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.

Education News

University Of Houston Receives Largest Donation In Its History

Posted on August 22, 2019 · An anonymous donor has pledged $50 million to UH’s “Here, We Go” fundraising campaign.

Business

Robotic Drone Company Wants To Conquer Houston Market

Posted on August 21, 2019 · Israel-based Airobotics says its drones could be useful in preventing refinery fires.

Business

How Will The Next Recession Affect Houston?

Posted on August 20, 2019 · The Bayou City has suffered less than the rest of the country in previous economic downturns.

News

US Census Bureau Starts Canvassing In Some Houston Neighborhoods

Posted on August 19, 2019 · Census workers are going door-to-door to verify addresses for the upcoming population count.

News

Monthly Report Shows Strong Job Growth For Houston But The Numbers May Be Too Good To Be True

Posted on August 16, 2019 · A regional economist says economic indicators point to less job growth than Bureau of Labor Statistics numbers suggest.

Business

Amazon Opens Tech Hub In Houston

Posted on July 26, 2019 · The city sees it as a sign that it is making progress in its effort to become a destination for tech innovation.

Bauer Business Focus

Meet The New Dean Of UH’s Bauer College Of Business

Posted on July 26, 2019 · Paul Pavlou started as the school’s dean on July 1.

News

New Forensic Evidence Seems To Contradict Police Narrative Of Botched Harding Street Drug Raid

Posted on July 25, 2019 · The family of the woman killed in the raid is now asking a judge to force some police managers to testify in court.

In-Depth

Houston Police Frustrated About ‘Sweetheart Deals’ And Low Bond For Some Violent Criminals

Posted on July 24, 2019 · The HPD chief and police union president blame the Harris County DA’s office and judges for crimes by offenders who they say should have been in jail.

Business

Houston Breaks Ground On Innovation District

Posted on July 19, 2019 · “The Ion” is a major step towards growing Houston’s innovation culture.

Business

Houston Rent Growth Slower Than In Other Texas Metros

Posted on July 18, 2019 · Researchers credit Harvey and the supply of apartments.

Health & Science

CDC Takes Fight Against HIV To Houston

Posted on July 16, 2019 · Harris County is one of 50 communities the CDC is targeting for an initiative to end the spread of HIV.

Bauer Business Focus

Study Suggests People Act Unethically At Work If They Leave Their Real Self At Home

Posted on July 12, 2019 · A University of Houston researcher says bringing your whole self to work benefits both the employee and the employer.

In-Depth

As Houston’s South Asian Population Grows, So Does The Popularity Of Cricket

Posted on July 11, 2019 · The new Prairie View cricket complex will reportedly be the largest in the United States.

Local

Houston Considers Making Its Juvenile Curfew Rule Less Restrictive

Posted on July 11, 2019 · City Council heard from the public before the administration will work on changes to the two decades old ordinance.