Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 2

Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 2

Aired Saturday, August 19, 2023

Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 2

Show #220

Talking about large-scale drivers of carbon at the very highest level of concern for the survival of life on the planet. We will explore the pragmatic microlevel of the design of a few individual buildings, materials, and systems that in the that demonstrate the multiplying effect of little success stories. What does it mean to be resilient versus resistant and what does it mean to be Net Zero.

Guests

Tom Huf, Senior Education Facilities Planner,
University of Massachusetts; Jacob Knowles,
Director of Sustainable Design at BR+A; Mark Oldham, Principal Architect at Payette; Andrea Love, LEED Fellow and Principal Architect at Payette; Ted Mendoza, Capital Projects Manager at University of Massachusetts

Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 2

Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 1

Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 1

Aired Saturday, August 12, 2023

Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 1

Show #219

Talking about large-scale drivers of carbon at the very highest level of concern for the survival of life on the planet. We will explore the pragmatic microlevel of the design of a few individual buildings, materials, and systems that in the that demonstrate the multiplying effect of little success stories. What does it mean to be resilient versus resistant and what does it mean to be Net Zero.

Guests

Tom Huf, Senior Education Facilities Planner,
University of Massachusetts; Jacob Knowles,
Director of Sustainable Design at BR+A; Mark Oldham, Principal Architect at Payette; Andrea Love, LEED Fellow and Principal Architect at Payette; Ted Mendoza, Capital Projects Manager at University of Massachusetts

Little Successes Can Change Everything: Building Solutions for Our Carbon Future – Episode 1

The Loom: Weaving at the Intersection of Art and Science

The Loom: Weaving at the Intersection of Art and Science

Aired Saturday, August 5, 2023

The Loom: Weaving at the Intersection of Art and Science

The Conversation

Textiles are a fascinating combination of chemistry and physics. Weavers rely on the physical and chemical properties of fabrics to create a wide variety of products. From the early days of weaving and spinning to the modern era of synthetic fibers and nanotechnology, the chemistry and physics of textiles are an ever-evolving field of study.
Our guest creates beautiful woven works of art that cross between the boundaries of art and science. Join us as we explore how fine art, science, and technology come together to make individual fibers come together to create magnificent works of art. We will explore the different types of looms, fibers, and dyes used in the making of woven art as well as how science has influenced our guest’s work.

Guests

Gretchen Romey-Tanzer, Weaver and Owner of Tanzer Weaving Studio and Gallery

The Loom: Weaving at the Intersection of Art and Science

Art from Nature: Discovering Nature Through the Lens of the Watercolor Brush

Art from Nature: Discovering Nature Through the Lens of the Watercolor Brush

Aired Saturday, July 29, 2023

Art from Nature: Discovering Nature Through the Lens of the Watercolor Brush

The Conversation

Art can challenge viewpoints or attitudes that we didn’t even know we had. Our guest uses artwork to provoke you into examining what you are seeing in nature. Making art from nature reinterprets the natural elements by reassigning meaning to natural objects. Art from nature is ephemeral; creating a new art object while leaving the real thing to disintegrate naturally. Art from nature unites natural elements with artistic vision to create artwork that pushes the boundaries of what art is and how we perceive ourselves in the natural world. Our guest uses watercolors in ways that encourage you to relax and have fun painting while using your brush to see more deeply the natural world around you.

Guests

Megan Jefferson, Painter, Muralist, Watercolorist, and Educator

Art from Nature: Discovering Nature Through the Lens of the Watercolor Brush

Food for Life: Health and Nutrition through Plants

Food for Life: Health and Nutrition through Plants

Aired Saturday, July 22, 2023

Food for Life: Health and Nutrition through Plants

The Conversation

Talking about a long-held interest in health and nutrition that started years ago when her son said, “Mom, you’re always sending us articles on food and health. Why don’t you do something with that?” Her passion found expression when she was accepted as an instructor with The Cancer Project in 2008. Her professional career includes elementary teaching, child protective social work, and school counseling. In addition to presenting the Food for Life Nutrition and Cooking Class series, Joanne offers private cooking classes in her home.

Guests

Joanne Irwin, Food for Life Instructor, Plant-Based Nana

Food for Life: Health and Nutrition through Plants

Tusk: Uncovering a Mystery in the Maine

Tusk: Uncovering a Mystery in the Maine

Aired Saturday, July 15, 2023

Tusk: Uncovering a Mystery in the Maine

The Conversation

Talking about his new book “Mystery Tusk: Searching for Elephants in the Maine Woods.” The story begins with the search for a mysterious tusk that seems to have two conflicting histories: one ancient and one modern. Gary’s search for the truth led him into the woods of northern Maine as he uncovered the truth behind this amazing find. Gary has created beautiful and informative illustrations to accompany the story and we will be having conversations about his work both as a curator and illustrator and this amazing story.

Guests

Gary Hoyle, Artist, Museum Curator, and Author

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