Why We Stay When the Jersey Shore Floods | TFT (10/13/2026)
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Why We Stay When the Jersey Shore Floods | TFT (10/13/2026)
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In this episode, Dr. William Thomas, NJ Flood Institute Director, an anthropologist and conservation expert, shares insights on how culture influences environmental conservation, the importance of local knowledge in managing flooding, and the future of coastal resilience.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and guest background
01:21 William H Thomas's anthropological work and conservation
02:13 Biodiversity as a result of small disturbances
03:33 Return to New Jersey and personal background
04:20 National Geographic and exploration
06:38 Conservation challenges in New Guinea
07:14 Impact of COVID on conservation efforts
09:27 Anthropological perspective on coastal flooding
10:23 Changing dynamics at the Jersey Shore
12:44 Why people live in flood-prone areas
16:11 Improving flood warning systems
22:20 Lessons children can learn from experienced residents
28:18 Future challenges and societal responses
30:34 Wrap-up and future outlook