Palm and Pine Podcast

Steve Barlow, Doug Barlow

Observations where palm and pine are blowing.  We delve into all things Florida including current events, Florida history, natural history and everything else with a true Florida pioneer perspective.  Hosted by brothers Steve and Doug Barlow both born in Plant City Florida.  The brothers are 7th generation direct lineal Florida Crackers descending from notable pioneers such as the Rev. John H Tucker, Lt. Alderman Carlton and John W Harrell.   Introduction by Butch Faulkner.  Theme song “Palm & Pine" generated by AI using the Suno app @Biobar.   https://www.palmandpine.net Podcast Videos: https://www.patreon.com/c/PalmandPinePodcast/home Donate at: https://buymeacoffee.com/palmandpine LEARN MORE AT:  IG- @PALM_AND_PINE_PODCAST    

  1. 23H AGO

    Inside the Masonic Lodge: Secrets, History & Truth About Freemasonry | Brown Lodge No. 51 in Chiefland, Florida

    Send a text On this special episode of the Palm and Pine Podcast, the boys of Old Florida receive a rare invitation inside a real Masonic Lodge. We travel to the small North Florida town of Chiefland to sit down with the leadership of Brown Lodge No. 51 F&AM and learn firsthand about one of the most talked-about — and most misunderstood — fraternities in the world: Freemasonry. For centuries, the Masons have been surrounded by rumors, myths, and conspiracy theories. Are they secret rulers of the world? A mysterious cult? Something more ordinary? In this episode we go straight to the source. Inside the lodge, we talk with local Masons about: 🔹 The real history of Freemasonry in America and Florida 🔹 What actually happens inside a Masonic lodge 🔹 Why so many of America’s founders were Masons 🔹 The traditions, symbols, and brotherhood of the fraternity 🔹 Community charity and the lodge’s role in modern small-town life 🔹 Common myths and wild rumors about the Masons — and the truth behind them Spoiler alert: No devil worship, no secret world domination, and nothing spooky — just fellowship, history, philosophy, and community service. If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on behind the doors of a Masonic Lodge, this episode pulls back the curtain and lets you see for yourself. So pull up a chair, pour some sweet tea, and join the boys of Old Florida for a fascinating look into one of the oldest fraternities in the world. For more info- https://www.facebook.com/BrownLodge51 https://www.grandlodgefl.com/ 🌴 Only on the Palm and Pine Podcast. Support the show Introduction by Butch Faulkner. Music created on SUNO AI. Support the podcast at: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/palmandpine Join our Patreon Community https://www.patreon.com/c/PalmandPinePodcast Visit our website: http://palmandpine.net/ Purchase one of Prof. Barlow’s books to support the podcast: http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/dbarlow

    28 min
  2. FEB 27

    Scotland to Scotty’s: Old Florida Roots, Raw Boar Chaos & Daytona Beach Boardwalk Madness

    Send a text On this episode of The Palm and Pine Podcast, the boys of Old Florida trace their rugged Scottish heritage and the pioneer spirit that helped shape the Sunshine State. From Highland grit to cracker cattle country, we explore how Scottish roots run deeper in Florida than most folks realize. And before the orange aprons of The Home Depot ever rolled into town, real Florida men shopped at the legendary, long-forgotten big box hardware empire — Scotty’s. If you grew up in Florida, you remember the jingle, the smell of lumber, and the feeling that Scotty’s was practically a rite of passage. Then it’s time for the Wild Florida News segment: 🐗 A Florida man goes viral after allegedly cleaning and eating a wild boar raw near Mar-a-Lago — because of course this happened in Florida. 🌊 And Steve breaks down a shocking and bizarre incident making headlines along the Daytona Beach Boardwalk, proving once again that the boardwalk stays undefeated when it comes to chaos. From Scottish ancestry to swamp-side survival instincts, this episode blends Florida history, cultural pride, and the kind of wild news stories that only happen in the Free State of Florida. If you love Florida history, Florida Man news, Old Florida storytelling, and a little Highland blood mixed with palmetto grit — this one’s for you. 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share with someone who remembers Scotty’s before the big chains took over. #OldFlorida #FloridaMan #Scottys #ScottishHeritage #DaytonaBeach #PalmAndPine #FloridaHistory Support the show Introduction by Butch Faulkner. Music created on SUNO AI. Support the podcast at: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/palmandpine Join our Patreon Community https://www.patreon.com/c/PalmandPinePodcast Visit our website: http://palmandpine.net/ Purchase one of Prof. Barlow’s books to support the podcast: http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/dbarlow

    28 min
  3. FEB 19

    AI vs. Old Florida: Armed Dads, Armed Sons & a Counterfeit Valentine

    Send a text Today on the Palm and Pine Podcast, the boys of Old Florida dive headfirst into the AI revolution — and whether artificial intelligence can ever truly understand real Florida living. Between swapping classic Old Florida stories and tackling the future of tech, the conversation turns to one of the Sunshine State’s most unspoken truths: the sacred Florida dad-and-son code. In Florida, mutual respect isn’t just taught — it’s understood… especially when both parties are well-armed and well-prepared. But in this week’s Florida Man News, one father-and-son duo took that unwritten rule way too far. And because it’s Valentine’s season, you know Florida Man had to make it weird. One lovestruck legend decided to surprise his stripper girlfriend with flowers and a stack of cash… except the cash turned out to be counterfeit. Nothing says romance like federal charges. From AI and tradition to firearms culture, Florida values, and the wildest headlines in the state, this episode is packed with humor, commentary, and classic Palm and Pine analysis. If you love Florida Man stories, Old Florida culture, Second Amendment talk, and unfiltered takes on modern life — this one’s for you. 🌴 Welcome to Florida. Buckle up Support the show Introduction by Butch Faulkner. Music created on SUNO AI. Support the podcast at: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/palmandpine Join our Patreon Community https://www.patreon.com/c/PalmandPinePodcast Visit our website: http://palmandpine.net/ Purchase one of Prof. Barlow’s books to support the podcast: http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/dbarlow

    22 min
  4. FEB 17

    Real Florida Man Doesn’t Go to the Beach? | Pickleball Brawl + Stephen Foster Classic

    Send a text Think every Florida man lives at the beach? Think again. On this episode of the Palm and Pine Podcast, the boys of Old Florida bust one of the biggest myths about the Sunshine State — most real Florida folks rarely see the beach… and some have never laid eyes on the ocean. From cattle pastures and pine flats to fish camps and backwoods riverbanks, this is the Florida tourists never post about. We break down what real Florida truly is — far from condos, cruise ships, and coastal clichés. Then it’s time for the wildest Florida Man headlines of the week, including an all-out pickleball court brawl in Volusia County that proves even America’s fastest-growing retirement sport can turn into full-contact combat. And because no episode is complete without honoring old Florida roots, the boys perform the classic Old Folks at Home by Stephen Foster — a song deeply tied to Florida history and the Suwannee River tradition. It’s a tribute to the cultural backbone of Old Florida… delivered Palm and Pine style. To wrap it up, we revisit Southern Rule #3 — never “wear out your welcome.” A timeless lesson every Southern mama teaches her boys… though Florida Man doesn’t always listen. 🌴 Real Florida Culture 📰 Wild Florida Man News 🥒 Pickleball Chaos 🎶 Stephen Foster & Old Florida Roots 🤠 Southern Etiquette Rules If you love authentic Florida stories, Southern tradition, wild headlines, and unapologetic Florida Man energy — this episode is for you. Subscribe, share it with someone who thinks Florida is just beaches, and remember… don’t wear out your welcome. Support the show Introduction by Butch Faulkner. Music created on SUNO AI. Support the podcast at: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/palmandpine Join our Patreon Community https://www.patreon.com/c/PalmandPinePodcast Visit our website: http://palmandpine.net/ Purchase one of Prof. Barlow’s books to support the podcast: http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/dbarlow

    31 min

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Observations where palm and pine are blowing.  We delve into all things Florida including current events, Florida history, natural history and everything else with a true Florida pioneer perspective.  Hosted by brothers Steve and Doug Barlow both born in Plant City Florida.  The brothers are 7th generation direct lineal Florida Crackers descending from notable pioneers such as the Rev. John H Tucker, Lt. Alderman Carlton and John W Harrell.   Introduction by Butch Faulkner.  Theme song “Palm & Pine" generated by AI using the Suno app @Biobar.   https://www.palmandpine.net Podcast Videos: https://www.patreon.com/c/PalmandPinePodcast/home Donate at: https://buymeacoffee.com/palmandpine LEARN MORE AT:  IG- @PALM_AND_PINE_PODCAST    

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