Wait Five Minutes

The Skunk Ape waits in the Everglades. The forest feels full and you wonder, while visiting, what else hides out there. There's no way of knowing.   Music The Swamp by Loyalty Freak Music Things You Never Known by Lobo Loco Visions of 2018 by Lobo Loco Road to Lafeyette by Lobo Loco   Sources https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/trail-floridas-bigfoot-skunk-ape-180949981/ http://myfwc.com...

This week, I cover the amendments on Florida's ballot in the upcoming general election. Nervous about what they mean? Don't worry, I break down all 12, just for you! Have a question? You can contact me at waitfiveminutespodcast@gmail.com The songs used in this episode are Good Thoughts by Lobo Loco & Springtime by Lobo Loco.   Sources https://www.tampabay.com/florida-politics/buzz/2018/09/07/flori...

This week on Wait Five Minutes: The Floridian Podcast, I discuss the cost of living in Florida and how much people get paid. I also do the news and start a new segment about Florida's fauna. I get a little preachy near the end. Enjoy! Our theme song is Good Thoughts by Lobo Loco. Additional music this weeking include Indian Summer by Lobo Loco and Springtime by Lobo Loco.  Included as well is Pres...

This week, I traveled headlong into the Ocala National Forest in desperate search of one thing: a Florida black bear. I learned about the forest, the people on its outskirts, the bears hiding in the woods, and the history that built this place. Our theme song is Good Thoughts by Lobo Loco. Additional music this week is Basic Banjo Man by Lobo Loco.   Sources https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/ocala/abou...

This week on Wait Five Minutes: The Floridian Podcast, we discuss the gubentorial race that has caught the public eye, and the ways that our government fails to care for the aging population that we invited in so many decades ago. Our theme song is Good Thoughts by Lobo Loco.   Sources http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/breaking-news/os-jacksonville-mass-shooting-20180826-story.html https://fas.o...

This week, we discuss public education and the things that stand in the way of its success. How is it funded? Why are we running so low on teachers? What can be done? All that and more. Our theme song is Good Thoughts by Lobo Loco.   Sources  https://www.politifact.com/florida/article/2018/aug/22/fact-checking-sen-bill-nelsons-claims-about-russia/   https://www.tcpalm.com/story/news/local/indian-r...

This week on Wait Five Minutes: The Floridian Podcast, we break down the seven main candidates running for governor and where exactly they stand. Who should you vote for? Well, that’s up to you, but this cheat sheet on the basics covers the major issues facing Florida voters this year. Our theme song is Good Thoughts by Lobo Loco.   Sources https://www.tampabay.com/florida-politics/buzz/2018/08/16...

This week, we discuss the harmful algal blooms that are sweeping the coasts of Florida, as well as the people playing politics as the death toll increases.  Our theme song is Good Thoughts by Lobo Loco.   Sources https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/immigration/now-trump-administration-wants-limit-citizenship-legal-immigrants-n897931 https://www.winknews.com/2018/07/23/some-critics-place-algae-blame-o...

This week on Wait Five Minutes: The Floridian Podcast, we delve into the recently passed Trust Act and its impact on Orlando, and the country at large. Then, we explore the history of immigrants in Florida and the strong opinions held by different Florida politicians. Our theme song is Good Life by Loco Lobo. Sources: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/orange/os-orlando-trust-vote-20180723-story....

In our first episode of Wait Five Minutes: The Floridian Podcast, we discuss the impacts that high-speed rail expansion have on the state. We discuss these impacts with Brent Hanlon, the Chairman of Steering Committe for Citizens Against Rail Expansion.  Don't forget to register to vote for the Florida Primaries by July 30th. You can register at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov Our theme song is Good Lif...