The Tale of Pioneer City, the Kapok Tree Inn and Long Key Nature Center

Step into the wild and untamed west of Broward County, where history echoes through the dusty streets of Pioneer City. 
Once a bustling replica of Dodge City, Kansas, with its own train, shoot-outs, and dancing girls, it vanished as quickly as it came. But the legacy it left behind is etched in the annals of South Florida history.

Join your host, Bill Monty, for another captivating TALK down memory lane on “Tales From South Florida.” From the roar of revolvers to the whispers of bygone eras, to the unique themed restaurant that sprang from the loins of Pioneer City to the tranquil nature center that exists now, immerse yourself in the stories that shaped the soul of this captivating region.

Plus, listen to hear how you can enter to win tickets to see Cirque du Soleil ECHO, February 22 – April 21 at Gulfstream Park. 

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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 contact you as well as the story you'd like to tell.

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William Montgomery Podcaster, Entertainment professional, Senior expert. Florida native

Bill Monty, an entertainment veteran with over 30 years of experience in stage, commercial/film voice overs, radio broadcasting, and host of the podcasts Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older and Tales from South Florida, brings his diverse background to a fun and informative look at the aging experience as well as the place he has called home for 60 years.