In this episode, we journey into the enigmatic heart of 1985 Florida, a state pulsating with life and exponential population growth. New residents flock to its shores daily, drawn by promises of economic prosperity and boundless opportunity. Yet beneath the surface lies a tapestry of environmental concerns and human struggles, echoing the age-old question of progress at what cost?

We confront Florida's intriguing "frontier mentality," a throwback to the untamed spirit of the Wild West. Here, notions of freedom and exploration coexist with shadows of uncertainty, shaping the state's identity in inspiring and disquieting ways.

Our discussion then turns to the profound interplay between climate and violence, as revealed by the CLASH model. In the sweltering heat of Florida's sun-soaked days, tempers flare, and impulses ignite, paintin ...