The Sunshine Republic

Snorkeling is very popular in Florida due to the state's warm waters and abundance of marine life. Florida has some of the best snorkeling spots in the United States, including coral reefs, shipwrecks, and crystal-clear springs. Snorkeling in Florida is a great way to explore the state's diverse marine ecosystem and see a variety of colorful fish, sea turtles, dolphins, and other sea cre...

Listen in to learn about: The Flora of the southern United States. Chapman’s Rhododendron - found exclusively in the Sandy Pinelands of West Florida. 15 native palm species Mangrove forests in the Everglades. Gigantic air plants The oldest living thing on the earth. Hardwood Hammock soil is rich andhumus and is arable.  Florida’s ferns and more

Welcome again to another episode of the Sunshine Republic. Today we'll continue on our examination of the southernmost state, which is a guidebook written in the late 1920s. About the state of Florida. Let's continue with geology and paleontology. The far reaching Floridian plateau includes not only the state, but an even greater surrounding area that lies less than 50 fathoms beneath. T...

Enjoy a reading of the 1929 The Guide to the Southernmost State, as JJ takes us through the travelers' second visit plus an exploration of natural Florida 

The Four Florida Writers You Can't Ignore: Buffett, Hiassen, White & MacDonald. That's just our pick for the top four, of course any list is subjective so you may want to start with this list from wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Writers_from_Florida

Having dinner outside is great, but do you know the best South Florida restaurants that offer al fresco dining on the water? Listen in for all the details... 

Explore the quieter side of Florida... with a discussion of old Florida, real raw bars, and a refreshing dip in 72 degree spring water!  It's all right here in this episode!

Join the Sunshine Republic for little known insights about outdoor adventures and culinary delights in Homestead and the Everglades. 

Learn about the geography and history of Shark Valley off of the Tamiami Trail in Miami-Dade County, including biking this very unique trail during a full moon.

A quick introduction to a fascinating bike ride on the Lake Okeechobee Levee. Armadillos, wildlife and a visit to an Old Florida fish camp.

Today, we will be revisiting part two of the guide to southern mode to the southernmost state, which is a 1929 publication written by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Basically the federal government back in the 20s funded guidebooks for each of the 50 states and the one about Florida is actually one of the most fascinating so without further ado, let's continue on with part two of the guide...

Welcome again to the Sunshine Republic Podcast where we explore all things Florida, with a focus on activities that benefit both the mind and the body. Today, we will be revisiting part two of the guide to southern mode to the southernmost state, which is a 1929 publication written by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Basically the federal government back in the 20s funded guidebooks for each of th...

Formally entitled “Florida, A Guide to the Southernmost State”, the book we’ll examine here is just one  of American Guide book series. This series is a group of books and pamphlets published from 1937 to 1941 under the auspices of the Federal Writers' Project (FWP), a Depression -era works program in the United States. The American Guide Series books were compiled by the FWP, but printed by...

Explore the French Country Village, an Italian Village and Miami's own Very Tropical Chinatown

Welcome to the Sunshine Republic Podcast where we explore all things Florida with a focus on activities that benefit both your mind and your body. Today we'll be describing an outstanding bike ride from Virginia Key over to the Cape Florida lighthouse on Key Biscayne. This is where we get to Key Biscayne. We'll pass over through Virginia Key but even before we get the Virginia Key, you&a...

Welcome to Sunshine Republic, where we uncover the wonders of Alachua County in North Central Florida. Join your host as we embark on a captivating journey through this county's cultural charm, natural beauty, and endless adventure. From picturesque landscapes to diverse cultural attractions, Alachua County offers an unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, art lovers,...