139: Visions2030: Navigating Climate Solutions Through Lumisphere Experiences
Chris Hayes, and Elizabeth Thompson discuss Visions2030's Lumisphere experience, addressing climate anxiety and promoting positive climate action. The immersive project in geodesic domes targets 18-34-year-olds, encouraging imagination and envisioning positive futures.
135: Sally Uren, Chief Executive of Form for the Future
Dr. Sally Uren is Chief Executive of Forum for the Future. Sally leads the Forum's mission to create a just and regenerative future. She is laser focused when it comes to transforming how the world thinks about, produces, consumes, and values both food and energy.
132: Sean Willmore, Thin Green Line, & Candor Bourne, Friends of Bonobos
Listen in to a very unique show, with Candor Bourne, Director or Conservation Partnerships at Friends of Bonobos and Sean Willmore, Founder and Director The Thin Green Line Foundation.
130: Zach Frankel & Nick Halberg of Utah Rivers Council
Matt Matern speaks with Zachary Frankel and Nick Halberg from the Utah Rivers Council. The discussion covers the council's efforts to safeguard rivers from proposed dams, the significance of the Great Salt Lake ecosystem, water usage challenges, conservation initiatives, and the need to reconsider the valuation and usage of water.
126: Dr. Katharine Hayhoe Fights Climate Change as an Evangelical Christian
Fighting climate change as an evangelical Christian Dr. Hayhoe is an Atmospheric Scientist whose research focuses on understanding the impacts of climate change on people and the planet.
125: Justin J. Pearson, TN State Representative District 86
A Rising Star, State Representative Justin J. Pearson is a devoted to getting Climate Justice and Racial Justice for all Americans.
124: Elise Joshi, Executive Director Gen-Z for Change
Listen in as Matt speaks with passionate environmental youth activist Elise Joshi. Elise is a 21-year-old Climate Activist and Executive Director at Gen-Z for Change.
123: Dynamic Attorney Melissa Sims Takes On Big Oil
Listen to this riveting interview about Melissa Sims' literal mission from God to courageously and effectively confront the existential crisis that threatens us all: climate change.
122: Innovative Climate Solutions with Author Peter Fiekowsky
Peter Fiekowsky, author of "Climate Restoration," discusses removing a trillion tons of CO2 despite net zero by 2050. He highlights solutions like iron fertilization and methane oxidation, calling for political will and public support to leverage natural processes and current technology.
121: Sir Jonathon Porritt on Climate Change and Economic Transformation
Matt Matern and Sir Jonathon Porritt discuss his book "Hope in Hell," stressing urgent climate action and economic perspectives. He highlights the rapid climate change, media misinformation, and the need for solidarity among advocates.
118: Author & Environmentalist Jeff Goodell, Navigating the Heat Dome of 2023
Matt chats with author Jeff Goodell, a leading expert on climate change. Jeff’s latest book, The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death on a Scorched Planet, will be published by Little, Brown in July 2023.
Bonus Episode: Exclusive Interview with Mayor Rex Parris
Matt Matern's fascinating interview with Republican mayor and attorney Rex Parris, who has revolutionized the net zero energy city of Lancaster, California.
117: Chris Gloninger, Iowa Meteorologist Quits Over Climate Change
Matt speaks with Iowa meteorologist, Chris Gloninger, who quit his 18-year career after death threats over climate coverage.
116: David Fenton, Activist & Advisor to Anti-Bullshit Media Company Yellow Dot Studios
David is the senior advisor to Yellow Dot and oversees communications campaigns for the environment. He is also the author of The Activist’s Media Handbook. He has also helped create JStreet, Climate Nexus, the Death Penalty Information Center, and Families for a Future. David is now a full time climate activist.
111: Christine O’Donnell Discusses Podcasting and Environmentalism with Matt Matern
Matt Matern is interviewed by Christine O'Donnell about his environmental advocacy, sparked by a major pollution case and his 2020 run against Trump. They discuss daily eco-friendly actions, the need for strong policies, and urge listeners to support environmental efforts and stay informed.
110: Captain Paul Watson’s Battle to Save Endangered Marine Life
Matt Matern interviews Captain Paul Watson, founder of Sea Shepherd. Watson discusses his aggressive non-violent fight against illegal whaling and fishing, the crucial role of phytoplankton, and the urgent need to protect the ocean to combat climate change.
101: Fridays for Future: Darya Sotoodeh & Kat Maier on Climate Action
Matt Matern chats with Darya Sotoodeh and Kat Maier from Fridays for Future. They discuss Greta Thunberg’s movement, local activism, systemic change, and the war in Ukraine’s impact on energy policy. Listeners are urged to engage in local climate efforts.
48: Climate Solutions with Steve Valk & Jerry Hinkle of Citizens Climate Lobby
Matt Matern speaks Steve Valk and Jerry Hinkle from Citizens Climate Lobby (CCL). They discuss creating political will for climate solutions, the carbon fee and dividend policy, bipartisan successes, and the importance of a carbon border adjustment mechanism.
