From sharks to armadillos to giant cockroaches, Florida has some strange wildlife. Podcast host John Torres give you a little insight on what to expect from the first podcast from the USA TODAY Network Florida.

Things that can take your arm off

There's more to Florida than beautiful beaches and theme parks. There's a beautiful, crazy and sometimes scary wild side to what lurks in the thick palmetto bushes, prowls deep in the wetlands or swims under the crashing waves.