Sunshine State of Mind

Latest Episodes:

Brunch with Manatees & a Midyear attraction update May 19, 2021

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This week we catch up on what's opening soon and talk about the ever-evolving Covid situation as we start to inch back to normal. Also, Shannon checks out a trendy Tampa restaurant, and Andy has a close encounter with a manatee.

In this Episode:

Brunch at the Oxford Exchange
Manatee encounter from the kayak
2021 midyear update
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Kwikset Emergency Keys

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Visiting the Dali Museum in St. Pete. May 03, 2021

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We're back after an unplanned hiatus! This week we tell you where we've been, and talk about our trip to the Dali Museum in downtown St. Petersburg to see the "Van Gogh Alive" exhibit.

In this Episode:

Our 4-week unplanned hiatus caused by home renovation chaos
A trip to the Dali Museum to see the "Van Gogh Alive" exhibit
https://thedali.org/exhibit/van-gogh-alive/
https://youtu.be/nCWsPY2nHJY
Amazon Purchase of the Week: MOCOLY Women's Cargo Hiking Pants

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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

Deep Sea Fishing on Spring Break Mar 30, 2021

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We talk about our week off for Spring Break where we visited Silver Springs State Park, Tampa Bay Downs, Pass-a-Grille Beach, and went out for a deep-sea fishing trip on a party boat out of Clearwater Beach.

In this Episode:

New DisneyWorld Florida license plate to be released
Drive-in movie theater coming to St. Petersburg
https://stpeterising.com/home/2021/3/8/drive-in-movie-theater-is-coming-soon-to-st-pete
Spring Break discussion
Deep-Sea Party Boat fishing
https://queenfleet.com
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Kamp-Rite Outdoor Camping Tailgating Folding Director's Chair

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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

Best Florida cities to move to in 2021 Mar 09, 2021

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Florida continues to grow, and this winter will probably send even more people to the Sunshine State. This week we take a look at, and react to US News & World Report's list of the best Florida cities to move to in 2021.

In this Episode:

Happiest Florida Cities
https://www.winknews.com/2021/03/08/study-says-cape-coral-is-happiest-city-in-florida/
Best Florida cities to move to in 2021
https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-live-in-florida
Amazon Purchase of the Week: The Southerner's Cookbook

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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

Kayaking at Weeki Wachee Mar 02, 2021

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This week we went to Spring Hill for a kayaking trip on the Weeki Wachee River and review the experience on this river famous for its crystal clear water and frequent manatee sightings. Also, a new theme park is on the way, live music returns to Busch Gardens, and a visit to Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park.

In this Episode:

Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/cockroach-bay-preserve-state-park
Live music returns to Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival
A new Peppa Pig theme park is on the way
Kayaking at Weeki Wachee State Park
- https://weekiwacheekayakrental.com
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Feline Greenies Pill Pockets
How to support the show

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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

Art Walking around Florida Feb 23, 2021

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This week we checked out the Second Saturday Art Walk in downtown St. Petersburg, a fun monthly event where you can grab a local beer, check out some local art, meet the artists, all while in an easy-going setting. There are lots of Art Walks all around Florida for you to check too.

In this Episode:

2021 Hurricane names
Walt Disney World is turning 50 this year.
St. Petersburg Art Walk Discussion
- https://stpeteartsalliance.org/artwalk
List of other Florida Art Walks
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Desert Reptile Substrate
How to support the show

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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

Little Known Florida Gems Feb 09, 2021

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Hey, our hometown Tampa Bay Buccaneers just won the Super Bowl! We'll talk about that for a few minutes before getting back to our normal Florida discussion. This week we talk about some little-known gems we've never talked about or even heard of, before.

In this Episode:

A few Super Bowl thoughts
Little known Florida gems we've never talked about before.
https://thefloridatravelgirl.com/things-to-do-in-florida
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Miracle-Gro Potting Mix
How to support the show

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Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

Outdoor activities around Tampa Bay Jan 26, 2021

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Tampa is hosting the Super Bowl in just a couple of weeks, and the hometown Buccaneers are the first team to ever play in the big game on their home turf. If you're coming to town, a local, or just somebody who might visit one day, we have a big list of outdoor, Covid friendly, things to do around town.

In this Episode:

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in the Super Bowl.
List of outdoor things around the Tampa Bay area to do.
https://tampabaydatenightguide.com/outdoor-activities-in-tampa-bay-before-summer/
Amazon Purchase of the Week: Fluker's Buffet Blend Aquatic Turtle Food
How to support the show

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New Florida Attractions for 2021 Jan 12, 2021

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This week we take a look at the year ahead and all the best new Florida attractions we except (and hope) to open in 2021.
In this Episode:

2021 Florida Attractions Preview
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/epcot/space-220/
Amazon Purchase of the Week: 2021 Pooping Pooches Calendar
How to support the show

Email: Contact@sunshinestatepodcast.com
Twitter: @FloridaPodcast
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Blog: http://www.SunshineStateInsider.com

Kayaking into the New Year Jan 05, 2021

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Happy New Year! This week we got 2021 started by taking our new kayak on it's maiden voyage through the mangrove forests of Weedon Island Preserve. A great little nature preserves along the shores of Tampa Bay in St. Petersburg.
In this Episode: