Libertarian Sen. Jeff Brandes, the most interesting Republican in Florida politics, is leaving the Florida Senate due to term limits. He joined us to discuss his passion for policy over politics, and his post-office plans for a policy “Do-Tank,” The Florida Policy Project to focus on criminal justice reform, property insurance, transportation, and housing affordability.
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Florida man uses COVID stimulus to build garden, spread message of food independence
An East Tampa man is gaining notoriety after he used his COVID-19 stimulus check to start a garden at his home. He’s trying to share his produce with the neighborhood and teach others about food independence. LISTEN: It’s second-to-last house on Michael Chaney’s block, just next to a set of railroad tracks that bisect the… Read more »
Legislators call for ‘people’s budget’ to prioritize Floridians and cure deficit
A group comprised of state legislators and union members are proposing a “people’s budget” to prioritize average Floridians over corporations. The group met in a virtual forum Monday to discuss fixes for the state’s looming $2.7 billion budget. LISTEN: State Rep. Anna Eskamani issued the call-to-action for this Friday. “This Friday, Jan. 29, SEIU and… Read more »
M-CORES, sales tax and nude beaches. Pinellas residents give ideas to fix $2 billion budget woe.
Members of Pinellas County’s legislative delegation met with their constituents Tuesday to discuss priorities for the coming 2021 session. Residents had plenty of ideas for how to fix Florida’s pandemic-induced budget woes. That included what to do with the M-CORES program, internet sales tax and even nude beaches. LISTEN: Florida’s $2.7 billion budget shortfall has… Read more »
New stimulus package still excludes some citizens and taxpayers.
Here is a link to many coronavirus resources The new $900 billion coronavirus stimulus package is still in limbo over President Donald Trump’s refusal to sign. And while it does fix a marriage penalty for citizens married to legal immigrants, millions of American’s and American taxpayers still won’t be getting stimulus checks. Mixed-status marriage penalty… Read more »
Pandemic relief includes billions for independent venues
Here is a link to many coronavirus resources The House and Senate Monday passed a long-overdue pandemic relief package that includes $15 billion in aid to independent venues and theaters. The Save Our Stages Act extends an essential lifeline to the shuttered live music industry. LISTEN: The Save Our Stages Act only took up about… Read more »
Pandemic prompts St. Pete residents to call for rent relief, eviction moratorium during Friday rally
Here is a link to many coronavirus resources A group of St. Petersburg residents have organized to fight back against a rising wave of evictions, another crisis brought during the COVID-19 pandemic. A rally is scheduled Friday to call for rent relief and extension of eviction moratoriums while the pandemic persists. LISTEN: Mel Meyer’s year… Read more »
St. Petersburg issues ‘Race to Safe’ challenge to keep COVID rate among lowest in the state
Here is a link to many coronavirus resources St. Petersburg leaders Monday announced a new initiative to fight the spread of COVID-19. The “Race to Safe” campaign challenges residents to help keep COVID numbers in St. Pete and Pinellas among the lowest in Florida. LISTEN: Standing under a cloudy sky on the rain soaked steps… Read more »
Radioactivity Tuesday: Local businesses calling for more federal aid; Breaking down the St. Petersburg black vote
December 1, 2020 Good morning, welcome to Radioactivity. I’m Rob Lorei. Coming up we’ll take a deep dive into the November 3rd election and look at voting trends among African Americans in St. Petersburg. But first – small businesses are still hurting because of the coronavirus pandemic. Earlier this year many stores, restaurants and bars were… Read more »
Tampa Bay performers join Rep. Charlie Crist to support Save Our Stages Act
A panel of professional performers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic joined Congress member Charlie Crist Wednesday to announce support for the Save Our Stages Act. The bill would provide relief to independent venues around the country that’ve been forced to close or limit operations during shutdowns. LISTEN: The White House listed ending the COVID-19 pandemic… Read more »
