The Coastal Call, presented by the Center for Climate, Coastal, and Marine Studies at Fairfield University, brings listeners to the frontlines of impactful, institution-wide research on our changing coasts and climate. Each episode dives deep into the latest discoveries and large-scale initiatives shaping our oceans, shorelines, and communities. Through engaging discussions and expert interviews, The Coastal Call offers an opportunity to explore robust climate and coastal research.
Episodes
Thursday Apr 02, 2026
Thursday Apr 02, 2026
In this episode of “The Coastal Call,” Dr. Rob Nazarian and Dr. William F. Vazquez welcome Dr. Jennifer Trudeau Tham for a conversation about sea level rise, shoreline protection, and how communities value coastal adaptation. From the Long Island Sound to Guatemala and Uruguay, they explore what willingness-to-pay research reveals about public priorities, local differences, and the trade-offs behind climate policy. The episode also looks at flooding, erosion, salinization, and habitat loss, along with the role of maps, modeling, and emerging visualization tools in helping communities understand future risks. It is a thoughtful look at how economics, climate science, and collaboration can support stronger coastal decision-making. Learn more about Fairfield University’s Center for Climate, Coastal, and Marine Studies.