Empowering everyday people through air quality education as it relates to climate resiliency and public health. Science educator with 20+ years of experience.
Summer has just begun here in New York, and we've already received several ozone advisories. What does this mean and should you be concerned? In this episode, I want all of us to be informed on what ozone air pollution is and why it seems to show up every summer. Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been finding this information helpful! If so, please share with a friend! Have a question or comment? E-mail us at CarmenTalksAir@gmail.com or follow o...
2 Jul 2026
Episode 14: The Coolest Summer For The Rest of Your Life
This will be the coolest summer in your lifetime. Read that again. If current climate trends continue, nearly every summer after this one is expected to be hotter. Extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable. It affects our health, air quality, infrastructure, energy systems, and the communities least able to adapt. We know that temperatures are changing. The question is how do we prepare and support the most vulnerable? Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been f...
18 Mar 2026
Episode 12: Air Pollution During Times of War
SOURCES: Björnham, O., Grahn, H., von Schoenberg, P., Waleij, A., Liljedahl, B., & Brännström, N. (2017, November 7). The 2016 Al-Mishraq Sulphur Plant Fire: Source and Risk Area Estimation. arXiv.org. https://arxiv.org/abs/1611.03837 Brown, V. J. (2004, December). Battle Scars: Global Conflicts and Environmental Health. National Library of Medicine. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1253679/ Gayle, D. (2026, March 10). Bombing of Iran’s oil infrastructure to have major environm...
23 Oct 2025
Episode 11: The Day the the Sky Turned Orange in NYC
The host reflects on the June 2023 wildfire smoke event in New York City and the eerie experience of the day the sky turned orange.
10 Aug 2025
Bonus Episode: The Blah Blah Blah (rant)
The host shares their frustrations about the apparent lack of concern for air quality, expressing their honest thoughts on the issue in this episode.
5 Aug 2025
Episode 10: What Is Particulate Matter?
This episode of "Inhale, Exhale" defines particulate matter as a harmful air pollutant, explores its sources, and suggests protective measures.
12 Jun 2025
Episode 9: Air Quality and Health
It’s easy to think about air as invisible and inconsequential, simply because its always there, but it’s anything but. Every single time you take a breath, you’re taking in much more than just oxygen—you’re inhaling a mix of particles, gases, and pollutants that can affect your health in ways you may not even realize. So, what exactly is happening inside your body when the air quality dips? And how can you protect yourself from the health impacts of polluted air? Tune in to the latest episode...
28 May 2025
Episode 8: Air Purification Basics
The host discusses air purification basics, including purifiers and DIY solutions, to help listeners access cleaner air regardless of their budget.
13 May 2025
Episode 7: The History of Air Pollution and Air Quality Efforts (Part 2)
Welcome to part two of the history of air pollution and air quality efforts. The history of air pollution is a history of our response to crisis. Although air quality laws have saved countless lives, air pollution levels in many cities still exceed safe limits. On a global level, over 90% of the population breathes polluted air on a daily basis, with Black, Brown, and poor folks being disproportionately affected. Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been findi...
30 Apr 2025
Episode 6: The History of Air Pollution & Air Quality Efforts (part 1)
Imagine stepping out of a time machine into the middle of ancient Rome. What you'd immediately experience is air pollution. We think of air pollution as a modern problem, but it's been shaping human history for thousands of years. In this episode, we’re diving into the history of air pollution and air quality efforts, going far back enough to before we even had a word for it. Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been finding this information helpful! If so, ...
16 Apr 2025
Episode 5: Urban Air Quality
Urban air quality is shaped by traffic, industry, buildings, gentrification, and even the different way cities are designed. But here’s the big question: What is this daily pollution doing to our health? Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been finding this information helpful! If so, please share with a friend! Have a question or comment? E-mail us at AirQualityPodcast@gmail.com
2 Apr 2025
Episode 4: Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Considering that we spend 90% of our time indoors, the quality of that air matters! On this episode, we explore what contributes to indoor air pollution, how it affects your health, and what you can do about it. Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been finding this information helpful! If so, please share with a friend! Have a question or comment? E-mail us at AirQualityPodcast@gmail.com
24 Mar 2025
Episode 3: What Is AQI?
The AQI, or Air Quality Index, is a simple way to communicate how clean or polluted the air is, using numbers and colors that anyone can understand. But what does it all mean, and how does that affect you? In this episode, we decode the AQI and help you make sense of what that means for you and your family. Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been finding this information helpful! If so, please share with a friend! Have a question or comment? E-mail us at Ai...
23 Mar 2025
Episode 2: The Air We Breathe
What if I told you that with each breath, you’re inhaling much more than just the air you need to survive? Tiny, invisible particles, chemicals, and gases enter your lungs every time you breathe. Some are harmless. Some are not. On this episode, we explore what's supposed to be in the air we breathe, what's actually in it, and how it affects you. Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been finding this information helpful! If so, please share with a friend! Hav...
23 Mar 2025
Episode 1: Inhale, Exhale: An Introduction to Air Quality
Welcome to the introductory episode of Inhale, Exhale: An Air Quality Podcast! Breathing. It’s one of the most basic things we require to stay alive, and yet, we rarely stop to consider what’s actually in the air we're taking in. Check out this first episode as we dive into the basics of air quality, how it affects you, and why you should care. Send us fan mail Support the show Thanks for tuning in, I hope you’ve been finding this information helpful! If so, please share with a friend!...
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