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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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The Caribbean will be one of the regions most impacted as the earth's climate changes. Adaptation and mitigation of climate excesses are essential if the region is to survive. The CaribClimate Podcast explores how the region is fighting back by telling the stories of practitioners and beneficiaries of the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR).

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 13 - Weathering climate impacts through data – Part 2 19:28

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Weathering climate impacts through data requires climate monitoring equipment for adaptation planning. Increased availability of climate monitoring infrastructure results in greater collection of climate data which expands the region’s network. In this episode Senior Lecturer and Hydrologist at the Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology, Dr. Jonathan Cox, further details the installation of automatic weather and hydrology stations across the PPCR countries. This process supported the development of climate products and services addressing socioeconomic priorities in the face of climate change. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 12 – Keeping the coasts clear with LIDAR Technology 20:30

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Sea-level rise has surfaced as one of the most pressing challenges for coastal communities. According to NASA, the sea level is expected to increase by 0.3–1 metre (1–4 ft) by 2050. Coastal communities in the Caribbean less than 3 metres (10 ft) above the sea could be affected by rising levels. As climate impacts worsen, coastal data is plays an important role for adaptation planning and set up of resilient defences. Former programme manager for the Caribbean regional PPCR – Ainsley Henry and Project Manager for BSF Swissphoto, Emese Landtwing joins us for this episode. Learn how improved access to high quality, updated bathymetric (underwater) and nearshore topographic (overland) data has supported climate change analysis related to sea level rise, storm surge and flooding in the Caribbean. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 11 - Weathering climate impacts through data – Part 1 44:07

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We have heard it countless times. Climate change will affect weather patterns. Climate science plays an important role in protecting vulnerable regions like the Caribbean from extremes such as hurricanes, floods, heatwaves and droughts. Climate monitoring systems form part and parcel of the region’s resilience mechanism to forecast changes and make projections as we experience shifts in historical patterns and increased climate variability. This episode Senior Lecturer and Hydrologist, Dr. Jonothan Cox, Agrometerology Chief, Adrian Trotman, Climatologist, Cedric van Meerbeek and technical Officer Jodie-Ann Petrie shares how the Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology supported the expansion of regional climate monitoring networks (weather and hydrology stations) and building the capacity of national and regional structures to deliver relevant climate products and services. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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Carib Climate Podcast Ep. 10 - Igniting Caribbean Climate Research 29:31

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It only takes S.P.A.R.K.S. to get climate modelling going. The S.P.A.R.K.S. or Scientific Platform for Applied Research and Knowledge Sharing, is a supercomputer procured by the Caribbean Regional PPCR for the University of the West Indies, Mona in 2016. Since then, it has moved the ability of the region to generate its own climate projections by leaps and bounds. Before S.P.A.R.K.S, climate modelling would often take weeks to be done, and often could not be done in the region. This meant that researchers would often have to rely on data generated elsewhere, which would not necessarily be exactly what they needed to make projections for the region. With the S.P.A.R.K.S., modelling takes mere hours and can be done at an extremely high resolution. Joining us for this episode is Jayaka Campbell, a climate modelling consultant and representative from the Climate Studies Group Mona. He will walk us through the S.P.A.R.K.S., how it's moved modelling forward for the region and some the work that has come having ready access to a supercomputer. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 9 - Health "Balancing Health, Climate and Gender" 23:52

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Climate change has numerous health impacts that are not always obvious at first glance. For example, longer periods of humid weather conditions provide perfect weather for incidences of mosquito-borne diseases. Water quality can be impacted both by water scarcity, but also by extreme rainfall events. To compound all this, the health concerns connected to climate change have different impacts on men, women, children, people living with disabilities and other groups. Planning around resilience has to include all impacted groups, taking into mind their specific considerations. Joining us for this episode are Dr. Anna Stewart Ibarra, Scientific Director of the InterAmerican Institute for Global Change Research, Avriel Diaz, Executive Director of Walking Palms Global Initiative and Willy Dunbar, research associate at Florida International University The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 8 - St. Vincent & the Grenadines "The Arrow(root) of Resilience" 21:09

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St. Vincent & the Grenadines, due to its unique geology, has particular vulnerabilities to climate change. For example, many areas of the country are prone to landslides, flooding, or a combination of the two. With the increasing possibility of extreme weather events, SVG has to adapt. Joining us for this episode of the podcast are Rohan Kiezel, Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Information Technology, and Ms. Tyshana Mcnichols environmental officer within the Ministry, of Tourism, Civil Aviation on Sustainable Development and Culture. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 7 Marine Resources "Sea-ing the Changes in Climate" 33:14

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The sea is an important source of protein for the region, and a key factor in the livelihoods of several communities. Climate change is a direct threat to these lives and livelihoods, as models have shown that with increase in temperature, there is a corresponding decrease in the availability of certain species of fish, as the marine environment becomes inhospitable to not only the fish, but the plants that they eat, and coral reefs which are many species' natural habitat. Projected increased incidences of extreme weather events also leave fisherfolk at risk, particularly since the majority of the region's fisherfolk operate from small craft, with >90% being less than 12 metres long. Compounding all this, is sea-level rise, which has seen many fishing beaches suffer, with projections for this only to get worse. Joining us are the head of the CRFM – Dr. Maren Headley and former Deputy Head of the CRFM Dr. Susan Singh-Renton who will talk to us about the work that the CRFM has done alongside the PPCR to build resilience in fisherfolk and fishing communities, helping them secure themselves and their livelihoods. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 6 - Haiti "Fighting Climate Change" 27:30

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Haiti's vulnerability to climate change is long-noted, with the country's vulnerability being increased due to high levels of deforestation, as well as periodic incidences of extreme weather events. However, all is not lost. Projects such as the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience have invested millions of USD into scaling up climate-resilient initiatives, assisting in fighting climate change. Joining us for this episode is Addly Celestin, the focal point for Haiti's PPCR project who will discuss what the country's local PPCR project is doing, and how the collaboration with the Regional PPCR has assisted in meeting their objectives. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 5 - Agriculture Pt. 2 "A New Model for Food Security" 25:37

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"Big data, big results" - One of the best tools the Caribbean has in its arsenal as agriculture adapts to climate change is the use of Agricultural Data modelling. Models run through the SPARKS supercomputer at UWI Mona, combined with data collected through field testing and the examination of historical climate and weather patterns has allowed researchers in the region to begin to plot a new way forward, one where our farmers, through the use of data should be able to increase yield, even in the face of climate uncertainty. Joining us today are Dr. Dale Rankine from the Climate Studies Group, Mona (CSGM) and Kistian Flemming from the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI), who will discuss how the region can bounce forward, using data modelling. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 4 - Dominica "The Nature Island of Resilience" 27:39

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Climate change means the possibility of more frequent and extreme weather events. In September 2017, Dominica witnessed this first-hand as Hurricane Maria struck at Category 5, impacting approximately 90% of the island's structures. Dominica rebuilt with resilience at the forefront. Joining us for this episode of the CaribClimate Podcast is Colin Guiste, coordinator for the Disaster Vulnerability Reduction Programme and the focal point for Dominica's Pilot Program for Climate Resilience. He'll discuss with us the strides Dominica has made in rebuilding, and how the work of the PPCR has helped the country to become more climate-resilient. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 3 - Agriculture Pt. 1 "Planting the Seeds of Food Security" 26:18

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Climate Change means we have to reconsider the way we approach agriculture. As temperatures and rainfall patterns change, the types of food that we grow and that do well in our regions may change. This is where climate-resilient agriculture comes in - developing tools, processes, and ways of growing that are flexible and choosing crops that are able to withstand variable weather. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Gregory Robin, the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute's (CARDI) former Country Representative for Jamaica joins us to discuss what was accomplished through the Caribbean Regional PPCR's partnership with CARDI. Topics to be discussed will include the procurement and installation of Weaning and Hardening Facilities, studies that were done into the drought tolerance of Sweet Potato, Tomatoes and Hot Peppers and the procurement and installation of Seed Batch dryers across the region. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting: caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep. 2 - Jamaica | The Land of Wood, Water and Climate Action 32:17

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Jamaica is one of the countries slated to be impacted earliest by the worst excesses of climate change. The capital city, Kingston, is slated for climate departure by 2023, and numerous areas of the countries' coast are set to be underwater by 2100, with many beaches already experiencing drastic reclamation by the sea. For countries like Jamaica, the climate action watchwords are mitigation and adaptation. We are joined by Claire Bernard, one of the local focal points for the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR), to discuss the moves Jamaica is making in adapting to a changing climate. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Ep.1 - A New Approach to Caribbean Rainwater Harvesting 30:58

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"Water is life" is an oft-repeated maxim, especially when we think about potable water, and water used for household purposes. As a direct result of climate change, the Caribbean is expected to see a shift in rainfall patterns. This means that the way we think about capturing, storing and using water will have to change. In this episode, we're joined by Clive Carpenter of GWP Consultants, who talks to us about the work that the Caribbean Regional PPCR's partners have done in strengthening the capacity of water professionals to deliver region-specific Rainwater Harvesting solutions. Specific to Rainwater Harvesting, research was done into existing initiatives and how Rainwater Harvesting could be done in a way that reflected the realities of the region. Coming out of this work, trainings for water professionals were held, as well as policy briefs, guides and a household water balance calculator. The CaribClimate Podcast has been commissioned by the Caribbean Regional PPCR. A 5-year, 10.9 Million USD project funded by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI). The project's objectives were to: 1. Improve the Caribbean's processes to acquire, store, analyze, access and disseminate climate-relevant data. 2. Pilot and scale-up innovative climate-resilient initiatives in the region. Learn more about the project by visiting caribppcr.org.jm…

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CaribClimate Podcast Teaser 1:00

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