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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. In this episode, Bill Monty takes you on a nostalgic journey through the beaches of South Florida, recounting unforgettable memories from Hollywood Beach, …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory. In this episode, Bill Monty takes you on a nostalgic journey through the beaches of South Florida, recounting unforgettable memories from Hollywood Beach, South Beach, and Haulover Beach.He reflects on the simple joys of childhood, like having the taste of salt water on your lips for the first time, hanging out with friends, and experiencing the thrill of first dates and water sports.The episode highlights the timeless allure of these beaches—whether it's the clothing option at Haulover, the vibrant scene on South Beach, or the laid-back vibe…
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November 20, 2024 
Send me a messageSelf-care isn't selfish, but a crucial step in maintaining mental and emotional health—much like securing your own oxygen mask first on a plane. Join me, Bill Monty, as we expl…
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Send me a messageSelf-care isn't selfish, but a crucial step in maintaining mental and emotional health—much like securing your own oxygen mask first on a plane. Join me, Bill Monty, as we explore this vital topic in the continuation of our Life Lessons series. I share personal insights and the Wisdom gained from years of navigating life's ups and downs. Together, we'll explore the importance of setting healthier boundaries and habits as we age, ensuring that we can better care for ourselves and, in turn, for those around us. We'll also touch on the emotional aftermath of…
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November 12, 2024 Send me a messageI continue the Life Lessons Series with a reflection on Dying and Immortality and how your attitude towards these can change as you get older.Facing the end of life can be one of the …
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Send me a messageI continue the Life Lessons Series with a reflection on Dying and Immortality and how your attitude towards these can change as you get older.Facing the end of life can be one of the most challenging experiences, yet it is a journey we all must embark upon. Have you ever pondered how to prepare for the inevitability of death or what Legacy you wish to leave behind?Join me, Bill Monty, as we navigate these profound questions, inspired by the quote from beloved actor, Edmund Gwynn. This episode emerges from a year of loss, as I share personal reflections following the passing of…
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November 5, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.On this episode of Tales From South Florida we look at attorney extraordinaire, Ellis Rubin, who for a time in the 70's through the 90's dominated …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.On this episode of Tales From South Florida we look at attorney extraordinaire, Ellis Rubin, who for a time in the 70's through the 90's dominated the South Florida headlines with what one judge called "Psychobabble Defenses".From the Broward couple filming sex acts in their bedroom closet to the the teenager who murdered his neighbor because of TV to being instrumental in getting the NFL television blackouts lifted, Ellis Rubin was front and center of many high-profile legal cases.And South Florida ate them up.Join me on this TALK down Memo…
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October 30, 2024 
Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Join us for all of the fun, history and stories that South Florida has to offer on the podcast Tales From South Florida. For more information or to listen, v…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Join us for all of the fun, history and stories that South Florida has to offer on the podcast Tales From South Florida. For more information or to listen, visit TalesFromSouthFlorida.comSupport the showClick the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!Visit our website at Tales From South FloridaShare your South Florida memories with us at Talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com or leave us a voice mailat 754-800-3170.Be sure to tell us your name and the best way to contact you as well as the story you'd like to tell.
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October 28, 2024 Send me a messagePart of the journey of getting older is the connection we have to places and people from our past. This episode I invite you to join me as I reconnect with my old radio partner, and f…
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Send me a messagePart of the journey of getting older is the connection we have to places and people from our past. This episode I invite you to join me as I reconnect with my old radio partner, and fellow podcaster, Jeff Alan Wolf.Picture this: It's the 90s in South Florida, a time when local talk radio was the heartbeat of community conversation. We were right in the thick of it, riding the waves of unpredictability, enjoying the excitement of our live radio talk show until it ended unceremoniously during a July 4th weekend. Join us as we share personal tales from this vibrant era, reco…
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October 22, 2024 Send me a messageCan the choices we made in the past really shape our health in the future? Join me, Bill Monty, as I navigate the complex journey of aging with a bad hip, weight gain, and challenges …
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Send me a messageCan the choices we made in the past really shape our health in the future? Join me, Bill Monty, as I navigate the complex journey of aging with a bad hip, weight gain, and challenges from my bouts with COVID. Through heartfelt reflections and vivid stories from the past, I highlight the lasting impacts of youthful habits on our aging bodies. From my trials with diets like Atkins and Weight Watchers to the limits imposed by my bad hip, I urge listeners in their 40s and 50s to think critically about how their current lifestyles could influence their later years. Together, let&ap…
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October 15, 2024 Send us a textEver look back and wonder how you got here so quickly? At 67, I've been reflecting on the swift passage of time and the insights that come with it. In this episode of "Bill Monty&ap…
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Send us a textEver look back and wonder how you got here so quickly? At 67, I've been reflecting on the swift passage of time and the insights that come with it. In this episode of "Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older," I share a personal revelation that's resonated deeply with me: understanding our parents as real people.Remember those youthful days when you felt invincible, and you believed that your parents were too? Age brings a shift in perspective, a more cautious mindset, and a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of life.Join me as I explore the lesson of seeing our …
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October 7, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Indoor venues for concerts were hard to find back in the day. Your choices were...well, one. The Hollywood Sportatorium. Until 1976 that is. Then in a little…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Indoor venues for concerts were hard to find back in the day. Your choices were...well, one. The Hollywood Sportatorium. Until 1976 that is. Then in a little town called Sunrise, known mostly for condos, delis and retirees, a magical place was built that would host the biggest names in show biz; from Sinatra to Buffett and more.It was the Sunrise Musical Theater and the stories and memories for those of us who lived here when it was open almost rival that of the Sporto itself.Then, if you wanted a more intimate setting, you only had to drive a few mil…
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October 2, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Join me, Bill Monty, on a nostalgic "Talk Down Memory Lane" as we uncover the hidden gems in this Tale from South Florida! Amid the hustle and bustle of our …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Join me, Bill Monty, on a nostalgic "Talk Down Memory Lane" as we uncover the hidden gems in this Tale from South Florida! Amid the hustle and bustle of our sprawling suburbs, there’s a treasure trove of charming small towns waiting to be explored.In this podcast episode, we dive into the captivating stories of three unique communities: Hacienda Village, Ojus, and Lazy Lake. Discover their rich histories, quirky characters, and perhaps a few surprises along the way!So, grab your headphones and hit that PLAY button. Let’s embark on this adventure t…
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September 22, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Take a TALK Down Memory Lane!Join your host, Bill Monty, as he takes you on a vivid journey to one of Florida’s and the United States' premier destina…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Take a TALK Down Memory Lane!Join your host, Bill Monty, as he takes you on a vivid journey to one of Florida’s and the United States' premier destinations: Key Largo and the iconic John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.Ever wondered who John Pennekamp was and how this world-renowned underwater park and sanctuary came into existence? Bill dives into the fascinating history and shares personal anecdotes about his favorite experiences in this underwater paradise.In just 12 minutes, discover the beauty and history of this incredible location, plus …
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September 4, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Embark on a captivating journey down Memory Lane with Bill Monty as he recounts the harrowing events of what was famously known as the Storm of the Century: …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Embark on a captivating journey down Memory Lane with Bill Monty as he recounts the harrowing events of what was famously known as the Storm of the Century: Hurricane Andrew, a storm that left an indelible mark on Miami and the surrounding areas.In August 1992, Hurricane Andrew unleashed its fury, tearing through the western side of Dade County with unparalleled force. This devastating storm didn't just bring destruction—it transformed lives. Host Bill Monty takes you back to those fateful days leading up to the hurricane’s landfall, paintin…
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August 28, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Take a TALK Down Memory Lane to a different time when America was embroiled in war, protests, nasty politics and it all came down to Miami Beach in a two-mon…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Take a TALK Down Memory Lane to a different time when America was embroiled in war, protests, nasty politics and it all came down to Miami Beach in a two-month span.Richard Nixon, George McGovern, Hippies, weed, protests, and my Mom and Dad, all in this episode of Tales from South Florida.idIGm5IgbGaBAsEIqIVxSupport the Show.Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!Share your South Florida memories with us at Talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com or leave us a voice mail at 754-800-3170.Be sure to tell us your name and the best way to …
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August 21, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Henry Flagler could be called Mr. Florida, as without his vision, his drive and his Money, how and when Florida developed into an agricultural staple and tou…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Henry Flagler could be called Mr. Florida, as without his vision, his drive and his money, how and when Florida developed into an agricultural staple and tourist destination would have been a very different story.His story is Florida's history. Especially South Florida.Take a TALK Down Memory Lane with host Bill Monty as he explores this incredible Tale From South Florida.Support the Show.Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!Share your South Florida memories with us at Talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com or leave us a voice …
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August 14, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.From Key West to Tampa, William Cooley was one of the first and most influential settlers to Florida. When he finally settled in the New River Settlement in …
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.From Key West to Tampa, William Cooley was one of the first and most influential settlers to Florida. When he finally settled in the New River Settlement in what would become Fort Lauderdale he made his fame and fortune in farming, wrecking and politics. But one judicial decision would lead to death and terror for his friends and family.Take a TALK down Memory Lane as I recall The New River Massacre. Another of the Tales From South Florida. Support the Show.Click the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!Share your South Florida memo…
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June 26, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Let's Take a TALK Down Memory Lane. In the second episode of "The Men Who Built South Florida" we delve into the life and legacy of George Edgar Merric…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Let's Take a TALK Down Memory Lane. In the second episode of "The Men Who Built South Florida" we delve into the life and legacy of George Edgar Merrick, a man whose vision shaped the very landscape of Coral Gables, leaving an indelible mark on history. Despite his pivotal role in designing iconic institutions, roads, cities, and hotels, his name remains obscured to many living in the shadows of his accomplishments.Join us as we unravel the complex narrative of Merrick's life, exploring how he transitioned from a visionary dreamer to a cont…
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June 5, 2024 Send us a Text Message.Are you ready to seize the day and transform your dreams into reality? Inspired by the captivating journey of Jean Smart’s character, Deborah Vance, from HBO's "Hacks," t…
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Send us a Text Message.Are you ready to seize the day and transform your dreams into reality? Inspired by the captivating journey of Jean Smart’s character, Deborah Vance, from HBO's "Hacks," this episode is your wake-up call to stop postponing your goals. We delve into the poignant realization that "one day" is today, sharing personal experiences and reflections on embracing new challenges and the importance of acting now. Whether it's expanding a podcast, writing a book, or tackling long-held aspirations, we discuss how acknowledging our limitations can propel us toward a more fu…
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June 2, 2024 Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Step into the riveting saga of Carl, a visionary from Indiana whose passion for bicycles blossomed into an unparalleled legacy. From pioneering the Indianapo…
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Text me your favorite South Florida memory.Step into the riveting saga of Carl, a visionary from Indiana whose passion for bicycles blossomed into an unparalleled legacy. From pioneering the Indianapolis Speedway to constructing the nation's inaugural East-West highway and later the groundbreaking Dixie Highway, Carl's relentless drive reshaped the American landscape.But his most daring venture awaited in Miami Beach, where he sought to craft a utopian getaway. Join host Bill Monty as he unveils the remarkable journey of a man whose boundless imagination knew no bounds.Yet, amidst th…
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May 20, 2024 
