“Reader Rewind” is a digital radio show featuring the personal histories of Floridians from around the state -- and even the country. The goal is simple: Florida doesn’t just belong to historian and Florida Time columnist Eliot Kleinberg. It belongs to everyone: natives, transplants and vacationers alike.

Reader Rewind features the oral histories of Florida Time readers. They call in, they share their story, we edit it into a show and voila! Take a listen and consider sharing yours today (850) 270-8418.

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So far, they’ve learned how each Florida county got its name. They’ve also learned how Tallahassee became the state capitol and even how more than 600 black Floridians were buried in an unmarked grave. Explore the Florida Time newsletter archive. What are you waiting for. Signing up is easy: Just text FLORIDATIME to 345345.