Episodes 45
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Feb 2024
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
36%
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About This Podcast

Embark on a transformative journey with the "NorthStar Gaze" podcast, sharing intimate stories from Geo-Stem luminaries. In 1-on-1 chats, explore their journeys and profound contributions to geography and GIS.

Inspired by our Telescope program, each episode offers a telescopic view into their lives. Uncover the human side of Geo-Stem, where passion meets purpose, and racial justice is central.

"The NorthStar Gaze" is your invitation to a Homecoming, where diverse voices paint the tapestry of contributions to geography and STEM. Tune in and let the brilliance of these geo-stars guide you.

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Recent Episodes

Mapping the Black Baseline: Environmental Justice, Pipelines, and Regulatory Power with Montina Cole

Feb 26, 2026 44m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this episode, Dr. Adrienne Hollis and Erica Phillips interview Montina Cole, Esq. Principal of Jai Green Consulting about her ground-breaking work at…

S3E3 Designing Resilience: GIS, Wetlands, and Community Vision in New Orleans with Rashida Ferdinand

Feb 13, 2026 36m

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this episode, we meet Rashida Ferdinand, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SankofaLA.  The Sankofa Community Development Corporation (CDC)…

S3E2 Where Farming Harms: Mapping Environmental Justice with Maria & Michael Payan

Jan 30, 2026 41m

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this episode of North Star Gaze, Erica Phillips and guest host Dr. Adrienne Hollis are joined by Maria and Michael Payan of the Sussex Health and…

S3E1 Dr. Adrienne Hollis - Environmental Justice & GIS

Jan 15, 2026 32m

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In the opening episode of North Star Gaze Season 3, host Erica Phillips welcomes Dr. Adrienne Hollis—environmental toxicologist, attorney, and…

S2E20 Clinton Johnson - Closing Us Out, Charting the Future of Innovation

Oct 07, 2025 16m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this closing keynote episode of NorthStar GAZE, Clinton Johnson reflects on the transformative potential of GIS in addressing justice and equity…

S2E17 Karen Bett - Mapping Ourselves Into Existence w/ Data, Power & Citizen Voice

Sep 23, 2025 34m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this episode we sit down with Karen Bett, Kenyan economist, data policy powerhouse who shares a transformative vision of how citizen data and mapping…

S2E13 HBCU Environmental Justice Technical Collaborative (HEJT) - Mapping Black Geographies & Environmental Justice

Sep 09, 2025 22m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking panel discussion, featuring an esteemed panel of geospatial changemakers: Dr. Linda Loubert, Autrice…

S2E15 Biyi Fafunmi - Harnessing GIS for National Development and Nigeria’s Geospatial Future

Aug 26, 2025 34m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this thrilling episode of North Star Gaze, we delve into the career of GIS pioneer Biyi Fafunmi from Nigeria's National Bureau of Statistics.…

Dr. Abraham Liddell - Exploring Historical Narratives with GIS and AI

Aug 12, 2025 30m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. The Intersection of Data Science and Humanities, join us as we dive into the innovative research of Dr. Abraham Liddell, a historian and data scientist…

S2E14 Christian Mey - Beyond Borders, an Afro-Futurist Vision for Conservation in Cameroon

Jul 29, 2025 38m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. Join us for an insightful episode where we discuss the pivotal role of GIS in conservation with wildlife geographer Christian May. Christian shares his…

S2E12 Stella Mutai - No Future Without Her, Mapping the Possible

Jul 15, 2025 37m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this episode of The North Star Gaze, we welcome Stella Mutai, Co-Founder of Women in Space Kenya, a trailblazer shaping how we see and respond to the…

S2E11 Frank Romo - Empowering Communities and Our Youth with GIS

Jul 01, 2025 25m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. Join us at the NorthStar of GIS Homecoming 2024 event as we sit down with Frank Romo to discuss his inspiring work in the geospatial field. Frank shares…

S2E11 Jason Sawle - Art, Afro-Futurism and Nat Geo's MapMaker

Jun 17, 2025 32m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this conversation, Jason Sowell discusses the importance of GIS in education, sharing his journey and experiences in promoting GIS for young…

S2E9 Labdi - Afrofuturist Soundscapes, Mapping Music, Memory, and Movement

Jun 03, 2025 41m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this engaging conversation, Labdi, a talented musician and Orutu player, shares her journey in the music industry, discussing her new EP 'Parkwalk'…

S2E8 Toussaint Kirk - Exploring the Future of GIS

May 20, 2025 12m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. Join us as we sit down with Toussaint Kirk as he shares his journey into the world of GIS, his inspirational experiences at NorthStar and…

S2E7 George Arterberry - Using GIS to Transform Global Supply Chains

May 06, 2025 27m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this episode of NorthStar GAZE, George Arterberry, Director of Global Supply Chain Operations at Bridgeport Group, shares his journey from military…

S2E6 Dr. Paulette Brown-Hinds - GeoMedia, the Black Press and Charting a Future Rooted in History

Apr 22, 2025 46m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this electrifying episode we sit down with the multifaceted Dr. Paulette Brown Hines, the founder of Voice Media Ventures and second-generation…

S2E6 Vernice Miller-Travis - Environmental Justice, The Future is Now and GIS is the Tool

Apr 08, 2025 32m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. This episode features a compelling conversation with closing keynote speaker Vernice Miller-Travis, a pioneer in the environmental justice movement. She…

S2E4 Linda Harris - Walking with Harriet, Embracing History, Freedom, and Geo

Mar 25, 2025 18m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this inspiring episode, we sit down with keynote speaker Linda Harris, who, along with David, gave us an unforgettable experience at the NorthStar of…

S2E3 Tara Roberts – Mapping Hidden Histories Underwater Exploration

Mar 11, 2025 24m Transcript

Let us know what you thought of this episode. In this episode captivating Homecoming keynote, Tara Roberts, shares insights from her profound underwater journey to uncover the untold stories of…

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