com.

    Send Me a Message

    Support the show

    Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!
    Share your Memories here: Send a voice message to TalesFromSouthFlorida
    Visit our website at Tales From South Florida

    Want to be a guest on Tales From South Florida? Send Bill Monty a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17520056164340322cfae84a5 - Search

    Share your South Florida memories with us at Talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com or leave us a voice mail
    at 754-800-3170. Be sure to tell us your name and the best way to contact you as well as the story you'd like to tell.
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    6 min
  • How a Railroad Became the Overseas Highway: Florida Fun-Sun Fact

    How a Railroad Became the Overseas Highway: Florida Fun-Sun Fact
    9 Nov 2026

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    In this Florida Fub-Sun Fact, we're heading south. Way south.

    On this TALK Down Memory Lane, let's jump in my car and take a drive to the Florida Keys on the Overseas Highway. This is a story that involves a railroad, a millionaire, a devastating hurricane, and one of the most beautiful road trips in America.

    If you want the full story of Henry Flagler's amazing railroad accomplishment visit TalesFromSouthFlorida.com and listen to the episode, Henry Flagler and The Train That Built Florida.

    Send Me a Message

    Support the show

    Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!
    Share your Memories here: Send a voice message to TalesFromSouthFlorida
    Visit our website at Tales From South Florida

    Want to be a guest on Tales From South Florida? Send Bill Monty a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17520056164340322cfae84a5 - Search

    Share your South Florida memories with us at Talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com or leave us a voice mail
    at 754-800-3170. Be sure to tell us your name and the best way to contact you as well as the story you'd like to tell.
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    6 min
  • The Surprising Story Behind the Sunshine State's Name: Florida Fun-Sun Fact

    The Surprising Story Behind the Sunshine State's Name: Florida Fun-Sun Fact
    6 Nov 2026

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    On today's Florida Fun-Sun Fact we're talking about something we see every day, whether it's on our driver's licenses, our license plates, or the signs welcoming visitors to our state.

    The name Florida.

    We all know it. We use it all the time. But do you know where it came from?

    Join me on a TALK Down Memory Lane back to the early 16th century and discover why Easter and flowers gave Florida its name.

    Send Me a Message

    Support the show

    Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!
    Share your Memories here: Send a voice message to TalesFromSouthFlorida
    Visit our website at Tales From South Florida

    Want to be a guest on Tales From South Florida? Send Bill Monty a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17520056164340322cfae84a5 - Search

    Share your South Florida memories with us at Talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com or leave us a voice mail
    at 754-800-3170. Be sure to tell us your name and the best way to contact you as well as the story you'd like to tell.
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    5 min
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