climate change

Ep 69 - Who Run the World?

Girls! In honor of Women's History Month, Vanessa Conroy from Feminist Communities for Climate Justice joins us to discuss their work to achieve climate justice informed by feminist and community development principles. Their organization recognizes the intersectional relationship between climate change and social justice, and that climate must be considered in every policy decision we make. Vanessa discusses these issues, and the ways in which the climate crisis disproportionately affects women and other marginalized groups  Resources discussed in this episode:

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Ep 40 - Under the Sea

We're diving into the world of coral! Chelsea Eareckson with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) discusses the important role coral plays in the global ecosystem, and how climate change is affecting this unique and fragile species. To learn more about the Coral Reef Alliance, visit coral.org.

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Ep 36 - Living Our Best Life with Sarah Wilson

It's easy to feel overwhelmed in an ever-changing world that is threatened by climate change, consumerism and complacency. New York Times bestselling author Sarah Wilson joins us to discuss her newest book "This One Wild and Precious Life" and how we can address the challenges facing our planet and society. The book is a call to action that demonstrates how activism and connection with nature can help us find meaning and make a difference at a time when the world is in chaos. Sarah shares why she is hopeful for the future, and challenges us to step outside our comfort zone to make meaningful change.

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Ep 34 - We are in Hot Water

In this bonus episode, we continue our conversation with limnologist and cli-fi author Nina Munteanu. We discuss her book A Diary in the Age of Water and what led her to write this dystopian tale of a future that revolves around water scarcity. Nina's background as a limnologist gives her a unique perspective on the challenges that await us if we do not address climate change.

Find the book on Amazon or from Inanna Publishing. Learn more about Nina's work at TheMeaningOfWater.com and ninamunteanu.ca.

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Ep 23 - Under the Weather

Our planet is sick, and the only cure is bold collective action to help reverse the effects of climate change. Texas State Climatologist Dr. John Nielsen-Gammon discusses potential solutions and why he is optimistic that we can meet this challenge. He also explains how trends in long-term weather patterns have shifted and offers a perspective on how the COVID-19 pandemic might shift public attitudes towards climate change.

Host: Jennifer Hetzel

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Ep 14 - Oceans of Opportunity

Nothing fishy about it: the ocean plays a critical role in our planets ability to support life on land and in the water. Climate change is affecting the delicate balance that life on Earth depends on, and the consequences are mounting. Dr. David Trossman helps explain why oceans are so important and ways that we can work to undo the damage that has been done.

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Host: Jennifer Hetzel 

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Ep 2 - Climate Change

You hear the term tossed around a lot, but what does it mean exactly? We discuss what climate change is (and isn't), and actions we can all take to minimize our carbon footprint.

Host: Jennifer Hetzel

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