Florida Humanities Council Award for a Fictional Podcast Series titled “Florida 2100”

 

Amanda Furiasse, PhD, is an Assistant Professor from the Department of Humanities and Politics in the Halmos College of Arts & Sciences. Dr. Furiasse earned a Florida Humanities Council award to develop an 8-episode fictional podcast series titled Florida 2100.

 

 

Tell me briefly about your recent grant-funded project.

Florida 2100: is an 8-episode fictional podcast series set in the year 2100, offering an immersive exploration of Florida’s vibrant cultural history from a future-facing perspective. Florida 2100 transports audiences to a time where they can envision and reflect on the implications of their actions in shaping the trajectory of Florida and the world at large. By foregrounding futurist perspectives, the podcast showcases the humanities’ critical role in transforming uncertainties about the future into opportunities for discovery.

 

Who is working with you on this project?

Dr. Kathleen Doll is Co-PI on the project and Drs. Jeremy Weissman, Yvette Fuentes, Teng Yi, and Yair Solan are on the advisory council.

 

What opportunities and/or benefits does this grant bring to the NSU community?

The grant supports community engagement initiatives and public opportunities for NSU faculty to connect the university’s programs with nonprofits and local community organizations, fostering collaboration and shared learning experiences. Funding is also allocated to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty and students, leading to the development of innovative, multidisciplinary content that will not only elevate NSU’s visibility and reputation as a leader in interdisciplinary research and programming but also foster a more informed and culturally enriched public.

 

How does this project connect with your other work at NSU?

Florida 2100 builds upon my work with the Applied Humanities Podcast, a podcast series produced by NSU’s Department of Humanities and Politics. In addition to my work in podcasts, the project builds upon my research and work on futurism and the intersection between technology, culture, and human experience. Like my broader work, Florida 2100 adopts an interdisciplinary approach, mirroring my commitment to exploring multifaceted topics that bridge disciplinary boundaries.

 

How has NSU helped you pursue and/or achieve personal and professional goals you have set for yourself? NSU resources used?

The university’s grant office offered critical support and resources throughout the grant application process for the Florida 2100 podcast., such as workshops and training sessions to equip me with the necessary skills for successful grant applications. Also, the grant office gave me personalized guidance during the grant proposal’s preparation. This involved one-on-one consultations to refine the project’s objectives and articulate its wider impacts. In addition to the grant office, the Department of Humanities facilitated interdisciplinary connections and connected me with colleagues whose expertise complemented the goals of the Florida 2100 project. This collaborative approach strengthened the overall proposal and highlighted the project’s potential impact across various disciplines.

 

What advice do you have for other grant seekers at NSU?

Collaborate with your colleagues and find mentors who have successfully applied for grants before.  Seeking feedback from diverse perspectives will help refine your ideas and identify potential areas for improvement.

 

What is the next grant proposal or project on your agenda?

The next grant proposal will involve expanding Florida 2100 into a larger multimedia project that will involve creating courses, virtual learning resources, and immersive experiences that enhance the project’s educational impact.