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The South Florida Roundup

WLRN News
Miami-Dade County
Copa America
Affordable Housing Crisis
Venezuela
Broward County
Florida
Housing Vouchers
Florida Policy Project
Nicolás Maduro
South Florida
Palm Beach County
Upzoning
Miami-Dade Guardianship Program
Donald Trump
Affordable Housing
Education In South Florida
Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
Flooding
Biden Immigration Policies
Surfside Condo Collapse

Each week, journalists and newsmakers from South Florida analyze and debate some of the most topical issues from across the region.

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On this episode of The South Florida Roundup, we talked about how a South Florida crackdown on immigration is impacting the community, despite the lack of national attention. We followed a family through the immigration court system [01:09]. Also, a ... more

On this episode of The South Florida Roundup, we discussed the racist, sexist, homophobic and antisemitic online images and chat groups that have cast Florida’s young Republicans in a hate-mongering spotlight [01:21]. We also heard from a group that’... more

On this episode of The South Florida Roundup, we discussed new WLRN reporting that shows larger Miami-Dade County ties to a firm at the center of an investigation involving former schools superintendent Alberto Carvalho [01:09]. We also spoke with fo... more

On this episode of The South Florida Roundup, we looked at why Miami is now the “Billionaire Bunkers” capital [01:09]. More ultraluxury homes are sold here than any place in America — but where does that leave the rest of us? We also remembered Miami... more

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Recent Guests

Eliott Rodriguez
Former CBS4 news anchorman, Democratic candidate for Florida's 27th District
Democratic candidate, Florida's 27th District
Episode: FBI investigation on Carvalho, a former TV anchor runs for Congress and Black Spring Break
Glendon Hall
Chair of Miami Beach's Black Affairs Advisory Committee
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Natalie LaRoche-Pietri
Education reporter for WLRN
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Jake Schor
Broward and Palm Beach County investigative reporter for WLRN
WLRN
Episode: FBI investigation on Carvalho, a former TV anchor runs for Congress and Black Spring Break
Rhonda Cason
New York Times real estate reporter who wrote on the Miami ultra-luxury market
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Episode: Miami's $170-million house, remembering a gun violence survivor and South Florida's Iranians
Brother Lyle Muhammad
Executive Director of Circle of Brotherhood, gun violence prevention NGO
Circle of Brotherhood
Episode: Miami's $170-million house, remembering a gun violence survivor and South Florida's Iranians
Arusha Ashrafi
Iranian-American activist
Fort Lauderdale Iranian community
Episode: Miami's $170-million house, remembering a gun violence survivor and South Florida's Iranians
Scott Wayne
American in Israel on medical visit who was stranded
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Episode: Miami's $170-million house, remembering a gun violence survivor and South Florida's Iranians
David Smiley
Miami Herald assistant managing editor for News and Politics
Miami Herald
Episode: DeSantis' anti-DEI crusade, the investigation of Miami-Dade Schools' former Supt. and Cuba's latest crisis

Host

Tim Padgett
Host of The South Florida Roundup; lead journalist and anchor with WLRN

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Wasted Potential

    Sad to WLRN become such a conservative, pro corporate, PR shop.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tomyamg00m
    United States7 years ago
  • Great Local Roundup

    This is exactly what I needed to help keep on top of current events in South Florida. I good compliment to Rehm's Friday Roundup right before. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gsarrells
    United States15 years ago

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Another listener finds it essential for staying on top of South Florida news and compliments its relation to the Friday roundup.
One reviewer says it leans toward conservative, corporate PR coverage.
Overall, the show garners appreciation for local context and the breadth of coverage, with some criticism about perceived bias.

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Florida voting access, a Miami Beach fitness spring break and diversity at SOBE Wine & Food Fest
Q: What advancements have been made for the South Beach Wine and Food Festival?
The festival has evolved to include a broader array of participants, particularly focusing on Afro-Caribbean chefs and student involvement.
Florida voting access, a Miami Beach fitness spring break and diversity at SOBE Wine & Food Fest
Q: How is Miami Beach attempting to change its Spring Break reputation?
Miami Beach is launching a campaign to promote a healthier Spring Break that includes fitness activities and wellness events instead of alcohol-focused parties.
Florida voting access, a Miami Beach fitness spring break and diversity at SOBE Wine & Food Fest
Q: What are the implications of the voting ID laws proposed in Florida?
The proposed laws aim to tighten voting requirements, making it potentially more difficult for some residents to vote, especially those without proper identification.
The Epstein Case, Miami's signature bridge and Bad Bunny's half-time show
Q: What does Bad Bunny's halftime show signify for Puerto Rico?
Maruxa emphasizes that the show highlighted Puerto Rican identity and addressed ongoing social issues, conveying richness and resilience.
The Epstein Case, Miami's signature bridge and Bad Bunny's half-time show
Q: How does she assess the massive new release of files?
Julie explains the release was driven by public pressure, primarily from victims advocating for transparency.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The South Florida Roundup

What is The South Florida Roundup about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A regional current-events program that blends local politics, governance, immigration, crime, culture, and regional history through interviews, live panels, and reporting. Episodes frequently tackle Florida policy shifts (DEI debates, voting access, TPS for Haitians), local government and infrastructure, major investigations, and cultural topics tied to the South Florida community. Noteworthy is the consistent use of policymakers, journalists, and community leaders as guests, giving a multi-angle view on timely issues in South Florida with a strong emphasis on how national and international dynamics intersect with local realities. The show often pairs hard-edged policy discussion with human-centered storytelling, making it useful for listen... more

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2. Glendon Hall
3. Natalie LaRoche-Pietri
4. Jake Schor
5. Rhonda Cason
6. Brother Lyle Muhammad
7. Arusha Ashrafi
8. Scott Wayne

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