Whiskey's for Drinking, Water's for Fighting | Doug Manson

Whiskey’s for drinking. Water’s for fighting. Few resources are more important—or more complicated—than water, particularly in a state like Florida where growth, development, agriculture, environmental protection, private property rights and government regulation frequently intersect. On this episode of PodNumbra, we sit down with Doug Manson, a preeminent Florida water law attorney and President of Summit Land & Water, for an intriguing conversation about the law, policy and real-world disputes surrounding one of our most valuable natural resources. Doug brings decades of experience handling complex matters involving water law, environmental law, permitting, regulatory compliance, land use and governmental regulation. We discuss how he found his way into such a specialized area of practice, how Florida’s rapid growth affects its water resources, and why disputes over water can become so complicated. But, as always on PodNumbra, this episode is about more than Doug’s profession. We explore his path to success, the experiences that shaped his career, the lessons he has learned along the way, and what continues to drive him today. Whether you’re a lawyer, developer, property owner, environmental professional—or simply someone who has ever wondered who actually controls Florida’s water—this is a fascinating look behind the scenes of an area of law that affects virtually everyone. Learn more about Summit Land & Water: summitlandandwater.com PodNumbra Real People. Real Conversations. Real Stories. The path to success is rarely a straight line. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube: Apple Podcasts — PodNumbra⁠ Spotify — PodNumbra⁠ YouTube — PodNumbra⁠ PodNumbra.com⁠ If you enjoy the conversation, follow/subscribe, share this episode with someone who would enjoy it, and leave PodNumbra a review. Every share and review helps more people discover the show.