Celery City Stories

Celery City Stories

The incredible history of Sanford and Seminole County, FL they didn't teach in school.

Did Sanford saloon owners burn down the town?
Oct. 6, 2022

Did Sanford saloon owners burn down the town?

If you like Celery City Stories, and want me to keep telling them, you can buy me a coffee. Go to Buy Me a Coffee . ------- In 1887, the city of Sanford was a bustling hub of commerce. Founded just 10 years prior, Sanford ha...

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Sanford man breaks the color barrier at the University of Florida
Sept. 24, 2022

Sanford man breaks the color barrier at the University of Florida

The Lynn and Louis Wolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives has a brief 38-second clip of George Starke Jr.'s first day at the University of Florida law school. There is NO sound, but it gives a glimpse of his first day. You ...

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Reviews

Hidden Histories Highlighted.

"Love the history we didn’t get in school. I know the last one was about a southern rock star.. but the pianist Madeline was a legend. 🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠 Great research, Dan."

Trish | Sept. 10, 2022

Best podcast I’ve ever heard that’s hosted by someone who kissed my husband on our wedding day

"Hi Dan!"

Ldub108 | Sept. 9, 2022

Keep ‘em coming, Dan!

"👍🏼"

Andrew | Sept. 8, 2022

Every episode is my favorite

"I’m not a resident of Sanford yet, but I’m so enjoying learning about the history of Sanford in the meantime. I look forward to each episode and sharing what I hear. As a fellow historian, I’m fascin…"

Kristina Haahr | Aug. 26, 2022

Great Content

"Started listening from day one of the launch. Great content Dan! Keep it up. I am sure there a million untold stories in Sanford and Seminole County!"

Michael Loughlin | Aug. 22, 2022
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