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 551 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Florida Matters, a news show with 551 episodes published.

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  The Clancy trial and understanding postpartum psychosis, plus inside the art of cosplay

  Sep 3, 202649 min

  The Lindsay Clancy case in Massachusetts has sparked conversations about perinatal mood disorders. Many of us are trying to learn more about postpartum psychosis. A local expert is here to oblige. Also, a report reveals the Pinellas County Jail detained people in ICE custody longer than federal guidelines permit. Finally, some cool spots to look for in your neighborhoods and Tampa Bay Comic Con is more than just costumes. 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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  Why cats are crowding shelters, and when environmental worry overwhelms

  Sep 2, 202648 min

  Animal shelters in Tampa Bay have too many pets and not enough space. What’s leading to the overcapacity — especially for cats? And what can be done to reduce the number of stray and abandoned animals? Also, eco anxiety is a “chronic fear of environmental doom.” And it can be bad for your health — and the environment. Do you have it? We also revisit a report from WUSF's Jessica Meszaros about how climate change is taught in Florida schools. 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 Rays’ next steps, Hope Florida’s money trail, and an alternate Haslam’s plan

  Sep 1, 202648 min

  After years of proposals, political fights and false starts, the Rays finally have approvals for a new stadium. Now what? Plus, a grand jury report reveals a "doozy" of a situation involving millions of dollars and the Hope Florida charity. And what happened to plans for a concert in support of a closed bookstore in St. Petersburg? 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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  Flock critics share their concerns, and earthquake help for Colombia and Venezuela

  Aug 31, 202648 min

  The backlash is growing against Flock automatic license plate readers. Pasco and Manatee are the latest counties to ban or pledge to remove the cameras. Law enforcement leaders say ALPRs can be used to fight crime and find missing people, but opponents point the potential for abuse of privacy and mass surveillance. Also, we’ve got an up on local relief efforts after the recent earthquakes in Colombia and Venezuela. 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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  Wanted: a new generation of truck drivers. And every generation gets an ‘Odyssey’

  Aug 27, 202649 min

  Ever look at a big rig and think, “That sure looks fun”? We meet a newly graduated driver from a local trucker school and hear why America needs more licensed operators. Also, did you watch Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster treatment of “The Odyssey”? We wonder why the source material is still so inspiring and polarizing. And, a new musical looks at Homer’s epic poem with fresh eyes. 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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