Florida Senator Carlos Guillermo Smith breaks down the Legislature’s dysfunctional relationship with Gov. Ron DeSantis, as their political divorce takes an ugly turn through three Special Sessions in a fortnight and rhetoric hotter than a motel Jacuzzi.
The People’s Champ in the Florida Senate discusses his current work on expanding mass transit and the arts in the world’s largest tourist destination, plus the ultimate goal of politics: neighborly love.
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*About Tropical Depression*
Tropical Depression dives into the chaos and charm of Florida, where the politics are messier, the culture louder, and the stories stranger—because Florida is America, only more so.
From Tallahassee’s backrooms to the beaches and bayous, Tropical Depression and its host Ryan Ray, takes listeners on a journey to understand the forces that make Florida both fascinating and confounding. With a growing library of episodes and a reputation for sharp commentary and storytelling, we reveal why Florida is a microcosm of America’s weird, wild future.
Whether you’re a Floridian, a frequent visitor, or just someone wondering, “What the hell is going on down there?” we promise to keep you informed, amused, and occasionally outraged. Available on all major platforms, Tropical Depression brings a uniquely Floridian voice to the national conversation. Produced by Abdelilah Skhir.
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