Kristina surprises the nay-sayers and gives all the details on Florida's very own cryptid, the Skunk Ape.

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Karlen tells the history of the Clearwater Sun newspaper, which ran from 1914 to 1989, and which is available nearly in its entirety through the Clearwater Public Library System.

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Kristina tells the story of Weeki Wachee's famous mermaids, and the gang reflect on Dippin Dots, fair wages, and the human animal.

Karlen tells the saga of the three bridges that cross Tampa Bay and connect Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties in friendship.

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In the Bay to Beach Season 2 opener, we're celebrating Black History Month as Kristina tells the story of Ms. Christine Wigfall Morris, the first Black librarian in Clearwater.

Kristina details the Tarpon Springs Epiphany Celebration, held every year on January 6th.

Karlen relates the story of Clearwater's very own Marian Apparition in 1996 (for those who are too young to remember).

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Kristina shares the story of Mary Reeser, the Cinder Woman of St. Pete.

Warning: This episode discusses an occurrence of spontaneous human combustion, and includes descriptions that may be upsetting to some listeners. Content warnings for body horror and death. Listener discretion is advised.  

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Danielle shares some homegrown ghost stories from right here in Pinellas County. It's a spookier place than you think! 

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Kristina shares the story of Pánfilo de Narváez, the first conquistador to visit Pinellas County, and whose expedition was an absolute mess.

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