Sunshine State of Mind

By Florida Podcast

From the state parks to the theme parks we cover everything that's fun under the Florida sun! Whether you're a visitor or a permanent tourist like us, we want to help you get the most out of your tim... more

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The podcast currently has 141 episodes available.

Sunshine State of Mind episodes:

December 30, 2020The Seven Theme Park Wonders of Florida
By listener request, today we complete our Trilogy of Florida Wonders. This week we list, discuss, and debate our Seven Theme Park Wonders of Florida.

In this Episode:
The Seven Theme Park Wonders of Florida
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Giant Inflatable Unicorn Pool Float
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
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54min
December 16, 2020The Seven Manmade Wonders of Florida
Last week we discussed Floridas Natural Wonders, and now it's time for the sequel. This week we list, discuss, and debate our Seven Manmade Wonders of Florida.

In this Episode:
The Seven Manmade Wonders of Florida
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Midwest Bolster Pet Bed
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
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50min
December 01, 2020Jet Skis & Xmas Trees
We are back after a bit of a break to tell you about some of the fun stuff we've been up to, and review some of the places we've gone over the last few weekends. Jet Skiing at John's Pass, a Florida Christmas Tree Farm, and a visit to the NEW St. Pete Pier.

In this Episode:
Snowcat Ridge opens in Dade City
https://snowcatridge.com
We visit and review the new St. Pete Pier
https://stpetepier.org
Withlacoochee River Park
https://www.pascocountyfl.net/303/Withlacoochee-River-Park
Visting a Florida Christmas Tree farm
http://www.ergletrees.com
Jet skiing at John's Pass
https://www.johnspass.com
Photos: http://sunshinestatepodcast.com/cassadaga-florida-photo-gallery
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
50min
September 08, 2020A trip to Cassadaga, the "Psychic Capital of the World"
This week Shannon took a trip to Cassadaga, the "Psychic Capital of the World", where she visited the Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp, took a walk on the Fairy Trail, and even had a session with a psychic medium! We had a really interesting discussion about this unique experience in this unique town.
Also, Sea World offers a great deal for teachers, and Scream-a-geddon returns for Halloween 2020

In this Episode:
SeaWorld offering free season pass for Florida teachers.
Scream-a-geddon, Florida's largest horror attraction, will return with a new haunted house.
Shannon visits Cassadaga and has a reading with a psychic medium.
Photos: http://sunshinestatepodcast.com/cassadaga-florida-photo-gallery
Amazon Listener Purchase of the Week: Dance Class Kids Molly Jane Tap Shoes
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
1h 9min
September 01, 2020Can beer solve Red Tide? (and other pressing questions)
An invasion of rotten mollusks! Classic mini golf courses! And a promising study that just shows beer is even better that we already knew. This week we get caught up with a few different stories and happenings from around Florida.

In this Episode:
The Florida Historic Mini Golf Trail
http://floridahistoricgolftrail.com
Mote Marine Lab teams up with Darwin Brewing to find a cure for red tide.
https://www.tampabay.com/news/environment/2020/08/31/could-beer-help-florida-raise-a-glass-to-the-end-of-red-tide/
Sea Squirt Invasion
https://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2020/08/28/thousands-of-rotting-sea-squirts-stinking-up-pass-a-grille-beach-
Polynesian Resort Renovation
Theme park season pass deals
Hollywood Studios trip report/Mickey & Minnies Runaway Railway ride review
Support the Show with Amazon
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
54min
August 18, 2020What's Disney World like since the reopening?
After months of unprecedented closures Walt Disney World has reopened, but with a lot of changes. We spent a day at Animal Kingdom and this week we talk all about what we thought of the new rules and the current Disney experience. Also: A kayaking trip to a Florida State Park and a getaway to the Blue Ridge Mountains.

In this Episode:
Cheap Kayaking at Colt Creek State Park
https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/colt-creek-state-park
A quick trip to North Georgia
We discuss our recent trip back to Walt Disney World and all of the changes that have been made to deal with COVID-19.
Listener Purchase of the Week: Hill's Science Diet Dry Cat Food
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
46min
July 08, 2020Unpopular Florida Opinions
Is there something in Florida that you love, that others dont? Maybe something you think is overrated, and don't get the hype? This week we share some of our own Unpopular Florida Opinions.

In this Episode:
Our Fourth of July weekend at Siesta Key Palms Resort
https://www.siestakeypalmshotel.com
We discuss some of ours and some listeners unpopular Florida opinions.
Listener Purchase of the Week: Altec Lansing Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
1h 8min
June 30, 20202020 Florida Attractions Update
The current situation has put the breaks on some highly anticipated new Florida attractions. This week we take a look at where we are now, and when we might expect to see all these new projects finally open.

In this Episode:
2020 Florida attractions status & discussion; Busch Gardens, Sea World, Walt Disney World, and Universal Studios
Island's of Adventure "Velocicoaster" virtual ride
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ba8m8HRSTU
Listener Purchase of the Week: HURR-PRO Universal Hurricane Window Clips
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
45min
June 17, 2020A Visit to the Reptile Convention
This weekend we visited Repticon, the Reptile Convention at the Florida State Fairgrounds and even brought home a new family member! Then we headed over to Tarpon Springs to check out a local brewery.

In this Episode:
We visit Repticon and bring home a new family member.
https://repticon.com/
Five Branches Brewery in Tarpon Springs
Listener Purchase of the Week: Batman Cuff Links!
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
33min
June 09, 2020Getaway to Anna Maria Island
We are back from a little bit of a hiatus, and just spent a weeklong getaway in what may be one of our new favorite places in Florida; Anna Maria Island. This week we share what we did and what we ate on this underrated little gem of a place on Florida's Gulf Coast.

In this Episode:
Our week on Anna Maria Island
Links to the places we ate
Hurricane Hanks
Joey D’s Chicago Style Eatery
Poppo’s Taqueria
Ginnies & Jane E’s
The Donut Experiment
Two Scoops
Dips
Island Scoops
Listener Purchase of the Week: PELONIS Oscillating Stand Up Tower Fan

Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

How to support the show
Become a Sunshine State of Mind Patron
http://www.SunshineStateShirts.com
Shop at Amazon
...more
38min

FAQs about Sunshine State of Mind:

How many episodes does Sunshine State of Mind have?

The podcast currently has 141 episodes available.