As Louisiana's Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) advances its draft 2017 Coastal Master Plan, the next few months will be critical in the fight to restore Louisiana’s coast. To keep you engaged and informed, we will bring you discussions on important aspects of coastal restoration, the latest coastal news and events, interviews with relevant experts, business and community leaders, and more.
The Rising Generation: Future Leaders of Coastal Louisiana
In the final episode of Delta Dispatches 2.0, host Simone interviews two young rising leaders in coastal restoration, Kylie Miller and Franziska Trautmann. The episode delves into their backgrounds, experiences, and insights on tackling Louisiana's coastal challenges. Kylie Miller shares how her education, volunteer, and leadership experiences inspired her to focus on a career in the environmental field. Franziska Trautmann, co-founder and CEO of Glass Half Full, talks about the innovative ways her organization is using recycled glass for coastal restoration. Both guests provide advice for young people interested in environmental work and emphasize the importance of community engagement and foundational science in addressing the coastal land loss crisis.
01:02 Spotlight on Kylie Miller: A Rising Coastal Leader
02:54 Kylie's Journey and Insights on Coastal Restoration
13:38 Introducing Franziska Trautmann and Glass Half Full
17:08 The Science and Impact of Glass Recycling for Coastal Restoration
26:12 Advice for Aspiring Coastal Advocates
18 Sept 2025TRANSCRIPT
Reconnecting the River (Parishes): Revitalizing Louisiana’s Largest Swamp and Focusing on the People of the Parishes
In this episode of Delta Dispatches, hosts Simone Maloz engages with Brad Miller from Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority and Kristi Trail from Pontchartrain Conservancy. Brad Miller delves into the River Reintroduction into Maurepas Swamp project, emphasizing its significance and historical background. Kristi Trail discusses various initiatives by Pontchartrain Conservancy, including the FLOWS and CORE programs, which aim to enhance local education and resilience in communities. The episode also touches on upcoming events and fun activities hosted by Pontchartrain Conservancy.
01:15 Brad Miller on Reconnecting the Maurepas Swamp
06:18 Project Details and Challenges
12:49 Kristi Trail on Pontchartrain Conservancy
17:52 Pontchartrain Conservancy's Programs and Initiatives
26:33 Upcoming Events and Closing Remarks
11 Sept 2025TRANSCRIPT
Milestone Moments: Celebrating 200 Episodes with Delta Dispatches
In the 200th episode of Delta Dispatches, host Simone Maloz celebrates this milestone by welcoming special guests to discuss the crucial work of restoring Louisiana's coast. Simone is joined by Charles Sutcliffe, the resilience climate and coastal policy specialist for the National Wildlife Federation, who talks about his extensive experience in coastal policy and resilience. The episode also introduces Donnie Davidson, the new Science Policy Research Fellow. Finally, making a nostalgic return, former co-host Jacques Hebert reflects on past coastal restoration efforts and his new role in Minnesota. Together, they share insights, experiences, and enthusiasm for the ongoing mission to protect and restore Louisiana's coast.
00:39 Introducing Charles Sutcliffe
04:11 Louisiana's Coastal Lessons
09:35 Challenges and Innovations in Insurance
18:21 Introducing Donny Davidson
27:47 Celebrating 200 Episodes with Jacques Herbert
32:04 Reflecting on Coastal Milestones
33:36 The Importance of Coastal Restoration
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The Rising Generation: Future Leaders of Coastal Louisiana
Published 25 Sept 2025 · Transcript excerpt
[…] So I don't think it's a lack of effort or ability for us to do these things. So like Saber Coastline, I think the challenge comes in on being on the same page between scientists, communities, and politicians, which, because you know, we all want the same thing, but we all kind of have different ideas of how to get there. And I think that's probably going to continue to be the biggest challenge. Yeah, I think that's really well said, right? You know, I think it's an issue that so many people feel passionate about for so many different reasons. And it's not controversial, right? And the fact that we want to do something about the crisis is just how we get there. […]
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