University of Miami Podcasting Storytelling

This episode of Global Now is made for kids who want to learn more about protecting the environment. Hosts Allison and Poala interview Pete and Heidi, two plastic cups from a coffee shop in Miami. Heidi shares her journey in the great outdoors, and both cups explain what it’s like being a single-use plastic item and how people can make choices to reduce the amount of disposable plastics our world...

In this episode of Global Now... Gabby, Vanessa, and our team will take you into downtown Miami for one leg of the 2022 International Climate Strike. On this #FridayforFuture we'll take you inside the heart of the fight for climate justice in our conversations with CLEO Institute leaders, protestors, and Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. Want to get involved in climate justice? For mor...

Plastic in our oceans is killing ocean life and many species of fish are suffering if nothing is done these species will be extinct. This podcast takes you on the journey of some sea animals that are suffering from plastic and what waste is doing to our oceans. Justin Ferrara a Marine Biologist major at the University of Miami, goes into depth about the concerns he has noticed firsthand. If you wa...

We took an electric car around South Beach to test it out. During this episode, we talked about the experience of driving an electric car, and the pros/cons, and tested the charging stations around town to see if they really work. Enjoy the show!

If you own a home or business, this episode is for you! Today we're exploring all things solar with our professional, Eric Turso. From installation to maintenance, and overall price, learn if solar energy is the right option.

Listen to the Miami Girl go from the end of South Florida to the northern tip of South Florida using public transportation! Ride with Vanessa on the Train Track to Sustainability as she investigates which train is better... Brightline or Tri-Rail. Which one will she pick? Listen and find out!

On this episode of Global Now, Gabby and Paola wake up bright and early to check out Design Lab Miami, where people of all ages can make one-of-a-kind garments from materials found on the beach! From pieces like cement shoes to skirts made of snack bags, nothing is off limits for this sustainable fashion shop. For more information, be sure to check out designlabmiami.com.

Ever wonder how you can shop more sustainably? In this episode of Global Now, Gabby and Vanessa are heading to the Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique to explore an environmentally-friendly alternative to harmful fast-fashion sites. Want to check it out for yourself? Head to lotushousethrift.org.

In this episode of Global Now we visit The Parodi Costume Collection in Downtown Miami and talk with Paquita Parodi, one of the world’s premier historical fashion collectors and restorers. She and her family speak to us about conservation within the fashion industry and the importance of preserving historical garments for the future.

In this episode of Global Now... Anna + Allison walk you through two stores: one in a zero-waste store, and the other in a chain grocery store. We'll bring you the shopping experience, prices, and environmental impact of your errands. From Verde Market to Publix we'll help you discover: is sustainable shopping worth it? Looking for a zero-waste store near you? Look for a Verde Market, Bulk Nation,...

In this episode of Global Now... Anna will investigate fossil fuel divestment at the University of Miami. In conversations with the Climate Reality Project and ecosystem science and policy students, you'll find out how UM is reacting (... or not reacting?) to divestment pressure from across campus. Want to help pressure UM to divest? Sign the petition below: https://www.change.org/p/university-of-...

With a rapid rise in Iguanas in south Florida people are beginning to panic and aren’t really sure what to do. Iguanas are not native to the United States, originally kept as homeowners' pets, and slowly grew to unmanageable sizes to the point where they had to be released into the wild. In this episode of Global Now, we will dive into the problem head on and speak to Christian a reptile professio...

In this episode of the Community Resilience podcast, host Liam Fabre welcomes Savannah Price to the show. She is a student at the University of Miami and a resident of Miami Dade county. She asks Liam about Benchmarking, Retuning, and Retrofitting her home to be more sustainable. Liam answers all of her questions with the help of Marta Marello, Resilience Energy Analyst for Miami Dade County, and...

If you live in a major metropolitan city, chances are parks are an important part of your daily life. Little do we ever think about how these spaces are imagined, planned, and ultimately sustained. Join Hannah and Marina as they learn about the creation of a new public space in Miami, The Underline, that is being constructed to integrate parks, transportation, and community resilience. Guest inclu...

In this episode of The Community Resilience Podcast, hosts Massiel Leyva and Diego Wall explore the topic of Ultra-Low Energy Buildings. The concept of these Ultra-Low Energy buildings combines state-of-the-art, energy-efficient construction, appliances, and lighting with commercially available renewable energy systems, such as  solar water heating  and  solar electricity . By takin...

Join David, Marina, and Tomas as they speak with members of the University of Miami and City Officials on the topic of Green Space. Listen in as they delve deep into the subject and get to the bottom of where greenery is needed and why it's so important. in this episode we talked to Jane Gilbert - Miami Chief Heat Officer, and Nkosi Muse, from the Climate Resilience Committee. Check it out!

We all love our oceans but do we do a good job at keeping them clean? Find out what is plastic the negative effects it causes on the environment and the way we can keep our environment clean. We are joined by special guests Maddie Kaufman, the program outreach director of Debris Free Oceans, and Ed, supervisor of the county program: Miami EcoAdventures, to give more an in-depth look...

According to the United States environmental protection agency, about 14.5 trillion tons of greenhouse gasses are in our atmosphere. But what strategies are local governments working on for lowering the number of greenhouse gasses with the use of off and on-site renewable energy sources? And what are those sources? Tune into our episode to learn more about what strategies local governments are tak...

In this episode of The Community Resilience Podcast, hosts Massiel Leyva and Liam Fabre explore the pros and cons of drinking from water bottles versus tap water. Which one are you currently using? Tune in to learn more about the consequences to the environment of your everyday choices. Guests: Samuel Carballo - Division Director of Water Production & Maintenance at Miami-Dade County

We may be the "Sunshine State," but what is the state of solar energy use in Florida? Unlike other regions in the U.S., Florida's unique laws make it difficult for just anyone to adopt cleaner energy use. This means the idea is even more unattainable for underserved populations, leading to what some experts call an "energy burden." Join Hannah, Liam, and Diego as we learn about the successes and c...

Living in South Florida residents can be exposed to mold everywhere and even worse, it can go undetected for far too long. We are joined by Mr. Mold, Joel Heiblum, to discuss what mold is and how it could lead people to have uninhabitable properties, Taylor Snider, from Struggle for Miami's Affordable and Sustainable Housing, to talk more about residents affected by the symptoms of gentrification...

On this episode of Off Screen with Celine, your host has a conversation with NASA engineer Erisa Stilley about her experiences working on the Mars rovers. Stilley has been working at NASA since 2006. In this interview, she shares her engineering expertise and describes her experiences landing Perseverance and driving Curiosity. Stilley also discusses why NASA is studying Mars and the future Mars M...

On this episode of Off Screen with Celine, your host Celine compares nuclear energy to wind, solar, and geothermal energy. She explores how nuclear energy benefits the environment by decreasing the amount of waste produced and land used, preventing the burning of fossil fuels, and producing a more consistent energy output than other forms of green energy. Celine also discusses the possible risks a...

In this episode, your host Celine discusses the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine within the United States. She explores topics such as herd immunity, vaccination rate, and problems with distribution. Celine also explains why people who have already had COVID should still be vaccinated. Produced by Celine White

In this episode of Off Screen with Celine, your host Celine discusses the science behind the COVID-19 vaccines and explains the differences between the Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. Produced by Celine White