Episode 32: July / August Editorial Board

July 09, 2025 00:21:00
Episode 32: July / August Editorial Board
Florida Specifier Podcast
Episode 32: July / August Editorial Board

Jul 09 2025 | 00:21:00

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Show Notes

In this episode of theFlorida Specifier Podcast, Brett Cyphers is joined by editor-in-chief Patrick Gillespie and editorial board member Jeff Littlejohn for a lively conversation that dives into Florida’s finalized state budget, line-item vetoes, and what it all means for environmental funding—particularly water quality grants and Everglades restoration.

Special guest Jamie Sheehan, Conference Director of the Environmental Permitting Summer School (EPSS), joins the crew to give a behind-the-scenes preview of this year’s event in Marco Island. From revamped schedules and streamlined sessions to an exciting new fireside chat with current and former FDEP secretaries, this year’s EPSS promises to be bigger and better than ever.

You’ll also hear a rundown of the latest edition of the Florida Specifier, including stories on recycling, WOTUS updates, and favorite picks from the editorial team. Recorded just days after the Governor signed the state budget, this episode delivers timely insights and a fun look ahead to Florida’s premier environmental conference.

To read the Specifier online (where we hope you’ll subscribe if you haven’t already), go here:

https://floridaspecifier.com

To get the word out about how you’re making waves (pun intended) in Florida’s environmental world, make sure you reach out to Brett, Ryan, or Jamie at: 

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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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