University of Miami Podcasting Storytelling

In the first episode of Off Screen with Celine, your host Celine breaks down the stock market chaos that shook Wall Street in January. Celine explores the topics of short selling, clearinghouses, and meme stocks in an engaging, informative, and concise podcast. Produced by Celine White

We speak with residents of Overtown, a historically Black community in Miami, Florida. Overtown is hidden behind downtown Miami. We speak to a senior resident and activist on what happens when you displace long-time residents from their homes due to higher elevation and how the phenomenon is now known to be called: climate change gentrification.

Climate change effects us all, but disproportionately impacts certain regions and people. In South East (S.E.) Florida, warming temperatures are ushering in stronger, wetter, slower-moving storms; and persons with disability have unique requirements when preparing for these climate emergencies. Researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Department of Physical Medicine and Reh...

In this episode hosts Briera and David sit down to talk about adaptive scuba, which is one way that persons with disability can experience the wonders of the undersea universe. Rosemary is an experienced adaptive diver and board member of the non-profit Therapeutic Scuba Institute (TSI) and director of TSI’s Camp Open S.E.A.S. (Science Education and Adaptive Scuba) where youth with disability lear...

Composting is one of the best ways to help the environment by turning food waste into nutrient rich soil, rather than dumping it into a landfill. Learn how it works, what can be composted, and how to get started from voices in South Florida who are passionate about making a difference -- now and for future generations.

In our first episode of “White Without Bleaching,” we explore the controversial topic of sunscreens and coral reefs. We sat down and spoke with PhD candidate Kelsey Johnson Sapp on the science behind sunscreen’s effects on coral reefs. Then we spoke with Key West mayor Teri Johnston about how she Is pushing legislation to help save our reefs. Be sure to stay tuned for upcoming episodes about our r...

As nuclear plants around the United States continue aging, concerns are being raised over their potentially negative environmental impact. Turkey Point Nuclear Plant in Homestead, FL recently extended its license to operate and has found itself at the center of the debate. Environmental organizations warn of the implications the extension may have on both the people and wildlife in South Florida....

University of Miami Marine Science researchers in the laboratory of Dr. Nikki Traylor-Knowles are using science to learn how and why certain corals are resisting "bleaching." Their research indicates that a coral's immune system might play a key role in understanding coral resilience, placing this emerging field of study at the forefront of climate change and health. However, there is still much t...

Join Sofia and Sacha on the Susty Pod where they discuss all things “sustaining” South Florida. In this episode they will be joined by Dragon Fly Thrift’s Nancy DeNike and The Upcycle Project’s Gabriella Smith as they cover the growing Sustainable Fashion movement in South Florida and the local groups leading the way in this effort.

We talk about the topic of aquaculture and how It may be a vital practice going forward to sustain our food supply. We speak with Hatchery Manager Ron Hoenig at the University of Miami, Delia McNamara MPS Student at RSMAS and Fishing Captain Jon Cooper about this topic and what we can do to help.

Join Jack and Cameron two guys from Southern California exploring another environmental issue in South Florida. In this episode they will investigate what is food insecurity and dig even deeper to see what ambitious organizations are doing to combat the ever growing issue of unused and wasted food.

Welcome to the Susty Pod, your go to podcast for everything sustaining South Florida. This week hosts Sacha Franks and Sofia Mesa are joined by director of development for Buddy System , Fania Celestine, their Coconut Grove fridge coordinator Lily Winters, Urban Oasis Project's co-founder and president Art Freidricht, and their executive assistant Amy Fredricht. They will be discussing food d...

Dredging is hitting close to home with Bal Harbour Beach being renourished. Constantine and Cam dive into the story to find out what dredging actually is and speak on its effects on the environment! Hear from several people from the University of Miami Rosentiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, or "RSMAS."

On the third and last episode of the season, we discuss the powerful and eventful 2020 hurricane season, where we ran out of names and dipped into the Greek alphabet. We speak to meteorologist Ryan Phillips, climate resilience officer of Miami Beach, Amy Knowles, and Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science professor, Brian Soden on what happened, what can we do now, and what is to come...

Join Jack & Cam, two guys from Southern California exploring environmental sustainable tourism in the South Florida area. This week we interview  the environmental non profit "Reef Relief," which has created the first of its kind "snorkel trail" in Key West Marine Park and discuss what they are doing to protect and educate the community about coral reefs in South Florida.

What type of audience does Latino cinema attract? Rodrigo Arauz shares his thoughts on Latino cinema.

Do environmental concerns have an impact on voting in the 2020 election?  University of Miami students explore this topic. 

David Downey talks to scientist at University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science about hurricanes. 

The Opioid epidemic is a serious problem facing the United States. University of Miami students explore the factors facing this troubling issue.

Rose Webb shares a personal story of loss.

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States, everyone was in a state of confusion and fear. The pandemic was all over every form of media, but one thing that wasn’t being talked about was how the pandemic was spreading in prisons and jails across the country. When I first looked into it, I saw that the spread of Covid in these facilities was much higher. Incarcerated people were much more lik...