The Sara de Soto Pageant (or, I Crown Thee Historical Inaccuracy)
Mimi and Andrea explore the Sara de Desoto Pageant and its legendary foundation.
The Legend of Sara de Soto (or, You Give Love a Bad Name)
Sit right back and you'll hear a tale, a tale of the lovely Sara de Soto. Mimi and Andrea explore the origins of this local legend.
Introducing Navigating History!
The Lovably Local Podcast is now Navigating History! Join Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies on adventures through the archives.
Celebrating Mr. Charlie: Top 10 Reasons We Love Charles Ringling
December 2nd marks the birthday of a historic figure we (meaning Mimi and Andrea) swoon over: Mr. Charles Ringling. Known as "Mr. Charlie" by circus employees, there's a lot of great reasons to celebrate his birthday - even 95 years after his death. The following is our top 10 reasons we love Charles Ringling (and you should too). #10: Charles Ringling was the most handsome of the [...]
Alligators in Virginia
At the end of June, my husband and I took a road trip to assist some elderly family with moving. We planned some stops along the way to eat lunch and stretch our legs. One stop, in particular, piqued my interest before we even left Sarasota: The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia. Inside the hotel is a marble-clad restaurant called "Lemaire". I perused the menu, discovering the [...]
Lovably Local Podcast: Season 2, Episode 3
Lovably Local Podcast Season 2, Episode 3: Meet Captain Leach Join us as we attempt to unravel the mystery of Capt. Leach. The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries. Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio
Lovably Local Podcast: Season 2, Episode 2
Lovably Local Podcast Season 2, Episode 2: Meet Benjamin Stickney, Jr. Learn about the adventurous life of Benjamin Stickney, Jr. The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries. Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio
Lovably Local Podcast: Season 2, Episode 1
Lovably Local Podcast Season 2, Episode 1: Uncle Ben and Capt. Leach Part 1 The beginning of our first history mystery, Uncle Ben and Capt. Leach. The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries. Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio
An Open Letter to Sarasota’s First Female Postmaster, Carrie Abbe
Dear, Carrie - Sarasota sure is a different place than it was when you were Postmistress. Today I was dropping off postcards to my local USPS branch, and I was reminded how much we owe to people like you. The USPS is at risk right now, and I am scared we will lose this essential service you worked for 31 years to uphold - never taking a [...]
Jack Installs a Telephone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oet0aBxoTPo In today's era of social media, video conference calls, and texting, it's hard to imagine a time when your only means of communication was in-person or through the mail. Thankfully, Dr. Leffingwell and his son Jack brought the technology of telephones to Manatee County.