Episode 11: Nathaniel Reed on the Miami Jetport

In this podcast Nathaniel Reed speaks about the controversy surrounding the Miami Jetport.  The effort to halt construction of the Miami Jetport is considered by many to be a major catalyst in formation of the environmental movement.  Nathaniel Reed is a prominent defender of the Florida environment and served as Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Fish and Wildlife and Parks in the Nixon and Ford administrations.  Officials referenced in the interview include Gov. Claude Kirk, former interior secretary Walter Hickel, and former transportation secretary John Volpe.  Photo courtesy of the Historical Museum of Southern Florida. Julian Pleasants interviewed Mr. Reed on November 2nd, 2000 and December 18th, 2000.  Produced by Deborah Hendrix.  Edited by Steve Davis.