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EPISODE · Sep 2, 2026 · 47 MIN

Why cats are crowding shelters, and when environmental worry overwhelms

from Florida Matters · host WUSF Public Media

Animal shelters in Tampa Bay have too many pets and not enough space. What’s leading to the overcapacity — especially for cats? And what can be done to reduce the number of stray and abandoned animals?Also, eco anxiety is a “chronic fear of environmental doom.” And it can be bad for your health — and the environment. Do you have it?We also revisit a report from WUSF's Jessica Meszaros about how climate change is taught in Florida schools.Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSFInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsN1ZItTKcJ4AGsBIni3

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