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The Bay Blend

WUSF
Tampa Bay
Tampa
Tampa Bay Area
Florida
St. Petersburg
Hillsborough County
Ybor City
Gasparilla
Thanksgiving
Tampa, United States
Seitenbacher
Phosphate Mining
University Of South Florida
USF
Tampa Bay Region
Hurricane Melissa
Sarasota
Halloween Events
WUSF
Climate Change

Do you want a quick way to get local headlines, and discover some cultural events and things to do around the Tampa Bay area? Then check out The Bay Blend from WUSF.

The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher.

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You feel that? The weekend is loading. And with it, so is your weekend event roundup with Malaika Hollist from Arts Axis Florida. On today's Bay Blend, you'll get the lowdown of local events Friday through Sunday. Plus, the headlines and a few new fo... more

You'll hear about some sick tunes to catch live this weekend, including a Reverend -- yes, a Reverend -- serving up some righteous, boogey-woogey blues in Sarasota. Plus, the news. 

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The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher.

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This year’s World Cup was a ton of fun! There was so much action from beginning to end, and two guys were paid to watch every single minute from the opening match to the World Cup Final. One of them is from Florida! You’ll hear from both of them in a... more

Some families of immigrants who have been detained and deported have been trying to go through the legal avenues to bring them back home, but doing that can be very, very expensive. You’ll hear from some residents in the Tampa Bay region experiencing... more

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Recent Guests

Ashlyn Bolton
Festival owner and director of Tampa Bay Tap Festival
Tampa Bay Tap Festival
Episode: Wednesday, July 15th, 2026: A tap dancer wants to put Tampa on the map + ICE makes arrests in Arcadia
Aaron Tolson
Professional tap dancer
Professional dancer
Episode: Wednesday, July 15th, 2026: A tap dancer wants to put Tampa on the map + ICE makes arrests in Arcadia
Derrick Grant
Tap legend
Tap dance community
Episode: Wednesday, July 15th, 2026: A tap dancer wants to put Tampa on the map + ICE makes arrests in Arcadia
Nikki Fried
Florida Democratic Party Chair
Florida Democratic Party
Episode: Wednesday, July 15th, 2026: A tap dancer wants to put Tampa on the map + ICE makes arrests in Arcadia
Manny Leto
Local historian
City of Tampa historian
Episode: Wednesday, July 15th, 2026: A tap dancer wants to put Tampa on the map + ICE makes arrests in Arcadia
Kerry Sheridan
WUSF reporter
WUSF News
Episode: Monday, July 13th, 2026: Florida court strikes down parts of Stop WOKE Act
Brenda Abrus
Job seeker featured in the segment, recent graduate
University of Central Florida (USF/UCF context inferred)
Episode: Wednesday, July 8th, 2026: How AI is changing the job search for Gen Z + a federal judge rejects Florida's Stop WOKE Act
Priya Dozier
Faculty member commenting on AI's impact on business and education
University of South Florida
Episode: Wednesday, July 8th, 2026: How AI is changing the job search for Gen Z + a federal judge rejects Florida's Stop WOKE Act
Isalina Laguno
26-year-old job seeker sharing experience with AI screening
Episode: Wednesday, July 8th, 2026: How AI is changing the job search for Gen Z + a federal judge rejects Florida's Stop WOKE Act

Hosts

Sky LeBron
Host of the program focusing on local Tampa Bay news, culture, and events
Meghan Bowman
Host of the program with a focus on local events and community coverage

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • I Didn’t Even Know You Could Eat Copper

    That’s cool.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clutch Cutch
    United States3 months ago
  • Music!!!

    I love the Bay Blend! Thursday is my favorite day to listen for the Music Events Round Up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kim-Marie W.
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    I don’t even live in the Tampa Bay but I feel even more plugged into local happenings there than in my hometown — all thanks to this podcast. Sky is hilarious and I love the energy and humor he brings to this quick, accessible informational podcast. WUSF: We want more of this. Absolute fire. Fuego. Caliente.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sky’s Chupacabra Costume
    United States7 months ago
  • Very much enjoy listening

    The cute 2026 hat alone gets 5 stars

    Other than that, I picked this podcast up to get a taste of Tampa News in a short amount of time. I like it because it's interesting, informative, and fun to listen to start my day

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    *Special K *
    United States7 months ago
  • Lovely little podcast!

    I listen to The Bay Blend every weekday on my way to school, and it's a great way to get caught up with all the local Tampa Bay events in ten minutes or less. Kudos to Sky and the rest of the WUSF team for putting on a great program!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emargelo
    United States7 months ago

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Host delivers concise, approachable local updates that respect listeners' time.
Guests bring varied local expertise, making episodes informative and relatable.
Listeners appreciate strong local focus and practical event details, with brand sponsorships felt as local flavor rather than intrusive.
Energy and humor from hosts help balance dense local topics and a fast news cycle.

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Thursday, July 16th, 2026: It's time for your weekly music roundup!
Q: What's up, man?
Warren shares his current vibe and confirms the lineup for the weekend, including notable local performances and the energy around the Tampa Bay music scene.
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026: More political drama in Florida + ACOTAR release date
Q: A candidate's oath, what's that?
The guest explains that a candidate's oath is a sworn statement required when submitting qualifying documents for office, with potential penalties for perjury, and it includes attestations about eligibility.
Tuesday, July 7th, 2026: A hyperscale data center? One Polk County dad says not in my backyard
Q: So how did Michael first hear about this plan in his backyard?
He learned about the project through conversations with friends who asked for his thoughts, highlighting how no direct outreach had reached him by mail or knock on the door.
Tuesday, June 30th, 2026: How is USF's college of Marine Science recovering after a massive fire?
Q: Jess, I imagine there was and still is so much research in there. Was any of it salvageable, if that's a word?
The dean and researchers indicate that most samples may be viable, but their usability will need to be tested through experiments to determine if they still function after smoke and water exposure.
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026: Why getting a Green Card in Florida could become harder + New boats for the Tampa Bay Ferry!
Q: How could these changes affect people who need to come here legally given the new visa restrictions and travel bans?
If bans or restrictions persist, people may face longer waiting periods, unclear timelines for reentry or entry eligibility, and greater uncertainty about when they can complete the green-card process.

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A fast-paced Tampa Bay-focused brief that blends local news, culture, and events with light humor and personal storytelling. Episodes spotlight weekend guides for music, arts, and family-friendly happenings, plus rapid updates on politics, education, and local developments. A recurring strength is the mix of on-the-ground reporting, arts and music insights, and practical event tips, often anchored by casual banter and sponsor mentions. The show stands out for its hyper-local flavor, cross-pertilization between news and culture, and approachable format that makes dense local topics feel accessible to a broad audience.

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Recent guests on The Bay Blend include:

1. Ashlyn Bolton
2. Aaron Tolson
3. Derrick Grant
4. Nikki Fried
5. Manny Leto
6. Kerry Sheridan
7. Brenda Abrus
8. Priya Dozier

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