Directions Magazine Podcasts

Today's podcast welcomes Xan Fredericks with Josh Nimetz and Cindy Thatcher to discuss the latest in LiDAR.

Today's podcast welcomes Xan Fredericks and Dr. Jason Stoker to discuss the latest in LiDAR.

Today's podcast welcomes Judy Colby-George and Kevin Volz to discuss their work in landscape architecture and geodesign.

This year, URISA's Professional Education Committee is organizing a series of discussions on the New and Now-How did geospatial technology started?, Where is it now?, and what are some current focus areas or points of interest.Today's return guest, Chris Dunn joins us to discuss geofencing warrants.

This episode of GeoInspirations features Dr. Alex Philp, Senior Principal Scientist, climate science and policy at the MITRE not-for-profit corporation.

This episode of GeoInspirations features Jenna Leveille, Deputy State Cartographer for the State of Arizona, and President of the National States Geographic Information Council (NSGIC).

In this edition, we chat with Jesus Delgado on his experiences with data management as a professional and instructor. He also shares his insights on communication and language translations within the software and data.

This episode of GeoInspirations features Anita Palmer, co-founder of GISetc, educator, consultant, and champion of teaching and learning through GIS. Learn about her work with students, with faculty, with Esri, National Geographic, and other organizations, her journey, and her career and life guidance.

This episode of GeoInspirations features Harold Schuch, owner of and consultant with GeoCounsel, Inc. Learn about Harold's work, his journey, and his vision for the future.

In this edition, we chat with Dr. Shannon H. White, faculty at William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. She has more than 20 years experience working with students at all levels and has practical advice and templates to maintain good data habits. She shares her experiences, good and bad with us and inspires us to practice good data management.

This episode of GeoInspirations features Letisha and Garet Couch, founders of TribalGIS.com. This, the National Tribal Geographic Information Support Center, is a non-profit organization with an objective to provide assistance to Native American tribal governments and Native American organizations regarding geographic information technology. Dr. Kerski shares, "I have known and have worked with Letisha and Garet for nearly 20 years and respect their longstanding dedication to helping both novice and experienced GIS users. Their work is helping people who are responsible for stewardship of lands, resources, and people's health and well-being make wise decisions. Their story is visionary for those listening to the podcast—and for people to share with others.” Learn more at Tribal GIS: https://tribalgis.com/

Directions Magazine has been privileged to work with some great organizations. Welcome to another edition of the DirectionsMag/URISA Podcast Series! This year, URISA's Professional Education Committee is organizing a series of discussions on the topic of data organization and management from different perspectives. Whether we work with large occasional projects or daily transactions, organization is a key part of the hardware, software, people, data, network, and procedures of our geographic information systems. In this edition, we chat with Sarah Klaas and Jeremiah Grief of the United States Geological Survey's elevation operations section and how they organize their projects and files.

This episode of GeoInspirations features Dr. Sarah Bednarz, Professor Emerita, long-time champion of research and practice in geospatial technology in education. Learn about her work, her journey, and her current initiatives. Dr. Kerski shares, "When I started my doctoral work in GIS in education, Dr. Bednarz was one of the first people I connected with as she had already blazed trails I was interested in pursuing. I have had the great pleasure of working with her and I admired her ever since. She has had enormous impact on my career and that of countless educators, students, researchers, geo-GIS-enviro practitioners, and many others. In particular because she has had interest and been effective in both the K-12 and university educational spaces, I believe her story is a fascinating one for those listening to the podcast—and for people to share with others.

This episode of GeoInspirations features James Rattling Leaf. Learn about James' work, journey, and his vision for the future. Dr. Kerski shares, "I met James nearly 20 years ago in conjunction with work he and I were doing supporting GIS at tribal colleges and universities. I greatly admire James' vision of bringing indigenous people and society as a whole together through science, mapping, education, and a shared purpose. Prepare to be inspired: I believe James' story and the key roles he is involved in across multiple sectors of society is an important story for our time and for all time.”

This episode of GeoInspirations features Sona Guliyeva, a remote sensing professional for the Space Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Azercosmos, and a doctoral student in remote sensing.

In this edition, we had a chat with Chris Dunn, Esq. of GeoVelo about his experiences as a geospatial expert witness.

This episode of GeoInspirations features Eva Reid, GIS professional for Washington DC and independent GIS consultant and mentor: Learn about her work, her journey, and her vision for the future.

This edition features Andres Abeyta, Founder and Executive Director of Bootcamp GIS, his focus, his journey, and his vision for the future. Dr. Kerski shares, "I've known Andres for a long time, and have great respect his trailblazing in the world of geospatial education. His courses and focus is squarely on the future of the industry. I also believe his role in his GIS consultancy is fascinating one for those listening to the podcast to consider as a pathway.”

In this edition, we had a chat with Frank Romo and Rachel Layko of the URISA Vanguard Cabinet. Learn more about their work to foster a thriving mentor network, within and beyond URISA. Matt Gerike of the URISA professional education committee hosts this episode.

This edition features Kendis Scharenbroich. Her journey into her leadership role at Pro-West is one of courage, tenacity, and taking risks.

This edition features David Hansen, CEO of GeoJobe--his focus, his journey, and his vision for the future.

From procurement to best practices for leveraging data internally and externally, hear from industry experts as they walk through how innovative aerial solutions and geospatial technology can propel your organization forward.

In this edition, we had a chat with Emmanuel Jolaiya and Omowonuola Akintola, co-hosts of Africa GeoConvo.

This edition of Geoinspirations features Dr. John Wilson, Director of the Spatial Sciences Institute (SSI) at the University of Southern California, his focus, his journey, and his vision for the future.

Welcome to another co-hosted podcast with URISA! Today, we're welcoming back, Tory Elmore to discuss deforestation and environmental concerns with GIS specialist, Asa Strong.

Join us for an informative interview with the Erika Klose, Scientists and Educator.

Join us for an informative interview with the Dr. Paulette Hasier, Geography and Map Division Chief at the Library of Congress.

Join us to learn more on how Black Girls MAPP is an example of how community GIS can be utilized to promote social justice issues and used as a tool for civic engagement.

Today our distinguished columnist, Dr. Joseph Kerski, features Bleys Focht-Reminding Us to Stay Open to New Ideas.

Today our distinguished columnist, Dr. Joseph Kerski, features Denise Powell, educator in the University of Colorado’s ATLAS program.

Dr. Joseph Kerski, talks with Patricia Carbajales-Dale, Co-Director of the Clemson University Center of Excellence and manager of the Geospatial Technology Center. She regularly consults with others on campus for geotechnology services and training, teaches workshops and courses in GIS, and promotes GIS throughout the campus.

Today we are discussing Open Source GIS. Whether you're a seasoned professional or starting your career, we discuss some open source tools that you might want to try.

This edition features Beth Tulanowski of the Colorado State University’s Geospatial Centroid. Beth shares with us her fascinating background in industry and education, and some secrets to the success of GIS in higher education in community colleges and through the Geospatial Centroid.

When the world changes dramatically, it's important to lean on each other. Our panel of geospatial friends from around the US offer their insights on getting your class online quickly. Whether you're Mac or Windows...Higher Ed or K-12...there is a wealth of information here related to delivering instruction online. We discuss communication and online presence, utilizing existing resources, technology consideration, resources, and tips & tricks.

Today we are discussing what's next for GIS professionals after April 2020's Census. We explore: Uses of Census data and time lag issue, Challenges of using new Census data, Redistricting, Ethics, and Preparation.

This edition features Ashok and Ishu Wadwani who have spent their careers on the cutting edge of geospatial technologies, business implementation and education pursuits.

Today we are discussing mentoring. Whether you're a seasoned professional or starting your career, we discuss some tips and good practices with our panel of mentors and mentees.

Dr. Joseph Kerski, features Jasmine Du, software developer and programmer at the Esri R & D Center in Beijing, China.

Dr. Joseph Kerski talks with Dr. Timothy Hawthorne from University of Central Florida.

How did you find a first job out of an undergraduate or graduate program? What’s your experience moving from one job to another? We discuss career transitions – school to that first job – career changes – and growing into new positions.

We talk with Stace Maples, Geospatial Manager, Stanford University Libraries. Stace’s self-dubbed position description on his website says it all about him—“Geospatial Swiss Army Knife”.

Dr. Joseph Kerski, talks with Allen Carroll, program manager for storytelling at Esri. Thanks to Allen and his team, people around the world have access to telling rich and varied stories with powerful yet easy to use web based GIS tools.

Today our distinguished columnist, Dr. Joseph Kerski, talks with Dr. Shannon White, GIS Certificate Coordinator at William and Mary.

DirectionsMag has partnered with URISA's Vanguard Cabinet to bring you a collection of podcasts and resources to enhance your professional development. This edition focuses on GISP certification, what's required and shared experiences. We are joined by a panel of geospatial professionals, including Bill Hodge, Executive Director of GISCI.

Before you fly that drone gift on your wish list this year, listen to some UAV expert panelists answer your submitted questions.

Barbaree Duke caught up with Dr. Lorraine Tighe, Esri Senior Product Imagery and Remote Sensing Marketing Manager, about her perspectives on drones and traditional surveying and mapping techniques.

A discussion of the challenges we all face as geospatial professionals in keeping up to date.

This presentation explores 10 steps to getting launched in the growing drone industry.

This presentation explores the edges of drone safety and the current regulatory climate to help pilots become more cognizant of the safety and compliance challenges.

Bill McNeil has a chat with Cody Thomas and Michael Lambert on how they handle drone data and manage a successful workflow in their work with agriculture and construction.

We're discussing the benefits of professional organizations for young professionals as well as their seasoned colleagues.