In this episode of The Florida Specifier Podcast, co-hosts Brett Cyphers and Ryan Matthews are joined by Representative Toby Overdorf, an environmental consultant, engineer, and longtime legislator, as he enters his final year in the Florida House.
Recorded on-site at the 39th Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School, the conversation explores how Representative Overdorf’s background continues to shape his legislative priorities. From new stormwater regulations and the rising cost of environmental restoration, to his thoughts on water supply, infrastructure needs, and invasive species management, Representative Overdorf offers a candid look at what it takes to balance Florida’s rapid growth with environmental protection.
The episode also dives into his future plans, including a run for Senate District 31, and his perspective on potential shifts in environmental policy under a Byron Donalds administration. With sharp insights, real-world experience, and a focus on both fiscal and ecological responsibility, Representative Overdorf lays out what’s next for Florida’s environmental landscape—and his role in it.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone tracking the intersection of policy, permitting, and preservation in the Sunshine State.
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A huge thank you goes out to Bagels and Biscuits for giving permission to use their music for the podcast.
This episode is a production of The Florida Specifier. Audio production and editing is by Karl Sorne and Dave Barfield at Lonely Fox Studios.
A special shout out goes to our very own Jamie Sheehan, Tracy Kistler and Meg Holley for keeping us organized and moving forward.
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