255: Storing Carbon in the Ocean, with Garrett Boudinot
Matt speaks with Dr. Garrett Boudinot, CEO of Vycarb, about transforming industrial CO₂ into permanently stored bicarbonate using water. They explore scalable carbon capture, real-time verification, and how the technology could help decarbonize heavy industry.
236: The Man Who Put Carbon Back Underground, with Peter Reinhardt
Matt speaks with Peter Reinhardt of Charm Industrial on scaling carbon removal by turning wildfire wood into underground bio-oil storage, costs, policy barriers, and climate tech’s future.
198: How a Plane Crash Sparked a Climate Solution Revolution with Dr. Deborah Brosnan
What happens when the ocean reaches its breaking point? Dr. Deborah Brosnan explores nature-based coastal defenses—reefs, mangroves, dunes—sharing Caribbean success stories and urgent calls to action.
197: What It Will Take to Heal the Ocean with Tracy Quinn
Tracy Quinn takes us on a deep dive into the lesser-known challenges that our sea life faces today, what’s causing it and why the detoxification of our oceans should be priority number one.
184: The Hidden Climate Solution in Construction with Madison Savilow
Carbon Upcycling’s Madison Savilow joins us for a deep dive into the world of carbon capturing, its role in environmental conservation, and why the search for alternative materials in construction is critical today.
166: Beyond Recycling: Auden Schendler on Systemic Climate Solutions
Matt Matern speaks with Auden Schendler, SVP at Aspen One, about tackling climate change. They discuss systemic reforms, the Inflation Reduction Act, state initiatives, and how citizens can reshape policy to fight climate complicity.
165: Decarbonizing the Grid with Rob Gramlich
Matt Matern interviews Rob Gramlich, energy policy expert and Grid Strategies founder. Topics include grid expansion, renewables, tech impacts, battery storage, hydrogen, and corporate energy policy—plus global energy insights. Don’t miss it!
146: Captain Paul Watson’s War on Illegal Whaling: A Hero’s Journey
Matt speaks with Captain Paul Watson, the star of Whale Wars, a founder of Sea Shepherd and Greenpeace, to discuss his dedicated efforts against illegal whaling and fishing.
136: Senator Ben Allen Advocates SB54 for Recycling, Carbon Tax, Solar
Matt and Senator Ben Allen discuss SB54, a key California bill targeting plastic pollution through recycling mandates. He emphasizes collaboration among environmental groups, local governments, and industry for extended producer responsibility.
131: Sara Barth, Executive Director & Laura McClendon, Director of Land Conservation – Sempervirens Fund
Matt speaks with Sarah Barth and Laura McClendon from Sempervirens, an organization dedicated to protecting redwood forests in California. They discuss the Redwoods' role in sequestering carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change mitigation.
114: Jad Daley and the Trillion Trees Initiative: Forests Fighting Climate Change
Matt Matern & Jad Daley speak about the Trillion Trees initiative and urban tree equity, emphasizing forests' role in reducing carbon and cooling cities, urging increased conservation efforts.
113: Kevin Chin on VivoPower’s Net Zero Fleet Solutions
Matt Matern speaks with Kevin Chin, CEO of VivoPower, about converting utility vehicles to electric for net zero targets. VivoPower, a B Corp, offers solar, battery, and microgrid solutions. Conversions reduce costs and extend lifespan. Kevin emphasizes sustainability and profitability for achieving net zero by 2050.
