Episode 01: Brushstrokes of Change
In the inaugural episode of Florida 2100, Adam Roberti, the executive director of the Cortada Foundation, joins the podcast to discuss the transformative power of art and its profound impact on daily life in Florida by the year 2100. This speculative podcast series transports listeners to the future, offering a vivid and immersive glimpse into a world where art has not only survived but thrived, playing a critical role in addressing the social and environmental challenges of our time.
Adam Roberti delves into how the Cortada Foundation, known for its innovative approaches to art and environmental activism, spearheaded efforts to use artistic expression as a tool for change. By 2100, art is no longer confined to galleries and museums; it is embedded in every aspect of life, from public spaces to community gardens, and even in the design of our homes and cities. This integration of art into the fabric of daily life has inspired a cultural shift, fostering a deeper connection between people and their environment.
As we look to the future, the insights shared by Roberti remind us of the potential for art to inspire change and shape the trajectory of our society. Tune in to Episode 1 of the Florida 2100 Podcast to discover how art has transformed Florida at the dawn of the 22nd century and the lessons we can learn from this journey.
Adam Roberti serves as executive director of the Xavier Cortada Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to use socially engaged art to create meaningful experiences that inspire people to take collective action against our climate and ecological crises. In this role, Roberti works alongside Miami-Dade County’s inaugural artist-in-residence Xavier Cortada to implement large-scale, interactive eco-art projects such as the Reclamation Project and The Underwater – two initiatives featured in Cortada’s 2022 TED Talk. Through these ongoing public art interventions, Roberti leads the foundation in partnering with local schools, parks, libraries, businesses, and governments to engage and educate vulnerable communities, helping them prepare for the climate crisis and motivating them to demand action from their policymakers. Roberti is a double alumnus of the University of Miami, where he currently serves on an interdisciplinary research team specializing in climate migration and retreat. In 2023, he was recognized by the university as a 30 Under 30 honoree, selected as an Aspen Institute Future Leader Climate Fellow, and invited to Washington, D.C. as a delegate at the Local Conference of Youth USA.