Best Marco Rodriguez Podcasts (2025)

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Science Storytelling, with Kristy Ferraro and Adam Meyer 28:41

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we were joined by Dr. Kristy Ferraro, who is a Banting Postdoctoral Fellow at Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador, and Adam Meyer, a PhD candidate in the Ecosystem Ecology Lab, also at Memorial University. They were here to talk about their recent article in BioScience, "Beyond hero and villain nar…

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Especial Anniversary: Nueva York 20 Años 58:08

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This special anniversary episode celebrates two decades of the groundbreaking CUNY TV show. Through a reunion of producers, impactful stories, and behind-the-scenes moments, it highlights the show's cultural relevance, its role in uplifting Latino voices

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Systemic Sexism in Academia, with Olivia del Giorgio, María Piquer-Rodríguez, and Silvia Lomáscolo 29:41

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Olivia del Giorgio, at McGill University Department of Geography, in Montreal, Quebec, María Piquer-Rodríguez, at the Institute of Geographical Sciences, at Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany, and Silvia Lomáscolo, at the Institute of Regional Ecology at University of Tucumán and CONICET, in Arg…

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Urban Rewilding, with Patt Finnerty 24:08

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Dr. Patt Finnerty, a postdoctoral research fellow in the Global Ecology Lab at the University of Sydney. We discussed his recent BioScience article, Urban Rewilding to Combat Global Biodiversity Decline. More information on Writing for Impact and Influence can be found here.…

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Fernando Travesí, Hennessy Garcia, Buena Vista Social Club Cast 29:27

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Join us to celebrate Pride Month, environmental justice & the power of Cuban music on Broadway: Fernando Travesí, dir. of Center for Transitional Justice, Hennessy Garcia and the Sane Energy Project, and the Tony-winner cast of Buena Vista Social Club.

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Drones in Fieldwork, with Thilina Surasinghe, Kunwar Singh, and Amy Frazier 29:46

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For today's episode, we are joined by Thilina Surasinghe, Professor at Bridgewater State University in the Department of Biological Sciences, Kunwar Singh, Senior Geospatial Scientist at AidData and affiliate faculty at the Center for Geospatial Analysis, at the College of William & Mary, and Amy Frazier, Professor and the Jack and Laura Dangermond…

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Angela Mondragon, Angelo Cabrera, Somos Cumbia, Somos Familia 26:30

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Ángela Mondragón faced harsh realities of our immigration system. Ángelo Cabrera, immigrant student advocate, leads the City College Immigrant Student Center. Karla Florez’s Somos Cumbia, Somos Familia featured at the Museum of the City of New York

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Moving Beyond Crisis and Ecological Grief, with Marco Malavasi 23:46

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Marco Malavasi, plant ecologist and cartographer at the University of Sassari, in Italy. We discussed his recent BioScience article "Beyond crisis and grief: Rethinking conservation narratives," which serves as a guide to more productively communicating about—and thinking about—conservation in a…

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Javier Valdivielso, Cubel Designs, Marco Saavedra 28:40

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For Spanish Language Day, Carmen Boullosa speaks with Javier Valdivielso, the new director of Instituto Cervantes NY. In honor of Earth Day, Cubel Designs highlights their work with Indigenous artisans and upcycling. Marco Saavedra reflects on Latino youth

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Gentoo Penguins in the Falklands, with John Bates, Sushma Reddy, and Rachael Herman 50:04

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by John Bates, Curator of Birds at the Field Museum, Sushma Reddy, Breckenridge Chair of Ornithology at the University of Minnesota and the Bell Museum, and Rachael Herman, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Stonybrook University. Our guests were here to chat about a recent research trip to the Falkla…

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Silvia Albert Sopale, Isabel Saavedra, Anapaula Guajardo 28:34

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Spaniard Afro-descendant actor, writer & cultural organizer Silvia Albert Sopale explores art, activism & identity. Isabel Saavedra, once undocumented, is now a top immigration lawyer. Anapaula Guajardo brings Hispanic comedy to a new level in NYC.

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Coalition-Building for Labor Actions in Life Sciences Departments, with Aspen Ellis 34:45

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Aspen Ellis, PhD candidate at University of California, Santa Cruz, for a discussion of the largest academic strike in history and a recent BioScience article on the topic.By American Institute of Biological Sciences

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Albania Rosario, Rueda de Oro, Juan Ospina, Manuel de la Cruz 26:21

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Honoring Black History Month with FDLA founder Albania Rosario and the Caribbean rhythms from music and dance collective La Rueda de Oro. During Fashion Week, designer Manuel de la Cruz shares how indigenous and Catholic traditions inspire his work.

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Gabriela Ortiz, Rosalinda Martinez, Catalina Cruz, Ivan Argote 26:48

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Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz talks about her Carnegie Hall residency; activist Rosalinda Martínez and Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz tackle mass deportations; Colombian artist Iván Argote unveils the reason forDinosaur his giant dove sculpture in Midtown.

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Carla Guelfenbein, Marco Trigoso, Pulso NY 25:41

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This December, Nueva York brings you stories of resilience, creativity, and hope. We highlight the incredible work of Pulso NY, an organization dedicated to reuniting parents and children separated for years, sharing the emotional journeys of families coming together against all odds. Esteemed Mexican author Carmen Boullosa sits down with Chilean w…

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The Morris Animal Foundation Golden Retriever Lifetime Study, with Kelly Diehl 46:10

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Dr. Kelly Diehl, who has been a veterinarian for almost 40 years and currently works at Morris Animal Foundation, which is one of the largest nonprofits dedicated to animal health research in the world. She was here to talk about the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study and its implications for anima…

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Laura Filloy, Rafa Sanchez, Franck De Las Mercedes 28:54

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Carmen Boullosa interviews MET curator Laura Filloy on cultural relevance of ancient artifacts. Rafa Sanchez, Repertorio's new director, shares his vision for Latin theater in NYC. Artist Franck de las Mercedes discusses his creative residency at Oculus.

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Live from the SACNAS National Diversity in STEM Conference 57:07

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're reporting from the 2024 National Diversity in STEM, or NDiSTEM, conference hosted in Phoenix, Arizona, by SACNAS (the Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science). Several members of the AIBS team attended, with the aim of helping our member societies and organization…

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"Pocosin" and Respect for Indigenous Knowledge Systems, with Ryan Emanuel 21:01

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Ryan Emanuel, Associate Professor in the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University. He joined us to discuss his recent article in BioScience, The Pocosin's Lesson: Translating Respect for Indigenous Knowledge Systems in Environmental Research. In the article, he debunks a widely shar…

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Communicating Truth, with Michael Patrick Lynch 1:05:36

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Michael Patrick Lynch, who is the author of the new book On Truth and Politics: Why Democracy Demands It, available for presale from Princeton University Press. He is also the Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of Philosophy and the Provost Professor of Humanities at the University of Con…

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Nuria Morgado, Ines Gonzalez, Tico Torres, Alexis Rodriguez-Duarte 29:39

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Nuria Morgado, CUNY prof the first woman to lead U.S. Spanish Language Academy. Social worker, Ines Gonzalez on mental health for young adults. Tico Torres, Alexis Rodriguez-Duarte, photos immortalized Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa and more Latinos.

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CAM Plants, with Kailiang Yu, Paolo D'Odorico, and Scott Collins 25:12

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Kailiang Yu, from Princeton University, Paolo D'Odorico, from the University of California, Berkeley, and Scott Collins, from the University of New Mexico, who is also former BioScience editor in chief. They discussed their recent article in BioScience on potential expansion of CAM plants in the…

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Latinos Votan: Viviana Rivera-Burgos, Mixteca Org, Elena Del Rivero 28:38

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In the upcoming elections, Latino voters are poised to play a crucial role. To gain insights into this diverse electorate, we turn to experts from different fields: Prof. Viviana Rivera-Burgos, Mixteca's dir Lorena Kourusias and artist Elena del Rivero

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Flood Ecology, with Paul Humphries 30:36

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Paul Humphries, Associate Professor in Ecology at Charles Sturt University, in the School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences. We discussed his recently published article in BioScience, Flood Ecology, and the sometimes uneasy relationship that people have with river floods, as…

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Long-Term Coral Reef Monitoring, with Peter Edmunds 32:42

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Peter Edmunds, Professor of Biology at California State University, Northridge, where he has worked for over 30 years. He was here to discuss his recent article in BioScience's new Perspective and Insight category, entitled "Why keep monitoring coral reefs?". The article describes a now 38-year …

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Barbara Kent, Julio Diaz, Andrea Salazar 26:00

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Emmy winner stories: Barbara Kent, a trans makeup artist, volunteered during 9/11. Julio Diaz, a street artist, created a salsa dance doll tied to his feet. Andrea Salazar, given 6 months to live, survived 6 years with faith and a healthy lifestyle.

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A Lunar Biorepository to Preserve Biodiversity, with Mary Hagedorn 32:02

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Mary Hagedorn of the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute for a discussion about biorepositories, and specifically, a plan to place a biorepository on the Moon. Described in a recent article in BioScience, such a repository would take advantage of the Moon's naturally co…

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Lizbeth dela Cruz Santana, Alberto Ferreras, Roberto Cardenas 26:16

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Baruch Prof. Lizbeth de la Cruz on her El Paso del Norte mural project. Chef Jorge Cardenas of Maya Ix Restaurant was selected by NY Times 100 best recipes. Artist Alberto Ferreras presents his stunning traveling video exhibit, AmericanLatinos 1935-1945

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Soundscape Ecology, with Bryan Pijanowski 44:11

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Today's episode features Dr. Bryan Pijanowski, Professor of Soundscape Ecology in the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at Purdue University, in Indiana. He is the author of "Principles of Soundscape Ecology: Discovering Our Sonic World," which was just released and is a definitive guide to the field of soundscape ecology, the topic of t…

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Nancy Morejon, Nirvana Garcia, Maya Martinez, Giannina Braschi 28:34

1y ago28:34

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Carmen Boullosa interviews Afro-Cuban poet Nancy Morejon. For Pride Month, we highlight trans LaGuardia student Nirvana Garcia and musician/veteran Maya Garcia. Nuyorican writer Giannina Braschi reflects on the cultural impact of Puerto Ricans in NY.

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Live from the Association of Southeastern Biologists Annual Meeting 1:00:47

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Today's episode is a mostly onsite podcast from Chattanooga, Tennessee, where BioScience Talks was graciously hosted earlier this spring by the Association of Southeastern Biologists at their annual meeting. Our guests represent a broad range of exciting research and career stages. The meeting was striking in its emphasis on providing a welcoming e…

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Mardonio Carballo, Carlos Hernandez, Carmen Linares 25:04

1y ago25:04

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Mardonio Carballo is a Nahua poet/ activist sharing his cultural heritage and passion for social change. Carlos Hernandez on teaching adults in the literacy program at La Jornada; Carmen Linares on being a role model for other women in Flamenco.

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Rojo Robles Havana Film Fest NY Paco de Lucia Loisaida Center 28:28

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Writer/professor Rojo Robles of Baruch College explores Afro-Latinos and Spanglish. Havana Film Festival NY celebrates 24 years. Loisaida Center discusses Puerto Rican cultural preservation. Musicians honor legendary flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucia

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One Health (and more) with DeeAnn Reeder 51:10

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For this episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by DeeAnn Reeder, Professor of Biology at Bucknell University and a researcher at the Smithsonian Institution. We spoke about a number of topics, including bats, disease ecology, and community outreach. Underlying that conversation was an important message about the One Health concept, which will b…

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Graciela Mochkofsky, Darresa Rodriguez, Maria Cornejo 25:46

1+ y ago25:46

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We celebrate Women's History Month with remarkable women who have surpassed the standards in their careers and attitudes toward life: Craig Newmark School Dean Graciela Mochkofsky, CCNY Valedictorian Darresa Rodriguez; CFDA's honoree Maria Cornejo

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Spy Satellites for Ecology, with Catalina Munteanu and Volker Radeloff 26:53

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For today's episode, we're joined by Catalina Munteanu, Researcher at the University of Frieberg in Germany, who has a background in geography and forest sciences. Also joining us is Volker Radeloff, Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, in the SILVIS Lab, where he works on satellite imagery to look at land use. They were here to discus…

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Pollinator Roadside Habitat, with Thomas Meinzen, Diane Debinski, and Laura Burkle 31:31

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For today's episode, we're joined by Thomas Meinzen, recent Master's of Science graduate from Montana State University in Bozeman, Diane Debinski, who is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Ecology at MSU, and Laura Burkle, a Professor also in the MSU Ecology Department. They were here to talk about the subject of their recent BioS…

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Ed Morales, Dawer x Damper, Angel Gil- Teatro Thalia 27:05

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Honoring BHM: Nuyorican Ed Morales and his book Latinx: The New Force in American Politics & Culture. Hip hop duo Dawer x Damper on their music honoring their Afro-Colombian roots. Angel Gil Teatro Thalia's director of the only bilingual theater in Queens

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Roberto Brodsky, Melissa Montero, LaGuardia Center For Immigrant Education 27:32

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Chilean novelist Roberto Brodsky on writing and the Latino voters in 2024; filmmaker/Hunter grad Melissa Montero brings light on being Puerto Rican from NY; LaGuardia College provides non-traditional education at the Center for Immigrant Education CIET

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Shipwreck Ecology, with Avery Paxton, Chris Taylor, and Melanie Damour 28:34

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For today's episode, we're joined by Avery Paxton, who is a Research Marine Biologist with NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, Chris Taylor, Research Ecologist, also with NOAA's NCCOS, and Melanie Damour, who is a Marine Archeologist and the Environmental Studies Coordinator with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's Gulf of Mexico…

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The Global Women in Herpetology Project (and Book), with Sinlan Poo 10:48

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For today's episode, we jump back to last spring's Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists. Our guest is Sinlan Poo, Curator of Research at the Memphis Zoo and one of the co-organizers of the Global Women in Herpetology Project. You may remember her from a previous interview, but we recorded an extra mini-podcast to talk about the book "…

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The Re-Envisioning Culture Network, with Simone Soso 20:40

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For today's episode of BioScience Talks, we're joined by Dr. Simone Soso, Assistant Director of Research and Workforce Development at the MSI STEM Research & Development Consortium. She was here to discuss the NSF-funded Re-Envisioning Culture (or REC) Network and its recent activities. I'll let her tell you more, though, so let's go to the intervi…

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Mario Obrero, Leo Cerda/Hakhu Amazon, La Jornada Center 27:17

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Carmen Boullosa interviews Mario Obrero a laureate poet from Spain; La Jornada, an organization led by Pedro Rodríguez that offers humanitarian aid in Queens; Ecuadorian designer/activist Leo Cerda on the Hakhu Project that empowers women from Amazon

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Rewilding Governance, with Jeremy Bruskotter and John Vucetich 26:19

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In this episode, we're joined by Jeremy Bruskotter, faculty member and Professor in the School of Environment and Natural Resources at The Ohio State University and John Vucetich, Distinguished Professor at Michigan Technological University, in the College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science. They were here to talk about their recent arti…

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Claudia Piñeiro Magos Herrera, CUNY GED, Claudy's Restaurant 25:42

1+ y ago25:42

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In this episode: Carmen Boullosa interviews the award-winning Argentine writer Claudia Piñeiro; we explore City College's Continuing Education Program for GED preparation; and we delve into the career of the extraordinary Mexican jazz singer Magos Herrera

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READI-Net, with Adam Sepulveda 30:50

2y ago30:50

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Our guest for this episode of BioScience Talks is Adam Sepulveda, Research Scientist with the US Geological Survey's Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center in Bozeman, Montana. He joined us to talk about READI-Net, an environmental DNA-based program that was recently funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill as a priority for addressing aquatic …

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Organization of Biological Field Stations 32:20

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Today’s episode features three representatives of the Organization of Biological Field Stations (OBFS), which is an American Institute of Biological Sciences member organization. We discussed many topics related to field stations, including the research performed there, as well as the ways that field stations collaborate through organizations like …

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Patrick Charpenel, Carlina Rivera, Gale, K-efe, Kaly, TPFNY 29:58

2y ago29:58

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El Museo del Barrio's director Patrick Charpenel on its future; CWE's 10 The Americas Poetry Festival; Nuyorican Councilwoman Carlina Rivera on housing; Musicians Gale (Puerto Rico), K-efe, (Chile,) and Lia Kali (Spain) on the #metoo in the music industry

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On Site at the Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists 59:39

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This episode of BioScience Talks was recorded on location at the Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists in Norfolk, Virginia, and features a range of presenters and organizers. Our first guests were Sinlan Poo, who is Curator of Research at the Memphis Zoo and affiliated with Arkansas State University, and Prosanta Chakrabarty, who is C…

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Carmen Boullosa, Richard Saenz Lambda Legal, Villalobos Brothers 27:45

2y ago27:45

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Multi-awarded Mexican writer Carmen Boullosa on "The Book of Eve", her most recent book. Richard Sáenz is an attorney of the legendary organization Lambda Legal. Alberto “Beto” and Ernesto are two members of the famous trio, the Villalobos Brothers.