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.
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Recent episodes include "Manatee County at the crossroads of Florida's affordability, growth and development woes" (29 October 2026, 52 minutes), "Spanning music genres, and Tampa Bay, to celebrate Public Radio Music Day" (28 October 2026, 48 minutes), and "Census changes could leave some communities invisible, and a bookmobile of Epstein files" (27 October 2026, 48 minutes).
Florida Matters publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 48 minutes across 582 episodes.
Booking probability for Florida Matters is 39%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Florida Matters requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Florida Matters's contact route on record: verified email.
Florida Matters is a news podcast with 582 episodes published.
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"Florida Matters Live & Local" recently recorded in front of an audience at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in Bradenton to dig into issues affecting the state, like affordability, growth and development. Follow us...
Some special guests join the program for a celebration of Public Radio Music Day . We hear some live performances in bluegrass, classical, a fusion of jazz and hip-hop. And will hook up with our sister station Classical...
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Proposed changes to the 2030 census could eliminate questions about race and ethnicity. How could this affect important decisions like federal housing resources? Also, there is a bookmobile in town displaying millions...
For decades, cities and counties in Florida have been able to enact laws to manage their communities as they see fit. Recently, however, the Legislature has passed rules to usurp some local decisions. Also, a pediatric...
The Tampa Bay Rays begin play in the World Series on Friday. Before the first pitch, here’s a closer look at their yearlong renaissance on and off the field. Follow us on social media: Facebook...
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State Rep. Angie Nixon is running for U.S. Senate and pulling enthusiastic crowds as she campaigns. Still, it’s a tough battle for Nixon as a Democrat from the left wing of her party in a deep red state. On this show...
Byron Donalds could be the first Black governor of Florida, but polls are showing that may not matter to most Black voters when they fill in their ballots. Then, we look back at the appearance of Sen. Bernie Sanders...
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What are the challenges to running a food bank, particularly when there are high fuel prices and high grocery prices to contend with? The shelves of a local pantry ran dry multiple times last month. Then, why is a group...
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How do nonprofits like United Way Suncoast benefit from the property tax system as it exists now? What happens to them if voters pass the controversial measure next month? Then, we talk with the filmmakers behind "Jit,"...
Last week, a state appellate court ordered that a recently leaked grand jury report on Hope Florida be expunged. Does it all go away with no repercussions? We also speak to a local author about her experience as a...
For some people, the math of a mortgage doesn’t add up the way it used to. We were curious about the financial pressures homeowners are currently facing in Florida. Then, we talk about last week’s public hearing on the...
People who rely on SNAP are getting a small cost-of-living adjustment, but there are changes to eligibility which could make it more challenging for SNAP recipients. In turn, local food banks are feeling the pressure of...
A new cross-bay ferry service between Tampa and St. Petersburg will launch soon. Will you be riding? And we’ll learn more about a Flock investigation that led to the resignation and arrest of two Pinellas County...
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In a few weeks, St. Petersburg will decide whether to keep Mayor Ken Welch in office or replace him with former Gov. Charlie Crist. Among the challenges of the next term: the redevelopment of the Tropicana Field site...
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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...
In just over a month, voters go to the polls. There are lots of races on the ballot, from governor to Senate to Legislature and more. One thing all Florida voters will get to decide: whether to reduce property taxes. On...
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retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future
Memorial head girls basketball coach, White Lies & The Half Truth
professor of politics and international relations, Universidad Internacional de la Florida
author, cartoonist, and owner of An Unlikely Story Bookstore and Café, An Unlikely Story Bookstore and Café
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