Conversation with a Geographer

Dr. Michael Watts

Michael Watts, PhD, is an emeritus professor of the University of California, Berkeley, whose research has focused on the political economies of developing regions in Africa, often by examining energy and agriculture. Hosted by Mike DeVivo. Recorded July 1, 2024, by the IT Media Technologies department of Grand Rapids Community College.

Mark Revell

Mark Revell is the Manager for Career Programs and Disciplinary Research at the American Association of Geographers. In this position, he has a unique and insightful perspective on both the Association and the discipline of geography in the 21st century. Hosted by Mike DeVivo. Recorded June 28, 2024, by the IT Media Technologies department of Grand Rapids Community College.

Dr. Billie Lee Turner II

Billie Lee Turner II, PhD, is the Gilbert F. White Professor of Environment and Society in the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning at Arizona State University. His extensive research has focused on human-environmental interactions primarily in Central America, Mexico, and the American Southwest. Hosted by Mike DeVivo. Recorded June 27, 2024. S02 E41.

Dr. Adriana Martinez

Adriana Martinez, PhD, is a professor in the Department of Geography & GIS at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Her research focuses on the ways human activities influence river systems. Hosted by Mike DeVivo. Recorded June 27, 2024, by the IT Media Technologies department of Grand Rapids Community College.

Reflections on Geoffrey Martin and the History of Geographic Thought

A special episode of examining the life and legacy of Dr. Geoffrey J. Martin, with contributions from (in order of appearance): * Ronald Abler, PhD, Professor Emeritus at Pennsylvania State University and past Executive Director of the Association of American Geographers (as the organization was named at the time) * Douglas Richardson, PhD, past Executive Director of the American Association of Geographers * Innes M. Keighren, PhD, Professor at the University of London * Jason E. VanHorn, PhD, Professor at Calvin University * Kent Mathewson, PhD, Professor Emeritus as Louisiana State University * Jörn Seemann, PhD, Associate Professor at Ball State University * Marcy Bidney, MA, MILS, Associate Director and Curator of the American Geographical Society Library at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Hosted by Michael S. DeVivo, PhD, Professor at Grand Rapids Community College. Produced by the IT Media Technologies department of GRCC.