In this episode, Michael Starr Hopkins interviews Nikki Fried, the Florida Democratic Party Chair and former Florida Agriculture Secretary. They discuss Fried's transition from private citizen to public figure, her experience working with Governor Ron DeSantis, and the challenges faced by Florida Democrats. Fried also shares her advocacy for the Groveland Four and her stance on issues like marijuana legalization and gun ownership. She emphasizes the importance of grassroots organizing and unity within the Democratic Party. Fried concludes by discussing the upcoming abortion ballot initiative in Florida and urging voters to not count out the state in future elections.