Florida Sea Grant is happy to announce the launch of “Marine Science Minute,” a brand new weekly radio sequence airing on WUFT FM each Wednesday morning at 7:42 AM EST, beginning April third. This mission goals to deliver marine science on-the-go, delivering participating and informative one-minute segments to listeners throughout their early morning commute.
Every one-minute highlight is designed to supply well timed and actionable insights on numerous marine science matters, starting from fishery seasons to environmental holidays. Listeners can lookay ahead to spotlights masking matters on synthetic reefs, horseshoe crabs, mangroves, protected boating and fishing, hurricane preparedness, and extra!
“We selected one-minute segments for every highlight to make sure that the data stays accessible and fascinating for our viewers,” says Dr. Savanna Barry. “These spotlights are designed to supply a teaser of our group’s key applications and initiatives, sparking curiosity and driving engagement with Florida Sea Grant assets.”
All through the event course of, every script underwent three phases of peer assessment, an important course of in refining the content material and eliminating extreme jargon, to make sure the supply of digestible content material that fosters a deeper understanding of marine science.
“Marine Science Minute” outcomes from a collaborative effort among the many numerous Florida Sea Grant crew, spearheaded by Dr. Savanna Barry. In whole, 52 radio scripts had been crafted by members of the Shoreline, Estuarine, and Aquatic Techniques (SEAS) work motion group (WAG), together with different Florida Sea Grant extension brokers, coordinators, associates, and specialists. Every mission crew member developed content material tailor-made to their experience and shared priceless Florida Sea Grant assets for marine science-related info.
Ana Zangroniz gives the enduring voice behind Marine Science Minute. Picture by Donielle Nardi.
“Launching a radio highlight from scratch, particularly one geared toward participating audiences with science, isn’t any simple job,” says Miami-Dade County Extension Agent, Ana Zangroniz. “It’s actually spectacular to see all members of the Florida Sea Grant crew working collectively to create over 50 scripts. Every crew member wholeheartedly supported each other and pitched in with duties like writing scripts, analysis, logistical outreach, and peer evaluations, contributing to an general charming radio sequence.”
Moreover, some extension brokers contributed their creative skills to the radio spotlights. Victor Blanco, Florida Sea Grant UF/IFAS extension agent from Taylor County, lent his acoustic melodies to the broadcasts, whereas Ana Zangroniz offered her distinctive voice for the “Marine Science Minute.”
Reflecting on the recording expertise, Zangroniz expresses, “I really feel flattered that my colleagues selected me to characterize our group. I hope that my efforts are well-received by our viewers.”
Whereas the radio spotlights are at present scheduled to broadcast inland in Gainesville and the crew intends to share them with different Florida radio markets sooner or later, Dr. Barry underscores the importance of reaching non-coastal audiences.
“Individuals from numerous areas work together with and really feel related to our coastal areas, subsequently they’ve shared accountability to guard them. Our goal is to lift consciousness of Florida Sea Grant as a useful resource for all audiences, not solely these residing alongside the coast but in addition anybody participating with coastal areas,” says Dr. Barry.
Tune in each Wednesday within the Gainesville space @ 7:42 AM EST to catch the most recent “Marine Science Minute” highlight on WUFT FM. Don’t miss the primary episode airing on April third! Episodes will also be streamed on-line at https://www.flseagrant.org/marine-science-minute-with-florida-sea-grant/.
The “Marine Science Minute” spotlights had been produced and edited by Florida Sea Grant Communication’s Artistic Artwork Director, Donielle Nardi.
