Features & Capabilities

Two primary ways to enjoy WUSF content: Live streaming and On-Demand. The WUSF Public Media App lets you listen to WUSF 89.7 and Classical WSMR 89.1/103.9 with one-click stream switching, background playback, and travel-friendly access.

On-Demand includes Florida Matters Live & Local, The Bay Blend, and other programs, with DVR-like controls, segment-level browsing, past programs, and integrated program pages for more information. Additional features include CarPlay, Upstream submissions, notifications, social media integration, weather, schedules, a Sleep Timer and Alarm Clock, and membership support.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
University of South Florida
Rating:
4.50
(57)
Version:
12.0.1 Last updated: 2026-05-21
Version code:
885947272
Creation date:
2016-06-20
Compatible devices:
Size:
38.59MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-05
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Developed by:
University of South Florida
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wusf-public-media-app/id1125020596
Website:
https://www.wusf.usf.edu

User Reviews

User reviews converge on a mix of praise and frustration. Many welcome the app’s upgrade, improved usability, and easy access to live streams, WSMR/classical music, podcasts, and NPR/WUSF content. However, recurring issues persist: intrusive ads before playback, inconsistent streaming with buffering and slow loads, and stability problems after updates (crashes/freeze). Some critics also cite a confusing redesign and UI hurdles. Overall, the app delivers strong content and a simpler experience for many, but performance and ad experiences remain top pain points for a sizable portion of users.
Pros
  • Significant upgrade over the previous app with improved performance.
  • Easy to use and well-organized interface.
  • Great access to live stream, WSMR classical, and podcasts.
  • High-quality NPR/WUSF programming and content.
  • Stable performance on multiple devices and generally smooth operation.
Cons
  • Intrusive, pre-roll ads and forced advertising before playback (hard to skip).
  • Buffering and intermittent streaming issues.
  • Crashes or freezes after updates / redesign.
  • Confusing UI/UX changes with splash screens and odd icons that hinder navigation.
Recent reviews
This is a solid upgrade from WUSF’s previous app.
by SR*****, 2026-02-13

Link to listen to WSMR classical is not visible on my iPhone16e device, so can’t connect using that device. All other Apple devices connect fine.
by tx*****, 2026-01-15

This is a huge upgrade from the last App, which was kind of wonky and didn’t work all the time
by iC*****, 2026-01-06
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