Peterson Toscano interviews Andrew Stuhl, associate professor of environmental studies and sciences at Bucknell University about the impact of 1972's Hurricane Agnes on the Susquehanna River Valley; and Lynn Neuman, dancer, choreographer, and director of the Artichoke Dance Company about her dancing and climate activism.
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Ep 52 Doug Parsons on Adaptation, Resilience, and Bouncing Forward
Climate change related work often comes down on one of two sides: 1. Mitigation to reduce or end human causes greenhouse pollution in order to slow down and lessen the impacts of global warming. 2. Adaptation of our communities and infrastructure in order to prepare for the impacts of climate change and respond to extreme weather and other consequences of climate change.
Ep 51 Art and Identity in a Time of Climate Change
Those of you who regularly listen to this podcast know that when addressing climate change, we believe in the power of art. Artists take on a unique role in helping the public better understand the many issues connected to climate change. They also play an important part in helping us process our strong emotions about our rapidly changing world.
Ep 50 Big Climate Problems Require Even Bigger Global Solutions
Think of this as a patchwork quilt. Instead of one long main segment, the Art House, and the Puzzler Question, we have sewed together five shorter segments from around the world that each stand alone. Together they tell a larger story.
Ep 49 Unleashing Our Imagination with Hannah Pickard, Dr. Natasha DeJarnett, and Sean Dague
“Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions.” -Albert Einstein.
Ep 48 Republicans Ready to Tackle Climate Change
For a long time climate advocates faced skepticism and resistance coming from Republican lawmakers. Not any more.
Ep 47 Eco-Grief in a Time of Coronavirus Mourning
How are the impacts of climate change similar to what we are experiencing with the Coronavirus global pandemic? Many climate advocates have long felt sadness, anger, and despair over the destructive effects of climate change and the slow response by elected officials to do anything about it. Suddenly with the Coronavirus Outbreak we are all thrust into yet another existential crisis and even more grief.
Ep 46 Coronavirus, Climate Adaptation, and a Resilient Tomorrow
The issue on most everyone’s mind right now is Coronavirus or Covid-19. We are witnessing a massive social and political transformation as we respond to the outbreak of the virus. Individuals have rapidly and radically changed their behaviors—from washing hands to self-isolating. Nations and local authorities are each taking their part to stop the spread of this disease. We see in real time how quickly and effectively we can adapt to a crisis.
Ep 45 How to Engage Young People in Your Climate Group--A Success Story
Concerned about climate change, Princeton University student, Jonathan Lu, and his friends became excited about a particular solution: Carbon Fee and Dividend.
Ep 44 The Extraordinary Marshall Saunders
On October 20th 2007, after having a revelation about the severity of climate change, Marshall Saunders launched Citizens Climate Lobby. He then inspired over one hundred thousand everyday citizens to appeal directly to members of congress. He helped empower them to offer a bold and straight forward solution to address climate change. Everyone who met Marshall, heard him speak, and worked beside him walked way with determination and a deeper belief in their own ability to change in the world.