'AReport update from Florida on the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Disaster'
June 19, 2010
Hosted by David Gibbons
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Episode Description
Returning to In Discussion, Andy Smith Spokesperson of theApalachola Riverkeepers Florida and Pat O'Brien Veteran Investigative Reporter.The Deepwater Horizon oil spill (also referred to asthe BP oil spill Macondo blowout) is a massive ongoing oil spill in the Gulf ofMexico, now considered the largest offshore spill in U.S. history. Someestimates placed it by late May or early June as among the largest oil spillsin the world with tens of millions of gallons spilled to date. The spill stemsfrom a sea floor 10,000 foot deep oil gusher that followed the April 20, 2010Deepwater Horizon drilling rig explosion. The explosion killed 11 platformworkers and injured 17 others. The gusher originates from a deepwater wellhead5,000 feet below the ocean surface. The resulting oil slick covers asurface area of at least 2,500 square miles, with the exact size andlocation of the slick fluctuating from day to day.
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"In Discussion" brings world leaders and people from all areas of life together in frank and powerful conversation. Interviewer and writer David Gibbons invites great thinkers, politicians, business leaders, scientists, religious leaders, scientists and entertainers and notable philosophic think tanks together in cleverly orchestrated interviews and discussions. In developing and encouraging frank conversation towards the dynamic ignition of positive mindsets, the paradigm of progressive and positive change is at the forefront of its vision and mission.
David Gibbons
David Gibbons has been writing and involved in the broadcast arena since 2001. His work in understanding the world we live in and its people continues to fascinate and consume his interest, in pursuing a direct conversational style with leaders, literature scholars and everyday individuals. He is the host of David Gibbons "In Discussion", the daily program that engages world's thinkers, writers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, business individuals, scientists and religious leaders. He is constantly seeking a greater understanding of the world we live in today with an unassuming style and delivery, leading to the premise of igniting dialogue towards dynamic change in our society.
