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The Florida Roundup is a live, weekly call-in show with a distinct focus on the issues affecting Floridians. Each Friday at noon, listeners can engage in the conversation with journalists, newsmakers and other Floridians about change, policy and the future of our lives in the sunshine state.Join our host, WLRN’s Tom Hudson, broadcasting from Miami.

The Florida Roundup: Live from Key West

WLRN Public Media

Published August 9, 2024 at 4:48 PM EDT

This week on The Florida Roundup, we went to Key West for a special show with a live studio audience. First, we spoke with former Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell. Then, we were joined by WLRN’s environment editor Jenny Staletovich to talk about warming ocean waters and coral reef restoration. And later, we heard from Julia Cooper, WLRN reporter covering the Florida Keys.

The Florida Roundup: Live from Key West

Key West is the last island of the chain, marking the end of Florida … and often the first place many of the impacts of climate change are seen.

We visited the southernmost city for a special edition of The Florida Roundup to look at how what’s happening here can inform sustainability efforts across the state. We also spoke about the high cost of living with rising insurance premiums, vacation rentals, and access to health care.

Guests:

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, former U.S. Representative (FL-26th).
Jenny Staletovich, environment editor for WLRN.
Julia Cooper, WLRN reporter covering the Florida Keys and South Dade.

The Florida Roundup: Live from Key West

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