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Resilience in Marine Science with Michael Kahle | Innovation in the 'Burg Podcast

Season 2, Episode 3

In this episode of Innovation in the ‘Burg, we dive into marine science, one of the pillars shaping the St. Pete Innovation District. Alison Barlow sits down with Michael Kahle, Director of the Florida Institute of Oceanography, to talk about the people and projects shaping our city’s future—including the remarkable resilience of the marine science community following the USF College of Marine Science fire. From research to recovery, this episode proves that when the waters get rough, this community knows how to weather the storm.

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