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Palma
by DMB Communications, LLC.
Climate, Culture, Storytelling 🌶️ Palma is solutions-oriented and *spicy* with a mission to spotlight Latin, female voices who are working to heal us and the planet. At Palma, we believe in the power of collective action & humor— that when we come together, we can create powerful change.@palma_podcast on IG
Episodes
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S5 E1: Dr. Jason Smerdon on overshooting 1.5, the paleoclimate, and water scarcity
Remember science? Diana kicks off Season 5 with Dr. Jason Smerdon, Professor of Climate within the Columbia Climate School. Smerdon’s research focuses on climate variability and change during the past several millennia and how past climates can help us understand future climate change. His work…
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2025 Wrapped: Is climate in her flop era?
Hi friends! In her last solo ep of the year, Diana dabbles in ASMR, gives out her superlatives, and does some much needed reflecting on #2025. Links: Dear Miami Chapbook Flâneuse
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S4 E10: How eco-spirituality can unlock climate advocacy with MIT's Nicholas Collura
As the world looks ahead to COP30, Diana sits down with Nicholas Collura—spiritual director and Director of MIT’s Radius program—to explore how spirituality can serve as both a conduit and catalyst for climate action. In addition to his work at MIT, Nicholas is the co-founder of Eco-Philly, a...
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S4 E9: Author + TEDx speaker Anne Therese Gennari on Climate Optimism
In this week's episode, Diana interviews Anne Therese Gennari, TEDx speaker, educator, and author of The Climate Optimist Handbook. As a workshop host and communicator, Anne Therese focuses on shifting the narrative on climate change so that we can act from courage and excitement, not fear.
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S4 E8: Javier Gascón on mid-career shifts, side hustles and being an octupus
Javier Gascón Araujo is the founder of Climate COO, a company that leverages AI and process optimization to build growth and ops systems for climate companies. In this episode, Diana and Javi talk about the trials and tribulations of finding your niche in the climate space, especially in your...
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S4 E7: I got engaged!
In this solo ep, Diana spills the tea on her engagement, what it means to have a susty wedding, lab vs 'natural' diamonds, and her latest creative pursuits. ++ Links: https://www.brilliantearth.com/ https://pickle.onelink.me/sL3L/x68vagp5
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Hot Topic 4: Should I break up with him if he doesn't believe in climate change?
The answer is duuuuh! Diana talks about this + some hot button issues like the 'Big Beautiful Bill.'
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S4 E6: Limpias, Rituals, and Taurus Szn ft. Gaby Ulloa
Welcome to Earth Month baddies! What better way to kick off this mini series than two Miami (& Taurus) girlies gabbing about limpias, palo santo, and ways to stay grounded? Gabby Ulloa is a Cuban-American, Los Angeles-based journalist, on camera-host and writer. She covers culture, Latinidad,...
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S4 E5: BONUS: Earth Day Rants
Happy Earth Month, Earthlings!
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S4 E4: Dr. Steve Cohen on Trump, Energy Policy, and Where We Go From Here
Dr. Steven Cohen is the Senior Vice Dean of Columbia’s School of Professional Studies and a Professor in the Practice of Public Affairs at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. He is also Director of the Master of Public Administration Program in Environmental Science...
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S4 E3: Julia O'Mara (COO of Pickle) on entrepreneurship & starting a business
Hellooooo 2025! Palma is back and we're getting right down to business. Meet Julia O'Mara, former Blackstone baddie, and current Pickle COO and co-founder. The Pickle app is a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows users to rent and lend clothing, shoes, and accessories. The app's goal is to make...
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S4 E2: Climate Change x Hurricanes ft. Chief Meteorologist John Morales
He needs no introduction... John Morales is the longest tenured broadcast meteorologist in South Florida, serving as a reassuring television presence for nearly three decades. His tropical weather acumen and steadfast character guided South Florida viewers through hurricanes Andrew, Irene…
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S4 Episode 1: Are psychedelics the key to unlocking climate action?
Welcome to Szn 4 lovelies! Kicking off this season is the wonderful Marissa Feinberg, founder of Psychedelics for Climate Action, an organization dedicated to raising and expanding consciousness to discover pathways forward. Previously, Feinberg contributed to the co-working and environmental...
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Hot Topic 3: Is having kids ethical in a warming world?
Well, it's a hot topic for a reason. Tune in to get the scoop.
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What We Imagine, We Make Possible: Building Resilient Cities
Cities are often on the frontlines of both climate mitigation and action. In the third iteration of "What We Imagine, We Make Possible" Diana sits down with two climate experts, Susie Strife, Direct of Sustainability in Boulder County, Colorado, and Dr. Sarah Federman, Director of Landscape...
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Argentina Takeaways, 5 Things Keeping Me Up @ Night (Climate Edition), and a Poetry Reading
In this solo episode, Diana recaps some climate-related takeaways from her trip to Argentina, shares some of her original poetry, and rapid-fires some climate news & moments of joy.
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What We Imagine, We Make Possible: Susty Señora
In her second guest episode of the limited series, Diana sits down with @sustysenora to discuss the future of sustainable fashion. Can we imagine a world with #heritagepieces that we can pass down to our loved ones? In this episode, Diana and Jackie dive into the confusing world of fashion and...
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Horoscopes, Aries SZN, Finn Harries, Radical Rest, and Being a Climate Bichota
In her 8th episode of S3, Diana takes the mic back to say hey.
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What We Imagine, We Make Possible: Kim Stanley Robinson
This April, Diana is bringing to life a 3 part series that calls her listeners to be led by the power of vision and imagination. What We Imagine, We Make Possible leverages the power of our minds to envision and create a more sustainable future. Kim Stanley Robinson is an American writer of…
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Is COP like doing your taxes? Senior Policy Analyst Courtney Federico Weighs In
In this guest episode, Diana sits down with former classmate Courtney Federico to discuss her day-to-day, reflect on her experience at COP28, and why the COP process is crucial for moving the needle on climate change. Federico is the Senior Policy Analyst for International Climate Policy at the...
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Atmos, Climate Journalism, and the Power of Language with Yessenia Funes
"What makes this really challenging work is the weight and urgency of climate change." In her third guest episode of the season, Diana sits down with the wonderful Yessenia Funes. Funes is a journalist who has covered environmental and climate justice for nearly 10 years. She is currently...
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3 Florida Girlies Talk Climate in the Sunshine State (ft. The CLEO Institute)
These ladies need no introduction. In this highly anticipated guest episode, Diana sits down with Samantha Kaddis and Nia O. from The Cleo Institute. This Florida-based non-profit is dedicated to climate crisis education and advocacy. In this episode, we discuss IRA funding, climate education in...
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We're BACK! with Sustainable Resolutions + What to Watch in 2024
The sauce is in the name, but we'd love to hear from you! Comment, DM, and submit your 2024 Sustainable Resolutions to @palma_collective on IG!
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The Drama of COP28: Recent Wins, Updates, and Trends
In her second episode of S3, Diana provides live updates, trends, and a brief history of COPs to her listeners. Skip to minute 5 if you just want COP28 updates without the back story.
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Changing the Climate Narrative with Empodera Clima Founder Renata Koch Alvarenga
Kicking off S3, Diana sits down with Empodera Clima Founder and Executive Director, Renata Koch Alvarenga. Hailing from Brazil, Renata is a deep believer that we need people willing to change the status quo, especially those in the policy space. As recent grads in public policy, Diana and Renata...
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PALMA EXCLUSIVE: El ron más sostenible del mundo viene de Nicaragua [in Non-English]
In this PALMA exclusive episode, Diana & Mauricio Solorzano dish on one of the world's most quality and sustainable rum brands. Mauricio has worked for Flor de Caña Rum for more than 20 years and is currently the Global Brand Ambassador. This position has allowed him to represent the brand in…
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HOT TOPIC DOS: #nipplegate
This second hot topic episode, delves into #nipplegate, and how it says more about how we communicate about climate change. The reality is, climate change is SCARY! And as someone in the space, doing this work daily, and constantly reading the horrifying headlines, having a laugh is actually...
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Everybody Loves the Denim: Brittany Rivkind on the Highs/Lows of Building a Vintage Store
Brittany Rivkind is the founder of Thriftknd, one of the best known vintage and pre-owned apparel stores in Sag Harbor, NY. A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), Brittany explains the business model behind vintage, her opinions on sustainability, and what it takes to make it in...
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You Just Need to Love Platanos—Veggie Mijas on Hispanic Heritage and Being Veggie Baddies
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Kicking off this exciting time, Diana sits down with some folks from Veggie Mijas - a community that highlights the importance of having a plant-based lifestyle while also intersecting race, gender identity, class, and sexuality. In this episode, Diana delves into...
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HOT TOPIC: Are condoms bad for the planet?
In her first HOT TOPIC episode, Diana delves into the confusing world of condoms. Are they bad for us? What about the planet? Let's get spicy.
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Climate Rats! Comedian and Journalist Katie Tutrone on Using Humor and TikTok in the Climate Conversation
"Some people might hear climate and turn away. My way in is by using humor and video as a way to point out the irony and villains when it comes to climate change. It's a way to show and not tell." In S2E4, Diana chats with the hilarious Katie Tutrone to discuss a new way into the climate...
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What’s the hot gos when it comes to landing a climate job?
In her 5th solo episode, Diana dives into the trials and tribulations of finding a job in the climate space... Do you have to have an environmental background? What kinds of skills do you need? Let’s get into it.
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It's the Culture Wars, Stupid: Doctor of Philosophy David Storey on Climate Ethics, Values, and Existentialism
"Really disagreements about the [climate] facts are disagreements about the values." David Storey is an Associate Professor of the Practice in the Philosophy Department at Boston College, where he teaches courses on the history of philosophy, ethics, theology, technology, and climate change. In...
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Diandra Marizet on Intersectional Environmentalism, the Rise of Eco-Influencers, and Latinidad
In her first episode of season 2, Diana sits down with published environmental writer, poet, and speaker, Diandra Marizet Esparza, whose work recognizes culture as an expression of our relationship to land, and advocates for the accessibility of diverse stories available to rising generations. In...
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Season 1 Wrap Up: Me fui a Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s environmental credentials are truly impressive—more than 98 percent of its energy is renewable, forest cover now stands at more than 53 percent after painstaking work to reverse decades of deforestation and around a quarter of the country’s land has been turned into protected parks…
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Viv for Your V Founder Katie Diasti on Building a Sustainable Period Brand
Did you know that a traditional pad takes roughly 800 years to break down? A startling fact that sprung Viv For Your V Founder & CEO Katie Diasti into action. Viv was created by eco-conscious menstruators who knew the way the world approached eco-conscious period care needed an overhaul. In her...
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Solo Episode 3: Leading A Conscious Lifestyle Ain’t Easy
In her third solo episode, Diana delves into the question of "What do we put on or in our bodies and where does it go?" She discusses the difficulties of leading a more conscious lifestyle, creating awareness around waste and fashion, some tips, and tricks, and bigger questions we should be…
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Joao Francisco Adrien Fernandes Sits Down to Discuss Brazil’s Fight in the Climate Crisis
In her second guest episode, Diana sits down with Joao Francisco Adrien, her former classmate and colleague, to discuss Brazil's fight in the Climate Crisis. In this episode, topics such as deforestation, livestock production, the Amazon, and politics will all be featured to help paint a picture...
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Solo Episode 2: Let’s Unpack Atelier Jolie
In her second solo episode of the season, Diana digs into Angelina Jolie's eponymous fashion label Atelier Jolie. Set to debut this fall, the Atelier is meant to be purpose driven with ethical consumption and co-creation rooting the brand. Over the years, Jolie has been an advocate for human…
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Solo Episode 1: About Your Host
In this solo episode, Diana explores her own climate story, explaining a bit about herself, and how she got to where she is today.
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Unpacking Salient ESG Myths + Misconceptions with Sustainable Finance Practitioner Bruce Kahn
Welcome to the guest episodes! A scientist by training, Bruce Kahn has over 25 years of experience in environmental and investment research and management. Currently, he works as a Senior Portfolio Manager for Shelton Sustainable Equity Fund. In this episode, we discuss all things ESG, delving…
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Why do we need another podcast about climate change?
Hey friends, welcome to Palma. I’m your host, Diana, bringing some climate spice into your day. This podcast is solutions-oriented, conversational, educational, and story-oriented with science and storytelling rooting our episodes. Bienvenidos a la familia, I'm excited to have you here.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Climate, Culture, Storytelling 🌶️ Palma is solutions-oriented and *spicy* with a mission to spotlight Latin, female voices who are working to heal us and the planet. At Palma, we believe in the power of collective action & humor— that when we come together, we can create powerful change.@palma_podcast on IG
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Climate, Culture, Storytelling 🌶️ Palma is solutions-oriented and *spicy* with a mission to spotlight Latin, female voices who are working to heal us and the planet. At Palma, we believe in the power of collective action & humor— that when we come together, we can create powerful...
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