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Updated 11/05/2024

3d ago

A ‘big hairy mess’? Amendment 3’s passage and options for lost local funding

Florida homeowners are in line for a property tax break after voters approved Amendment 3 with 62% support. But the measure could leave local governments scrambling to replace billions of dollars in revenue. On “Florida Matters Live & Local,” we look at what that could mean for conservation lands, water management, public services and smaller communities that have fewer options to make up the difference. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3
Nov 4

Florida’s political landscape is still red, but the nation’s changes are out of the blue

A blue wave swept Democrats back into power on Capitol Hill during Tuesday’s midterms. But in Florida’s statewide races, the wave stopped just short of purple. The dust has barely settled, but we’ll try to unpack what just happened. After politics, we talk tougher laws for drivers who flee law enforcement, a year after four people were run down in Ybor City by a man who was in a high-speed chase with troopers. Finally, there’s a Pulitzer-winning play about a movie theater — and it’s being staged inside a movie theater. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3
Nov 5

Donatello Owner Gino Tiozzo on the Restaurant's 40-Year Anniversary

What do the rapper Drake, basketball player Magic Johnson and countless Floridians have in common? They've all enjoyed a meal at Donatello in Tampa. The Italian restaurant was started in 1984 by the late Guido Tiozzo, a native of Venice, Italy. Today, Guido’s son Gino Tiozzo is at the helm, balancing classic Italian dishes with customers’ ever-changing expectations. On a quiet morning, Dalia stopped by the dining room to chat with Gino. In this conversation, he reflects on the restaurant’s 40-year history, reveals the one dish he’ll never take off the menu and offers advice for cooking better Italian meals at home.
2d ago

Workers’ comp denied after classroom mold sickens teachers. Plus, Veterans Day reflections

Bardmoor Elementary School in Seminole has been dealing with mold, forcing students in at least four classes to change rooms. Parents were notified days later. Also, an ongoing project through the Library of Congress collects and preserves firsthand recollections of those who served going back to World War I. Finally, Tampa Theatre turns 100 this year. To celebrate, the historic showplace just underwent a facelift. The theater CEO brings us up to date and discusses plans for the next century. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3
6d ago

Original Broadcast, November 6, 2026

Each week, WUSF News and WLRN bring you The Florida Roundup. We bring you up to speed on all things Florida, be it politics, the environment, the economy, culture and more. Join host Carlton Gillespie for lively discussion with newsmakers, journalists and you! Email the program at radio@TheFloridaRoundup.org Connect With Us: X: @FloridaRoundup and (305) 995-1800
Nov 5

What USF’s rise in academics and research means for enrollment, and diving with a purpose

USF is becoming increasingly competitive. The university is among the top research schools in the country and a member of the American Association of Universities, along with being a top 50 public university. Then, the show graduates to the arts. First, we brush up on the annual SHINE mural festival, which kicks off in St. Petersburg this weekend. Then, we dive into a powerful new book, “Ocean of Bones,” about the quest to find a sunken slave ship near the Florida Keys and trace the survivors. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3
16h ago

Why Boozy Pig Owner Andrew Tambuzzo Bought a Herd of Swine

It’s one thing to know how the sausage gets made. It’s another thing to buy the pigs that become the sausage. But that’s what former Zest guest Andrew Tambuzzo recently did. Andrew is the founder and owner of The Boozy Pig Butchery & Kitchen in Tampa, which has locations in South Tampa and Davis Islands. In addition to selling pork products to the public, Boozy supplies meat to dozens of restaurants, hotels and other wholesale clients. To ensure the quality of his supply, Andrew recently purchased around 50 pigs of his own. They live on a farm in Pasco County. Buying livestock for your restaurant may sound extreme, but Andrew comes from a foodie family. His late grandfather Giuseppe Tambuzzo owned Tip Top Grocery Store in Ybor City, and his cousin John Barbie’s Tip Top Canning Co. was featured on The Zest earlier this year. Dalia met up with Andrew at the Boozy Pig’s South Tampa location as lunch hour was winding down. (They sat at a table that, moments earlier, had been occupied by former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn. In this conversation, Andrew explains why buying the pigs was important to him, how pork products are made—buckle up for that!—and ways to make flavorful meals from less expensive cuts of meat.
Oct 29

How Plant City Became the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World

Plant City, in Hillsborough County, has bragging rights as the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World. Its farms produce millions of berries each year. In fact, Hillsborough County, where Plant City is located, produces about 15 percent of the nation’s strawberries and nearly all of its winter strawberries, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. But this wasn’t always the case. Today, we’ll learn how a single event more than 100 years ago changed everything. I recently chatted with Jennifer Morgan. She’s a public relations and media representative for the Florida Strawberry Festival, which takes place March 3 to 13 in Plant City. Jennifer explains how strawberries—and the festival—became such big business.
Nov 2

Growth and affordability in Manatee County, and defining democratic socialism

Affordability and growth are going to have an impact on your life — no matter where in Florida you call home. On this episode, the program focuses on Manatee County, where a growing population and changing demographics are making it less affordable. How are residents and leaders responding? And we’ll also get you ready for Tuesday's midterms, including an update on early voting numbers and a look at how the order of candidates on the ballot can affect the results. Then, a closer look at the Democratic Socialists and why their message is striking a chord with some voters. Finally, a mental health expert discusses how to manage election anxiety. Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3
Apr 2

Alton Brown on Cuban Sandwiches, Kitchen Tools and Why You Shouldn’t Cook Like a TV Chef

You know Alton Brown from Food Network shows like Good Eats, Iron Chef America and Cutthroat Kitchen. Maybe you subscribe to his YouTube series, Alton Brown Cooks Food. Perhaps you’ve even caught one of his live shows, full of the scientific demonstrations and trademark humor that accompany Brown’s unique approach to food. But Brown says there’s still more to learn about him. After performing live in more than 300 cities for upwards of half a million fans, he’s embarking on a tour of more intimate events for what’s being billed as An Evening with Alton Brown. This includes a stop at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater on April 25. Ahead of his visit, we caught up with Brown. Special thanks to Katie Pedretty and Taylor McLamb at Ruth Eckerd Hall.

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