Best Nakita Reed Gabl Media Podcasts (2024)

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Institutional Stewardship with Regan Shields Ives & Rebecca Berry 39:15

10d ago39:15

39:15

In this weeks episode I talk with Regan Shields Ives and Rebecca Berry of Finegold Alexander Architects about some of the interesting institutional projects they’re working on. It was fun to chat with them to learn more about what got them to the profession and to hear their experiences of working with existing buildings. We talk about helping clie…

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Material Matters w/ Jacqui Hogans 44:51

1M ago44:51

44:51

This week's episode features an insightful conversation with Jacqui Hogans. I learned a number of interesting things throughout this episode. Things I'd never thought of - like how salty is fog. And how does that salt impact building materials. This conversation was a good time and helped me understand more about the policy and façade inspections i…

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Embodied Wisdom with Cory Rouillard 45:01

1M ago45:01

45:01

This episode features fun conversation with Cory Rouillard of Henson Architecture. Much of her work has been in Demystifying how to work with historic buildings. More recently she’s been studying physical climate adaptations and how various cultures have been able to design for climate and stay comfortable around the world. We jump right in because…

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Blending Your Passions with Tiffany James 36:05

1M ago36:05

36:05

This episode features a conversation with a friend and former mentee, Tiffany James. She shares more of her story with me and discusses her journey from UVA to Baltimore, her work in the nonprofit sector, and her passion for writing. She shares her excitement for writing a novel that incorporates architectural elements and explores the impact of th…

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A beacon of hope with Melvalean McLemore 46:00

2M ago46:00

46:00

This episode features a fun conversation with Melvalean McLemore. As you'll hear, we are at a similar point in our careers and I was so excited to be talking with her since she's one of the Black women architects I didn't know well before this episode. We shout out a number of black women architects and designers that have influenced our careers as…

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Echoes of history: Nzilani Stained Glass with Ariana Makau 54:17

3M ago54:17

54:17

This week's episode features a insightful conversation with the trailblazing Ariana Makau. She shares her journey into the field of stained glass conservation and the challenges she faces as a Black woman in a predominantly white industry. She discusses the importance of honoring heritage and the founding of her own company, Nzilani Glass Conservat…

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Big Green with Lauren McHale 33:39

3M ago33:39

33:39

This episode features a conversation between Nakita and Lauren McHale, President and CEO of the L'Enfant Trust. They talk about the organization's work in historic preservation and affordable housing in Washington, DC and delve into preservation easements, the redevelopment of the Big Green property in Anacostia, and the importance of community eng…

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Making Sense of Solar with Jordan Taylor 43:53

3M ago43:53

43:53

This week's episode features a fun conversation with the very energetic Jordan Taylor. This episode left me fired up about solar and excited about the future. Jordan definitely is a reminder of how important it is to follow your interests because they can lead you to your life's work. By the end of this episode you may pick up some new lingo #banan…

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Finding Funding 23:21

4M ago23:21

23:21

This solo episode focuses on the various financial tools available to finance the renovation of a historic building. Specifically: Grants and bond bills, Tax Credits (HTC, NMTC, LIHTC) and Rebates or incentives (DSIRE & Inflation Reduction Act) I'll cover a high-level view of various financing products and have included some great resources below i…

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Space to Thrive with Ganesh Nayak 38:16

4M ago38:16

38:16

This episode features a conversation between Nakita and Ganesh Nayak on the intersection of sustainability and accessibility in the built environment. Ganesh shares his journey from being an architect to starting his own consultancy focused on sustainability and accessibility. They discuss the challenges of retrofitting historic buildings and the n…

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Victoria Theater with Joseph Kandoth 41:08

5M ago41:08

41:08

This episode is all about the Victoria Theater in NY and features a conversation with Joseph Kandoth of Aufgang Architects. The Victoria Theater was one of four contiguous vaudeville houses on West 125th Street, along with the Apollo Theater, the Harlem Opera House, and the Alhambra Theater. Together, the four theaters were known as Harlem’s “Opera…

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Cedar Hill in Washington, DC 19:24

5M ago19:24

19:24

A tangible remnant is a historic building that left a mark on the built environment and tells the story of people who came before us. This episode explores the tangible remnant that is Cedar Hill in Washington, DC. Listen to learn about the building, architect, historical figure that commissioned the building, and how the building is being used tod…

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Noir Design Parti w/ Saundra Little & Karen Burton 35:31

5M ago35:31

35:31

This episode features a conversation with Saundra Little and Karen Burton of Noir Design Parti. This was a fun conversation and reminded me that we all have agency and often times have to follow our own curiosity to get the answers we're looking for. Unfortunately, we had some issues with Karen's audio but I wanted to share the content that we capt…

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Villa Lewaro in Irvington, NY 19:11

5M ago19:11

19:11

A tangible remnant is a historic building that left a mark on the built environment and tells the story of people who came before us. This episode explores the tangible remnant that is Villa Lewaro in Irvington, NY. Listen to learn about the building, architect, historical figure that commissioned the building, and how the building is being used to…

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More in 2024 18:26

6M ago18:26

18:26

This is a solo episode and features a recap of 2023, including Nakita's top 6 favorite things from the year. It also talks about some of the exciting things evolving with the podcast in 2024. Links: Tangible Remnants on Instagram Tangible Remnants Website LinkedTr.ee for resources Earn CEUs for listening to this podcast Signup for Ask Me Anything w…

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Unmasking Learning Differences w/ Morgan C.B. Miles 38:14

8M ago38:14

38:14

** Please note that Morgan's headshot was created with AI.** In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week this episode features a special conversation with my friend Morgan C.B. Miles. In this episode we talk about neurodiversity and Morgan shares her vantagepoint on this topic. Morgan and I have been friends for …

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Exploring the ACHP w/ Susan Glimcher 45:09

9M ago45:09

45:09

This week's episode features a fun episode with Susan Glimcher of the Advisory Council for Historic Preservation (ACHP). We cover a number of programs that the ACHP administers and a few that I've had to pleasure of being involved with. I've included links to the various items Susan mentioned in the episode but she also, very graciously offered her…

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Design the Future w/ Lindsay Baker & Kira Gould 51:09

10M ago51:09

51:09

This week's episode features a fun conversation with Lindsay Baker and Kira Gould. These two women are amazing advocates for sustainability in AEC industry and have an inspiring podcast called Design the Future. They had me on their podcast last year and it was fun to be able to turn the tables on interview them. During the conversation we chat abo…

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California Black History w/ John William Templeton 38:20

11M ago38:20

38:20

This week's episode features a fun conversation with John William Templeton from the Expo floor at the 2023 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Convention. John shares his gift of using research to tell fuller stories of historical events. He also shares ways in which his work is helping the next generation learn how to use the Secretary of the …

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Guerilla Preservation w/ Dr. Kwesi Daniels 49:09

12M ago49:09

49:09

This week's episode features a fun conversation with Dr. Kwesi Daniels. We talk about his journey into the profession, various tools of the trade, and having a 'Guerilla bag'. Building Highlight: Tuskegee University Sage Hall Links: AIA Architect's in Action : 7/13-7/14/23 Headlamp Tangible Remnants on Instagram Tangible Remnants Website LinkedTr.e…

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Reglazing Modernism w/ Angel Ayon 45:38

1y ago45:38

45:38

This week's episode features a conversation between me and Angel Ayon of Ayon Studio. We cover his journey into the profession, the development of the Reglazing Modernism book, and the creation of Ayon Studio. This was a fun conversation that is packed with great advice and lessons learned. Building Highlight: The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in Ne…

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Impact & Legacy w/ Melanie Ray 43:19

1y ago43:19

43:19

This week's episode features a conversation with Baltimore architect, Melanie Ray, of Hord Coplan Macht. We cover her journey into the profession, the impact NOMA has had on her career and various tips for students pursuing architecture. Links: Bmore NOMA Tangible Remnants on Instagram Tangible Remnants Website LinkedTr.ee for resources Gabl Media …

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Refresh | Episode 13: Heritage for the Next Generation with Monica Rhodes 57:34

1y ago57:34

57:34

This week's episode is a refresh of Episode 13 with Monica Rhodes from 2021. We talk about her journey to the profession and all of the amazing work she's done in the profession. Links: Monica Rhodes website Shownotes from original Episode 13 publishing Nakita Reed's Ask Me Anything Tangible Remnants on Instagram Tangible Remnants Website LinkedTr.…

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Around the World w/ Indu Chakravarthy 43:00

1y ago43:00

43:00

This week's episode features a conversation with the super insightful Indu Chakravarthy. We go around the world in this episode as she discusses her upbringing, education, and work experiences. It's a fun conversation that might make you want to start traveling again! Building Spotlight: Academic Block of the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalo…

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Refresh | Episode 6: Taking Up Space w/ Rasheda Tripp & Morgan C.B. Miles 42:32

1y ago42:32

42:32

This week's episode is a refreshed replay of Episode 6 with Architect, Rasheda Tripp & Developer, Morgan C.B. Miles. They were the only other two black women in my graduating architecture class at UVA and have been dear friends of mine for almost 20 years. This episode was originally recorded in 2020 and we talked about our careers, what brought us…

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Revealing Parallel Histories Hidden in Plain Sight: feat. Tangible Remnants w/ Sarah Shoenfeld & G. Derek Musgrove 50:11

1y ago50:11

50:11

This episode is an edited recording from the February 2023 Live Show at the Octagon Museum featuring a conversation with Sarah Shoenfeld and Derek Musgrove. The focus of the discussion was on the work we've been doing to elevate 20th century Civil Rights sites and Black Power sites within Washington, DC. Links: Black Power Sites in Washington, DC -…

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Sliding into 2023 14:37

1+ y ago14:37

14:37

This is a shorter episode than usual and features 2023 upcoming events and happenings Links: Tickets for 2/15/23 live show Derek's book - Chocolate City: A history of Race and Democracy Andrew's book - A Better Life for Their Children: Julius Rosenwald, Booker T. Washington, and the 4,978 schools that changed America Video of Andrew's Rosenwald Sch…

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She Builds Podcast w/ Norgerie, Jessica & Elizabeth 40:46

1+ y ago40:46

40:46

This week's episode features a conversation with Jessica, Elizabeth (Lizi), and Norgerie of She Builds Podcast. Their podcast features the seldom-told stories of women who build; women whose worth is not taught in schools, but who have shaped the industries of architecture, construction, and development over the last century. They started the podca…

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The Clifton House w/ Sidney Clifton 33:57

1+ y ago33:57

33:57

This week's episode features a conversation with Emmy-nominated producer, Sidney Clifton. She is the daughter of Maryland laureate, Lucille Clifton, and launched the Clifton House Project: a writer’s and artist’s workshop and retreat space centered at her childhood home in Baltimore, Maryland. We chat about some of her mother's work and the vision …

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Our Genetic Legacy w/ Shellie Baxter 50:33

1+ y ago50:33

50:33

This episode features a conversation with visionary Shellie Baxter, a genetic genealogist and Founder of Our Genetic Legacy (OGL). OGL is a non-profit that is undertaking a number of projects across a number of professions. We cover a range of topics. From exploring your DNA to discovering your personal history, to architecture design contests, and…

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The People's Architect w/ Marques Moore 49:58

2y ago49:58

49:58

**EPISODE CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE** This episode features a candid conversation with Marques Moore of Moore Architecture. We reminiscence about our time at UVA in the Architecture program, talk about career paths, and the importance of having a support system. Building Highlight: UVA Memorial to the Enslaved. This memorial "beautifully captures …

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The Black Butterfly w/ Dr. Lawrence T. Brown (audio updated) 43:07

2y ago43:07

43:07

This week's episode explores the connection between housing and health with Dr. Lawrence T. Brown. We cover his journey into Public Health research and dig into more of the topics covered in his book, Black Butterfly: The Harmful Politics of Race and Space in America including toxic lead exposure, fast violence vs. slow violence, and segronomics. B…

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Preservation as Perpetuation w/ Ira Matt 46:58

2y ago46:58

46:58

This week's episode features an interview with Ira Matt. Ira is the Director of the Office of Native American Affairs at the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. We cover a lot of cultural nuances in the conversation. Ultimately it comes back to compassion. If you're interested in working with any of the tribal nations or curious how to navig…

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Conference Chat w/ Pascale Sablan 21:36

2y ago21:36

21:36

This week's episode features a conversation from the AIA Conference on Architecture 2022. I joined the Architecture is Political Podcast host Melissa Daniel to chat all things NOMA (National Organization of Minority Architects) with Pascale Sablan FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP and Tiffany Brown MBA, NOMA, Assoc. AIA. In this episode, Pascale talks about how …

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In the Glass with Menokin: The Glass House w/ Bo Tayloe 43:06

2y ago43:06

43:06

This week's episode features a conversation from the summer of 2020 between me and with Bo Tayloe. We were both invited down to Menokin by the Menokin Foundation and interviewed by Michael Beller as part of the Foundation's series "In the Glass with Menokin". This series sought to bring together individuals for thought provoking conversations about…

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Lessons from Legends 37:41

2y ago37:41

37:41

**EPISODE MAY CONTAIN EXPLICIT LANGUAGE** This episode is a replay of the April 2022 Lessons from Legends interview at the University of Baltimore's Merrick School of Business and features a conversation with the Legendary architect Diane Cho. She shares what brought her to Baltimore in the 1970s, what it was like to be a minority woman practicing …

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Architecture, Race & Empathy w/ Dr. Kendall Nicholson 50:44

2y ago50:44

50:44

**EPISODE MAY CONTAIN EXPLICIT LANGUAGE** This episode is another fun one and I really enjoyed getting to know fellow UVA alum, Dr. Kendall Nicholson, better in this episode. We cover Race and Architecture, storytelling and empathy. We also touch on how to tap into your network to travel to another country, lessons he’s learned so far being a fathe…

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Creating Your Well w/ Tiara Hughes 53:20

2y ago53:20

53:20

**EPISODE CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE** This week’s conversation was a fun one for me b/c I got to have an in depth conversation with Tiara Hughes. We cover the impact of attending a PWI (predominantly white institution). We also talk about how representation matters and how we both were impacted by having, or not having, black professors during our…

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Block by block w/ Tonya Harris 49:48

2y ago49:48

49:48

This week's episode features a fun conversation with Tonya Harris. Tonya is a developer and contractor doing work in Baltimore and DC. She share's her journey into real estate development and reminds us that it's never too late to start a new path. Building Spotlight: "The Arch Social Club is the oldest known continuously operating African American…

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Preservation, Progress & Possibility w/ Melissa Auf der Maur 1:32:57

2+ y ago1:32:57

1:32:57

This week's episode is an amazing conversation with the incredible Melissa Auf der Maur. We met on the NY Preservation Webinar back in the spring of 2021 and we recorded this episode in the summer. This is our first in-depth conversation so you'll hear more about both of our backgrounds. It's a longer episode but she was so gracious with her time I…

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Community, Development & Brunch w/ Katherine Williams 47:05

2+ y ago47:05

47:05

This week's episode features a conversation between me and Katherine Williams. We discuss her journey into architecture and construction, Riding the Vortex, and the importance of creating a support system to navigate life and the profession. Building Highlight - Cedar Hill, Frederick Douglass' home in Washington, DC "Historic buildings rarely survi…

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Breaking Down Siloes w/ Lori Ferriss 36:46

2+ y ago36:46

36:46

This week's episode features a conversation with Lori Ferriss of Goody Clancy. We discuss the need for existing and historic buildings to be part of the climate action conversation as well as numerous organizations that are working toward that goal. Lori and I are two of the four chairs for the ZNCC and we talk about a number of overlaps between al…

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Creating your Community with April Drake 35:31

2+ y ago35:31

35:31

This episode features a fun conversation between me and the amazing April Drake. We talk about her architecture journey, the importance of networking, and creating a supportive community for your personal and professional growth. Links: National Council of Architecture Review Boards (NCARB) National Architecture Accreditation Board (NAAB) American …

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Digital Documentation w/ Purvi Irwin 46:53

2+ y ago46:53

46:53

This episode features a fun conversation between me and the super talented Purvi Gandhi Irwin. We talk about her preservation journey, travel, and different life experiences. We also discuss the importance of documenting historic structures prior to them being demolished. Links: Link to Ramsey Homes Drawings in the Library of Congress Purvi's Twitt…

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The Conference Episode 17:55

2+ y ago17:55

17:55

This short episode features a quick book review of The Black Butterfly by Dr. Lawrence T. Brown and a curated list of conferences I'm excited to participate in this fall (2021). Links: A curated list of conferences Tangible Remnants on Instagram Tangible Remnants on Facebook Tangible Remnants Website Learn more about Dr. Lawrence's work with The Bl…

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Determined by Design w/ Kia Weatherspoon 43:09

3y ago43:09

43:09

**EPISODE CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE** This episode features a candid conversation with Kia Weatherspoon. We cover her journey to becoming an interior designer and the importance of equitable design for all. Quote: "I refuse to accept despair as the final response to the ambiguities of history." - Martin Luther King, Jr. Links: Tangible Remnants on…

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Heritage for the next generation w/ Monica Rhodes 56:08

3+ y ago56:08

56:08

In this episode, I talk with the amazing Monica Rhodes. Our conversation meandered from the US Colored Troops to Fred Shuttlesworth to Contraband Camps & Negro baseball league stadiums. Monica previously worked at the National Trust for Historic Preservation so if you've worked with the Trust you'll likely recognize a few of the names. As you'll he…

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The love of building w/ Constance Lai 41:42

3+ y ago41:42

41:42

In this episode, I talk with Constance "Connie" Lai about being an architect and a woman working in the preservation trades and construction field. We talk about professional differences she observed while completing her Richard Morris Hunt Fellowship in France and the importance of valuing the impact of tradespeople on the built environment. It's …

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Dismantling Preservation w/ Sarah Marsom 31:28

3+ y ago31:28

31:28

This episode features a conversation with Sarah Marsom. We cover ways to make the preservation field more accessible, the impetus behind her Dismantle Preservation Conference and the importance of getting paid. Quote: "We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal …

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Site control & Catalysts w/ Patricia Ofori 35:45

3+ y ago35:45

35:45

This episode features a conversation between me and Real Estate entrepreneur, Patricia Ofori. We talk about her journey of getting started in real estate, repurposing buildings, and the importance of knowing the process of getting a deal off the ground. Quote: "You can't be what you can't see." - Marian Wright Edelman Bio: Patricia Ofori Patricia O…

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