Monday, June 22nd, 2026: Controversy over Kayne West's concerts in Tampa

Tuesday, July 7th, 2026: A hyperscale data center? One Polk County dad says not in my backyard

A Fort Meade resident and businessman is suing the city over plans to build a massive AI data center a half-acre from his home. WUSF's Jessica Meszaros joins the pod with that report. Plus, a reminder on vote-by-mail for Tampa Bay residents. And lots of weeknight activities to sprinkle into your schedule.  - The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. 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

Monday, July 6th, 2026: How special interest groups shaped a little-known law in Florida

A largely overlooked but important change to Florida's transportation law could change your experience at everyone's favorite place: the car dealership. Today, you'll learn why that is with host Gabriella Paul. Plus, Post Malone is coming to Tampa!  The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. 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

Friday, July 3rd, 2026: Your 4th of July local weekend event roundup!

We have a special 4th of July weekend roundup for you today, talking about all of the red, white and blue events you can check out in the Tampa Bay area to celebrate the country's BIG 250! Before that though, you're getting the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org [https://www.wusf.org] Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter [https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter] Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF [https://www.facebook.com/WUSF] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ [https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg]

Thursday, July 2nd, 2026: Your local music roundup for the 4th of July weekend!

It’s time for another local music roundup, with America’s big 250th Birthday in mind. We’ll have some spots where you can listen to some tunes and feel that American spirit in your bones. And, of course, some fun events to check out tonight throughout the Tampa Bay area. But first - you're getting the news. The Bay Blend is sponsored by Seitenbacher. Website: https://www.wusf.org [https://www.wusf.org] Sign up for our daily newsletter: https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter [https://www.wusf.org/wakeupcall-newsletter] Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF [https://www.facebook.com/WUSF] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ [https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni35gg]

Wednesday, July 1st, 2026: Running a marathon as a POTATO? + local reaction to birthright citizenship being upheld

Wednesday, July 1st, 2026: Running a marathon as a POTATO? + local reaction to birthright citizenship being upheld