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The Fire Break | Innovations in WildfireHow Ecosystem Collapse Leads to Fire Disaster | Dr. Tracy FanaraWildfire disasters are accelerating as ecosystems collapse — Dr. Tracy Fanara explains why. Dive into how climate change, poor building practices, and ecological imbalance are fueling wildfire devastation. Explore how smarter science, better communication, and real prevention strategies could save lives and protect communities.2025-04-2955 min
Off the RadarSilenced Science: Inside NOAA's Communication ChallengeDo you know what NOAA does? Or why this federal agency has (controversially) been in the news lately? With important offices like the National Weather Service and the National Ocean Service, NOAA – the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – collects valuable data and conducts essential research that can mean the difference between national safety and widespread tragedy. On today’s episode, we’re going off the radar with two former NOAA employees: Tom Di Liberto, a climate scientist and public relations specialist who was laid off during government cutbacks; and Dr. Tracy Fanara, a scientist and regular TV figure who recently...2025-04-0843 min
Tom Rowland PodcastDr. Tracy Fanara | “Inspector Planet”In this installment of Anglers Unite, I’m thrilled to have Dr. Tracy Fanara— an environmental engineer and water quality expert, join us. We dive deep into water quality issues in Florida, covering everything from pharmaceutical contaminants to the infamous Red Tide. Dr. Tracy shares her insights on sustainable land management, wastewater treatment challenges, and innovative mitigation strategies. We also touch on the interconnectedness of ecosystems and the surprising impacts of events like Saharan dust. Whether you're an angler, boater, or just passionate about clean water, this discussion is packed with valuable information. Don't miss out on learning how we c...2025-02-261h 16
The Ryan Gorman ShowPost-Milton Flooding & Pollution - Engineer & Scientist Dr. Tracy FanaraEngineer & Scientist Dr. Tracy Fanara explains what made Hurricane Milton unique and the dangers of post-storm flooding and pollution.2024-10-1509 min
Florida’s Fourth EstateAre ‘cocaine sharks’ swimming along Florida’s coast?Florida’s beaches have made headlines in the past thanks to the huge volume of cocaine that frequently washes up.These instances are the result of drug traffickers from Central and South America who attempt to smuggle cocaine and other narcotics into the United States.Matt and Ginger explore what this means for sharks and other ocean life, with Dr. Tracy Fanara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-2329 min
Long Shot Leaders with Michael SteinThe environmental issues that shaped her career path and her passion for environmentalism, Tracy Fanara.Dr. Tracy Fanara is on a mission to extend humanity’s time on earth through investigation, engineering and education. She an environmental engineer and research scientist with a BS, ME, and PhD from the University of Florida. Tracy spent almost a decade designing water systems around the world, before and during her research at UF, focused on water quality through stormchasing and sustainable design and habitat restoration. Tracy was the design engineer on two nationally winning EPA design teams, was a National Science Foundation SPICE fellow, and was selected as a US Presidential Management Fellow. Tracy has been recognized as...2024-04-0649 min
The Conch podcastThe Conch- Tracy FanaraEver wondered… Why do algal blooms harm fisheries? How can we get a farmer in Iowa to care about a shellfish farmer in the Gulf of Mexico? What it takes to design aquaponics for SPACE? InspectorPlanet—aka Dr. Tracy Fanara—is here to answer all of these questions and more! Besides her very cool role at NOAA where she dives into earth systems and investigates what’s needed to protect human lives and livelihoods from environmental threats, Dr. Tracy has appeared on everything from the Science Channel’s Mythbusters to Nat Geo’s SharkFest. Hear all abou...2023-08-0838 min
Hard FactorCocaine Sharks w/ Dr. Tracy Fanara | 8.1.23On episode 1263 the boys talk with Dr Tracy aka inspectorplanet about cocaine sharks, orcas and manatees (00:02:56). Devon Archer aka the Arch Deluxe testified that Joe Biden was involved in Hunter’s business 00:36:03). A man with two penises said the ladies loved it (00:47:43). And much much more… (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:56) - Grass is dead ☕ Cup of Coffee in the Big Time ☕ (00:02:56) - Cocaine Sharks with Dr. Tracy Fanara (00:29:22) - Fan files police report after Cardi B hurled microphone into crowd during Las Vegas show (00:30:10) - Lori Vallow Daybell given 5 life sentences in prison for murder of her two children (00:31:52) - Taylor Schabusiness scowls a...2023-08-011h 03
Carolina Weather GroupSeaweed blob arrives at coastal beaches [Ep. 452]A big blob of algae and Sargassum seaweed in the Atlantic Ocean has begun washing shore on beaches in Florida, Cuba, Mexico, and elsewhere. Could it come to a Carolina beach -- and what does it mean for your summer travel plans?
We discuss the seaweed blob with Dr. Tracy Fanara, who has her Ph.D. in environmental engineering and specializes in coastal modeling.
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Women in North American AquacultureTracy Fanara: A modern take on science communicationWhile Dr. Tracy Fanara’s day job as the US Coastal Modeling Manager for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is to advance our understanding of our earth systems and threats to humans, she spends her “spare time” as the science communicator Inspector Planet. Her goal is to bridge the gap between scientists and the public as a strategy to spark behavioural change towards more sustainable lifestyles. Through this, Fanara has learned the “do’s” and “don’ts” of science communication and is on a mission to share what she has learned with other scientists.2023-03-1434 min
Soul StoriesSoul Stories - Marvel Heroine Superhero, Environmental Activist Dr Tracy FanaraThis Episode of Soul Stories features Marvel Heroine Superhero, environmental activist and research scientist Dr Tracy Fanara!Dr. Tracy Fanara is an environmental engineer, research scientist, and communicator with a BS, ME, and PhD from the University of Florida’s College of Environmental Engineering. In research, Tracy has developed water treatment technology, designs for hydrologic restoration, and citizen science programs with over 1.6 million users to obtain publicly available environmental data. Tracy has international media recognition due to her expertise in hydrology and harmful algae blooms during the Florida Water crises. Tracy is...2022-03-1244 min
Carolina Weather GroupDr. Tracy Fanara: Oceanic dead zones, red tide, + space exploration [Ep. 389]This week, we're happy to welcome back Dr. Tracy Fanara. We're discussing oceanic dead zones and red tide. Plus, Dr. Tracy talks about her possible opportunities to visit space. She's in the running for projects involving both SpaceX and NASA.
And if that wasn't enough, we contemplate the big question: How do you go to the bathroom in space? ️
It's an episode of the Carolina Weather Group you won't want to miss. We had such a blast talking with Dr. Tracy that we couldn't fit it all into this half-hour. Join us at https://patreon.co...2021-11-1837 min
Fieldcraft SurvivalEpisode 255: Kevin Estela talks with NOAA Scientist Dr. Tracy FanaraKevin Estela sits down with Dr. Tracy Fanara, a Ph.D. Engineer and NOAA Scientist to discuss the water treatment, the role of the environment in our lives, and how our relationship with the environment can help us understand and improve our abilities in survival situations. Plus Behind the Scenes talk on Mythbusters: The Search.
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Environmental Professionals Radio (EPR)NOAA, Public Speaking, and the Joy of Science with Dr. Tracy FanaraShare your Field Stories!Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today’s episode, we talk with Dr. Tracy Fanara, Environmental Engineer, Scientist, Investigator, Public Speaker & Marvel Comic Agent of G.I.R.L., about NOAA, Public Speaking, and the Joy of Science. Read her full bio below. Help us continue to create great content! If you’d like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-formShow...2021-09-1046 min
Weather GeeksGulf of Mexico Dead ZonesGuest: Dr. Tracy FanaraToday’s topic may sound like something you would see in a Sci-Fi movie… We’re talking about Dead Zones! No, it doesn’t have anything to do with zombies, but these dead zones can be very harmful and even deadly to aquatic life. Dr. Tracy Fanara is a scientist and engineer who has been studying these and other types of phenomena to help educate the public and work to change our practices that contribute to them. Today we’ll be focusing on the Gulf of Mexico, but these events can occur in water bodies...2021-07-2831 min
NOAA Ocean PodcastConnecting the Dots with Modeling (Part Two)
What do harmful algal blooms, dust from the Saharan desert, and hurricanes have in common? They are all pieces of the puzzle that modeling puts together to give us the big picture when it comes to studying and understanding our ocean and coasts. In part two of this two-part episode, we continue our conversation with scientist Dr. Tracy Fanara about how modeling supports NOAA mission areas and supports coastal communities. We discuss how modeling helps these communities reduce risks to their lives and livelihoods, and how the National Ocean Service works to meet the evolving needs of...2021-06-1712 min
The Athlete Climate AcademyEp9. Ocean Currents with Tracy FanaraHuw talks to Tracy Fanara about our oceans and the role they play in climate change. How can we expect them to change going forward with their role in weather creation and moving heat around the planet. Tracy Fanara works at NOAA and is a science communicator. Get a tiny glimpse into all her amazing work at https://www.instagram.com/inspectorplanetLearn more with The Athlete Climate Academy at www.anturus.co.uk/athleteclimateacademy2021-06-1521 min
Tinkering Belles with Tamara RobertsonTinkering Belles - Dr. Tracy FanaraDo you love Saving the Planet, Drinking Dino Pee and general Maker Shop Talk? If so, join Tamara Robertson (Mythbusters, Maker Science, Seekers of Science) as she kicks off with a Tech Talk about the Dremel then sits down with Engineer, Environmentalist and Maker Dr. Tracy Fanara (Weather Channel, What on Earth, Mythbusters The Search, Seekers of Science). Topics they cover include (but are surely not limited to):- Putting the E In STEM - Engineering- Time Management with Content Creation- Building Non-Profit Tech with Mote - Sustaining Life as...2021-05-1843 min
Space4UTracy Fanara – NOAA Scientist/Program Manager & ‘Inspector Planet’In this episode:
We meet environmental engineer Dr. Tracy Fanara, a research scientist and program manager at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) where she works with other scientists and engineers from around the world to understand and forecast Earth systems. Before joining NOAA, Tracy managed the Environmental Health research program at Mote Marine Laboratory where she was called on as an expert in the Florida Water Crises, during which The Weather Channel’s Jim Cantore called her, "The face of red tide.” Fanara earned her BS, ME, and PhD from the University of Florida.
2021-04-1437 min
Here We AreThe Changing EnvironmentHow can we get people to care about the planet? Why is there so much division surrounding climate change? Shane asks Tracy Fanara these big questions. Tracy tests environmental myths to justify action or to alleviate public misconceptions, then communicates results to the public through through media interviews, public seminars, citizen science programs, and scientific investigative docu-reality videos.https://inspectorplanet.com/Thank you for watching and being an inquisitive being.𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞:Stand-up comedian, adventurer and science enthusiast Shane Mauss has been interviewing scientists each week since 2014.Originally from La Crosse, Wisconsin this former factory worker skipped college to become a...2020-09-071h 25
Here We AreThe Changing EnvironmentHow can we get people to care about the planet? Why is there so much division surrounding climate change? Shane asks Tracy Fanara these big questions. Tracy tests environmental myths to justify action or to alleviate public misconceptions, then communicates results to the public through through media interviews, public seminars, citizen science programs, and scientific investigative docu-reality videos.
https://inspectorplanet.com/
Thank you for watching and being an inquisitive being.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞:
Stand-up comedian, adventurer and science enthusiast Shane Mauss has been interviewing scientists each week since 2014.
Originally from La Crosse, Wisconsin this former factory worker skipped college to become a comedian. His stand up has been on Comedy Central, C...2020-09-071h 28
Here We AreThe Changing EnvironmentHow can we get people to care about the planet? Why is there so much division surrounding climate change? Shane asks Tracy Fanara these big questions. Tracy tests environmental myths to justify action or to alleviate public misconceptions, then communicates results to the public through through media interviews, public seminars, citizen science programs, and scientific investigative docu-reality videos.
https://inspectorplanet.com/
Thank you for watching and being an inquisitive being.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞:
Stand-up comedian, adventurer and science enthusiast Shane Mauss has been interviewing scientists each week since 2014.
Originally from La Crosse, Wisconsin this former factory worker skipped college to become a comedian. His stand up has been on Comedy Central, C...2020-09-071h 25
The Maker's Happy HourEpisode 19- Dr. T likes to Rap.Tonight we talk with a scientist, Dr. Tracy Fanara (@Inspectorplanet) about everything other then her stint on "Mythbusters". We dive deep into Dr Dre's undergraduate career, her experience living in a reality TV show house in college, and the size of an alligator's butthole. We shared lots of laughs and learned a ton about what happens when you live in Florida!2020-04-221h 17
Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival "Tent Talks"Extremophiles - Leah Shore & Tracy Fanara*Session 2, Orpheum Theater* Extremophiles is a short but intense portrait film about the pollution in Brooklyn NY and beyond. We chat with the writing and directing team about the film. Extremophiles are organisms that exist when nothing else can survive.2020-02-1333 min
WHOA GNV PodcastRules For Disciplined Success with Steve Nudelberg & Sons of On The Ball MarketingSuccess isn’t achieved overnight. In this week’s episode, our guests dove deep into what it takes to be the person you want to be. Steve Nudelberg and his sons Marc and Jake gave our hosts some insight into what it truly means to be successful. Steve’s book, Confessions of a Serial Salesman, goes over 27 rules to help you get where you want to be. He shared his processes, strategies and favorite rules with Collin and Mike, and they couldn’t be more fascinated.
Keep up with Steve and his journey on Facebook...2020-01-061h 15WHOA GNV PodcastEnvironmental Solutions & Enhancing Literacy with Dr. Tracy Fanara aka Inspector PlanetDr. Tracy Fanara is proof that not all heroes wear capes. Inspector Planet is a modern-day superhero, and she’s here to educate and execute. For Tracy, finding solutions to environmental issues isn’t enough on its own.
Public outreach is hugely important, which is why she came on our show and gave Collin a little lesson in microbiology. From collaborating with NASA to helping develop her own comic, she aims high and never stops pushing. How does she do it all? Our hosts wondered the exact same thing.
Follow Tracy on all social media platfo...2019-12-301h 08
Teach the Geek Podcast - public speaking for technical professionalsEP. 15 - Tracy FanaraDr. Tracy Fanara took her love of science from the lab to in front of the camera. In addition to being the Manager of the Environmental Health Research Program at Mote Marine Laboratory, she has been featured on shows such as Mythbusters: The Search and Xploration Awesome Planet. Her current venture, Inspector Planet, provides environmental education to folks of all ages.
Follow her on Twitter @inspectorplanet2019-12-0833 min
Carolina Weather GroupWhy is the water red?Florida's Red Tide has returned. The bacteria bloom can be toxic and deadly. On this Thanksgiving week, we look back at our interview with Dr. Tracy Fanara, an environmental engineer and scientist.2019-11-2938 min
Her Stem StoryAn Environmental Engineer & Research ScientistOur guest today is Dr. Tracy Fanara, an environmental engineer, and research scientist, currently managing the Environmental Health program at Mote Marine Laboratory, where she investigates, designs, and implements strategies to alleviate manmade and natural impacts on the environment and human health. You may have seen her on Mythbusters the Search, Animal Outtakes, Awesome Planet, or as an expert on The Weather Channel. In this episode we talk about: 1. What is Environmental Engineering? 2. How & why Tracy chose environmental engineering? 3. What her day at Mote Marine Laboratory looks like? 4. How...2019-11-2049 min
The Weather JunkiesEp. 112: Water Security, Britney Spears, & Life on Mars with Dr. Tracy FanaraDakota recaps this week including the Amazon wildfires, Colorado hail, and JetBlue's cloud shade. Dr. Tracy Fanara joins the show to discuss her numerous projects including Mythbusters, comics, and how she's going to help us get to Mars.
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Audio used for opening, transitions, and closing are from Broke For Free, Riot, Weather Channel, AccuWeather, National Weather Service, Brad Guay, and ABC 33 in Tuscaloosa.2019-08-2400 min
The Visible Expert PodcastDr. Tracy Fanara aka "Inspector Planet" - Environmental Engineer & Communications ExpertDr. Tracy Fanara, aka Inspector Planet, is a passionate environmental engineer fighting to extend humanity's time on earth. With appearances on TV shows such as Mythbusters, Animal Outtakes, and The Weather Channel, she is using her platform to educate people on the inter-connectedness of our environment. Learn more about Tracy aka Inspector Planet: https://mote.org/ https://visitbeaches.org/ @inspectorplanet 2019-07-1548 minCarolina Weather GroupRed Tide: The risk, the cause and the solutionBefore you drive south and hit the beach this holiday, you'll need to understand 'Red Tide:' What causes them, what threats do they raise and how to keep yourself informed. The red waters you see off the shoreline could be dangerous. Our guest is Dr. Tracy Fanara, Environmental Engineer and Scientist. She tells us what causes these dangerous toxins, and what environmental like here are doing to track and prevent them.2018-11-291h 02
Here We Are181: Algae + EcosystemsShane talks about red tide, algae, and the effects of freshwater chemicals on public health with environmental engineer Dr. Tracy Fanara. Catch her on Season 5 of “Awesome Planet” or find her on Instagram [@inspectorplanet](http://www.instagram.com/inspectorplanet). Charity Of The Week: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium at [http://www.mote.org](http://www.mote.org)
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Here We Are181: Algae + EcosystemsShane talks about red tide, algae, and the effects of freshwater chemicals on public health with environmental engineer Dr. Tracy Fanara. Catch her on Season 5 of “Awesome Planet” or find her on Instagram [@inspectorplanet](http://www.instagram.com/inspectorplanet). Charity Of The Week: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium at [http://www.mote.org](http://www.mote.org)
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Here We Are181: Algae + EcosystemsShane talks about red tide, algae, and the effects of freshwater chemicals on public health with environmental engineer Dr. Tracy Fanara. Catch her on Season 5 of “Awesome Planet” or find her on Instagram [@inspectorplanet](http://www.instagram.com/inspectorplanet). Charity Of The Week: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium at [http://www.mote.org](http://www.mote.org)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-08-311h 06
Here We Are181: Algae + EcosystemsShane talks about red tide, algae, and the effects of freshwater chemicals on public health with environmental engineer Dr. Tracy Fanara. Catch her on Season 5 of “Awesome Planet” or find her on Instagram [@inspectorplanet](http://www.instagram.com/inspectorplanet). Charity Of The Week: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium at [http://www.mote.org](http://www.mote.org)
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