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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
Upzoning
Palm Beach County
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 week's episode of The South Florida Roundup, we discussed United Way’s discouraging new revelation that half or most residents in Broward and Miami-Dade counties are living paycheck to paycheck [01:11]. We also looked at the vote Miami Dade C... more

On this week's episode of The South Florida Roundup, we looked at the free-speech debate raging after Charlie Kirk’s death — specifically in Palmetto Bay, whose mayor, Karyn Cunningham, talked about ousting Councilman Steve Cody after a social media ... more

On this episode of The South Florida Roundup — whether or not that really is Donald Trump’s signature — we examined all the still unanswered questions in the Epstein sex-trafficking atrocity that still traumatizes South Florida [01:20]. We also looke... more

On this episode of The South Florida Roundup, we examined the standoff between Broward County’s major hospital systems, Memorial Healthcare and Broward Health, and its largest healthcare insurer, Florida Blue — which has stranded some 50,000 patients... more

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Elise Bennett
Florida and Caribbean Director for the Center for Biological Diversity
Center for Biological Diversity
Episode: Alligator Alcatraz ordered to shut down, Florida's gay pride crosswalks and Trump's fight against Latin America's drug cartels
Hatzel Vela
Politics reporter for NBC 6
NBC 6
Episode: Alligator Alcatraz ordered to shut down, Florida's gay pride crosswalks and Trump's fight against Latin America's drug cartels
Raquel Regalado
Miami-Dade County Commissioner and board member of SFRTA
Miami-Dade County
Episode: Tri-Rail funding crisis, pill mill resurgence and the Gen Z-driven salsa revival
Gene Jankowski
Former CBS Chairman and author of a media memoir
Episode: South Florida's latest boating tragedy, a controversial immigration arrest and the 'Golden Age' of media
Wilkin Brutus
Palm Beach County reporter for WLRN
WLRN
Episode: South Florida's latest boating tragedy, a controversial immigration arrest and the 'Golden Age' of media
David Goodhue
Miami Herald reporter covering the boating tragedy and immigration stories
Miami Herald
Episode: South Florida's latest boating tragedy, a controversial immigration arrest and the 'Golden Age' of media
Gretel Aguila
Miami Herald reporter involved in coverage of the boating incident
Miami Herald
Episode: South Florida's latest boating tragedy, a controversial immigration arrest and the 'Golden Age' of media
Beam Furr
Mayor of Broward County
Broward County
Episode: 'Dehumanizing' conditions at immigrant detention facilities, DeSantis' DOGE threats and WLRN's 'History We Call Home' series
Belkis Ville
Associate Director in the Crisis Conflict and Arms Division for Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
Episode: 'Dehumanizing' conditions at immigrant detention facilities, DeSantis' DOGE threats and WLRN's 'History We Call Home' series

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Tim Padgett
Host of The South Florida Roundup, he leads discussions with journalists and newsmakers on topical issues affecting the region.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Wasted Potential

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

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    Tomyamg00m
    United States6 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 States14 years ago

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There are critiques regarding perceived biases, suggesting that some feel the discussions lean towards certain political narratives.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis of local issues and the diverse range of topics, finding it necessary for staying informed about South Florida's current events.

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Tri-Rail funding crisis, pill mill resurgence and the Gen Z-driven salsa revival
Q: How does the funding crisis affect future investments and service from Tri-Rail?
The crisis complicates Tri-Rail's ability to plan for capital improvements, potentially jeopardizing its operational viability post-2027.
Tri-Rail funding crisis, pill mill resurgence and the Gen Z-driven salsa revival
Q: What was the rationalization for the cut in funding for Tri-Rail?
The Florida Legislature zeroed out the documentary stamp tax and the business rental tax, which were sources of funding for Tri-Rail.
South Florida's latest boating tragedy, a controversial immigration arrest and the 'Golden Age' of media
Q: Why should law enforcement have properly recognized Lenez Ambrosio as a U.S. citizen?
He was video recording the incident, claiming his rights, and the officers' failure to act on this claim raises concerns about racial profiling and due process.
South Florida's latest boating tragedy, a controversial immigration arrest and the 'Golden Age' of media
Q: Gretel, can you tell us about the children and the counselor themselves?
Mila Jankelovich and Erin Victoria Cohan tragically died in the incident, with strong connections to Latin America, raising critical questions about boat safety in this community.
South Florida's latest boating tragedy, a controversial immigration arrest and the 'Golden Age' of media
Q: David Goodhue, can you walk us through what we know about how this barge and sailboat collision happened Monday morning?
There were witness reports of roofing workers seeing the collision and shouting at the barge to stop; however, the investigation results haven't yet clarified the specifics of the accident.

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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?

Focusing on key regional issues, this show features insightful discussions among local journalists and newsmakers analyzing pressing topics affecting the South Florida community. Episodes cover a range from immigration policies, labor concerns, cultural shifts, and environmental challenges to significant political developments and local governance issues, all of which reflect the dynamic and often contentious landscape of South Florida. Notably, the program prioritizes exploring the social implications of legislation and community actions, making it relevant for listeners interested in local affairs, politics, and cultural narratives.

With a blend of expert interviews and community perspectives, the content uniquely highlights underreprese... more

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2. Hatzel Vela
3. Raquel Regalado
4. Gene Jankowski
5. Wilkin Brutus
6. David Goodhue
7. Gretel Aguila
8. Beam Furr

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