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Capital Report

WFSU Public Media
Florida
Florida Legislature
Governor Ron Desantis
Immigration
Ron Desantis
Tariffs
Florida State University
Fentanyl
Gage's Law
Medicaid
Artificial Intelligence
Hope Florida
Panama City Beach
Education Policy
Florida Budget
Charlie Kirk
Climate Change
Charter Schools
Environmental Protection
Gulf Of Mexico

WFSU Public Media reporters, as well as reporters from public radio stations across the state, bring you timely news and information from around Florida. Whether it's legislative maneuvers between sessions, the economy, environmental issues, tourism, business, or the arts, Capital Report provides information on issues that affect the lives of everyday Floridians.

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On tonight's program: Government officials all over the country are now jumping to impose controls on Flock cameras; And objections to the great growth of Flock cameras is reaching the highest levels in Florida. Right, Governor DeSantis? The matter o... more

On tonight’s program: We deconstruct the results of this month’s Florida Primary Election, including some fascinating figures; It may be early days, but some Florida Democrats say the primary results give them hope for big gains in November; U.S. Rep... more

On tonight’s program: Florida’s secretary of state says this Tuesday’s primary election went very well; A proud Democratic/Socialist stuns the political world in Florida and beyond by attacking establishment politicians and their wealthy donors; One ... more

On tonight’s program: It’s election season! Primary election day in Florida is this Tuesday. We’ll talk about which candidates are leading the pack; We’ll also talk about how Florida’s closed primary system is causing frustration for some NPA voters;... more

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Angie Nixon
Jacksonville House Representative, Democratic Socialist affiliated prominent candidate
Democratic Socialists of America / Florida House of Representatives
Episode: Capital Report: August 21, 2026
Dr. Christopher Hughes
Pediatric Behavioral Expert
Lee Health
Episode: Capital Report: August 21, 2026
Aubrey Jewitt
Political science professor
University of Central Florida
Episode: Capital Report: August 21, 2026
Teddy Byrne
WGCU reporter
WGCU
Episode: Capital Report: August 14, 2026
John Davis
Contributor
WGCU
Episode: Capital Report: August 14, 2026
Aubrey Jewett
University of Central Florida political science professor
University of Central Florida
Episode: Capital Report: August 7, 2026
Kate Payne
State government reporter for the Florida Trib
Florida Trib
Episode: Capital Report: July 31, 2026
Megan Hatton
Audubon Florida spokesperson
Audubon Florida
Episode: Capital Report: July 24, 2026
Kartik Krishnayar
Sports journalist
Goes with Teddy Byrne in World Cup segment
Episode: Capital Report: July 17, 2026

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Tom Flanagan
Host of Capital Report, WFSU Public Media
Regan McCarthy
Host of Capital Report, WFSU Public Media

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Florida policy

    This is a great way to keep up with Florida politics and legislation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grcbjtdghijhgfv
    United States3 years ago
  • Good Summary

    Of what is happening in the Florida State Legislation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZackOconner1981
    United States8 years ago
  • Keeps me in the know!

    The episodes are informative, well produced, and presented in a pleasant easy to listen format. Floridians are very fortunate to have this resource in podcast form!

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    Coral She-V
    United States9 years ago

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Clear, contextual Florida policy coverage that helps understanding of state issues.
Polished reporting with practical takeaways for residents and sponsors alike.
Informative and well-produced, keeps Floridians up to date.

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Capital Report: October 31, 2025
Q: What is driving the current discussion about school closures in Florida?
Demographic shifts, the growth of school choice options, and funding pressures are driving districts to consider consolidations or closures, with conversations also framed by concerns about capacity, transportation, and community impact.
Capital Report: October 24, 2025
Q: What does the governor's endorsement strategy mean for the Florida GOP?
Endorsements from Trump can raise a candidate's profile, consolidate support, and create a perception of momentum, especially for those with an existing strong campaign infrastructure.
Capital Report: May 8, 2026
Q: What is the core legal challenge to the new congressional map?
The core challenge argues that the map is a partisan redraw that violates the Fair Districts Amendment of 2010, which prohibits drawing maps to benefit a political party and requires alignment with constitutional provisions, including considerations of race to protect certain communities.
Capital Report: March 27, 2026
Q: Florida Republicans have dominated in recent years; how notable are these special election results for Democratic momentum?
Experts say the results are meaningful signifiers of momentum and optimism for Florida Democrats, indicating a potential shift in the competitive landscape even if not a definitive predictor for future elections.
Capital Report: April 9, 2025
Q: How much do you think that plays a role in the governor's office pushing for this bill?
Shuler highlighted that acknowledged labor shortages in certain sectors could explain the push for younger workers, pointing out legislation facilitating lower wage rates for these groups.

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A concise, state-focused political news program that blends election coverage, policy debates, and public affair reporting centered on Florida. Across episodes, listeners hear turnout analysis, primary dynamics, education policy, climate and infrastructure issues, and the intersection of local concerns with national trends. Reporters and analysts from public media teams plus invited experts—ranging from lawmakers and educators to scientists and journalists—provide on-the-ground context, accountability reporting, and practical explanations of how policy changes affect Floridians. A standout throughline is rigorous, multi-bureau reporting that translates complex policy into actionable insights for residents and stakeholders, with frequent dee... more

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2. Dr. Christopher Hughes
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8. Megan Hatton

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