MidPoint

By WMNF 88.5 FM Tampa

MidPoint episodes

May 20 Crisis Center of Tampa Bay leaders discuss mental health and community support
Mental health leaders from the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay say more residents are seeking support, but gaps in crisis response and behavioral health care remain.
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May 13 Cruise ship outbreaks raise questions about travel safety and public health oversight
As cruise ship outbreaks raise alarms, health experts and legal analysts weigh the risks of norovirus, hantavirus, public health oversight, and whether cruises are still safe for travelers.
55 min
May 06 Investigative reporter Jason Garcia examines Florida's political struggles
Investigative journalist Jason Garcia discusses Florida's congressional maps, voting laws, executive authority, and the growing influence of political power in Tallahassee.
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April 29 Documentary 'Dad Genes' examines sperm donation and changing definition of family
The documentary "Dad Genes" explores sperm donation, DNA technology, and family identity, as producer Matt Isaac and attorney Roia Barrios discuss this on WMNF's MidPoint.
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April 22 Lawyers raise ethical concerns over Pam Bondi's conduct as Attorney General
Lawyers, including Jon May and Johnny Bardine, raise concerns over Pam Bondi's conduct as a Florida Bar complaint questions her ethical lapses.
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April 15 Whistle Watch in Hillsborough: How residents use a simple alert system to track ICE activity
Hillsborough County residents are using "Whistle Watch" to alert neighbors of ICE activity. Learn how the community-driven approach works and what resources are available.
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April 08 New Florida voting law could limit access of eligible voters
As Florida prepares to implement the Florida SAVE Act in 2027, voting rights advocates warn that new verification requirements could unintentionally exclude eligible voters. During a MidPoint discussion, experts highlighted how document mismatches, name changes, and behind-the-scenes data checks may create obstacles many voters won't see coming--raising concerns about access, awareness, and the future of voter participation.
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April 01 Behind the Rays' $2.3 billion stadium proposal
Who pays the price? The Tampa Bay Rays' $2.3 billion stadium proposal is a defining issue for the region, combining sports, economics, and public policy concerns.
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March 25 Florida bills raise questions on environment and local control
Florida lawmakers have passed a series of bills affecting voting rules, public lands, and local authority, sparking debate over environmental policy and community impact across the state.
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March 18 Happily Ever After: The Boom in Romance Reading
From Bridgerton to Heated Rivalry in historical and sports settings, to romantasy with Vampires and Faes, and to underrepresented communities seeing themselves in Shane and KiKi Banjo, romance is now the highest-grossing and most popular fiction genre globally.
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