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Revisiting: I <3 You Terra

Terra Informa - April 22, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
This episode originally aired on April 18, 2022: This week Elizabeth Dowdell and some other Terra Informers dive into the history of Earth Day, their feelings on the holiday, and show some appreciation for our big (shared) hunk of rock! Program log. ★ Support this podcast ★

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EJR w/Jeanine Molloff - Corporations pushed climate lies and killed the planet.

Progressive News Network - April 21, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 1 rating
We will look at the decades old disinformation campaign sponsored by big petroleum pushing the lie that global warming is overblown, a hoax, a 'Chicken Little' panic. This campaign has lulled the public into a false sense of safety. Just like big tobacco, the petroleum industry should be held ac...

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Carolin Bapp on how microplastic ingestion impacts gut cancer

Ocean Protect Podcast - April 21, 2024 19:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Carolin Bapp is a scientist and recently completed her Masters Research from the University of Vienna. Carolin co-authored the study published this month in the Chemosphere Journal, which showed that microplastics can persist through cell division and may contribute to cancer spread. In this cha...

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Revisiting: Dad’s World Was My Refuge

Terra Informa - April 15, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
This episode originally aired on February 11, 2019: This week on Terra Informa, Sofia Osborne (a Terra Informer herself) reads us a piece she recently wrote for The Tyee, an independent, Canadian, online magazine. The story recounts Sofia's experience being isolated on Saturna Island d...

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Interview with Alison Malmqvist, Director, Sexual & Reproductive Health, Climate Health Lead, PSI Global

Climate Change with Scott Amyx - April 15, 2024 04:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratings
Today I am joined by Alison Malmqvist, Director, Sexual & Reproductive Health, Climate Health Lead, PSI Global. She has 20 years of experience developing and leading integrated public health programs in Africa and the Caribbean with a focus on designing, implementing, managing and monitoring soci...

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Gaza: 'Most people want to leave,' says veteran diplomat

Conflict Zone: Confronting the Powerful - April 10, 2024 16:42 - 26 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Norwegian Refugee Council head Jan Egeland tells Tim Sebastian that the devastation in Gaza is already unprecedented and an Israeli military operation against Rafah would be a "bloodbath."

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Revisiting: The Line with Anthony Goertz

Terra Informa - April 08, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
This episode originally aired on November 23, 2020: At Terra Informa, we've talked trash before. Back in 2017, we even went on a tour of the Edmonton Waste Management Centre. But, one thing we haven't talked about are the people who do the incredibly important job of sorting and process...

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Interview with Stefan Schwab, CEO of Enlighted

Climate Change with Scott Amyx - April 08, 2024 04:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratings
Enlighted, a Siemens company, integrates cognitive environmental IoT sensors and lighting controls connecting to intelligent workplace experience apps, offering a scalable, interoperable solution to address a spectrum of building, space, and productivity needs.

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EJR w/Jeanine Molloff--Polluters should face criminal sanctions. ICC weighs in.

Progressive News Network - April 07, 2024 20:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 1 rating
     Academics and environmental justice campaigners are demanding that the International Criminal Court (ICC), begin investigating and prosecuting environmental criminals. This demand would most likely include prosecution of Big Petroleum regarding its major role in global climate devastation. I...

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Dr Andrew Thomas on improving the health of urban rivers like the Cooks River & why it matters

Ocean Protect Podcast - April 07, 2024 19:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Dr Andrew Thomas is Executive Officer at Cooks River Alliance and President of Stormwater New South Wales. The Cooks River is a 23-kilometre long (14 mile) urban waterway located in south-eastern Sydney, New South Wales, Australia - and, since at least 1997, councils and community groups along t...

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Interview with Dr. John J. Berger, Environmental Science and Policy Specialist

Climate Change with Scott Amyx - April 01, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratings
Dr. John J. Berger, Ph.D. is an environmental science and policy specialist, prize-winning author, and journalist.

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IMPACT Podcast - Sebastienne Grant

IMPACT Podcast - March 30, 2024 01:39 - 1 hour
Join us at IMPACT as we welcome Dr. Sebastienne Grant, a leading psychologist, Professor and Chair of Psychology at Prescott College, Az. Renowned for integrating mindfulness, compassion, and societal well-being into psychology. Known for her insightful approach to existential concerns, societa...

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'The behavior of Netanyahu is inexcusable,' says Pelosi

Conflict Zone: Confronting the Powerful - March 27, 2024 15:37 - 26 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 11 ratings
Senior Democrat and former US House Speaker, Nancy Pelosi talks about the wars in Gaza, Ukraine and tensions over Taiwan. Speaking to DW's Tim Sebastian, during this year's MSC, she also discussed upcoming US elections.

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Revisiting: Resource Extraction and Hope - The Lorax Discussion

Terra Informa - March 25, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
This episode originally aired on August 26, 2021: Are you looking for a story of resource extraction, community, and hope? In this episode, Terra Informers Katherine Rogers, Hannah Cunningham, Elizabeth Dowdell, and Sara Chitsaz discuss Dr. Suess' children's story, The Lorax. The Lorax ...

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EJR- PNN w/Jeanine Molloff - EU facing AMOC shutdown unless we cut carbon levels

Progressive News Network - March 24, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 1 rating
     The Atlantic meridional overturning circulation (AMOC) current brings warm air to the EU resulting in warmer climates than you would expect so close to the Arctic. Unfortunately it is coming closer to collapse which could result in climate disasters only seen in Hollywood epic movies. Today...

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Action for Dolphins with Hannah Tait

Ocean Protect Podcast - March 24, 2024 18:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Hannah Tait is the CEO and founder of Action for Dolpins, a charity that advocates for the protection of dolphins and challenge practices that cause them harm, working to change laws, educate the public, and promote institutional changes that lead to safer, healthier lives for dolphins. In this...

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Interview with Osprey Orielle Lake, Executive Director of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network

Climate Change with Scott Amyx - March 18, 2024 05:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratings
Osprey Orielle Lake, Executive Director of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), released her new book The Story is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis. The dominant cultural worldview is based upon extraction and exploitation practices th...

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Got Climate/Ocean Anxiety? Try Talking About the Climate/Oceans. Here is how I talk about Climate/Ocean Conservation.

How To Protect The Ocean - March 15, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin shares his tips and experiences on effectively communicating about ocean conservation and climate change. He emphasizes the importance of communication in addressing climate anxiety and highlights his strategy for engaging listeners in conversations about ocean conservation.  Tune...

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Bridging Gaps: How FINstitute Connects Students and Conservation Projects

How To Protect The Ocean - March 13, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin interviews Aliah Banshik and Luca Hoffecker, founders of FINstitute, a student organization at James Cook University in Australia. Aliah and Luca, both master's students in marine science and conservation, share their inspiration for creating FINstitute and how it supports students ...

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Revisiting: Investigating in Alberta

Terra Informa - March 11, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
This episode originally aired on January 21, 2019: This week we present a single interview, between Terra Informer Sofia Osborne and Sharon Riley, an investigative journalist covering energy and the environment in Alberta for The Narwhal, an independent online magazine that reports on t...

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Navigating the High Seas Treaty: A Year in Review

How To Protect The Ocean - March 11, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin is joined by Nichola Clark, director of the Ocean Governance Team, to discuss the progress made since the High Seas Treaty was agreed upon a year ago. They explore what still needs to be done to bring about ocean conservation beyond national boundaries.  Tune in to learn about the...

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Interview with Michael Azlen, CEO of Carbon Cap Management

Climate Change with Scott Amyx - March 11, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratings
Carbon Cap Management is an alternative asset management firm operating in the global carbon and environmental markets. Their mission is to provide solutions directly related to the capping and reduction of carbon dioxide emissions.

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PNN-EJR w/Jeanine Molloff - Supreme Court Treason aka the Originalism Fraud...

Progressive News Network - March 10, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 1 rating
     This week I will discuss the treachery of conservatives on the Supreme Court. Apparently, section 3 of the 14th Amendment doesn't apply to presidents who commit insurrection. But, that's not the end of this mockery as the Trump claim of "absolute immunity'" for presidents comes next. Both c...

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Dr Matt Landos on how pollution is destroying our oceans & waterways

Ocean Protect Podcast - March 10, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Season 6 of the Ocean Protect Podcast kicks off with a fascinating chat with Dr @Matt Landos, Director at Future Fisheries Veterinary Service. In this chat, Matt discusses the chemical cocktail in our waterways and water resources and where it’s coming from - and what we need to do to save our o...

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IMPACT Podcast - Gerald J Leonard

IMPACT Podcast - March 08, 2024 18:58 - 49 minutes
Prepare to be enlightened by Gerald J. Leonard, a distinguished authority in productivity intelligence and a luminary in the intersection of music, workplace culture, and neuroscience. As an accomplished international keynote speaker and a change catalyst in organizational culture, Gerald's insi...

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Navigating Climate Anxiety: Tips for Coping and Taking Action

How To Protect The Ocean - March 08, 2024 05:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin addresses the growing issue of climate anxiety and offers three research-based strategies to help cope with these feelings of powerlessness. Listeners are encouraged to take action and make a difference for the ocean despite the challenges posed by climate change. Link to article:...

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Hollywood's Influence: Changing the Climate Narrative

How To Protect The Ocean - March 06, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin dives into the world of Hollywood's influence on climate change storytelling with guest Anna Jane Joyner, founder of Good Energy. They explore how Hollywood screenwriters are shaping narratives to raise awareness about climate change and the importance of integrating these stories i...

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Revisiting: Ghost Orchid Hunters!

Terra Informa - March 04, 2024 14:10 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
In this week's archive episode (which originally aired on April 19, 2021), we take you on an auditory journey into the swamp, where we do a little science communication about the Ghost Orchid. We were inspired by the short documentary, Chasing Ghosts, and dig into the flower, film, and ...

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Unveiling the Secret Lives of Humpback Whales: A Groundbreaking Discovery

How To Protect The Ocean - March 04, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 180 ratings
Andrew Lewin discusses the recent discovery of photographs capturing humpback whales engaging in copulation. The episode features Stephanie Stack from the Pacific Whale Foundation and Griffith University to delve into the surprising details of this behavior. Discover the untold story behind hump...

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Interview with Dr. Ethan Cohen-Cole, CEO of Capture6

Climate Change with Scott Amyx - March 04, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 37 ratings
Capture6 is a technology that removes CO₂ from the atmosphere while producing additional freshwater for local communities.