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<p>Kean University students and faculty are revolutionizing urban design through innovative, community-centered learning and research. This episode highlights how architecture students at Michael Graves College are...
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Urban Impact
Hosted by Kean University · education · EN-US
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On Urban Impact, complex issues facing urban communities are examined through meaningful conversations with scholars, community leaders and others who are driving change. Recorded and produced by Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university.
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What is Urban Impact about?
On Urban Impact, complex issues facing urban communities are examined through meaningful conversations with scholars, community leaders and others who are driving change. Recorded and produced by Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university.
Who hosts Urban Impact?
Urban Impact is hosted by Kean University. The show has published 26 episodes to date.
What has Urban Impact covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Designing Change: Kean Architecture Students Are Transforming Urban Spaces" (4 March 2025, 38 minutes), "Urban Mayors Unite: Addressing New Jersey’s Housing Crisis" (27 January 2025, 18 minutes), and "Building Courage, Confidence and Character: Natasha Hemmings' Vision for the Girl Scouts" (2 December 2024, 28 minutes).
How often does Urban Impact publish?
Urban Impact publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 26 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Urban Impact?
Booking probability for Urban Impact is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Urban Impact requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Urban Impact's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Urban Impact?
The strongest fits for Urban Impact are Universities & Colleges. Urban Impact has an education audience.
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Kean University hosts Urban Impact, an education podcast with 26 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Jan 27, 202518 minS0
<p>Two prominent New Jersey mayors, Plainfield’s Adrian Mapp and Passaic’s Hector Lora, discuss how they are driving innovative solutions to address the state’s 200,000-unit affordable housing shortage. Learn how their...
Dec 2, 202428 minS3<p>Think those iconic Girl Scout cookies are just a sweet treat? Think again. Natasha Hemmings, CEO of Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey, reveals how the organization is shaping tomorrow’s leaders, one badge and bold idea...
Nov 18, 202423 minS0<p>Ndaba Mandela discusses legacy, leadership and community-driven change in the latest episode of Urban Impact. Learn about his very personal connection to the HIV/AIDS epidemic and how he’s carrying forward his...
Sep 30, 202435 minS3<p>In this special kickoff to Season Three of Urban Impact, Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., defines what it means to be an anchor institution and explains the critical role institutions like Kean...
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- May 21, 202424 minS2
<p>Hear how Kean University’s innovative efforts led to a prestigious Silver STARS rating for sustainability. Hosts Michael Salvatore and Barbara George Johnson talk with Felice Vazquez, Kean’s senior vice president for...
- May 9, 202415 minS2
<p>Sustainability ambassador Allison Edgley is back! In part two of her episode, she shares what she learned firsthand about sustainable practices in China and Iceland and discusses the small but impactful steps...
- Apr 29, 202427 minS2
<p>Sustainability guru Allison Edgley, Ed.D. discusses the keys to successful sustainability initiatives, her role as a sustainability ambassador and how small, everyday actions can lead to significant environmental...
- Apr 16, 202431 minS2
<p>Did you know eight out of 10 Americans have faced trauma at some point in their lives? This statistic opens up profound discussions about the world of trauma-informed care in this episode of Urban Impact, featuring...
- Mar 27, 202432 minS2
<p>Kean Assistant Professor Alex Stribing, Ph.D., discusses the transformative role of adapted physical education in bridging gaps, promoting inclusion and fostering wellness among students with disabilities. Dive into...
- Feb 21, 202416 minS2
<p>Learn more about rising sea levels, the critical role of dunes along the Jersey Shore and innovative strategies to address climate challenges with Kean Assistant Professor Dr. Jun Cheng, Ph.D. on our latest episode...
Episode #5
Coastal Climate Change: Why Our Beaches Are in Trouble - With Coastal Geologist Jun Cheng, Ph.D.
Jan 30, 202431 minS2<p>On this episode of Urban Impact, geologist and Kean University Assistant Professor Jun Cheng, Ph.D., takes us “down the shore” to discuss how the changing climate is impacting one of New Jersey’s most iconic and...
- Dec 4, 202317 minS2
<p>On Season Two’s third episode, Urban Impact takes a dive into the controversial topic of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) with Nicky Sheats, Ph.D., J.D., director of the Center for the Urban Environment at the...
- Nov 6, 202323 minS2
<p>On Season Two’s second episode of Urban Impact, we explore environmental justice with Nicky Sheats, Ph.D., J.D., director of the Center for the Urban Environment at the John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and...
- Oct 2, 202329 minS2
<p>Kean Launches Season 2 of the Urban Impact Podcast with architect and Michael Graves College Dean David Mohney to discuss the role of architecture and design in community engagement and health. </p> <p><br>Urban...
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Season One Highlights of Urban Impact!
May 23, 202326 minS0<p>On the 10th and final episode of Season One of Kean University’s podcast, Urban Impact, hosts Michael Salvatore, Ph.D., and Barbara George Johnson, JD, recall their favorite moments from the first season. Take a...
Episode #9
Why Artificial Intelligence Is Flawed (Currently) - Featuring Astrophysicist David Joiner Ph.D.
May 11, 202329 minS1<p>On the ninth episode of Urban Impact, astrophysicist and Kean Associate Professor David Joiner, Ph.D., pulls back the curtain on artificial intelligence, revealing its current limitations, flaws and even potential...
- May 2, 202323 minS1
<p>On the eighth episode of Urban Impact, English professor and director of the Master of Arts in Writing Studies program, Mia Zamora, Ph.D., discusses the potential impact of artificial intelligence in the classroom...
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Supercharging Student Engagement by Embracing Diverse Cultures - With Certified Coach Ana I. Berdecia
Apr 10, 202323 minS0<p>On the7th episode of Urban Impact, Ana I. Berdecia, director of the Center for the Positive Development of Urban Children at the John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and Research at Kean University, discusses...
- Mar 28, 202337 minS1
<p>On the 6th episode of Urban Impact, Senior Vice President for Entrepreneurial Education Initiatives Sancha Gray, Ed.D., discusses how intentionally developing programs that engage families in the education of their...
Recent guests
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Natasha Hemmings
Past Miss England, Girls Scouts Heart of New Jersey
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Ndaba Mandela
mentor, political consultant, Mandela Institute for Humanity
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Michael Salvatore
Senior Vice-President, University of North Texas Health Science Center
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Mia Zamora
director of the Writing Project, Kean University Writing Project
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