

Eder Peralta
NPR reporter covering Caribbean weather events; reported on Hurricane Melissa and its expected impacts on Jamaica and nearby islands.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 14min
SNAP Benefits Shutdown, Trump In Japan, Hurricane Melissa
Stephen Fowler, an NPR reporter focusing on federal nutrition programs, discusses the impending SNAP benefits expiration, affecting over 40 million Americans. Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent, shares insights about President Trump's visit to Japan, highlighting a pivotal trade deal on rare earth minerals. Eder Peralta reports on Hurricane Melissa, detailing its catastrophic winds and the potential impact on Jamaica and nearby islands, along with concerns about preparedness and evacuations.

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Oct 29, 2025 • 13min
Hurricane Melissa Aftermath, Israel Strikes Gaza Again, Air-Traffic Controllers
Eder Peralta, an NPR reporter based in Mexico City, shares insights on the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica and Cuba, highlighting flooding and evacuation challenges. Daniel Estrin, reporting from Tel Aviv, discusses the volatile Gaza ceasefire, including recent deadly strikes and the complex U.S. involvement. Joel Rose, NPR's transportation correspondent, addresses the strain on air-traffic controllers working without pay during the government shutdown, raising concerns about safety and delays in aviation.

Dec 1, 2025 • 6min
Rebuilding Smarter in Jamaica
Eder Peralta, an NPR field reporter, shares gripping firsthand accounts of Hurricane Melissa's devastation in Jamaica. He highlights the storm's intense impact, made worse by climate change. Residents discuss their fears and the imperative to rebuild smarter. Featuring insights from local officials, the conversation dives into building codes, financial barriers, and the necessity for stronger structures. The podcast also emphasizes calls for global responsibility, urging industrial nations to assist Jamaica in climate adaptation efforts.


