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Livermush: A Story of What We Carry by Ana Gray

This episode traces the history of livermush, a southern dish, from producer Ana Gray's family farm to a North Carolina factory, told through family memory, labor, and survival. What begins as a search for a childhood food becomes a story about inheritance, care, and quiet resistance. Produced with support from the Braden Storytelling Grant and the Stanford Storytelling Project. [This episode was edited to comply with award submission requirements] Credits: Phyllis Hunter Bracket and Louise Rulfed and the Hunter Livermush family Macy Jones  Martha Jones, my Aunt Mothe The SSP team, with a special Shout out to Dawn J Fraser   Music: Free Music Archies – Eirik finbak, Dear Whiskey  Youtube Studio Audio Library – Chris Haugen, Soul Food – Alge, make the visible invisible freesound.org [http://freesound.org]

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Through the two possible journeys of an Aloha Shirt, Tead Count tells the story of the true cost of fast fashion. Music from Blue Dot Sessions. Interviewees: * Barchi Gillai, Associate Director Value Chain Innovation Initiative, https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/labs-initiatives/vcii [https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/labs-initiatives/vcii] * Lila Temple, Stanford FashionX, https://www.stanfordfashionx.com/ [https://www.stanfordfashionx.com/] Research: a. https://www.sgs.com/en-be/news/2023/10/cc-q3-2023-profitability-and- textile-durability-in-the-circular-economy b. https://www.roadrunnerwm.com/blog/textile-waste-environmental-crisis c. theguardian.com d. https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/fashion-and-the-circular- economy-deep-dive e. https://cottonique.com/blogs/articles/how-long-will-it-take-for-fabrics-to- decompose?srsltid=AfmBOoqh10_PyQpTbPI- XzlMYGUo2dN1DVejdaOfczf7fPLVzUfVWJVh f. https://www.unep.org/technical-highlight/sustainable-fashion-take-centre- stage-zero-waste-day

I Speak for the Trees

I Speak for the Trees is a podcast that explores the consequences of land use change. Join us as we investigate the parallels between The Lorax and the real world in order to address the issue of sustainable land use change. From local land clearing in Wisconsin, restoration of overgrazed ranchland in Texas, to green space implementation in Chicago, we highlight how technology, policy, education, and community action can come together to reshape the way we think about and interact with our land. Music and Sound: Music and sound effects from Descript Library other than McCarthy (Blue Dot Sessions) Quantum Jazz - Passing Fields (Blue Dot Sessions) First Results (Blue Dot Sessions), Basketliner (Blue Dot Sessions) Borough (Blue Dot Sessions) Lakal (Blue Dot Sessions) and Delamine (Blue Dot Sessions). David Bamberger speaking clips from National Geographic’s “50 Years Ago, This Was a Wasteland. He Changed Everything | Short Film Showcase” YouTube Documentary. The Lorax by Dr. Suess, audiobook read by Ted Danson   Interviewee Bios: Dr. Diana Moanga is a Lecturer and the Manager of the Spatial Analysis Center in the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. Her research includes studying land use land cover change processes using remote sensing and spatial analysis, focusing on the effects of environmental and anthropogenic stressors on coastal socio-environmental systems. She is particularly passionate about furthering our understanding of climate equity for coastal communities and mapping coastal hazards at various scales. She has a Ph.D. in Environmental Science Policy and Management from UC Berkeley in 2020. Her dissertation research used geospatial techniques to study land use and land cover changes across California. Specifically, her research explored management impacts on California’s coastal lands, agricultural transitions in the Central Valley, and wildfire activity under future climate regimes. Diana also earned a Master’s in Science in Marine Affairs and Policy from the University of Miami in 2015. For her master's research she examined the spatial and temporal characteristics of harmful algal blooms and studied coastal zone management and coral conservation. Scott Stortz is the elected Village President of Slinger, Wisconsin, where he leads efforts to foster thoughtful growth and community development with an emphasis on quality of life, controlled taxes, and business development. He’s held the position of Village President since 2021, and is also the president of Star Properties, Inc, a real estate firm specializing in residential sales in Washington, Ozaukee, Sheboygan, Fond Du Lac, Dodge, Waukesha and Milwaukee counties. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cardinal Stritch University with a Bachelor of Science and a minor in Sales & Marketing.   David Bamberger is the Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Selah Ranch in Blanco County, Texas, in the heart of the Hill Country. Born into poverty, he created a successful career in entrepreneurship, which allowed him to fund the purchase of Selah Ranch in 1969. Over the course of the next quarter century, Bamberger and his team restored what was the “‘sorriest piece of land’” in Blanco County. Through a myriad of methods–including the selective thinning of Ashe Juniper trees–and countless difficulties, their efforts have resulted in a thriving ecosystem and the rejuvenation of formerly-dry springs. In addition to being a steward of the land, Mr. Bamberger has made tremendous efforts to share his wisdom with the next generation, hosting field trips to Selah Ranch, and developing curriculum on topics such as groundwater infiltration. Research: ● Importance and prevalence of cities in the future Neil Khor, et al. (2022). World Cities Report 2022, Envisioning the Future of Cities, UN Habitat https://unhabitat.org/sites/default/files/2022/06/wcr_2022.pdf ● Maggie Daley Park construction process Tarantino, J. (2024). Explore Maggie Daley Park: Chicago’s Urban Wonderland. The Environmental Blog. https://www.theenvironmentalblog.org/2024/12/maggie-daley-park/ ● Ecosystem Services Definition Millennium ecosystem assessment, M. E. A. Ecosystems and human well-being. Vol. 5. Washington, DC: Island press, 2005. ● National Geographic Documentary on Selah Ranch National Geographic. “50 Years Ago, This Was a Wasteland. He Changed Everything | Short Film Showcase.” YouTube, 24 Apr. 2017, www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSPkcpGmflE. Accessed 21 May 2025. ● Background on Selah Ranch Klepper, Dan E. “Scout | December 2007 | TPW Magazine.” Tpwmagazine.com, 2025,n tpwmagazine.com/archive/2007/dec/reader/. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.

Green Health

Join Natalia, Iamanni, and Marjorie on a journey of investigating the connection of health inequity and sustainability in diabetes treatments!

Reimagining the Road Ahead

"Reimagining the Road Ahead" delves into the concept of car-free days, especially their implementation in Bogotá and Paris, the political and practical challenges to their widespread adoption, and the broader push to re-imagine urban spaces with fewer cars. Interviews: Enrique Peñalosa is a Colombian politician and urban strategist who served as mayor of Bogotá (1998–2000, 2016–2019). He is known for championing sustainable urban mobility, including Bogotá’s TransMilenio bus system and the city’s first Día Sin Carro (Car-Free Day), a bold initiative that reshaped public attitudes toward transportation and urban space. His policies prioritized pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, aiming to create a more equitable and accessible city. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrique_Pe%C3%B1alosa [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrique_Pe%C3%B1alosa] Daniel Rich is a former local government manager with over 30 years of public sector experience. He served as Mountain View’s City Manager from 2011 to 2019, overseeing complex land use projects and regional planning efforts. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles in Sunnyvale, Belmont, and Campbell, as well as working for members of Congress. Since retiring, he has been a lecturer at Stanford University, teaching courses on public policy and local government https://urbanstudies.stanford.edu/people/daniel-h-rich [https://urbanstudies.stanford.edu/people/daniel-h-rich] Dehan (Danno) Glanz is an urban designer and planner with expertise in transit-oriented development. His work spans large-scale village design, architectural prototypes, and mixed-use neighborhoods that integrate sustainable transportation. He has contributed to projects such as the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard Re-Use Plan and the Richmond BART Transit Village. Glanz holds a BA in Urban Studies from Stanford University and a Master of Architecture from UCLA. (Though not in our podcast, his interview helped our group refine our scope early in production). https://urbanstudies.stanford.edu/people/dehan-danno-glanz [https://urbanstudies.stanford.edu/people/dehan-danno-glanz]   Music Artist | Song Title | Source (in order of appearance) Carlos Vives | Ella Es Mi Fiesta | YouTube Greenfire | False Records | Blue Dot Sessions Jon Presstone | The Nature of Curiosity | YouTube Desjardins | The Maison | Blue Dot Sessions Azalai | Taoudella | Blue Dot Sessions Bodytonic | Thannoid | Blue Dot Sessions Maurice Larcange | Traditionnel musette | YouTube Stromae | Alors on danse | YouTube Glass Obelisk | First Results | Blue Dot Sessions Eltham House | Delicates | Blue Dot Sessions The Fence | Bivly | Blue Dot Sessions References Atlas of Urban Expansion - Los Angeles. (n.d.). http://www.atlasofurbanexpansion.org/cities/view/Los_Angeles [http://www.atlasofurbanexpansion.org/cities/view/Los_Angeles] This online resource provides detailed spatial and statistical data on the urban expansion of Los Angeles, emphasizing the city's extensive growth and sprawling road networks. It highlights how urban development patterns have shaped car-centric land use and transportation infrastructure. Chrisafis, A. (2015, September 27). All-blue skies in Paris as city centre goes car-free for first time. The Guardian; The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2015/sep/27/all-blue-skies-in-paris-as-city-centre-goes-car-free-for-first-time [https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2015/sep/27/all-blue-skies-in-paris-as-city-centre-goes-car-free-for-first-time] This news article reports on Paris’s first car-free day, describing the environmental and social impact of the initiative, including improved air quality and public reception. It serves as a case study demonstrating the short-term benefits of restricting car access in urban centers. Glazener, A., Wylie, J., Van Waas, W., & Khreis, H. (2022). The impacts of Car-Free Days and events on the environment and human health. Current Environmental Health Reports, 9(2), 165–182. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40572-022-00342-y [https://doi.org/10.1007/s40572-022-00342-y] This peer-reviewed study reviews global evidence on how car-free events affect air pollution levels and public health, with findings that support reduced vehicular traffic as a means to improve urban environmental conditions. The authors also explore limitations and recommendations for future policy design. Identifying the amount of urban space occupied by roads. (2021, June 21). EU Urban Mobility Observatory. https://urban-mobility-observatory.transport.ec.europa.eu/news-events/news/identifying-amount-urban-space-occupied-roads-2021-06-21_en [https://urban-mobility-observatory.transport.ec.europa.eu/news-events/news/identifying-amount-urban-space-occupied-roads-2021-06-21_en] This article examines how much of a city's surface area is allocated to road infrastructure, highlighting the implications for urban planning and sustainability. It underscores the need to reevaluate space usage in cities dominated by car-centric designs. Masiol, M., Agostinelli, C., Formenton, G., Tarabotti, E., & Pavoni, B. (2014). Thirteen years of air pollution hourly monitoring in a large city: Potential sources, trends, cycles and effects of car-free days. The Science of the Total Environment, 494–495, 84–96. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2014.06.122 [https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2014.06.122] Based on over a decade of air quality monitoring, this study analyzes pollution patterns and confirms measurable air quality improvements during car-free days. It offers valuable data for policymakers aiming to implement sustainable transportation strategies. Mercier, J. (2009). Equity, social justice, and sustainable urban transportation in the Twenty-First Century. Administrative Theory & Praxis, 31(2), 145–163. https://doi.org/10.2753/atp1084-1806310201 [https://doi.org/10.2753/atp1084-1806310201] Mercier explores the intersection of transportation planning with equity and social justice, arguing for inclusive policies that consider marginalized communities. The article critiques conventional transportation systems and proposes frameworks for more equitable urban mobility. Paris Journée sans Voitures. (2015, October). Soundlandscapes’ Blog. https://soundlandscapes.wordpress.com/2015/10/01/paris-journee-sans-voitures/ [https://soundlandscapes.wordpress.com/2015/10/01/paris-journee-sans-voitures/] This blog post offers a personal narrative and sound-based exploration of Paris's car-free day, capturing the unique urban atmosphere when motor traffic is halted. It complements academic studies with experiential insight into public reactions and sensory transformations. Potter, B. (2023, August 10). How the Car Came to LA. Construction Physics. https://www.construction-physics.com/p/how-the-car-came-to-la [https://www.construction-physics.com/p/how-the-car-came-to-la] Potter provides a historical analysis of how Los Angeles developed its car-dominated infrastructure, explaining economic, political, and cultural factors. The article contextualizes current urban form and mobility issues in the city’s past transportation choices. Statista. (2025, April 28). Transportation sector CO₂ emissions in the U.S. 1975-2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1118464/transportation-co2-emissions-in-the-us-energy-consumption/#:~:text=U.S.%20transportation%20sector%20emissions%20from,percent%20of%20the%20global%20total. [https://www.statista.com/statistics/1118464/transportation-co2-emissions-in-the-us-energy-consumption/#:~:text=U.S.%20transportation%20sector%20emissions%20from,percent%20of%20the%20global%20total.] This statistical source charts U.S. transportation-related CO₂ emissions over five decades, illustrating trends and contributing factors. It serves as a key reference for understanding the environmental footprint of vehicular travel. The Paris Agreement and uncertainty in the warming from 1850-1900 to recent decades. (n.d.).Copernicus. https://climate.copernicus.eu/GCH2023-Paris-Agreement [https://climate.copernicus.eu/GCH2023-Paris-Agreement] This article discusses the scientific assessments underpinning the Paris Agreement targets, focusing on climate change baselines and projected temperature increases. It emphasizes the urgency of reducing emissions, including from transportation, to meet global climate goals. UNFCCC. (2025). The Paris Agreement. United Nations Climate Change; United Nations. https://unfccc.int/process-and-meetings/the-paris-agreement This official UN source outlines the framework and commitments of the Paris Agreement, aiming to limit global warming through national contributions and mitigation strategies. It provides the international policy context for local climate actions, including transportation reform. Urry, J., Leach, J. M., Dunn, N., Coulton, C., & Team, L. C. (2017). The little book of car free cities. This publication presents a concise guide to envisioning and implementing car-free urban environments, supported by case studies and design principles. It advocates for reimagined cityscapes that prioritize people, sustainability, and public health over private vehicle use.