Florida Matters

Your spot for real, daily conversations. Where neighbors become storytellers, newsmakers explain why and how changes happen and where locals — natives to the area and newcomers — discover and delight in the community they share.

Florida Matters is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 570 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Florida Matters, a news show with 570 episodes published.

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  In search of accountability in the Hope Florida saga, and SpaceX launches

  Oct 1, 202646 min

  A grand jury investigation into Hope Florida and a $10 million Medicaid misappropriation left Floridians with plenty of questions. Many remained unanswered. One of the reporters who broke the story does his best. Also, the latest space news, including a SpaceX rocket carrying NASA astronauts to the International Space Station. For closers, a playwright discusses a new work from the Sarasota Jewish Theatre. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

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  Insight from the WUSF reporters behind ‘The Cost of Power’ series, and taking charge of AI

  Sep 30, 202647 min

  If you compare your electric bill from last month with, say, one from a couple of years ago, you’d probably see a jump. A three-part WUSF investigation digs into why, and we’re talking to the reporters who put it together. Afterward, do you trust AI to get things right? Plus, Sarasota Orchestra's music director explains what's on tap for this season's schedule. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

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  Kathy Castor converses on costs of housing, and how student-athletes can play it safe

  Sep 29, 202648 min

  There can be a lot of pressure on high school and college athletes. How do they focus on sports and academics while maintaining physical and mental health? Also, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor joins the show to talk about housing costs and mortgage rates. Then, do short-term rentals need more regulations? And a local time capsule provides a glimpse of Tampa from 60 years ago. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

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  The debate over debates in Florida elections, and learning campaign finance loopholes

  Sep 28, 202649 min

  Even in this era of media saturation, a debate can make or break a campaign. But for the first time in 50 years, there may be no such meeting involving the leading candidate for Florida governor. Afterward, a veteran political reporter talks about a court ruling that has opened the door to unlimited spending on Florida campaign advertisements. Then, we hear from a Tampa physician who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where he was helping Ebola patients. Finally, meet the founder of a Tampa nonprofit focused on empowering minority children through art, music and dance. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

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  Parents trapped in a temporary foster care 'side door,' and Florida hunting prep

  Sep 24, 202648 min

  We learn more about a Tampa Bay Times investigation that found a "side door" in the foster care system that can leave parents struggling to reunite with their children. Also, have you seen billboards floating off the beach? We get into that, fall hunting season, and a musician and bandleader bringing his ensemble to the region. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

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