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Let's Talk Global Warming

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Let's Talk Global Warming is a podcast dedicated to raising awareness for global warming and other related environmental issues by giving detailed, yet understandable, information about the causes and effects of global warming as well as the solutions being proposed to stop it.

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Episode 24: Nuclear Energy

August 18, 2021 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

When discussing solutions to combat emissions in the energy sector, many avoid bringing up nuclear energy due to the controversy surrounding it. Is nuclear energy bad? Could it be a part of a greener future? Why is it so controversial? We will answer these questions and more in this episode. Here, I explain what nuclear energy is, the pros and cons relating to it, as well as some of the history behind it. Sources:  Union of Concerned Scientists:  https://www.ucsusa.org/resources/how-nucle...

Episode 23: Electric Vehicles

June 17, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Electric vehicles have for years been the hallmark of green technology. However, they have had their "clean" label questioned for just as long as critics point to the many issues beneath the surface of electric vehicles. In this episode, we discuss what electric vehicles are, where this criticism comes from, and if electric vehicles are the best solution to transportation emissions. Sources Union of Concerned Scientists: EVs compared to gasoline vehicles: https://www.ucsusa.org/resources/c...

Episode 23: Electric Vehicles

June 17, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

Electric vehicles have for years been the hallmark of green technology. However, they have had their "clean" label questioned for just as long as critics point to the many issues beneath the surface of electric vehicles. In this episode, we discuss what electric vehicles are, where this criticism comes from, and if electric vehicles are the best solution to transportation emissions. Sources Union of Concerned Scientists: EVs compared to gasoline vehicles: https://www.ucsusa.org/resources/c...

Episode 22: The Arctic

May 26, 2021 20:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

It is finally time for THE Arctic episode. Not only is the Arctic warming at a faster rate than the rest of the world; Arctic warmth also has massive impacts on worsening global warming and poses massive threats to ecosystems and communities around the world. In this episode, we discuss the impacts of global warming on the Arctic and how some of those impacts affect ecosystems and communities around the world. We were named a Top Global Warming Podcast by Pretty Progressive! Check it out! ...

Episode 21: Cold Weather & Global Warming

April 08, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutes - 7.83 MB

This episode answers the age-old question: "How can cold weather exist if global warming is warming  the Earth?" Sources: National Geographic: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/jet-stream/#:~:text=Powered%20by-,Jet%20streams%20are%20currents%20of%20air%20high%20above%20the%20Earth,differences%20exist%20in%20the%20atmosphere.&text=Cooler%2C%20heavier%20air%20then%20pushes,forming%20a%20cool%20air%20current. The Met Office: https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/learn-about/we...

Episode 20: Global Warming & The Poor

March 28, 2021 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

The economy is one topic that always  comes up during any discussion of global warming. But, what about those people who are often overlooked by the modern dog-eat-dog global markets of today? In this episode, we discuss how global warming affects those who are poor more than anyone else as well as how global warming is preventing those in poverty from escaping poverty. Sources: Environment and Development Economics Journal:  https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/environment-and-developm...

Episode 19: The Ocean

February 05, 2021 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

To say that humans are reliant on the ocean is an understatement; civilization as we know it would have been impossible without the use (and often times misuse) of it. Though we may not realize it, we also rely on the ocean to store a massive amount of heat and greenhouse gases. But, how much longer can the ocean keep up with this major task? What are the effects of this? In this episode, we talk about the ocean's role in fighting global warming, how global warming is affecting the ocean, an...

Episode 18: Wildfires

December 19, 2020 23:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

While wildfires are often described as freak accidents or simply too many fallen trees on the ground, global warming is playing a massive role in the recent, brutal wildfire seasons. In this episode, we discuss how a wildfire forms, what's causing them to become worse, and the effect worsened wildfire seasons will have on our communities. Sources (For Washington Post and National Geographic sources, click the words to be brought to the  source page) Washington Post -   Forest Management - ...

Episode 17: Extreme Heat & Droughts

November 13, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Even though I always tell you that global warming is more than an increase in the temperatures we see on the news everyday; we cannot forget that global warming does cause an increase in our daily temperatures. In this episode, I discuss how climate change is making instances of extreme heat and droughts more frequent and more intense. Sources: Heat Safety Sheet from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) + National Weather Service https://www.weather.gov/grb/heat National Re...

Episode 17: Extreme Heat & Droughts

November 13, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Even though I always tell you that global warming is more than an increase in the temperatures we see on the news everyday; we cannot forget that global warming does cause an increase in our daily temperatures. In this episode, I discuss how climate change is making instances of extreme heat and droughts more frequent and more intense. Sources: Heat Safety Sheet from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) + National Weather Service https://www.weather.gov/grb/heat National Re...

Episode 16: Extreme Precipitation, Floods, & Hurricanes

September 27, 2020 23:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

After years of worsening hurricanes seasons, seemingly never ending rain, and flooding in areas that have never flooded before, have you stopped to wonder why it's all getting so much worse? In this episode, I talk about extreme precipitation, floods, and hurricanes, how they have gotten worse because of global warming, and the consequences of these worsened events. Sources: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA): https://climate.nasa.gov/news/2881/earths-freshwater-future-e...

Episode 15: Biomass, Geothermal, & Tidal Energy

August 14, 2020 19:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

This episode focuses on biomass, geothermal, and tidal energy. I explain what each of these energy sources are, how they work, and the advantages and disadvantages to using them.   Biomass Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/biomass/ National Geographic https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/biomass-energy/ Sierra Club https://www.sierraclub.org/sites/www.sierraclub.org/files/landfill-gas-qa.pdf National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) https:/...

Episode 14: Solar, Wind, & Hydroelectric Energy

July 13, 2020 21:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

In this episode, I discuss three of the most popular sources of renewable energy: solar, wind, and hydroelectric energy including what they are, how they produce electricity, and some pros and cons to each one. Sources: National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) https://www.nrel.gov/research/re-solar.html Solar feeds https://solarfeeds.com/csp-and-pv-differences-comparison/ ZME Science https://www.zmescience.com/ecology/renewable-energy-ecology/solar-panels-pros-and-cons-056654/ En...

Episode 13: Economy & Fossil Fuels

July 01, 2020 01:00 - 12 minutes - 8.49 MB

Are fossil fuels actually beneficial for our economies? Is renewable energy really more expensive? Are there more jobs in the fossil fuel sector? In this episode, I argue against three myths about the economics behind fossil fuels. Sources: New Scientist: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2219927-us-green-economy-has-10-times-more-jobs-than-the-fossil-fuel-industry/ Forbes:  Cost: https://www.forbes.com/sites/dominicdudley/2019/05/29/renewable-energy-costs-tumble/#3c286a11e8ce Subsid...

Episode 13: Economy & Fossil Fuels

July 01, 2020 01:00 - 12 minutes - 8.49 MB

Are fossil fuels actually beneficial for our economies? Is renewable energy really more expensive? Are there more jobs in the fossil fuel sector? In this episode, I argue against three myths about the economics behind fossil fuels. Sources: New Scientist: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2219927-us-green-economy-has-10-times-more-jobs-than-the-fossil-fuel-industry/ Forbes:  Cost: https://www.forbes.com/sites/dominicdudley/2019/05/29/renewable-energy-costs-tumble/#3c286a11e8ce Subsid...

Episode 12: Natural Gas

June 17, 2020 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Compared to other fossil fuels, natural gas is not so bad, right? WRONG. Natural gas, like all fossil fuels, are terrible for the environment. In this episode, I discuss what natural gas is, where it comes from, and why it is bad for the environment.   Sources: National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) https://www.nrdc.org/stories/fossil-fuels-dirty-facts United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/overview-greenhouse-gases Student Energy ·       ...

Episode 11: Oil

June 07, 2020 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

Wars have been fought for it, people have made their careers finding it, and the world runs on it. Oil is one of the most sought after resources in the world, but is it good for the planet? In this episode, I talk about what oil is and why it is bad for the environment. Fun Story: I had to many sources so my character count ran out. All of the names of the sources are hyperlinks so you should be able to click on them to get to the source's website. Sources: Natural Resources Defense Counc...

Episode 10: Fossil Fuel Basics & Coal

May 27, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

One of the most common topics that comes up anytime anyone talks about global warming is fossil fuels and their impact on the environment. But, what is a fossil fuel? Why are they so bad? Is the talk about more than just climate change? All of these questions and more will be answered in this three part series about fossil fuels. In this episode, we discuss the basics of fossil fuels and then talk about coal, the dirtiest of the fossil fuels. Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) https:...

Episode 9: COVID-19 & Climate Change

March 30, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.63 MB

COVID-19 has run rampant around the world. Economies are suffering, public health is weakening, and panic is arising. But, has anyone stopped to ask how COVID-19 is affecting the climate? Even better, has anyone stopped to wonder what part climate change played in making COVID-19 worse? I explain this and more in this episode of Let's Talk Global Warming.  SOURCES: China and New York Emissions (BBC): https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-51944780 American Lung Association:  https...

Episode 8: Summary of the Greenhouse Effect & Greenhouse Gases

March 23, 2020 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.54 MB

Want to know how evaporation and poop play a role in climate change? This episode is a summary of episodes 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7 where we learned all about the greenhouse effect, greenhouse gases, and how they are influencing global warming. If you would like to know more about any of the topics described, make sure to listen to the episode pertaining to it or commenting on Instagram or in the comment section.  Music: “News Theme” by Kevin MacLeod licensed under CC BY. Edited to be shorter b...

Episode 7: Water Vapor

March 17, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.31 MB

Water Vapor is a fundamental part of the water cycle... and a greenhouse gas? This episode is all about how Water Vapor effects the global warming and other greenhouse gases. Water Cycle: https://energyeducation.ca/encyclopedia/Hydrologic_cycle Water Vapor:  https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/climatescience/climatesciencenarratives/its-water-vapor-not-the-co2.html Music: “News Theme” by Kevin MacLeod licensed under CC BY. Edited to be shorter but content was not changed.  Link to Song ...

Episode 6: Fluorinated Gases

February 29, 2020 03:00 - 9 minutes - 6.74 MB

Even though they are the most unknown Greenhouse Gases, Fluorinated Gases are the strongest greenhouse gases with warming capabilities thousands of times stronger than Carbon Dioxide. In this episode, I discuss what Fluorinated Gases are, where they come from, and how we can stop them from being emitted. F-Gases: https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/overview-greenhouse-gases https://www.nrdc.org/stories/greenhouse-effect-101 https://ec.europa.eu/clima/policies/f-gas/legislation_en HFCs: h...

Episode 5: Nitrous Oxide

February 11, 2020 03:00 - 11 minutes - 7.64 MB

Even though it is known as laughing gas, the threat nitrous oxide poses to our environment is no laughing matter. Stronger than both Methane and Carbon Dioxide, Nitrous Oxide is a dangerous greenhouse gas. This episode is about why it is dangerous, where it is coming from, and what can be done to avoid emissions. Links To Sources: Nitrous Oxide: https://www.carbonbrief.org/nitrous-oxide-emissions-could-double-by-2050-study-finds https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/overview-greenhouse-gases h...

Episode 4: Methane

January 28, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.21 MB

When you think greenhouse gases, do you only think of Carbon Dioxide? If that's the case, then you are in for a surprise when you learn that Carbon Dioxide is far from being the only threat to climate. This episode is about the second most common greenhouse gas, Methane, and its sources, characteristics, and some ways to stop emissions. Links for Sources: Methane: https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/overview-greenhouse-gases https://www.esrl.noaa.gov/gmd/education/info_activities/pdfs/CTA_...

Episode 3: The Australian Wildfires

January 18, 2020 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.3 MB

In 2019, Australia began to fight the flames of wildfires that wouldn't last days or weeks; they would last for months. In the face of the tragedy of lost lives and the courage of those intent on fighting the flames, what is really happening in Australia? Why is it happening? Why didn't the government do something to prevent the fires in the first place? Learn about the Australian Wildfires in this episode. Link for Donations: https://nytimes.com/2020/01/06/world/australia/help-australia-fi...

Episode 2: Carbon Dioxide

January 08, 2020 03:00 - 11 minutes - 7.98 MB

As the greenhouse gas with the most emissions, Carbon Dioxide has become a household name. But, what do you really know about it? In this episode, you will learn about Carbon Dioxide's characteristics, sources, and some of the action being taken to prevent further emissions Carbon Dioxide: https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/overview-greenhouse-gases https://www.climate.gov/news-features/understanding-climate/climate-change-atmospheric-carbon-dioxide Where emissions come from: https://edgar...

Episode 1: The Greenhouse Effect and One Degree of Warmth

January 03, 2020 20:00 - 8 minutes - 5.71 MB

This episode explains the greenhouse effect and the reality of a degree of global warmth in addition to serving as an introduction for the entire podcast. Sources: https://www.earthobservatory.nasa.gov/features/GlobalWarming/page2.php https://www.earthobservatory.nasa.gov/world-of-change/global-temperatures https://www.nrdc.org/stories/greenhouse-effect-101 https://www.nrdc.org/stories/are-effects-global-warming-really-bad Music: “News Theme” by Kevin MacLeod licensed under CC BY. Edited t...