Is Florida Moving Backward In Its Fight Against COVID-19?
b"Episode 40 explores if the state is moving backward in its fight against the coronavirus. \\n\\nGabriella Paul speaks with an epidemiologist to find out if all the state's COVID-19 data is what it's cracked up to be (01:46). \\n\\nCamron Lunn talks with Floridians in their twenties about being something they never thought that they would be during this pandemic...at risk (08:11). \\n\\nJosh Williams is quarantined in South Florida, staying with immediate family after half-a-dozen extended family members tested positive following a Father's Day lunch. He explains what it's like when the virus hits home (12:34). \\n\\nMelissa Feito looks at cities and counties in Florida that are mandating facial coverings in public places and why wearing one is a good idea (18:12). \\n\\nThe 4th of July will look a little different for some Floridians this year as some counties have closed their beaches to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Anthony Montalto checks in from South Florida (23:19). \\n\\nAnd with the surge in cases and stricter regulations from cities and counties, local restaurants and bars are finding it more difficult to operate. Taylor Levesque spoke to local business owners who say they are struggling (27:47). \\n\\nThis podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north central Florida."