About this episode

The episode explores the high cost of living in Florida and discusses various related topics including civics education and BTS.

Florida is one of the most expensive Southern states in which to live. But why? We’re looking into a recent report on affordability in Florida. Plus, the special session, kids and civics, and BTS. Website: https://www.wusf.org Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg

People in this episode

Host: WUSF Public Media

Topics covered

• affordability
• civics education
• Florida economy
• BTS
• mapmaking

Keywords

• Florida
• affordability
• civics
• BTS
• cost of living
• mapmakers
• special session

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Books & works: BTS

Places: Florida

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