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The Florida Roundup

WLRN News & WUSF
Florida
Property Taxes
Governor Ron Desantis
Climate Change
Donald Trump
Immigration
Immigration Enforcement
Politifact
Hurricane Milton
Florida Economy
Alligator Alcatraz
Hurricane Helene
Affordable Care Act
Affordable Housing
Book Bans
Hurricane Season
Medicaid
University Of Florida
Key West
Flood Insurance

Each week, The Florida Roundup brings us up to speed on all things Florida- be it politics, the environment, the economy, culture and more. Join host Tom Hudson for lively discussion with newsmakers, journalists and you! Email the program radio@TheFloridaRoundup.org

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This week on The Florida Roundup, we looked at the estimated revenue loss for local governments under Florida’s proposed property tax amendment with investigative journalist Jason Garcia (00:00) and Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves (08:04). Then, we spoke... more

This week on The Florida Roundup, we were joined by Jake Shore, investigative reporter for WLRN, to talk about the presence of ICE agents in Lake Worth and later, GOP gubernatorial candidate James Fishback’s controversial campaign (08:36). Then, we s... more

This week on The Florida Roundup, we spoke about the use of artificial intelligence in political campaigns with WUSF’s Megan Bowman, Your Florida team government reporter (00:00). Then, we looked at the controversy over large scale data centers (09:2... more

This week on a rebroadcast of The Florida Roundup from May 22, we revisit conversations with two Florida-based authors. We spoke first with Artis Henderson about her novel No Ordinary Bird (03:22) and then Kip Lyman about her novel The Purple Ribbon.... more

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James Fishback
Republican candidate for governor, insurgent figure discussed on the program
Florida governor race
Episode: ICE arrests, Fishback’s campaign rhetoric, Florida’s August primary and weekly news
Megan Bowman
Reporter covering AI and the election cycle
WUSF Tampa (partner station)
Episode: AI campaign ads and data centers, property taxes and healthcare, FL as the ‘14th colony'
Justin Senior
CEO of Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida
Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida
Episode: AI campaign ads and data centers, property taxes and healthcare, FL as the ‘14th colony'
Carrie Sheridan
Reporter
WUSF (partner station)
Episode: AI campaign ads and data centers, property taxes and healthcare, FL as the ‘14th colony'
Kato Nord Hodges
Haitian community advocate
Tampa community/activism
Episode: AI campaign ads and data centers, property taxes and healthcare, FL as the ‘14th colony'
John Gunter
Mayor of Cape Coral
Cape Coral City Government
Episode: Live from Fort Myers: Property tax cuts, increasing healthspan, & the Caloosahatchee
Shawn Felton
Dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida Gulf Coast University
Episode: Live from Fort Myers: Property tax cuts, increasing healthspan, & the Caloosahatchee
Tom Bayles
Senior Environmental Reporter, WGCU
WGCU
Episode: Live from Fort Myers: Property tax cuts, increasing healthspan, & the Caloosahatchee
Eugene Robinson
Author of Freedom Won, Freedom Lost; journalist
The Florida Roundup interviewee
Episode: 'Freedom Won, Freedom Lost,' History of Fort Mose and Emancipation Day in Florida

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Tom Hudson
Host of The Florida Roundup

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
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    Just discovered this podcast and loving the blend of topics it presents

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Great synthesis of local reporting and expert commentary—ideal for staying updated on state politics.
Insightful and credible coverage with on-the-ground reporting that helps connect policy to real-world impacts.
My first episode,Just discovered this podcast and loving the blend of topics it presents, and it's been highly informative and engaging for Florida policy watchers.

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'Freedom Won, Freedom Lost,' History of Fort Mose and Emancipation Day in Florida
Q: What do you hope readers take away from your book about this history?
The hope is that people recognize that America's history includes African American achievements and struggles, and that progress comes with acknowledging the truth of the past even when it is uncomfortable, while also highlighting how far the nation has come and what remains to be done.
'Freedom Won, Freedom Lost,' History of Fort Mose and Emancipation Day in Florida
Q: What was it like to sit in those school desks your great-grandfather sat in?
Sitting in the old desks brought tears and awe, as the building, though aged, remains and housing records that connect the past to the present, making the history feel tangible and deeply personal.
'Freedom Won, Freedom Lost,' History of Fort Mose and Emancipation Day in Florida
Q: Describe that house and its place in your family's history.
The house is a classic southern home with white siding and a large front porch; it was built by Major Fordham, and it holds a collection of his writings and documents that reveal the arc of a Black family navigating Reconstruction to Jim Crow, illustrating a life of resilience and progress.
Live from Fort Myers: Property tax cuts, increasing healthspan, & the Caloosahatchee
Q: How is healthspan being measured, and why is it important to extend the years of healthy living?
Felton describes using eight health dimensions to track progress, aiming to add years free of chronic disease by 2040, with progress measured through early wins in partnerships and ongoing data from statewide metrics, education, and access to care.
Live from Fort Myers: Property tax cuts, increasing healthspan, & the Caloosahatchee
Q: What would be the practical impact on Cape Coral's budget if the property tax exemption passes, and how might services be affected?
The mayor explains that a reduction of about $28 million in year one, rising to roughly $47 million in year two, would squeeze funds currently used for public safety, parks, libraries, and transportation, potentially requiring fee increases or service cuts and a shift toward efficiency and new funding mechanisms.

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

A Florida-focused public radio program delivering timely analysis on politics, policy, environment, and local governance. Episodes often blend reporting from journalists with expert commentary from academics, policymakers, and community leaders, drawing connections between state politics, budgeting, redistricting, and public services. A notable strength is its roundtable and on-the-ground reporting style, which helps listeners understand complex Florida-specific issues—from property taxes and school funding to climate resilience and civil rights history. The show frequently features local government voices and subject-matter experts, giving it strong relevance for policymakers, journalists, and civic-minded professionals in Florida. Potenti... more

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1. James Fishback
2. Megan Bowman
3. Justin Senior
4. Carrie Sheridan
5. Kato Nord Hodges
6. John Gunter
7. Shawn Felton
8. Tom Bayles

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