Florian Martin

Business Reporter

Florian Martin is currently the News 88.7 business reporter.

Florian’s stories can frequently be heard on other public radio stations throughout Texas and on NPR nationwide. Some of them have earned him awards from Texas AP Broadcasters, the Houston Press Club, National Association of Real Estate Editors, and Public Radio News Directors Inc.

Florian is a native of Germany. His studies in Leipzig (Houston’s German sister city) included a year abroad at the University of Houston.

After earning his M.A. in journalism, American studies and Hispanic studies at the University of Leipzig, Florian returned to Houston and started off his new life interning in the KUHF newsroom.

After a 16-month stint as a reporter for Houston Community Newspapers, Florian was invited back to Houston Public Media in 2012 to take over the NewsLab Coordinator position and quickly morphed into a daily reporter.

Florian is often heard saying that he is living the American Dream. He lives in Clear Lake City.

In-Depth

Could Houston Be The ‘Energy Capital’ Without Oil And Gas?

Posted on October 16, 2019 · Houston has some things going for it in a low-carbon energy future.

Business

Environment, Security On Houston Holiday Shoppers’ Minds

Posted on October 14, 2019 · An annual holiday retail survey finds Houstonians expect to spend more than the national average – and they still like to shop at physical stores.

Bauer Business Focus

Texas Patients Get Bigger Bills, But No Better Care When Doctors Are Affiliated With A Hospital, Study Finds

Posted on October 11, 2019 · A growing number of physicians are employed by hospitals and they tend to charge patients more, according to the Rice study.

News

In Houston, Sen. Cornyn Calls For Renewing Congressional Rape Kit Funding

Posted on October 3, 2019 · The Texas senator used Houston’s forensic science center as a stage to urge Congress to reauthorize the Debbie Smith Act.

Immigration

Houston Nonprofits Brace For Trump’s Historic Cuts To Refugee Resettlement

Posted on October 1, 2019 · Under the new refugee cap, the U.S. will accept no more than 18,000 refugees in the 2020 fiscal year, down from the current historic low of 30,000.

News

How To Avoid Buying A Flooded Car

Posted on September 30, 2019 · Nationwide, Houston is the city with the most flood-damaged cars on the roads.

News

Most Texas Latino Voters Fear Gun Violence Driven By Racism, According To Poll

Posted on September 27, 2019 · More than 80% of Latino voters in Texas are concerned about being targeted by racist killers.

Business

Advice To Houston Employers: Embrace New Technology To Attract Gen Z Workforce

Posted on September 27, 2019 · We spoke with John Romanow of staffing company Kelly Services about the latest jobs report for Houston.

News

India’s Prime Minister Modi, President Trump Tout Achievements At Houston Rally

Posted on September 22, 2019 · A large crowd showed up for the 'Howdy, Modi!' event at NRG Stadium.

Energy & Environment

Students Rally Outside Houston City Hall For Global Climate Change Strike

Posted on September 20, 2019 · It comes a day after yet another tropical storm put parts of Houston under water.

News

Saudi Arabia’s Oil Fires Were Extinguished Within Hours, So Why Did It Take So Long In Deer Park?

Posted on September 19, 2019 · The ITC chemical fire in March sent a big black plume over Houston for days.

Health & Science

Ethnic Differences Matter When Talking About Suicide Prevention, UH Research Suggests

Posted on September 18, 2019 · Suicide risk factors vary by ethnic group in the United States.

Business

Texas Economy May Benefit From Saudi Oil Outage

Posted on September 16, 2019 · Oil prices spiked after an attack on Saudi Arabia’s oil facilities on the weekend.

Politics

Both Democrats And Republicans Put Focus On Texas Latino Vote

Posted on September 13, 2019 · Two events in Houston showcase the parties’ increased efforts to secure Latino votes.

Bauer Business Focus

Getting More Latinos On Houston’s Corporate Boards Among Biggest Challenges For Hispanic Chamber

Posted on September 13, 2019 · The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held its annual State of Hispanics event.