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Innovation in the 'Burg Podcast: Humanity in Ants

Inside the Innovation in the 'Burg podcast 

Innovation in the Burg: Deby Cassill & Randy Russell Humanity in ants: What can ants teach us about diversity, equity and human behavior? Welcome to Innovation in the 'Burg, a podcast all about science and innovation in St. Petersburg.

This week, Alison Barlow, executive director of the St. Pete Innovation District, hosts USFSP Professor Deby Cassill and Randy Russell, president and CEO of the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg. Cassill, an expert in ant behavior, shares her wisdom on the ways ants work together, care for one another, and interact with strangers. A fascinating conversation ensues on the abundant lessons to be learned from ant behavior.

To listen: https://stpetecatalyst.com/podcast-episodes/innovation-in-the-burg-deby-cassill-randy-russell/

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