Crossroads Podcast

Rasheeda Green
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  • EDUCATION

The Crossroads podcast focuses on environmental justice in the US and countries of the diaspora, changing the image of an environmentalist one episode at a time.

  1. The Value of Exposure

    04/07/2022

    The Value of Exposure

    Dr. Velma Deleveaux joins me to talk about her origin story and career in STEM. We breakdown what STEM is and how parents can get their kids engaged in related activities and programs. Resources are below! Learn more about AA Contributions in Science and Technology throughout history. One great place to start is by reading Dr. James Turner from his talk in 2008.  https://www.nist.gov/speech-testimony/african-american-technological-contributions-past-present-and-future   Kid resources: https://www.create-learn.us/blog/best-online-stem-classes-for-kids/   https://pbskids.org/designsquad/parentseducators/resources/index.html?category=electricity   Learn about High - Paying Cyber Security Jobs Without a Degree at: https://careerkarma.com/blog/cyber-security-jobs-without-a-degree/   Learn more about Dr. Deleveaux's story, Insights and STEM advice for student success: https://signitt.com/velma-deleveaux/ https://impactmagazine.medium.com/born-ready-to-go-in-conversation-with-velma-deleveaux-a07edff355bd https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-essential-components-stem-student-success-velma-deleveaux-ph-d/

    35 min
  2. Shape Up

    04/01/2022

    Shape Up

    Taking a stab at President Biden's Infrastructure Bill and the data (or lack thereof) that shows the real cost of getting our roads, bridges and other systems in shape. Resources are below! https://www.forbes.com/sites/niallmccarthy/2019/04/03/report-the-u-s-has-over-47000-structurally-deficient-bridges-infographic/?sh=2de523bf4bdc  https://infrastructurereportcard.org/cat-item/roads/   https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2020/07/16/infrastructure-states-bridges-roads-falling-apart/112127156/  https://www.nrdc.org/stories/how-protect-yourself-lead-contaminated-water

    29 min
  3. Preciosa

    03/10/2022

    Preciosa

    I'm joined by Dr. Victor Ayala to talk about the beauty of Puerto Rico and the sad history of sterilization.

    1h 30m
  4. ICYMI

    03/10/2022

    ICYMI

    I'm back! After an extended hiatus, I'm returning to the show anew.

    18 min

  5. 10/09/2021

    Episode 12 Clean Economy Part 2

    In this solo episode, I take a deeper dive into what the Clean Economy is and different ways we can participate in this economy as more and more industries transition into more sustainable practices.  https://www.edf.org/climate/100-percent-clean   https://insideclimatenews.org/news/28022012/primer-us-clean-energy-economy-pew-brookings-green-jobs-van-jones-republicans-china-obama-solyndra/   https://www.virginiamercury.com/2020/02/20/ten-things-to-know-about-the-clean-economy-act/   https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-clean-economy-jobs-and-innovation-act-and-includes-horsford

    43 min

  6. 10/01/2021

    Let talk Katrina and Ida, the first, and second and climate change

    In this episode I discuss how small actions can make big change. I also discuss the affect global warming has had on the Mississippi Delta and how that contributes to flooding

    12 min

  7. 09/24/2021

    Energia

    The first Notes from the Field episode of 2021! I attended Power in the Park put on by local grassroots organizations held in the Long Branch area of Maryland. This event was designed to inform the community about ways to save on their utility bills with the use of community solar and other state-sponsored initiatives. I spoke with representatives from Audubon National Society and Solar United Neighbors who discussed their contributions to further sustainability.

    18 min

  8. 09/17/2021

    A House Cannot Stand

    Raymond Nevo talk about the upcoming county council race in Prince George's County, Maryland and how he is the best candidate for an At Large seat. We talk about the housing crisis in Maryland and across the US and why it's so important for citizens to get involved in local politics.

    48 min
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The Crossroads podcast focuses on environmental justice in the US and countries of the diaspora, changing the image of an environmentalist one episode at a time.

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  • Creator
    Rasheeda Green
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2022
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2019
  • Show Website
    Crossroads Podcast