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This week, we are talking with two Black women who are leaders in the community and who have each taken a different approach to politics.

Four self-proclaimed Blerds discuss what Blerd culture is and how the Black lived experience affects artforms associated with nerdom, like comics and cosplay.

A local nonprofit is providing shelter and support to unhoused, unaccompanied youth. A graduate from the program speaks about his experience.

This week on The Florida Roundup, we spoke with the chair of the Hillsborough County-City Planning Commission about transportation challenges and possible solutions (06:34). Then, we turned to an infectious disease expert for guidance on Florida’s measles outbreak (21:57). Plus, the latest in the effort to restrict books in Florida’s schools (33:12). And later, we bring you a few environmental stories from across the state (37:25).

Dalia Colón talks with Florida Matters about hosting The Zest podcast and releasing her new cookbook, "The Florida Vegetarian Cookbook."

In this episode, we’re talking about Bob Graham’s environmental legacy - including his efforts to protect wild places like the Everglades and other waterways - and wildlife, like the manatee.

On this episode of Florida Matters, we explore what the bill means for these workers. We also speak with a journalist about her investigation into the working conditions for hurricane cleanup workers.

This November, Floridians will vote yes or no on allowing adults 21 and older to use recreational marijuana.

Teachers have been navigating challenging and confusing times since education laws rolled out in 2022. In this episode, we get an update on what their classrooms have been like since.

On this episode of Florida Matters, you’ll hear from the United Way Suncoast about summer programs and other ways to stop the so-called “summer slide.” You’ll also hear about the pressure of competitive spelling, and what the spelling bee can teach you about life, from the spelling bee coach working with winners from the area.

On this episode of Florida Matters, we spoke with leaders in the greater Tampa Bay region’s Black LGBTQIA community about representation and the importance of both Pride and Juneteenth.

On this episode of Florida Matters, we’ll talk with two experts about the health impacts of vaping — both on adults and youth.

This week, we speak to WUSF reporters about their experience covering the pro-Palestinian protests on the USF campus, along with two local historians who talk about the history of protests in Tampa and at USF.

On this episode of Florida Matters, we talk with two people involved in the Sunshine Skyway Bridge documentary, including one of the divers who helped recover the victims.

Arts organizations around Florida are scrambling to make up budget shortfalls after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed $32 million in cultural and museum grants.

School board elections in Florida are nonpartisan, but this November voters will get to decide if they want to change to partisan elections.

Abortion is a polarizing issue. But whatever your opinion, if you’re a Floridian voting this November, you’ll have a say in whether the right to an abortion is written into the state constitution.

Debby dumped 12 inches of rain in some parts of Tampa Bay on her way through the area over the weekend. Cities are starting to assess the damage. And the Tampa Bay Rays are finally getting a new stadium, and then some, after the St. Petersburg City Council greenlighted the plan.

Democrats haven’t held statewide office in Florida since 2022. But a former congresswoman is trying to change that. Also, the primary election is coming up on Aug. 20. Early voting starts soon.

This week we hear from a St. Petersburg couple about what makes state parks so special. We also get an update on primary race results in the Tampa Bay area.

In this episode of Florida Matters, you’ll get a taste of what’s on offer from the host of the Zest Podcast, Dalia Colon. Season 10 of The Zest includes vegan fare for theme park buffs, what basketball pros eat when they’re on the road, and even some kitchen hacks.

Alex Mahadevan and Tara Newsom explain how to get involved in the political process and make your vote count, and how you can be a savvy consumer of political news.

Thaddeus Bullard talks about overcoming poverty, finding fame as professional wrestler Titus O'Neil, and helping the next generation.

WUSF’s Gabriella Paul has been talking to renters, homeowners and investigators to find out what’s been going on with the housing market. She says investors are changing the market by adding competition on houses deemed affordable.

In this episode of Florida Matters, we host a reporter roundtable to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.