Tales From South Florida Podcast
1) Arthur McDuffie and the 1980 Miami Riots
In this powerful episode of Tales From South Florida, we Take a TALK Down Memory Lane to one of the most painful and defining moments in Miami history—the killing of Miami resident Arthur McDuffie, th...Show More
2) The Day It Snowed in Miami
It was a day unlike any other in modern memory for South Floridians. January 19, 1977. The Day It Snowed. In South Florida. For approximately 1 1/2 hours, little snow flurries dotted the landscape nor...Show More
3) Adventures in Miami-Parrot Jungle, Jungle Island, Monkey Jungle
It's a jungle out there, South Florida. Miami has been home to some of the best, most unique theme attractions anywhere, so let's Take a TALK Down Memory Lane to recall what was and what still is in a...Show More
4) Hollywood, Florida: Joseph Young's Dream
In this episode of Tales From South Florida,Take a TALK Down Memory Lane as host Bill Monty explores the founding and evolution of Hollywood, Florida — from scrubland and marshes to a planned, grand “...Show More
5) Miami’s Freedom Tower: The Ellis Island of the South
In this episode of Tales from South Florida, we dive deep into the 100ʳᵗʰ anniversary of the iconic Freedom Tower in downtown Miami. We trace its journey from a 1925 newspaper skyscraper to the famed ...Show More
6) The Skunk Ape: Florida's Bigfoot
Halloween is coming soon and there are almost as many scary stories about Florida to be told than there are waves at a beach. And it seems that some of them may be true. Yes, I know, legends abound ev...Show More
7) From Hollywood to Hollywood: Interview with Hometown Filmmaker Joseph Greco
Hollywood, Florida is turning 100 this year! But what do you get a city that’s celebrating a full century of sunshine, stories, and South Florida style? In this special centennial episode, we’re honor...Show More
From Hollywood to Hollywood: Interview with Hometown Filmmaker Joseph Greco
46:51 | Oct 24th, 2025
8) Gambling SoFla Style: Jai Alai, Cruises to Nowhere, and Old Time Casinos
The history of gambling in South Florida is as colorful as it is nostalgic. On this TALK Down Memory Lane, we dive into the world of smoky jai alai frontons, the thrill of betting on Joey and other pl...Show More
9) Happy International Podcast Day!
We're celebrating International Podcast Day today! Thank you for your support of my podcasts, Tales from South Florida and Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older, BUT, if you've ever wondered what I lis...Show More
10) WPLG Local 10 Breaks Free: A New Era in South Florida Broadcasting
On August 4, 2025, South Florida media history was made. After more than 60 years as a major TV network affiliate, WPLG Local 10 boldly stepped away to reinvent itself as an independent powerhouse in ...Show More