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Untether Your Life93: Dr. Priya Nalkur - President, The Roundtable Institute on JEDI Leadership and "Stumbling Towards Inclusion"This episode was released on the heels of perhaps the most dramatic election of our time—one that will have a serious impact on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and leadership initiatives in corporations throughout the United States. So I felt very fortunate to speak to one of the most compelling and dynamic authorities in this space—Dr. Priya Nalkur.
Priya Nalkur, Ed.D. is the President of The RoundTable Institute, where she leads a global group of coaches and facilitators to help companies build more inclusive leaders and workplaces. She is a professional speaker, coach and faci...2024-11-1338 min
Fast Facts at The SlateEpisode 49: Dr. Priya PatelFeminology - Questions about cortisol levels? Hormones? Supplements? We beg for answers on this episode with Dr. Priya Patel of Feminology, MD. As a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Patel can dig deep on health, wellness, & anti-aging (a favorite topic!)2024-03-1025 min
From the FieldEntry 14: Indigenous Knowledge and Arctic Policy with Henry HuntingtonIn this episode of From the Field, Henry Huntington, an independent researcher and Arctic Science Director at Ocean Conservancy, explains how the combination of traditional knowledge and scientific knowledge regarding the ecology of marine mammals, use of sea ice and climate change can accurately and effectively influence policy. He further explains how indigenous knowledge must be accepted within in the scientific community and Indigenous Peoples must be credited for their long lineage of knowledge and work in the Arctic.2021-04-0537 minFrom the FieldEntry 13: How Living Shorelines Mitigate Storm Damage and Coastal Erosion with Rachel GittmanInt this episode of From the Field, Dr. Rachel Gittman, a coastal ecologist and assistant professor at East Caroline University, explains how living shorelines like marshes and mangroves can lead to shoreline stabilization which prevents serious damage from natural disasters. 2021-03-2935 minFrom the FieldEntry 12: Paper Based DNA Kit Identifies Rare and Elusive Species with Natalie SchmittIn this episode of From the Field, Dr. Natalie Schmitt, a conservation genetic scientist and documentary film presenter, discusses her journey of developing a paper based DNA kit which can identify rare and elusive species while out in the field, yielding immediate results. Her revolutionary kit could change the way scientists work in the field and assist in protecting endangered species that succumb to illegal wildlife trade. 2021-03-2232 minFrom the FieldEntry 11: Understanding the Effects of Climate Change on Polar Bears with Andrew DerocherIn this episode of From the Field, guest Andrew Derocher, ecologist and a professor of biology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada, discusses how the changes in sea ice create a shift in polar bear behavior over time and invites a trying element to their survival. 2021-03-1532 min
The Big StoryWomen’s Day 2021: Reflecting on the Past Year Through StoriesA focal point in the women’s right movement is International Women’s Day, a day which has served both as a day of protest in some of parts of the world and a celebration in others.
This past year we have seen the crucial leadership roles that women have played in the ongoing farmers agitation at the borders of the capital, which recently crossed its 100-day mark. We also witnessed the landmark Priya Ramani verdict, which scored a victory for the #MeToo movement in India and the workplace rights for women.
As part of The Quin...2021-03-0811 minFrom the FieldEntry 9: Who's Eating What? Urban and Scavenger Ecology and How Humans Affect Biodiversity with Alexis BrewerIn this episode of From the Field, our guest Alexis Brewer, a Ph.D candidate at the City University of New York, discusses the relationship between humans and wildlife and how we may affect their diets. Cue dumpster diving black bears and road kill loving vultures!2021-03-0830 minFrom the FieldEntry 10: Monitoring Climate Change Impact on Salmon Streams in Alaska with Sue MaugerIn this episode of From the Field, Sue Mauger, the Science and Executive Director of the Cook Inletkeeper in Alaska, discusses how climate and land use change have impacted the wild salmon streams. Learn how Sue applies water temperature monitoring networks and fosters education and science as a base for ethical stewardship of the Cook Inlet watershed.2021-03-0840 min
The Big Story#MeToo: MJ Akbar Loses Defamation Case Against Priya RamaniFollowing a trial which lasted almost two years and became one of India’s most high-profile cases arising out of the #MeToo movement, a Delhi trial court on Wednesday, 17 February acquitted journalist Priya Ramani in the criminal defamation case filed against her by former Union Minister MJ Akbar.
In the criminal defamation suit, Akbar had claimed that an article by Ramani, written for Vogue in 2017 amid the #MeToo movement, and a subsequent tweet about him in 2018 when the movement was sweeping India, caused damage to his “stellar reputation”.
Ramani had contested these claims pleading truth, good faith...2021-02-1713 minFrom the FieldFinal Entry: S1 - Thank You For Listening and Stay Tuned for Season 2Thank you for listening to From the Field, Season 1! We're coming back with season 2, so stay tuned. In the mean time, look out for a mini-series where I will discuss intriguing field studies and interview volunteers and citizen scientists involved in projects benefitting the planet. For more information, visit www.fromthefieldpodcast.com 2019-06-1702 minFrom the FieldEntry 8: Combating Climate Change by Understanding Climate and Animal Migration Patterns Through Projection Models with Josh LawlerIn this episode of From the Field, guest Josh Lawler, an ecologist and professor, discusses how climate projections in relation to animal migration could show how and where landscapes need to be improved in order to ensure the survival of hundreds of species throughout the Americas. 2019-06-0330 minFrom the FieldEntry 7: Clean Drinking Water Depends on Conservation of Gravely Imperiled and Endangered Freshwater Mussels with Abbie Gascho LandisIn this episode of From the Field, guest Abbie Gascho Landis, Author of a book entitled “Immersion: The Science and Mystery of Freshwater Mussels,” explains how Freshwater Mussels perform ecosystem services by cleaning rivers and streams that eventually make their way into our water supply. One catch, 70% of Freshwater Mussels are gravely imperiled and endangered due to pollution, man made dams and a warming climate. 2019-05-2734 minFrom the FieldEntry 6: Understanding Coral Health and Immunity Could Restore Coral Reef Systems with Caroline PalmerIn this episode of From the Field, guest Dr. Caroline Palmer discusses how her research in coral immunology may be the key to resilience against coral bleaching and the loss of coral reef habitat that houses 25% of ocean life. 2019-05-2040 minFrom the FieldEntry 5: Geothermal Energy - An Everlasting Source of Sustainable Energy Right Below Our Feet with Christian HardwickIn this episode of From the Field, guest Christian Hardwick explains why Geothermal Energy, sometimes a forgotten renewable, is the best sustainable resource to power the planet and combat climate change. For more information, visit www.fromthefieldpodcast.com2019-05-1329 minFrom the FieldEntry 4: The Future of Cities Impacted by Climate Change with Timon McPhearsonIn this episode of From the Field, guest Timon McPhearson discusses the adverse effects of Climate Change on our cities and how he combats heatwaves with a multifaceted approach.2019-05-0630 minFrom the FieldEntry 3: The Data Deficient Killer Whales of Western Australia with Bec WellardIn this episode of From the Field, find out why collecting data on Killer Whales in Australia is crucial to protecting not just the species itself but the entire ocean ecosystem - with guest Bec Wellard. For guest links and other info on Bec, please visit: www.fromthefieldpodcast.com/episodes2019-04-2926 minFrom the FieldEntry 2: Combating Timber Theft Through Wood Chemistry with Kristen FinchIn this episode of From the Field, guest Kristen Finch explains why timber theft is more lucrative than Ivory Trade and how her study could halt illegal logging in the future. For show notes and other information about Kristen, visit: www.fromthefieldpodcast.com/episodes2019-04-1618 minFrom the FieldIntroduction to From the FieldWelcome to From the Field! Season 1 is full of eye opening stories about scientists and their fieldwork. This teaser explains what to expect throughout the season. Visit the From the Field website to learn more. 2019-04-1602 minFrom the FieldEntry 1: Reintroducing Bison to the Tall Grass Prairie with Holly JonesIn this episode of From the Field, guest Holly Jones explains how the revival of tall grass prairie and the reintroduction of a pure-line of bison in Illinois benefits the ecosystem in a huge way. For show notes and other information about Holly, visit www.fromthefieldpodcast.com/episodes 2019-04-1619 min
Queering DesiQueering Bollywood with Shelly Chopra DharThis week, Priya chats with Shelly Chopra Dhar, director and co-screenwriter of the new Bollywood film, “Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga,” Bollywood’s first mainstream queer love story since “Fire.” The two talk extensively about the film, from what it was like to cast the film to the lukewarm box office response in India, and why we didn't see more of Sweety (Sonam Kapoor) and Kuhu's (Regina Cassandra) relationship on screen. Shelly talks about her intended audience, and Priya even asks about the male savior trope in the story. Later, Shelly talks about her experience as the parent of a...2019-02-1334 min
IfM ResearchGlobal Health Commercialization & Funding Roundtable: Panel II: TB Overview and Social Entrepreneurship in TB DOTS DeliveryThis is the second panel of the Cambridge Global Health Commercialization & Roundtable open-day conference April 20, 2012. This panel focuses on TB overview and social entrepreneurship in TB DOTS delivery Panelists are:
- Moderator: David Brown, Adviser, One World Health
- Christopher Dye, Director of Health Information in the Office of HIVAIDS, Tuberculosis, Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases, World Health Organization
- Shelly Batra, President, Operation ASHA
- Urvashi Prasad, Program Officer, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Introduction offered by GHCF facilitator Priya Khetarpal.2012-04-271h 05