Our Changing State

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If you’re new to voting – or to Florida, you might feel more engaged if you knew more about the issues and the candidates. Our Changing State from WUSF helps you navigate election season – with information on things like mail-in ballots, constitutional amendments and how to spot misinformation. Host Matthew Peddie speaks with experts who will tell you how to register, where to cast your ballot and how to read election ads. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

  1. Our Changing State Vote 24 - Feeling stressed over the election? Take A Deep Breath

    11/05/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24 - Feeling stressed over the election? Take A Deep Breath

    The presidential election has been so close and a big source of stress for a lot of Americans. Just over half of Americans feel angry when they think about politics, and nearly two -thirds always or often feel exhausted thinking about it. So, we offer some tips on keeping calm amid the turmoil and uncertainty. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf

    21 min
  2. Our Changing State Vote 24 - When Will We Know Who Won The Election

    11/04/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24 - When Will We Know Who Won The Election

    Tuesday, Nov. 5, may be election day, but don't expect to know who will be the next President of the United States. In this episode, we explain why patience is a must. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf

    11 min
  3. Our Changing State Vote 24: How secure are elections

    10/30/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24: How secure are elections

    It’s a very contentious election season and a lot of people are worried about voting integrity. That includes fears of fraud, stoked by misinformation, to concerns about outside interference. Our Changing State talks with a Florida official about what elections offices do, and the threats they are on guard for. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf

    22 min
  4. Our Changing State Vote 24 - What's Real and What's Fake? Misinformation in politics and social media

    10/23/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24 - What's Real and What's Fake? Misinformation in politics and social media

    It’s been a bruising election campaign and a brutal hurricane season- and misinformation is swirling on social media. Amid the images of candidates and storm victims- how can you spot what’s real and what’s fake? This episode, you'll get an update on misinformation - driven by politics, AI the rumor mill. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf

    17 min
  5. Our Changing State Vote 24 - How Storm Victims Can Make Sure Their Vote Counts

    10/16/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24 - How Storm Victims Can Make Sure Their Vote Counts

    Well Election Day is just weeks away. Mail and ballots are in hand and early voting is about to start, but for many of you in the Greater Tampa Bay Region, back -to -back hurricanes have added an extra challenge to voting for those communities rebuilding after Milton and Helene. If you're a voter in communities affected by hurricanes, we have some advice on making sure your vote is counted. Learn more at https://www.wusf.org/podcast-our-changing-state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf

    14 min
  6. Our Changing State Vote 24 - Immigration is a top issue this year - but it's more complicated than you know

    10/09/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24 - Immigration is a top issue this year - but it's more complicated than you know

    Some Floridians worry how immigration affects the security of our borders, others are concerned about the rise of xenophobic rhetoric aimed at immigrants. There is some agreement: the US immigration system is broken. We’re stripping away the politics to help you learn about the reality of immigration’s impact on jobs and taxes, crime and asylum seekers. Learn more at https://www.wusf.org/podcast-our-changing-state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf Our Changing State is a production of WUSF. Our host is Matthew Peddie. Executive Producer is Gracyn Doctor. Scott Wachtler produces the podcast. Video is by Warren Buchholz and Chandler Balkcom who also does our graphics. Engineering support from Blake Bass. Jackson Harpe composed our theme music.

    19 min
  7. Our Changing State Vote 24 - Comparing Florida political candidates

    10/02/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24 - Comparing Florida political candidates

    State and federal lawmakers make a lot of decisions affecting your life, so it's important to know who wants to represent you. WUSF's Voter Guide lets you learn about and compare candidates for state House and Senate, and Congressional and U.S. Senate races. Learn more at https://www.wusf.org/podcast-our-changing-state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf Our Changing State is a production of WUSF. Our host is Matthew Peddie. Executive Producer is Gracyn Doctor. Scott Wachtler produces the podcast. Video is by Warren Buchholz and Chandler Balkcom who also does our graphics. Engineering support from Blake Bass. Jackson Harpe composed our theme music.

    12 min
  8. Our Changing State Vote 24 - Voters and the Media. What you need to know

    09/25/2024

    Our Changing State Vote 24 - Voters and the Media. What you need to know

    A lot of college-aged people are pessimistic. They've lived through gun violence, January 6th, the pandemic and now the Israeli and Palestinian conflict. St. Petersburg College Professor Tara Newsom tells Our Changing State that they're paying attention because this election, more than any other, is going to make an impact. Learn more at https://www.wusf.org/podcast-our-changing-state Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ X: https://twitter.com/wusf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3De5zyL9dIadAbkl9uqFIf Our Changing State is a production of WUSF. Our host is Matthew Peddie. Executive Producer is Gracyn Doctor. Scott Wachtler produces the podcast. Video is by Warren Buchholz and Chandler Balkcom who also does our graphics. Engineering support from Blake Bass. Jackson Harpe composed our theme music.

    14 min
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If you’re new to voting – or to Florida, you might feel more engaged if you knew more about the issues and the candidates. Our Changing State from WUSF helps you navigate election season – with information on things like mail-in ballots, constitutional amendments and how to spot misinformation. Host Matthew Peddie speaks with experts who will tell you how to register, where to cast your ballot and how to read election ads. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

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  • Channel
    WUSF
  • Creator
    WUSF
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 WUSF. University of South Florida. All rights reserved.
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