This week on Florida Matters we explore Downtown Tampa and St. Petersburg. Forbes magazine ranked the area last for young professionals among the 40 largest U-S metropolitan areas. Are things really that bad? We speak with local business owners and Tampa Mayor Pam Iorio.
Florida Matters is WUSF 89.7's forum that goes beyond the daily headlines and explores issues that matter to you and your community.
Florida Matters addresses critical issues identified by listeners in our Ascertainment Survey 2006. The top five issues that matter most to you are: education, transportation, growth management, environment and affordable housing. Hear directly from decision makers, experts and other concerned citizens. Our purpose is not only to stimulate conversation, but to advance the discussion.
Learn more about WUSF's Ascertainment Survey 2006.
Florida Matters WUSF Host Carson Cooper
Carson Cooper
Carson Cooper has been a favorite of listeners as Host of "Morning Edition" on WUSF 89.7 since 2000. He also reports for other WUSF 89.7 broadcasts. Carson has worked in Tampa Bay radio for more than two decades.
