PM Tampa Bay with Ryan Gorman

Latest Episodes:

Show Open: The Growing Anti-Face Mask Movement May 08, 2020

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Ryan opens the show discussing the growing anti-face mask movement across the country, and explains the science behind wearing a face mask to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger Continues to Provide Help Throughout Tampa Bay May 07, 2020

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Ryan talks to Jane Walker from the Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger about their work assisting those in need, including children, throughout the area during this coronavirus outbreak and economic crisis.

'The Death of Expertise' and Its Impact on Our Current Public Health Crisis May 07, 2020

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Ryan talks to the author of 'The Death of Expertise' Tom Nichols about the pushback in recent years to experts and how that has impacted our current public health crisis.

Why the State's Unemployment System Keeps Failing Floridians May 07, 2020

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Ryan and Felix talk to Information Technology & Innovation Foundation Vice President Daniel Castro about the technical issues with Florida's broken unemployment system.

Broward County Sheriff Under Fire Over Past Shooting & Scandalous Pics May 07, 2020

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Ryan and Felix discuss the recent revelation that Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony killed a man in self-defense when he was younger, yet never disclosed that to local or state officials. They also talk about salacious pictures of the sheriff that have gone public.

Condo Rental Denied to Florida Nurse Over Exposure to COVID-19 Patients May 07, 2020

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Ryan and Felix discuss two legal issues, one involving a Florida nurse who was denied a condo rental because of her interactions with COVID-19 patients, and another involving the family of a Bayshore Blvd. jogger who was struck and killed by a drunk driver.

Preparations Are Underway in Florida for a Coronavirus/Hurricane Combo May 07, 2020

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Ryan and Felix discuss predictions for the 2020 hurricane season and preparations being made by state and federal officials for how to deal with coronavirus and hurricane evacuations at the same time.

How Florida's Theme Parks Plan to Reopen May 07, 2020

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Ryan and Felix discuss how Florida's theme parks may decide to reopen after details of the reopening of Shanghai Disney are revealed.

The Economic Impact of Reopening America May 06, 2020

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Ryan talks to University of Tampa Assistant Professor of Economics Dr. Abby Blanco about the economic impact of reopening the economy and what economists are paying close attention to throughout this crisis.

Florida Jury Trials Delayed Until July + Felon Voting Rights Update May 06, 2020

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Ryan and Felix discuss the decision by Florida's Supreme Court to push jury trials back till July, along with an update on a felon voting rights case.