Best Geo Luminaries Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. Gladys B. West - Celebrating Black in Geography Day (as told by daughter Carolyn Oglesby) 47:13

3d ago47:13

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Send us a text Celebrating Black Geographers: Dr. Gladys West's Legacy This special episode of The North Star Gaze podcast celebrates Black Geographers Day by honoring the incredible story of Dr. Gladys B. West, a hidden figure whose pivotal contributions to GPS technology changed the world. Join us as Carolyn Oglesby, Dr. West's daughter, shares i…

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Aisha Jenkins - The Battle For Souls in the Geo-Sphere 20:21

15d ago20:21

20:21

Send us a text In the closing keynote speech, Aisha Jenkins highlights the importance of representation and having the right people in the room for conversations that impact marginalized communities. She expresses gratitude to the attendees and sponsors, and acknowledges the significance of standing on hallowed grounds. Aisha emphasizes resilience …

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Dr. Dawn Wright - Hold the Door... A GIS Legacy 38:15

29d ago38:15

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Send us a text In this episode of the North Star Gaze podcast, host Aisha chats with Dr. Dawn Wright, Chief Scientist at ESRI. They talk about Dawn's journey in the GIS field, from her introduction to it as a doctoral student at UC Santa Barbara to her current role at ESRI. They also discuss the importance of racial equity in geospatial worlds, the…

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Nick Okafor - Liberatory GIS and Angelic Trubel Makers 35:44

1M ago35:44

35:44

Send us a text In this podcast episode, join Aisha as she interviews Nick Okafor, the founder of Trubel&Co, a tech justice nonprofit. They discuss the concept of liberatory innovation, the importance of amplifying the voices of those proximate to inequity, and the role of GIS in creating positive change and the role of young people in progressing c…

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Veronique Couttee - Centering Humanity in GIS Work 43:57

2M ago43:57

43:57

Send us a text In this profound conversation between Aisha and Vero, they explore the intersections of geospatial equity, leadership, and personal growth within the African diaspora. Vero, founder of Geospatial Equity Tech and the AfriTech Fellowship, delves into her journey from conservation biology to becoming a geospatial tech consultant, emphas…

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Kevin Carrington - The Minds of Kids, Where Innovation Lives 21:33

3M ago21:33

21:33

Send us a text In this episode, Kevin Carrington, a hospital executive and founder of the nonprofit, the C3 Initiative, Inc., discusses his love for GIS and how it all began with his fascination for encyclopedias and maps. He talks about the importance of exposing black kids to the possibilities of STEM and navigating through systemic barriers. Kev…

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Eric Brown - Leveraging Soft Skills in the Workplace 29:56

3M ago29:56

29:56

Send us a text Join Aisha as she sits down with Eric Brown of AWS to discuss career advice, the impact of GIS on communities, the importance of being reflective, and workplace diversity. Eric shares his career background in tech, his experience attending the North Star Homecoming event, and the role of AWS in GIS. They delve into the importance of …

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Jenn Summers - The Importance of Community Involvement in GIS work 20:27

3M ago20:27

20:27

Send us a text In this episode, Aisha and Jenn Summers discuss the National Academies' Gulf Research Program and its focus on environmental protection and stewardship in the Gulf of Mexico region. Jenn shares her career journey and her passion for using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a communication tool. They also talk about imposter synd…

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Gloria Desanker - Education has Always Been an Act of Resistance 18:17

4M ago18:17

18:17

Send us a text In this episode, Aisha interviews Gloria Desanker, a GIS consultant and founder of MapNerd Consulting, who shares her journey and experiences as an entrepreneur in the field of environmental and social issues. They discuss the challenges of imposter syndrome and isolation, the importance of representation in the industry, the value o…

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Margo Corum - Being Black in White Dominant Spaces 20:35

4M ago20:35

20:35

Send us a text A conversation between Aisha and Margo Corum, where they discuss Margo's role as a visiting scientist at the National Academies and her current sabbatical, the workshops she is running for the National Science Foundation, the challenges of imposter syndrome, the value of smaller events for networking, and the themes of resilience and…

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Michael Feldman - Mentorship, Cultural Competency and Resilience 19:21

5M ago19:21

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Send us a text Today's podcast features an engaging conversation between Aisha and Michael Feldman. Michael shares his career path, from working on the Census of Marine Life to his current role at the National Academy of Sciences in the Gulf Research Program. The discussion revolves around the importance of addressing environmental challenges in th…

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Frank Romo - Using Geo Technology for Social Change and Impact 19:53

5M ago19:53

19:53

Send us a text In this episode, Aisha sat down with Frank Romo, a community organizer, and activist from Los Angeles, discusses the work of Romo GIS in using technology for social change and social impact. He highlights their K-12 education program in Detroit, where they teach students and community members how to leverage GIS for community impact.…

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Dr. Amy Yeboah Quarkume - In Truth and Service 16:50

6M ago16:50

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Send us a text In this conversation, the host interviews Dr. Amy, an Associate Professor of Africana Studies and Data Science at Howard University. They discuss Dr. Amy's career journey, the importance of owning and knowing who owns data, and the significance of ethics and trustworthiness in data science. They also highlight the unique experience o…

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Dr. Tony Graham - Culturally Competent Education For Us by Us 34:53

6M ago34:53

34:53

Send us a text In this episode Aisha has a conversation with Dr. Tony Graham, a retired professor and GIS pioneer, discussing the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), the challenges and significance of teaching GIS, and the future of GIS in promoting environmental justice. ‌See the link to HBCU CEJST Justice 40 Execut…

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Dr. Linda Loubert - Existing at the Intersection of Economics and Geo 27:25

7M ago27:25

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Send us a text In this podcast episode, Aisha chats with Dr. Linda Loubert, a political economist, GIS professional, and professor at Morgan State University discusses the intersection of economics and geography. She shares her experiences in the GIS field and highlights the importance of diversity in GeoSTEM careers. Dr. Loubert also talks about h…

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Cari Harris - Intergenerational Diversity in Environmental Justice Work 33:16

7M ago33:16

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Send us a text In this episode of GAZE, Aisha interviews Cari Harris about her work with HEJTT, the HBCU Environmental Justice Technical Team. Cari shares her journey into the field of environmental justice and GIS, the mission of HEJTT, and the importance of diversity in the GIS space. She also highlights the value of collaboration between differe…

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Skye Jones - Mapping Should Honor and not Commodify 24:21

8M ago24:21

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Send us a text In this episode of North Star Gaze, Aisha interviews Skye, a GIS professional with a background in graphic design and user experience. They discuss the importance of representation in the GIS industry, the power of maps in communities, and the need for diversity in the field. Skye also shares their experiences with imposter syndrome …

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Sandra Auchter - Navigating Imposter Syndrome 17:51

8M ago17:51

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Send us a text In this episode, Aisha interviews Sandra Auchter, the Director of National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Denver. Sandra shares her inspiring career path, starting as an imagery analyst and working her way up to become a senior executive in the intelligence community. They also discuss imposter syndrome, finding your voice, and the i…

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Shannon Bartlett - The Importance of the Community Gaze 28:23

8M ago28:23

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Send us a text A conversation between Shannon Bartlett, the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the National Geographic Society, and Aisha about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations. They discuss embedding DEI in all aspects of an organization, the power of storytelling to create meaningful change, being…

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Clinton Johnson - Welcome to the Audio Homecoming Experience 32:52

8M ago32:52

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Send us a text In this opening keynote Clinton Johnson, one of the founders of the North Star of GIS, welcomes the participants to their first in-person Homecoming event. The event aims to promote racial justice through equitable geographic approaches. The theme of this year's Homecoming is Resistance, Resilience, and Empowerment, highlighting thei…

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Trailer 1:25

9M ago1:25

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Send us a text Embark on a transformative journey with the “NorthStar Gaze" podcast, sharing intimate stories from Geo luminaries. In 1-on-1 chats, explore their journeys and profound contributions to geography and GIS. Inspired by our Telescope program, each episode offers a telescopic view into their lives. Uncover the human side of Geo, where pa…

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Dr. Gladys B. West - Celebrating Black in Geography Day (as told by daughter Carolyn Oglesby) 47:13

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Aisha Jenkins - The Battle For Souls in the Geo-Sphere 20:21

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Dr. Dawn Wright - Hold the Door... A GIS Legacy 38:15

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Nick Okafor - Liberatory GIS and Angelic Trubel Makers 35:44

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Veronique Couttee - Centering Humanity in GIS Work 43:57

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Kevin Carrington - The Minds of Kids, Where Innovation Lives 21:33

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Eric Brown - Leveraging Soft Skills in the Workplace 29:56

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Jenn Summers - The Importance of Community Involvement in GIS work 20:27

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Gloria Desanker - Education has Always Been an Act of Resistance 18:17

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Margo Corum - Being Black in White Dominant Spaces 20:35

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Michael Feldman - Mentorship, Cultural Competency and Resilience 19:21

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Frank Romo - Using Geo Technology for Social Change and Impact 19:53

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Dr. Amy Yeboah Quarkume - In Truth and Service 16:50

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Dr. Tony Graham - Culturally Competent Education For Us by Us 34:53

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Dr. Linda Loubert - Existing at the Intersection of Economics and Geo 27:25

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Cari Harris - Intergenerational Diversity in Environmental Justice Work 33:16

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Skye Jones - Mapping Should Honor and not Commodify 24:21

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Sandra Auchter - Navigating Imposter Syndrome 17:51

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Shannon Bartlett - The Importance of the Community Gaze 28:23

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Clinton Johnson - Welcome to the Audio Homecoming Experience 32:52

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Trailer 1:25

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