Forrest Saunders, Capitol Reporter for E.W. Scripps, rejoins Dara in the Speakeasy this week to delve into a week of alligators, vetoes and founding fathers. Forrest breaks down Gov. Ron DeSantis' action on the state's $117.4 billion spending plan for the fiscal year that began Tuesday. The biggest news this week, however, is percolating at a migrant detention center in the middle of the Everglades, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" by DeSantis and Attorney General James Uthmeier. The journos weigh in on President Donald Trump's visit to the detention center and the host of GOP heavyweights who gathered for a tour this week. And, just in time for the Fourth of July, Dara and Forrest dish on their favorite founding fathers. Drop us a line at podcasts@newsserviceflorida.com to share your favorite founding father, a haiku, or just to tell us what you think!

Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz rejoins Dara this week for a wide-ranging chat about partisan family feuds, threats against elected officials, and so much more. The Broward County Democrat doesn't hold back on her assessment of President Donald Trump and what she calls the "Big, Ugly Bill" under consideration in D.C. DWS, a former chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee. Are congressional pickups a possibility in Florida in the upcoming midterm elections? Join in and find out! The congresswoman also sounds the alarm about a skyrocketing rise in antisemitism, including in her South Florida region. Plus, DWS dishes about her journey to better health in the kitchen. Find out more about that on Insta at @CleanCookingCongresswoman!

Forecasters are predicting another above-average hurricane season, but Deeper Dive's got you covered. National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Mark Wool joins Dara in the Speakeasy this week with details about the forecast and tips for storm prep and response. Mark also shares some good news about recent staff cuts at NWS and the National Hurricane Center. The meteorologist also discusses the reality of global warming and its impact. Plus, snacks, generators and so much more!

Want more down-low on weather highs and lows? The National Weather Service is offering virtual tropical storm training next month. Divas can register at weather.gov/tallahassee.