Palm and Pine Podcast

Ditch of Dreams: Dr. Steven Noll on the Cross Florida Barge Canal PART 2

Steve Barlow, Doug Barlow Season 1 Episode 29

Explore Florida’s environmental and political past with the Palm and Pine Podcast! In this captivating episode, we interview Dr. Steven Noll, co-author of the landmark book Ditch of Dreams: The Cross Florida Barge Canal and the Struggle for Florida’s Future. Dr. Noll dives deep into the history of the ill-fated Cross Florida Barge Canal, a controversial pork barrel project, revealing the key players and decisions that shaped its downfall. He also shares critical lessons from this debacle, offering insights for Florida’s environmental policy and decision-making today. A must-listen for fans of Florida history, environmental history, and Southern heritage! Contact Dr. Noll at Nolls@ufl.edu for more. Subscribe to the Palm and Pine Podcast for weekly Old Florida stories and follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube!

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