Podcasts about Florida International University

In this session of Upaya's Dogen Seminar 2026, Steven Heine, professor of religion and history and director of Asian Studies at Florida International University, traces Dogen's life and teaching — from proverbs posted at Soto temple gates to manga retellings of his years in China. Returning to a question raised the night before, about Bodhidharma's charge to “bear what is unbearable… Source

This hour we were joined by Florida International University politics expert Dario Moreno to unpack this week's primary elections and what they portend for the November midterms. Has the left energized – or compromised – the Democrats? (01:03). We also asked what can be done to raise primary turnout here – especially in Broward County (19:03). And we looked at the record volume of smelly brown seaweed known as sargassum invading our beaches. What's causing it? (34:35).

In this episode of Gamechangers LIVE, Sergio Tigera sits down with Matthew Love, President & CEO of Nicklaus Children's Health System, to discuss what it takes to lead one of the nation's premier pediatric healthcare organizations.Matthew shares his journey from engineering student at Ohio State to healthcare executive, the lessons that shaped his leadership philosophy, and why caring for children is unlike any other profession.They also discuss the groundbreaking partnership between Nicklaus Children's Health System and Florida International University, leadership under pressure, organizational culture, burnout prevention, succession planning, and the future of pediatric healthcare in South Florida.Topics discussed include:• From engineer to healthcare CEO• Leadership lessons from failure• Overcoming imposter syndrome• Building high-performing organizational culture• Preventing burnout in healthcare• Why patience is a leadership superpower• The future of pediatric healthcare• The Nicklaus Children's + FIU partnership• Recruiting world-class physicians• Creating lasting impact through leadershipIf you're a business leader, healthcare executive, entrepreneur, educator, or simply passionate about leadership, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom.Guest:Matthew LovePresident & CEONicklaus Children's Health System

How can killing the profession's collective ego unlock new business models, elevate client experience, and modernize business development across the AEC industry?In this episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee welcomes back George Valdes, co-founder of ToolBlocks and marketing and design lead at companies such as Monograph, IrisVR, Paperspace, and WeWork. Five years after his initial appearance on the podcast, George returns to reflect on his non-linear trajectory, from studying landscape architecture at FIU and earning an M.Arch at Columbia GSAPP to navigating the tech startup ecosystem without a traditional coding background. George unpacks how early experiences, including running a design firm prior to graduation and leading accreditation efforts at Columbia that brought him deep inside NAAB and NCARB, shaped his decision to step away from traditional practice and realize that professionals can simply take agency and "just do things".The conversation explores the mechanics of tech adoption, the friction around firm portfolios, and how his latest venture, ToolBlocks, leverages network intelligence and AI agents to collapse non-billable time and streamline business development for AEC firms. The discussion also dives into client experience as the critical battleground for the next decade, pushing firm leaders to challenge received ideas around marketing, fee structures, annual reviews, and compensation models. George advocates for a shift in how architectural education and practice view the "expanded architect," emphasizing that the profession must be willing to dismantle its ego to adapt to changing client expectations and market realities."It's just this energy of 'you can just do things.' When there's friction or a lack of agency, I'm always questioning why. Who's saying that you can't do something?" - George ValdesThis episode serves as a powerful reminder that architectural practice is moving beyond traditional boundaries, requiring firm leaders to align business strategy, client experience, and internal operations. By questioning inherited norms and embracing operational leverage, architects can position themselves for sustainable growth in an evolving industry.Guests:George Valdes is the co-founder of ToolBlocks (now called Zensets), a platform focused on helping AEC firms grow their network, build pipeline, and automate business development workflows. With an academic foundation in landscape architecture from Florida International University and an M.Arch from Columbia University GSAPP, George spent a year leading GSAPP's accreditation process before transitioning into tech. Over the past decade, he has held leadership roles across product, marketing, and strategy at Augmate, IrisVR (acquired by Autodesk), Paperspace (acquired by DigitalOcean), WeWork, and Monograph.This episode is especially for you if:✅ You are curious about how to navigate non-traditional career paths in AEC, product management, and tech leadership.✅ You want to learn how relationship mapping and AI tools can modernize business development and collapse non-billable hours.✅ You are looking to reframe client experience as a primary driver of firm value and differentiation.✅ You are interested in challenging received ideas around firm operations, performance reviews, and seller-doer compensation models.✅ You believe architectural education and practice should embrace the concept of the "expanded architect" to stay relevant.What have you done to take action lately? Share your reflections with us on social and join the conversation.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty shares details about a new weight loss pill and the potential of a deadly fungus to spread in healthcare settings.

Welcome to this week's episode of the PEBCAK Podcast!  We've got four amazing stories this week so sit back, relax, and keep being awesome!  Be sure to stick around for our Dad Joke of the Week. (DJOW) Follow us on Instagram @pebcakpodcast   Please share this podcast with someone you know!  It helps us grow the podcast and we really appreciate it!   Simple 6 signup link https://simple6.co/r/CFUR98   Bing malvertising campaign tricks users into downloading a fake Claude desktop app that quietly installs the SectopRAT info-stealing trojan. - https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/fake-claude-app-promoted-by-bing-ads-pushes-sectoprat-malware/ The malicious "FakeAgent" campaign hit at least 29 organizations on July 21–22; the poisoned Claude Artifact (hosted on Anthropic's own domain) was downloaded 7,100 times before removal, with the fake installer (ClaudeDesktop.exe) sideloading a malicious DLL to drop SectopRAT — a HVNC-capable info-stealer active since 2019 that targets browser logins, crypto wallets, Discord/Telegram/Steam credentials, and uses Ethereum smart-contract transactions (EtherHiding) to fetch its C2 address; researchers even used Claude Opus 4.8 themselves to help reverse-engineer the payload.   Iran allegedly exploited decades-old cell network flaws to physically locate and target US troops during the Iran War. - https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/14/iran-abused-mobile-networks-vulnerabilities-to-locate-u-s-military-in-the-middle-east-report-says/ Per a Financial Times report citing the Mobile Surveillance Monitor and government officials, Iran exploited SS7 — the legacy signaling protocol still underpinning 2G/3G global roaming — to track US personnel at bases and hotels in Iraq, Bahrain, and elsewhere in the Middle East, contributing to strikes that wounded upwards of 150 US troops; Iran reportedly also abused ad-tech location data as a secondary tracking vector.   A multi-university study found dozens of apps marketed directly to US troops are quietly shipping Chinese and Russian code. - https://www.wired.com/story/apps-marketed-to-us-troops-are-shipping-chinese-and-russian-code/ Researchers from Purdue, West Point, and Florida International University analyzed 220+ apps aimed at service members (fitness trackers, base-living-condition raters, National Guard-affiliated apps) and found 64% contain third-party SDKs from foreign countries, with roughly 1-in-8 to 1-in-14 apps (reporting varies) carrying code tied directly to China or Russia — including at least 12 apps embedding Huawei's mobile framework and others using the Russian ad service Yandex; no active exfiltration was observed, but researchers warn the dormant SDK code is an exploitable backchannel.   A 21-year-old allegedly stole $220K in crypto by hiding malware in Steam games — and got caught because he spent it on Uber Eats. - https://www.pcmag.com/news/fbi-traces-malware-infected-steam-games-to-21-year-old-in-florida The FBI arrested Florida's Zyaire Dontaevious Zamarion Wilkins for allegedly running eight malware-laced Steam games (including BlockBlasters and PirateFi) between May 2024–Feb 2026, infecting ~8,000 devices and draining ~80 crypto wallets for at least $220,000 — including $35,000 stolen from a streamer's cancer-treatment fundraiser; investigators cracked the case by tracing stolen Bitcoin to 150+ Bitrefill gift cards mostly spent on Uber Eats orders tied to his home and university email address.   Thrillist crowned Doritos Nacho Cheese the single greatest snack of all time, edging out Oreos and Pringles for the top spot. - https://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/best-snack-foods-chips-candy-ranking The top five, in order: Doritos (Nacho Cheese, specifically) at #1, Oreos (Double Stuf gets the nod) at #2, Pringles at #3, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups at #4, and Goldfish rounding out the top five; other notable placements include Cheez-Its at #8, M&Ms at #7, Cheetos (the curls, not puffs) at #6, and Lay's Original topping the chip-specific competition at #12.   Dad Joke of the Week (DJOW)   Find the hosts on LinkedIn: Chris - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chlouie/ Brian - https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandeitch-sase/ Glenn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennmedina/ Ben - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamincorll/

Brandyn Pokrass, who covers FIU football as well as FAU & USF, joins Larry Blustein. They talk about the expectations for this coming season and why making a bowl game is the number one objective.

In the third and final episode of an unofficial "Library of Congress" trilogy, catalogers from the ALA Core Subject Analysis Committee Working Group on Subfield V Retention discuss the Library of Congress's announcement that they have stopped using Subfield V and form subdivisions, e.g. "Mistaken identity--Juvenile drama." Guests: Chloe Misorski, Head of Cataloging Services and Library Systems at Cleveland Museum of Art; Eduardo Fojo, Media Cataloger Librarian at Florida International University; and Deborah Tomaras, Metadata and Resource Management Librarian at Marist University.  First broadcast July 31 2026. Playlist "...a bit of the subject heading that tells you not what the item is about but what it is."

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains what an opioid is and shares details about the FDA approved non-opioid Journavx that targets moderate to severe acute pain.

We look back at the Jantar Mantar protests through the lens of media, technology and youth agency. What began as a Chief Justice’s jibe calling unemployed young Indians “cockroaches” turned into a movement that forced a Union minister’s resignation — powered by satire, memes and a 26-day hunger strike, and a social media following that outgrew the ruling party’s own. As the government rolls out fast-track courts, a tougher anti-cheating law and a Nilekani-led task force, the question is whether this marks a genuine break from the past or a repeat of 2024 — when a similar paper leak led to the Radhakrishnan committee's 101 recommendations, many of which remain only partially implemented two years on. Anirban Chowdhury speaks to Dr Anindya Kundu, sociologist, best-selling writer, Assistant Professor at Florida International University, Dr Usha Raman, former professor, Dept of Communication, University of Hyderabad and ET’s Anubhuti Vishnoi on virality, power, protest and reforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HEALTH NEWS   Berberine Shows Beneficial Effects on Metabolic Health, Study Reports Cooperation beats selfishness more often than scientists thought Sleep Disorders Don't Just Exhaust You. New Research Shows They Change Your Brain Two Hours of Strength Training Weekly Linked to Lower Heart Attack Risk in Women, Study Finds Planetary Health Diet lowers cardiovascular risk in older women     Berberine Shows Beneficial Effects on Metabolic Health, Study Reports Peking Union Medical College (China), July 24 2026 (Natural News)     A review published in the journal Molecules has summarized evidence indicating that berberine, a compound found in several plants, may influence glucose and lipid metabolism. According to the review, berberine has been associated with improvements in metabolic health markers across multiple studies. The compound is a yellow alkaloid extracted from plants such as European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape, and tree turmeric. The review cited evidence that berberine may reduce blood glucose levels and improve insulin sensitivity, according to clinical trials. A systematic review of seven randomized clinical trials from China published in Nutrients revealed that berberine consistently alters the composition of gut bacteria in patients taking the supplement, and the analysis examined data across conditions including Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and colorectal adenoma. Lipid panel improvements, including lower total cholesterol and triglycerides, were also reported in the reviewed studies.   Cooperation beats selfishness more often than scientists thought Hebrew University of Jerusalem & Rutgers University, July 20 2026 (Eureaklert)  For decades, one of the most influential ideas in evolutionary biology has suggested that when individuals act purely in their own self-interest, cooperation should eventually collapse. But a new study by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Rutgers University demonstrates that evolution may be far more optimistic than previously believed. Their findings reveal that cooperation does not require close family ties, reputation, repeated favors, or rigid social structures. Instead, cooperation can flourish simply because individuals respond differently to different opponents. The research proposes a new solution to one of biology's oldest puzzles: how cooperation survives in a world shaped by natural selection. Using mathematical models, evolutionary simulations, and populations of artificial intelligence agents, the researchers found that cooperation consistently evolved when individuals adjusted their willingness to cooperate according to whom they encountered. Rather than treating everyone identically, simple opponent-specific responses created stable communities in which cooperative behavior repeatedly outperformed purely selfish strategies. Perhaps the study's most surprising finding is that cooperative societies are not fragile exceptions. Across thousands of simulations, populations repeatedly evolved toward highly cooperative states, while purely selfish populations often failed to dominate. Even when mutations introduced new defectors, cooperative communities remained remarkably resilient.   Sleep Disorders Don't Just Exhaust You. New Research Shows They Change Your Brain Florida International University, July 26, 2026 (SciTech Daily) A poor night's sleep can affect far more than energy the next day. Research from Florida International University links sleep disorders with structural differences in brain regions that help control attention, motivation and decision-making. Published in the journal Scientific Reports, the findings provide one of the broadest comparisons yet of how different sleep disorders are associated with the brain.  The researchers compared two broad categories. Dyssomnias, such as insomnia and sleep apnea, interfere with falling asleep or remaining asleep. Parasomnias, including sleepwalking, nightmare disorder and sleep terrors, involve unusual events that disrupt the sleep cycle. Both categories were associated with decreases in the thalamus, a region that filters incoming information, supports concentration, and contributes to higher-level thinking. The researchers identified changes specifically in the pulvinar, an area within the thalamus that directs attention and helps manage cognitive control. These differences were connected with wider brain networks that support concentration and task performance. That pattern may help explain why disrupted sleep is associated with slower reactions, poorer decision-making and a greater likelihood of errors and accidents.   Two Hours of Strength Training Weekly Linked to Lower Heart Attack Risk in Women, Study Finds Harvard School of Public Health, July 26 2026 (Natural News) A large-scale study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology has found that women who engage in regular strength training have a significantly lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. The study examined data from 117,025 women over an average follow-up period of 14.5 years.   Women who performed any amount of resistance training had a lower risk of cardiovascular events compared with those who did none. The association persisted after adjusting for overall lifestyle and health factors, the study stated.  Among the study's specific findings, women who performed at least two hours of resistance training per week had a 44% lower risk of heart attack relative to women who did no resistance training, the report said. Any cardiovascular disease risk was 20% lower for that group, with an additional 5% reduction per extra hour of weekly resistance training, according to the study. The benefits of strength training were more pronounced among women who maintained resistance training consistently and trained both upper and lower body, according to the study. Adding strength training to regular aerobic exercise – such as walking or running – was linked to better heart health.   Planetary Health Diet lowers cardiovascular risk in older women University of Caliornia at Irvine, July 25 2026 (News-Medical) A 20-year study of more than 65,000 postmenopausal women found that higher adherence to the Planetary Health Diet was associated with a lower risk of overall cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, stroke and heart failure. The findings showed that women whose diet most closely followed the Planetary Health Diet had about a 28% lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared with women in the group scoring the lowest for adherence. However, even moderate adherence to the diet was linked with lower risk. The Planetary Health Diet emphasizes foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and unsaturated fats while limiting foods such as red and processed meats, added sugars, refined grains and saturated fats. The investigators followed 66,892 participants in the Women's Health Initiative (WHI).  Overall, the results showed that women in the group whose diets were more closely aligned with the Planetary Health Diet had the lowest risk of cardiovascular disease. These women also showed a decreased risk of heart disease, heart failure and stroke risk compared to the women in the lowest-adherence group. However, even moderate adherence to the diet was associated with a decrease in risk, with each 10-point increase in Planetary Health Diet Index score linked to further risk reduction.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses research concerning Long COVID and why women experience more severe symptoms than men, as well as testing on a drug that focuses on pancreatic cancer.

In this episode of the WGI Unleashed Podcast, hosts Dan and Katie are back in our Fort Lauderdale office to sit back down with David Gerber, Project Manager on our transportation team! David is a two-time guest, a "two-peat" he happily likens to Steve Martin's SNL record. Last time around, he got a little feedback for being too tight-lipped about his coworkers, so this time he came prepared to fix that, handing out shout-outs across thirteen years and five offices… From Miami to Lakeland David was born in Miami and lived there until he was about five, when Hurricane Andrew came through and cost his parents their jobs. The family moved north to Lakeland, the Central Florida town tucked between Tampa and Orlando, where he grew up. By his own account, the third-best restaurant in town back then was Publix. He was a classic-rock kid who played the drums and, at a high school too small to have a band, tried to start a drum line of his own. His path toward engineering began somewhere less obvious: a pile of Legos on the living room floor. David says he was drawn to the field partly because he assumed it would involve as little writing as possible, a theory that every report, invoice, and email since has cheerfully disproven. Two Business Cards David headed to the University of Miami in 2005, but when the tuition math stopped working, he transferred across town to Florida International University and finished his degree while working in the school's structures lab. His summers went to roadway construction, first on a bridge job down in the Keys, then on a turnpike widening up in Orlando. Here's the full-circle part. At his very first college career fair, David walked away with two business cards: one from a construction company, one from WGI. He went with the construction company. Years later, when that firm pulled out of Florida during the 2010 slowdown, he ran into Brett Fuller at a wedding and heard that Fuller's company was interviewing for a position. David wasn't sure about the role, but he thought, "Why not?". A full day of round-robin interviews with the entire West Palm Roadway group later, he finally cashed in that second business card. The Work: Interchanges, Depositions, and Five Offices David started as a project engineer back when WGI's roadway team was small enough to count the PE's on one hand. The jump to project manager came with a line he still quotes: "I will never pay you more to do less." Get the design down cold, the thinking goes, and you earn the tracking, invoicing, staff-hour estimates, and resource planning that come with running projects. He compares it to learning guitar, where nobody masters it after one song. Design, he's quick to add, is still his favorite part of the job. Over thirteen years he's worked out of five WGI offices, a run almost no one at the company can match. Right now he's wrapping up a brand-new interchange up in Orlando, laying out ramps on ground where nothing exists yet. The project comes with heavy right-of-way work and eminent domain, and property owners entitled to a real appraisal, which means David has answered for his designs under deposition. Ask him what keeps him at WGI and the answer is simple. Dump out a bowl of alphabet soup and you can spell every engineering firm in the country, all chasing the same projects for the same clients. What's different, he says, is the people. Life Outside the Office Off the clock, David is a self-described foodie who books the hard-to-get tables months in advance and plans trips around them. He married his wife, Kristen, in Jupiter this past December, then the two Floridians spent their honeymoon ice fishing over New Year's in Kennebunk, Maine, huddled in a heated tent, drinking champagne, and photographing the bucket that passed for a restroom. Napa and Chicago are next on the list. Home is a townhouse they share with Bruno, the world's most outgoing miniature dachshund, and two gray cats, including a Nebelung named Charcoal who once relocated to Austin with him. A second doxy, Gus, is on the way. As for hidden talents, David is ambidextrous, which he insists just means he's equally bad with both hands. He also does a John Madden impression that only surfaces after four beers, and in 2018 he talked a group of West Palm interns into learning to juggle, on the theory that sharper hand-eye coordination makes for better drafting. Tune In For a guy who once got flagged for being too tight-lipped, David more than made up for it this time around.... His episode runs on career advice, road-trip stories, and shout-outs to just about everyone he's worked with. Tune into this episode of WGI Unleashed on your favorite podcast platform and stay tuned for more conversations with the people, projects, and culture that define WGI! Visit your favorite podcast app now and subscribe to WGI Unleashed to receive alerts every time a new episode drops – You can find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains what cyclospora is, how doctors typically treat it, and what you can do to lessen the risk of ingesting food contaminated with it.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines the latest Consumer Price Index report, new developments involving Iran, and the political issues dominating Capitol Hill. Scott also covered Secretary Marco Rubio’s comments on the International Criminal Court, Zohran Mamdani’s latest controversy, Haley Stevens’ campaign messaging, and renewed debate over Daylight Saving Time. Rep. Rich McCormick joined the show to preview Congress’s agenda as lawmakers return to Washington, while Robert Shibley discussed a new FIRE report on free speech at Florida International University. Later, White House Deputy Press Secretary Kush Desai broke down the latest inflation numbers and the administration’s economic message, and national security expert Mike Makovsky analyzed the evolving situation in Iran and its implications for U.S. foreign policy. https://www.chevron.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell talks about Florida International University initiating disciplinary proceedings against students who staged a silent protest indoors against the university's working arrangements with ICE.

Orlando Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell talks about Florida International University initiating disciplinary proceedings against students who staged a silent protest indoors against the university's working arrangements with ICE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Airway Exchange, Erin and Greg sit down with Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE, CHSE, FAANA, a clinical associate professor at Florida International University and member of the AANA Education Committee. The episode discusses strategies for writing better exams, the growing role of AI, and creating meaningful professional development opportunities for CRNA faculty. ​Here's some of what you'll hear in this episode:

Recorded under compulsion and submitted pursuant to disciplinary sanctions imposed by Florida International University, this podcast serves as my formal reflection on the incident that led to punishment despite the absence of criminal charges, credible threats, unlawful conduct, or any evidence.This episode addresses the personal, academic, and constitutional consequences of the University's actions, including free speech, compelled speech, due process, censorship, and the chilling effect of institutional punishment.No part of this recording constitutes an admission of wrongdoing.This is not an apology.This is a statement for the record.

Understanding overlooked dimensions of the Cuban Revolution and its impact on the global left in the 1960s and beyond. This volume, The Cuban Revolution and the New Left: Transnational Histories of Gender, Sexuality, and Family (University of Florida Press, 2026) reconsiders revolutionary Cuba's global influence by shifting the focus from high-level political leaders to perspectives traditionally sidelined, offering new insights into how everyday lives, family dynamics, and notions of gender and sexuality impacted revolutionary transformation. Its expansive scope uncovers ties between Cuba and Latin America, the United States, Africa, and Asia, examining the interplay of global forces including new models of mass consumption, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements, and national liberation struggles. Chapters include analyses of Chinese reinterpretations of a Cuban play, Angela Davis's influential visits to the island, Cuba's complex relations with Black militants in Angola, and a Mexican transgender and disability activist who reimagined Che Guevara's legacy. They also present research on Cuba's solidarity campaigns with Vietnam, foreign journalists who covered the revolution, the role of consumption and fashion, and the lasting impact of the revolution's refugee policies on exiled children and families from the Southern Cone. Through its interdisciplinary sociocultural approach, this volume challenges conventional top-down narratives by foregrounding the interplay between grassroots actors and transnational affairs. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the multilayered stages of the Cuban Revolution and its continued relationship with global politics and culture. A volume in the series Caribbean Crossroads: Race, Identity, and Freedom Struggles, edited by Lillian Guerra, Devyn Spence Benson, April Mayes, and Solsiree del Moral Publication of this work made possible by a Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.  Contributors: Tanya Harmer | Emily Snyder | Felipe CesarCamilo Caro Romero | Ailynn Torres Santana | Robert Franco | MichelleChase | Isabella Cosse | Siwei Wang | Ximena Espeche | Sarah J. Seidman | Rafael Cesar | Alexis Baldacci Michelle Chase is an associate professor of history at Pace University. Isabella Cosse is a professor of history at Universidad Nacional de San Martín and researcher at Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET) Katie L. Coldiron is a librarian and doctoral candidate in history at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Understanding overlooked dimensions of the Cuban Revolution and its impact on the global left in the 1960s and beyond. This volume, The Cuban Revolution and the New Left: Transnational Histories of Gender, Sexuality, and Family (University of Florida Press, 2026) reconsiders revolutionary Cuba's global influence by shifting the focus from high-level political leaders to perspectives traditionally sidelined, offering new insights into how everyday lives, family dynamics, and notions of gender and sexuality impacted revolutionary transformation. Its expansive scope uncovers ties between Cuba and Latin America, the United States, Africa, and Asia, examining the interplay of global forces including new models of mass consumption, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements, and national liberation struggles. Chapters include analyses of Chinese reinterpretations of a Cuban play, Angela Davis's influential visits to the island, Cuba's complex relations with Black militants in Angola, and a Mexican transgender and disability activist who reimagined Che Guevara's legacy. They also present research on Cuba's solidarity campaigns with Vietnam, foreign journalists who covered the revolution, the role of consumption and fashion, and the lasting impact of the revolution's refugee policies on exiled children and families from the Southern Cone. Through its interdisciplinary sociocultural approach, this volume challenges conventional top-down narratives by foregrounding the interplay between grassroots actors and transnational affairs. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the multilayered stages of the Cuban Revolution and its continued relationship with global politics and culture. A volume in the series Caribbean Crossroads: Race, Identity, and Freedom Struggles, edited by Lillian Guerra, Devyn Spence Benson, April Mayes, and Solsiree del Moral Publication of this work made possible by a Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.  Contributors: Tanya Harmer | Emily Snyder | Felipe CesarCamilo Caro Romero | Ailynn Torres Santana | Robert Franco | MichelleChase | Isabella Cosse | Siwei Wang | Ximena Espeche | Sarah J. Seidman | Rafael Cesar | Alexis Baldacci Michelle Chase is an associate professor of history at Pace University. Isabella Cosse is a professor of history at Universidad Nacional de San Martín and researcher at Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET) Katie L. Coldiron is a librarian and doctoral candidate in history at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Understanding overlooked dimensions of the Cuban Revolution and its impact on the global left in the 1960s and beyond. This volume, The Cuban Revolution and the New Left: Transnational Histories of Gender, Sexuality, and Family (University of Florida Press, 2026) reconsiders revolutionary Cuba's global influence by shifting the focus from high-level political leaders to perspectives traditionally sidelined, offering new insights into how everyday lives, family dynamics, and notions of gender and sexuality impacted revolutionary transformation. Its expansive scope uncovers ties between Cuba and Latin America, the United States, Africa, and Asia, examining the interplay of global forces including new models of mass consumption, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements, and national liberation struggles. Chapters include analyses of Chinese reinterpretations of a Cuban play, Angela Davis's influential visits to the island, Cuba's complex relations with Black militants in Angola, and a Mexican transgender and disability activist who reimagined Che Guevara's legacy. They also present research on Cuba's solidarity campaigns with Vietnam, foreign journalists who covered the revolution, the role of consumption and fashion, and the lasting impact of the revolution's refugee policies on exiled children and families from the Southern Cone. Through its interdisciplinary sociocultural approach, this volume challenges conventional top-down narratives by foregrounding the interplay between grassroots actors and transnational affairs. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the multilayered stages of the Cuban Revolution and its continued relationship with global politics and culture. A volume in the series Caribbean Crossroads: Race, Identity, and Freedom Struggles, edited by Lillian Guerra, Devyn Spence Benson, April Mayes, and Solsiree del Moral Publication of this work made possible by a Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.  Contributors: Tanya Harmer | Emily Snyder | Felipe CesarCamilo Caro Romero | Ailynn Torres Santana | Robert Franco | MichelleChase | Isabella Cosse | Siwei Wang | Ximena Espeche | Sarah J. Seidman | Rafael Cesar | Alexis Baldacci Michelle Chase is an associate professor of history at Pace University. Isabella Cosse is a professor of history at Universidad Nacional de San Martín and researcher at Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET) Katie L. Coldiron is a librarian and doctoral candidate in history at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

Understanding overlooked dimensions of the Cuban Revolution and its impact on the global left in the 1960s and beyond. This volume, The Cuban Revolution and the New Left: Transnational Histories of Gender, Sexuality, and Family (University of Florida Press, 2026) reconsiders revolutionary Cuba's global influence by shifting the focus from high-level political leaders to perspectives traditionally sidelined, offering new insights into how everyday lives, family dynamics, and notions of gender and sexuality impacted revolutionary transformation. Its expansive scope uncovers ties between Cuba and Latin America, the United States, Africa, and Asia, examining the interplay of global forces including new models of mass consumption, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements, and national liberation struggles. Chapters include analyses of Chinese reinterpretations of a Cuban play, Angela Davis's influential visits to the island, Cuba's complex relations with Black militants in Angola, and a Mexican transgender and disability activist who reimagined Che Guevara's legacy. They also present research on Cuba's solidarity campaigns with Vietnam, foreign journalists who covered the revolution, the role of consumption and fashion, and the lasting impact of the revolution's refugee policies on exiled children and families from the Southern Cone. Through its interdisciplinary sociocultural approach, this volume challenges conventional top-down narratives by foregrounding the interplay between grassroots actors and transnational affairs. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the multilayered stages of the Cuban Revolution and its continued relationship with global politics and culture. A volume in the series Caribbean Crossroads: Race, Identity, and Freedom Struggles, edited by Lillian Guerra, Devyn Spence Benson, April Mayes, and Solsiree del Moral Publication of this work made possible by a Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.  Contributors: Tanya Harmer | Emily Snyder | Felipe CesarCamilo Caro Romero | Ailynn Torres Santana | Robert Franco | MichelleChase | Isabella Cosse | Siwei Wang | Ximena Espeche | Sarah J. Seidman | Rafael Cesar | Alexis Baldacci Michelle Chase is an associate professor of history at Pace University. Isabella Cosse is a professor of history at Universidad Nacional de San Martín and researcher at Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET) Katie L. Coldiron is a librarian and doctoral candidate in history at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

Understanding overlooked dimensions of the Cuban Revolution and its impact on the global left in the 1960s and beyond. This volume, The Cuban Revolution and the New Left: Transnational Histories of Gender, Sexuality, and Family (University of Florida Press, 2026) reconsiders revolutionary Cuba's global influence by shifting the focus from high-level political leaders to perspectives traditionally sidelined, offering new insights into how everyday lives, family dynamics, and notions of gender and sexuality impacted revolutionary transformation. Its expansive scope uncovers ties between Cuba and Latin America, the United States, Africa, and Asia, examining the interplay of global forces including new models of mass consumption, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements, and national liberation struggles. Chapters include analyses of Chinese reinterpretations of a Cuban play, Angela Davis's influential visits to the island, Cuba's complex relations with Black militants in Angola, and a Mexican transgender and disability activist who reimagined Che Guevara's legacy. They also present research on Cuba's solidarity campaigns with Vietnam, foreign journalists who covered the revolution, the role of consumption and fashion, and the lasting impact of the revolution's refugee policies on exiled children and families from the Southern Cone. Through its interdisciplinary sociocultural approach, this volume challenges conventional top-down narratives by foregrounding the interplay between grassroots actors and transnational affairs. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the multilayered stages of the Cuban Revolution and its continued relationship with global politics and culture. A volume in the series Caribbean Crossroads: Race, Identity, and Freedom Struggles, edited by Lillian Guerra, Devyn Spence Benson, April Mayes, and Solsiree del Moral Publication of this work made possible by a Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.  Contributors: Tanya Harmer | Emily Snyder | Felipe CesarCamilo Caro Romero | Ailynn Torres Santana | Robert Franco | MichelleChase | Isabella Cosse | Siwei Wang | Ximena Espeche | Sarah J. Seidman | Rafael Cesar | Alexis Baldacci Michelle Chase is an associate professor of history at Pace University. Isabella Cosse is a professor of history at Universidad Nacional de San Martín and researcher at Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET) Katie L. Coldiron is a librarian and doctoral candidate in history at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies

Understanding overlooked dimensions of the Cuban Revolution and its impact on the global left in the 1960s and beyond. This volume, The Cuban Revolution and the New Left: Transnational Histories of Gender, Sexuality, and Family (University of Florida Press, 2026) reconsiders revolutionary Cuba's global influence by shifting the focus from high-level political leaders to perspectives traditionally sidelined, offering new insights into how everyday lives, family dynamics, and notions of gender and sexuality impacted revolutionary transformation. Its expansive scope uncovers ties between Cuba and Latin America, the United States, Africa, and Asia, examining the interplay of global forces including new models of mass consumption, feminist and LGBTQ+ movements, and national liberation struggles. Chapters include analyses of Chinese reinterpretations of a Cuban play, Angela Davis's influential visits to the island, Cuba's complex relations with Black militants in Angola, and a Mexican transgender and disability activist who reimagined Che Guevara's legacy. They also present research on Cuba's solidarity campaigns with Vietnam, foreign journalists who covered the revolution, the role of consumption and fashion, and the lasting impact of the revolution's refugee policies on exiled children and families from the Southern Cone. Through its interdisciplinary sociocultural approach, this volume challenges conventional top-down narratives by foregrounding the interplay between grassroots actors and transnational affairs. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the multilayered stages of the Cuban Revolution and its continued relationship with global politics and culture. A volume in the series Caribbean Crossroads: Race, Identity, and Freedom Struggles, edited by Lillian Guerra, Devyn Spence Benson, April Mayes, and Solsiree del Moral Publication of this work made possible by a Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.  Contributors: Tanya Harmer | Emily Snyder | Felipe CesarCamilo Caro Romero | Ailynn Torres Santana | Robert Franco | MichelleChase | Isabella Cosse | Siwei Wang | Ximena Espeche | Sarah J. Seidman | Rafael Cesar | Alexis Baldacci Michelle Chase is an associate professor of history at Pace University. Isabella Cosse is a professor of history at Universidad Nacional de San Martín and researcher at Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET) Katie L. Coldiron is a librarian and doctoral candidate in history at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Haylie Pomroy is joined by Edward Dabdoub, CEO and Founding Attorney of Dabdoub Law Firm, to discuss disability insurance and the legal challenges faced by individuals living with chronic and post-viral illnesses. He provides a deeper understanding of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and explains how his firm helps clients navigate disability insurance claims. Edward shares how patients with chronic health conditions can find support and hope throughout the claims process, how individuals can advocate for themselves when seeking benefits, and how legal representation can help serve as a buffer between claimants and insurance companies. Together, they emphasize the importance of working with professionals who understand the complexities of chronic illness in disability litigation. They also discuss the challenges many patients face in the workplace due to limited support and how securing appropriate disability benefits can help create the stability needed to focus on health and recovery. Learn how ERISA and disability insurance claims impact individuals with chronic illness and discover the support available to help protect your rights and future. Tune in to Fast Metabolism Matters. If your body feels like it's running on empty, overburdened, or just not responding the way it used to, Haylie's latest book, Toxic Overload, tells you exactly what to do. Download your free digital copy today and start understanding what your body is trying to tell you.   Free Download: Get Your Copy of Toxic Overload

This week we're joined by Dr. Tana Carson, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy at Florida International University, and Dr. Tania Santiago Perez, Associate Teaching Professor in Recreational Therapy, also at FIU. Together, they're doing something that has never been done at this scale: building an evidence-based swim instruction program specifically designed for children with autism, and training the next generation of therapists to deliver it. Download latest episode to learn more! Resources https://ymcasouthflorida.org/special-needs/ https://discovery.fiu.edu/display/person-carson-tana ............................................................... Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty shares details about a COVID-19 vaccine study that links to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, as well as who should get the Alzheimer’s blood test.

He was at his Fort Myers home when a fast-food security camera in Jacksonville Beach snapped a picture of a criminal suspect. An artificial intelligence tool used by police agencies somehow identified him as the perpetrator, and he was arrested.Technology got it wrong, but it wasn't alone.Afterward, Latino voters are seen as the key to winning elections in Florida, but are candidates really paying attention to their concerns?Then, how will an important change in driver's licenses affect you? And a well-known children's author is helping a local candidate for office.Rage against the machine(0:00) A Fort Myers man was hundreds of miles away from where a crime was committed, but an AI facial recognition match sent him to jail anyway. Now, he's suing. His ACLU attorney discusses the lawsuit, which challenges a Pinellas County-operated system used by law enforcement statewide.GUEST:Nathan Wessler, deputy director of the ACLU's Speech, Privacy and Technology ProjectThese face cards are marked(11:38) A new Florida law will add citizenship and immigration information to driver's licenses and state IDs. Lawmakers say the change is about election confidence, but opponents question the necessity and impact. A local tax collector and an immigrant rights advocate discuss what residents might expect.GUESTS: Thomas Kennedy, policy adviser with the Florida Immigrant Coalition Mike Fasano, Pasco County tax collector A powerful political force(20:40) Latino voters helped reshape Florida politics in 2024, but experts say campaigns still struggle to understand the community's diversity. We discuss the issues driving Latino voters and how their influence could shape future elections.GUESTS: Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, academic executive and former U.S. representative Eduardo Gamarra, Florida International University political science professor Jeff Kinney/Brandt Robinson for CongressNot flying under the radar(35:44) The creator of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” is stepping into the political arena. (Wait, isn't this a form of the dreaded “cheese touch”?) Seriously, Jeff Kinney has teamed up with a Pinellas County history teacher running for Congress for an event focused on civic engagement. The goal: get younger voters involved in democracy before it feels like middle school math.GUESTS: Brandt Robinson, educator and congressional candidate Jeff Kinney, children's book author

Hoy nos vamos al pasado, a los tiempos en que los frailes franciscanos recoletos llegaron a la ciudad de Buenos Aires, para explorar lo que podemos aprender de la historia y de quienes nos precedieron en la fe. Para eso, conversamos con Florencia Rodríguez Giavarini, directora del Museo de los Claustros de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Pilar.  Antes que eso, Florencia nos cuenta su propia historia de fe y nos comparte cómo fue su camino para ser madre y lo que significó la adopción de tres niños en Rusia. Hablamos también de su vocación como historiadora del arte y de los conceptos de armonía, belleza, orden y patrimonio – para amar más a Dios.  Florencia es argentina, esposa y madre. Es abogada por la Universidad Catolica Argentina. Es también licenciada en Historia del Arte por la Florida International University y especialista en artes decorativas y aplicadas. Tiene unPosgrado en Gestión Cultural por la Universitat Oberta de Catalunya y una Maestría en Historia del Arte Argentino y Latinoamericano por IDAES, Universidad Nacional de San Martín. Cursó también el Doctorado en Historia en IDAES, UNSAM, con beca interna del CONICET. Desempeñó actividad docente y de investigación en la Universidad del Salvador, donde dirigió la carrera de Gestión e Historia de las Artes, entre 2014 y 2017. Realizó investigaciones y exposiciones para los museos Nacional de Bellas Artes, de Arte Decorativo e Histórico Nacional. Es miembro del C.A.I.A. (Centro Argentino de Investigadores de Arte) y de la Furniture History Society de Londres. Su actividad de investigación se encuentra actualmente radicada en el C.I.A.P. (Centro de Investigaciones en Arte y Patrimonio) dependiente de UNSAM y CONICET. Es docente de Historia del Arte del Diplomado en Historia Arte y Literatura de la Sociedad San Juan, en convenio con la Universidad Santo Tomas de Aquino de Tucumán.  “No tengo plata ni oro, pero te doy lo que tengo”: un espacio donde encontrarnos con el que verdaderamente nos llena, para que nos tome de la mano, nos levante y nos ponga en camino nuevamente. Somos Sol, Colo y Tere, con elapoyo del Pbro. Gastón Lorenzo, Parroquia Católica Nuestra Señora del Pilar, Ciudad de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Entrevistamos a personas que nos comparten su vida y nos ayudan a profundizar nuestra fe. Contactate con nosotros: ⁠⁠⁠podcastdelpilar@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠Con el Museo de los Claustros del Pilar: https://basilicadelpilar.org/museo-de-los-claustros/ Cortina musical: "Tan pobre y tan rico"· Jóvenes Catedral de San Isidro. Álbum: “Hazte canto”. Este podcast está realizado a beneficio de la Fundación Nuestra Señora del Pilar, que acompaña a niños, adolescentes y mujeres en estado de vulnerabilidad en Buenos Aires, Argentina. Te invitamos a colaborar con estaobra. ⁠⁠⁠Entrá a la ⁠⁠⁠⁠página de la Fundación⁠⁠⁠⁠ para conocer más acerca de la fundación y cómo ayudar. Muchas gracias.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains how Long COVID is diagnosed and a trial that looks an experimental vaccine for helping to treat melanoma.

Zac Katz, Class of 2027 QB, Miami True North joins Blu to talk about his commitment to Florida International University and going into his last season of High School football!

What if CRNA school interviews have been measuring the wrong things all along? In this episode of Airway Exchange, Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA and Ann Miller, DNP, CRNA, faculty from Florida International University, break down their groundbreaking new admissions interview process designed to assess what traditional interviews often miss: resilience, adaptability, teamwork, critical thinking, and emotional regulation. Here's some of what you'll hear in this episode:

Dr. Arpit Mehta is the CEO and Co-Founder of  Unify, an AI-powered operating system for events, associations, and membership management. He holds a PhD in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence and has authored 22+ peer-reviewed publications in data science and healthcare. He is an alumnus of University of Miami and Florida International University.Arpit founded Unify to help associations simplify fragmented software systems, improve engagement, and grow event-driven revenue through one unified platform. Under his leadership, Unify has powered major conferences across the United States and was recently selected as winning startup out of 240 global companies in the Scale2Miami accelerator competition by Mana Tech. He also created the Miami Desis community group, which has grown to over 16,000 members.Outside of work, Arpit enjoys exploring spirituality, meditation, Jain philosophy, and the theory of karma. He can be spotted at miami music fest and Art Basel or on a boat with friends.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty gives updates on the Andes virus and Bundibugyo, as well as trials that are looking to help treat inflammatory bowel disease.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains what is different about the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola compared to past strains, why there isn’t a vaccine for humans yet, and what she thinks about the cases being contained.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty shares details about the Illinois resident who has a potential case of hantavirus and how the strain is different than the one from the cruise ship. She also discusses whether or […]

This week, the violation and capitulation of higher education. First up, I sit down with Zachary Levenson to talk about the war on sociology and what happens when the academic governing body deems all existing sociology textbooks illegal to teach in the state of Florida. Zach highlights the purposefully vague verbiage of new policies, the anti-intellectualism fueling them, and why educators must never self-censor or comply in advance. Next up, cohost Mickey Huff sits down with Nolan Higdon to talk about his latest book MAGAcademy on how corporatism paved the way for the hostile takeover of Higher Ed. Nolan discusses the neoliberalization of academia, the purposeful devaluing of professors and treatment of students as customers that all predate the current attacks on higher ed. Nolan also warns of the dangers of compliance in advance and the smooth rhetoric of corporate takeovers wrapped in social justice ideologies. Zachary Levenson is associate professor of sociology at Florida International University. He is the author of the award-winning book Delivery as Dispossession (Oxford University Press, 2022). Nolan Higdon is a political analyst, author, host of The Disinfo Detox Podcast, lecturer at Merrill College and the Education Department at University of California, Santa Cruz, and Project Censored National Judge. Higdons areas of concentration include critical AI literacy, podcasting, digital culture, news media history & propaganda, and critical media literacy. The News That Didn't Make the News. Each week, co-hosts Mickey Huff and Eleanor Goldfield conduct in depth interviews with their guests and offer hard hitting commentary on the key political, social, and economic issues of the day with an emphasis on critical media literacy. The post The Violation and Capitulation of Higher Education appeared first on KPFA.

Pablo Barreiro of Fortec on childcare real estate, daycare deserts, preschool development, and the investment case for early education CRE.  The Crexi Podcast connects commercial real estate (CRE) professionals with industry insights built for smart decision-making. In each episode, we explore the latest trends, innovations and opportunities shaping commercial real estate, because we believe knowledge should move at the speed of ambition and every conversation should empower professionals to act with greater clarity and confidence.   Pablo Barreiro started in real estate at 18 and spent years learning the business before co-founding Fortec: a Miami-based developer focused exclusively on early childhood education real estate. Since 2020 he has led more than $240 million in preschool developments across 14 states, building the case that childcare real estate deserves its own institutional asset class. In this episode, Pablo joins host Shanti Ryle to talk about what a childcare desert actually is, why 51% of the US lives in one, how Fortec underwrites and scales preschool developments nationwide, and why finding the right investors matters more than finding the right deal. Pablo Barreiro's background and path to founding Fortec Getting licensed at 18 and learning real estate before the degrees Why he pursued law and economics alongside development From general CRE to spotting the childcare niche in Hollywood, Florida What early childhood education real estate actually is Greenfield builds, retrofits, and repositioning mom-and-pop centers Why he went exclusively national instead of picking one market The social economic case: 40 jobs per preschool, community infrastructure Hiring local GCs and architects to earn community trust Spending on entitlements before acquiring the property The new $30M fund and the goal of becoming the institutional player What a childcare desert is: 3x demand for every available seat 51% of the US lives in a childcare desert 88% of employees late to work cite childcare issues How reducing rent helps reduce tuition for families The 5% tuition increase versus 8% cost increase problem The biggest investor misconception: this is not a standard triple net Children, jobs, and community impact — what makes this asset class different Where the need is greatest: follow the housing buildout Multifamily developers calling Fortec to handle the school component Permit timelines: 12 to 14 months total, six to eight of actual construction Construction costs: slight decreases giving some breathing room How to enter the childcare real estate space — capital network comes first The real risk: doing four deals and running out of investors What success looks like for Fortec in 10 to 15 years Rapid fire: invest in the company over any single deal Worst advice: find the deal first, find the money later Contrarian belief: preschool beats every other retail asset class   About Pablo Barreiro: Pablo Barreiro is the chairman and co-founder of Fortec, a Miami-based real estate developer focused exclusively on early childhood education real estate. He has played a pivotal role in helping define and scale this emerging sector, leading more than $240 million in developments over the past five years and drawing on more than two decades of commercial real estate experience as the niche has rapidly gained momentum nationwide. Under his leadership, Fortec has emerged as a category-defining platform in education-focused development, earning recognition as Best Developer by Aventura Magazine and ranking among the South Florida Business Journal's fastest growing companies. Pablo has also been individually recognized on Worth Magazine's Worthy 100 list for his impact and leadership in business. His work addresses critical infrastructure gaps such as child care and daycare deserts, while advancing a scalable investment model that aligns real estate performance with long-term community impact. A University of Miami graduate, Pablo holds multiple undergraduate degrees and a master's degree and earned his Juris Doctor from Florida International University. He has been a member of The Florida Bar since 2017, bringing a rare blend of legal and real estate expertise to complex, high-value transactions. His market insights and commentary have been featured in leading outlets, including CNBC, Bisnow, The Real Deal, and other real estate and business publications. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi About Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses the hantavirus that broke out on a cruise ship, what the mortality rate is, and why the risk to the rest of the world remains low.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses the outbreak of ticks in most parts of the country, the different tick-borne illnesses, and where you are most likely to find ticks.

In this episode, Sarah Matlin, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Memorial Health, joins the podcast to discuss strategic partnerships with Springfield Clinic and Florida International University to expand specialty services. She shares how leveraging the Epic platform and other technologies is helping improve efficiency, enhance care delivery, and make healthcare more affordable for patients.

In this episode, Sarah Matlin, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Memorial Health, joins the podcast to discuss strategic partnerships with Springfield Clinic and Florida International University to expand specialty services. She shares how leveraging the Epic platform and other technologies is helping improve efficiency, enhance care delivery, and make healthcare more affordable for patients.

These episodes of #thePOZcast, live from Unleash 2026 in Las Vegas, are proudly brought to you by our friends at PIN. AI recruiting tools that automate candidate sourcing, screening, and scheduling across 850M+ profiles. Built for recruiters, agencies, and hiring teams. Learn more and check out a demo:  https://www.pin.com/book-a-demo?via=adam-posner Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com About: Maribel R. Diz is the Head of People for Latin America and the Caribbean Region at Visa. She is responsible for developing and executing people strategies in support of the overall business plan and direction in the region. She is also a strategic business advisor to the Visa Latin America and Caribbean leadership team regarding talent needs and plans for the region, including Miami, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico and Venezuela. She has also served as the global People Champion, serving as the Chief People Officer's advisor, enabling her to work closely with the global People community in meeting the strategic priorities of the function. Maribel has more than 25 years of experience with Visa, and has a proven track record of working very closely across functions and geographies, providing leadership and driving change in the organization, while also promoting the Visa culture and leadership principles with diversity and inclusion across the region. She specializes in transformational work focusing on creating high performing leadership teams. Maribel has a Masters of Science in Human Resources Management from Florida International University and an undergraduate degree in Business from Nova Southeastern University. She also holds a Doctoral in Business Administration with distinction at Florida International University. She sits on the Center of International Business Education and Research, and Masters in Human Resources advisory boards at FIU, and was recently appointed as a Co-chairperson of the Doctoral in Business Administration Advisory Council. She is an active role model for HISPA (Hispanics Inspiring Student's Performance and Achievement) speaking to high school students inspiring them to stay in school and follow their dreams. She is a published author and accomplished speaker on all things leadership and gender inclusion, and is also specialized in the different workplace generations. CHAPTERS 00:00 Opening + final interview from UNLEASH01:00 Intro to Maribel Diz (Visa HR Leader)02:30 30-year career at Visa: why she stayed04:30 Career growth, promotions & confidence06:00 Generational shifts in the workforce08:30 Gen X vs Millennials vs Gen Z dynamics10:30 Why Gen Z is misunderstood12:00 What Gen Z actually needs from leaders14:00 Leadership strategies for younger talent16:00 Remote work vs in-office debate18:00 “If you want a career, come into the office”20:00 The value of proximity, visibility & relationships22:00 Hybrid work realities across global teams24:00 HR tech & AI: what's actually exciting26:00 Using AI to remove tactical work28:00 The future of HR as a strategic function30:00 Leading with personalization (not one-size-fits-all)32:00 What truly motivates Gen Z and millennials34:00 Research insights: how Gen Z processes information36:00 Attention myths vs reality38:00 Motivation vs inspiration in leadership40:00 Preparing for the future workforce42:00 Final advice for leaders and organizations43:30 Closing + where to connect KEY TAKEAWAYS Gen Z is not entitled—they are highly capable but require guidance and context Leadership must shift from one-size-fits-all to personalized development Remote work offers flexibility, but in-person work accelerates career growth Relationship building and visibility remain critical for long-term success AI will remove tactical HR work and elevate the importance of strategic leadership Motivation is internal—but inspiration must come from leadership Generational differences are less about conflict and more about understanding The future of work requires meeting employees halfway while maintaining standards

In this episode of the Gamechangers Podcast, we sit down with Willy Bermello, Principal and Founder of Bermello, Ajamil & Partners, one of the most influential planning and architecture firms shaping Miami and cities around the world.From master-planning major urban developments to helping define the future of downtown Miami, Willy shares the philosophy, strategy, and real-world challenges behind building cities that people actually want to live, work, and visit.If you care about urban development, leadership, infrastructure, or the future of cities, this conversation is a must-watch.

She had a full ride. And still walked away. If your daughter is questioning whether to keep going, this conversation is worth every minute. Lyrik Fryer is the co-founder of Work Play Branding, a multimillion dollar media company whose clients have appeared in Target, Times Square, and Oprah's Favorite Things.  Before all of that, she was a Division I soccer player at Florida International University, navigating perfectionism, recruitment pressure, and two ACL tears before making one of the hardest decisions of her athletic career.

When Ayatollah Khamenei was assassinated early in the Iran conflict, and during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, it was celebrated by the Trump administration – who saw this as a large step towards regime change in Iran. Yet, for Khamenei's supporters, his death secured him a place amongst other celebrated Iranian martyrs. Shia Islam has a long tradition of martyrdom, something under-appreciated in the global West, and which goes some way to explaining why the current regime has survived in the face of external threats. Yet, as Dr Eric Lob explains, there is still nuance between the faith of the theocratic regime and those adherents of Shia Islam in the country who are less political.Eric Lob, associate professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations at Florida International University joins Damian Thompson to discuss.Produced by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Ayatollah Khamenei was assassinated early in the Iran conflict, and during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, it was celebrated by the Trump administration – who saw this as a large step towards regime change in Iran. Yet, for Khamenei's supporters, his death secured him a place amongst other celebrated Iranian martyrs. Shia Islam has a long tradition of martyrdom, something under-appreciated in the global West, and which goes some way to explaining why the current regime has survived in the face of external threats. Yet, as Dr Eric Lob explains, there is still nuance between the faith of the theocratic regime and those adherents of Shia Islam in the country who are less political.Eric Lob, associate professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations at Florida International University joins Damian Thompson to discuss.Produced by Patrick Gibbons.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonus Episode: It appears the next country that President Donald Trump has set his sights on is Cuba. Earlier this week, he told reporters that he believes he's going to have "the honor of taking" the country. He said it's a "weakened nation" that's essentially running on "fumes." Those comments came as Cuba was once again thrust into an islandwide blackout. Dr. Brian Fonseca, director of the Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy at Florida International University, joined "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the dual economic and energy crises Cuba is currently facing, as well as Trump's remarks on the island nation. Stay Connected: Follow the Forbes Newsroom at https://open.spotify.com/show/4AP8Adwgblg8ButwBL7xBb?si=0b97c742a3444356 Forbes Breaking News on X: https://x.com/ForbesTVNews Forbes Breaking News on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@forbestvnews More From Forbes: http://forbes.com

Support the Institute today. https://givenow.nova.edu/the-institute-for-neuro-immune-medicine-inim-2025   In this episode of the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness podcast, Haylie Pomroy shares the mic with Dr. Irina Rozenfeld to discuss how toxicity impacts the body and its relevance in chronic illness. They dive into how we are exposed to environmental toxins in our day-to-day lives, how patients with multiple chemical sensitivity can reduce and avoid exposure, and share practical, clinically grounded strategies to limit toxicity at home and in our food. Dr. Rozenfeld also addresses sleep, diet, and detoxification as integral components of the patient's healing journey, and their impact on the nervous system and immune system. Together, they provide expert guidance regarding safe travel, the appropriate use of sauna therapy for detoxification, and how patients can effectively communicate with their healthcare providers about toxic burden and environmental exposures. Irina Rozenfeld, DNP, MSHS, APRN, ANP-BC, is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner committed to the health of her patients. Irina emphasizes patient-practitioner relationships, critical thinking, and patient education to develop an optimal treatment plan and achieve sustainable results. She obtained her Bachelor's of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University and a Master's of Science in Nursing Studies from Florida International University. Additionally, she has obtained a Master's degree in Integrative Medicine from George Washington University School of Medicine and a Doctoral degree at the University of North Florida. Before joining the INIM, Irina worked for more than twenty years as a physician assistant in Russia. After relocating to Florida, she worked as a Clinical Research Nurse at Nova Southeastern University. Irina obtained an international certification as a Clinical Research Professional and has been involved in research in many roles. Irina teaches at Nova Southeastern University College of Nursing as an adjunct faculty.   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irina.rozenfeld.1  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-rozenfeld-413a4028/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irina.rozenfeld.1/   Haylie Pomroy, Founder and CEO of The Haylie Pomroy Group, is a leading health strategist specializing in metabolism, weight loss, and integrative wellness. With over 25 years of experience, she has worked with top medical institutions and high-profile clients, developing targeted programs and supplements rooted in the "Food is Medicine" philosophy. Inspired by her own autoimmune journey, she combines expertise in nutrition, biochemistry, and patient advocacy to help others reclaim their health. She is a New York Times bestselling author of The Fast Metabolism Diet.   Learn more about Haylie Pomroy's approach to wellness through her website: https://hayliepomroy.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayliepomroy  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hayliepomroy  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hayliepomroy/videos  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayliepomroy/  X: https://x.com/hayliepomroy    Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review on the following platforms so we can bring hope and help to others.   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-and-help-for-fatigue-chronic-illness/id1724900423   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/154isuc02GnkPEPlWfdXMT   Sign up today for our newsletter. https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d    This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here.   Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM