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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April 28, 2020Florida things we can't wait to do again
Another week of lockdown has us looking forward to the days when things start returning to "normal". This week we run down and talk about some of the things we can't wait to do again once this is all over.

In this Episode:
We list and discuss some Florida things we can't wait to do again.
Listener Purchase of the Week: Six Deck Automatic Card Shuffler

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40min
April 14, 2020The Big Show about Tiger King
We've been binge-watching Netflix just like the rest of the world these days and finally got around to watching Tiger King. This week we give our reaction to this wild ride that puts a big focus on one popular Florida animal attraction; Big Cat Rescue in Tampa. We also watched The Big Show Show, a family-friendly sitcom about a retired wrestler and his family life in Florida.

In this Episode:
We react to our locked down binge watching of Tiger King.
We review The Big Show Show, also on Netflix.
Link: Big Cat Rescue's response to Tiger King.
Listener Purchase of the Week: Toilet Paper!
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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
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55min
March 31, 2020Good Energy is also Contagious
Yeah, everything is still closed and will be for the foreseeable future. So this week we put together a list of good news from around Florida and a few things to look forward to once the world goes back to normal.

In this Episode:
Video: Some Good News with John Krasinksi
Listener Purchase of the Week: Fender Deluxe Blues Harmonica
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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
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36min
March 25, 2020Stuck inside? Let's play Magic Kingdom Trivia!
Everything is shut down, and we're all stuck inside while our favorite Florida places are shut down. It's a bummer. So let's take a virtual visit around Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom to play some trivia while learning a few cool things about the iconic theme park.

In this Episode:
Magic Kingdom Trivia
Listener Purchase of the Week: DJI Osmo Pocket Handheld Gimbal w/ 4K Camera
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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
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55min
March 17, 2020Sorry folks, but Florida is closed!
A lot has happened in the world since last week, and not much of it has been good news. The coronavirus pandemic has all but brought activity in Florida, and around the world, to a halt. This week we talk about the impact COVID-19 has had on Florida tourism since so many of the things we love in this state have been temporarily shut down.

In this Episode:
Coronavirus brings Florida theme parks, attractions, and events to a complete standstill.
Florida attractions that are closed, what's still open, and what to do now
Listener Purchase of the Week: Clue Board Game
Shannon's Recommendation: Alton Brown's Handwashing Tutorial
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast
Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com
How to support the show
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48min
March 10, 2020Florida Face-Off: Gulf coast vs. Atlantic coast beaches
Spring is around the corner, and beach season will soon be here. But which coast has the better beaches? Is the West Coast the best coast? Or is the Atlantic Ocean the place to be? This week we put the Gulf Coast up against the Atlantic Coast in six key categories.

In this Episode:
Only one Florida city ranks as one of the best cities to celebrate St. Patricks Day
https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-cities-for-st-patricks-day-celebrations/19603/
Busch Gardens puts finishing touches on Iron Gwazi
The Magic Kingdom hit with a series of technical issues in the last week
Video: Haunted Mansion lights on and maintenance door open.
Florida Face-off: Gulf coast vs. Atlantic coast beaches
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
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56min
March 03, 2020"Up Up & Away" at Florida's largest hot air balloon fest.
This weekend we had a great time at "Up Up & Away", Florida's largest hot air balloon festival in Lakeland.
Also, one new ride is opening at Disney World while one classic attraction is getting ready to close.

In this Episode:
Mickey & Minnies Runaway Railway opens this week at Hollywood Studios.
Spaceship Earth at Epcot is closing for a multi-year reimagining.
Trip Advisor lists their best beaches in the world, and some Florida beaches made the cut.
We talk about and review our day at "Up Up & Away Florida".
Photos: Up Up & Away Florida balloon festival
Listener Purchase of the Week: 5.11 Tactical EMS Pants
Contact Us! We want to hear your own reviews and Florida trip reports!
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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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54min
February 18, 2020Adventures of Florida Man
This week we mix up the format a bit and talk about some of our favorite Florida Man headlines of the past year. Also a little bit Walt Disney World talk.
In this Episode:
Cinderella's Castle at Magic Kingdom is getting a facelift.
We discuss some of our favorite Florida Man stories of the past year.
Listener Purchase of the Week: Purina Pro Plan 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
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47min
February 11, 2020Florida Theme Park Attractions that may soon disappear
It's still early in the year 2020 and at the start of a new decade. This week we put on our prognosticator caps to predict and discuss which current Florida theme park attractions we think won't survive to see the next decade. Also, some "Monster" news emerges on what's coming to Universal's Epic Universe.
In this Episode:
New details emerge on one more land at Epic Universe
USA Today lists 3 new Florida attractions among their best new attractions of the year
https://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-new-amusement-park-attraction/
We discuss which current Florida theme park attractions we don't think will make it to the next decade.
Listener Purchase of the Week: Evolve 100% Boar Bristle Hair Brush
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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1h 11min
February 05, 2020Ten unique, offbeat, "Only in Florida" events for 2020
Two weeks ago we ran down a number of Florida food festivals happening in Florida, so this week we're going to explore some of the unique, weird, and offbeat events for 2020 that could only happen in Florida.

In this Episode:
Unique, offbeat, "Only in Florida" events for 2020
Fiddler Crab Festival
http://steinhatcheechamber.com/the-events-calendar/fiddler-crab-festival
Gasparilla Pirate Festival
http://gasparillapiratefest.com
Rattlesnake Festival
http://www.rattlesnakefestival.com
Sugar Sand Festival
https://sugarsandfestival.com
Siesta Key Crystal Classic
https://www.siestakeycrystalclassic.com
Biketoberfest
https://www.daytonabeach.com/biketoberfest
Venice Shark Tooth Festival
http://www.sharkstoothfest.com
Hemingway Days
https://fla-keys.com/hemingway-days/
Worm Gruntin' Festival
http://www.wormgruntinfestival.com
Flora-Bama Interstate Mullet Toss
http://www.florabama.com/mullet-toss
Listener Voicemail; Brandon from the Florida Focus College Football Podcast
Listener Purchase of the Week: Custom Leather Keychain
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 6min

FAQs about Sunshine State of Mind:

How many episodes does Sunshine State of Mind have?

The podcast currently has 141 episodes available.