223: How Dr. James Danoff-Burg Helped Stop Poachers Without Guns
Matt speaks with Dr. James Danoff-Burg of The Living Desert about community-centered conservation in South Africa, highlighting the Black Mambas - an unarmed, all-female anti-poaching unit reducing rhino poaching.
222: Making Sustainability Make Sense with Cecilia Rios
Matt Matern speaks with Cecilia Rios, co-host of Sustainability Defined, about her path into climate work, sustainability podcasting, business and culture, and how consumers and policy together can drive more sustainable, equitable change.
213: James Beard’s Winner, Andrew Zimmern’s Playbook to Sustainable Seafood Solutions
Only 0.001% of Earth’s seafloor has been explored! Emmy-winning chef Andrew Zimmern joins A Climate Change to discuss ocean resilience, sustainable seafood, and why there’s still hope for our blue planet.
211: Making Urban Justice Come to Life with Dr. Sheila R. Foster
Matt speaks with Dr. Sheila R. Foster, a leading expert on urban justice and environmental law, about how cities can design fairer, more sustainable systems that protect both people and the planet.
209: Alexia Kelly Exposes the Dirty Secrets of Carbon Credits
Discover how Alexia Kelly, ex-Netflix sustainability leader and now at High Tide Foundation, unpacks carbon credits, greenhouse gas accounting, and climate finance to show how corporate sustainability drives real environmental impact.
208: The Hidden Secrets Behind Profit-Driven Climate Action with Joel Makower
Joel Makower unpacks how smart business fuels climate action. From $16T green initiatives to Pentagon-inspired strategies, he shows why walkable cities, regenerative farming & sustainability are key to U.S. resilience.
201: Embedding Sustainability in Education with Patricia Lee
Patricia Lee highlights Griffith University's global sustainability ranking, innovative educational practices, indigenous integration, community initiatives, and ambitious climate action goals.
148: Katrick Technologies and Karthik Velayutham’s Oscillating Turbine Revolution
Karthik Velayutham discusses Katrick Technologies' oscillating wind turbines, a sustainable innovation transforming renewable energy in complex environments.
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.
144: “Eating Our Way to Extinction,” with Gerard Bisshop and Mark Galvin: Urgent Action Needed on Animal Agriculture
Matt, Gerard Bisshop & Mark Galvin discuss "Eating Our Way to Extinction," stressing urgent action to address animal agriculture's impact on deforestation, climate change. They advocate plant-based diets & activism for change.
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.
133: Saxon Metzger, Solar Project Development Manager of NuLife Power Services
Join Matt with Saxon Metzger, Solar Project Development Manager of NuLife Power Services. He is passionate about solar sustainability on top of being a Professor of sustainable business.
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.
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.
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.
108: The High Stakes of Carbon Removal with Robert Höglund
Matt Matern and Robert Höglund discuss Sweden’s ambitious carbon reduction goals, focusing on consumption-based emissions and innovative carbon removal technologies. Robert highlights the role of policy and investment in achieving net-zero emissions.
107: Chad Frischmann on Regenerative Intelligence and Climate
Matt Matern talks with Chad Frischmann about shifting from fear-based to solutions-oriented climate action. Chad discusses Project Drawdown, Regenerative Intelligence, and the importance of existing technologies, refrigerant management, and integrating indigenous knowledge. Collaboration is key.
102: Sustainable Fashion with Alissa Baier-Lentz & Tricia Carey
Matt Matern chats with Tricia Carey (Renewcell) and Alissa Baier-Lentz (Kintra Fibers) discussing textile waste. They highlight the fashion industry's 10% pollution, Renewcell's textile recycling, and Kintra's compostable polymers, emphasizing recyclability and sustainability.
97: Sustainable Fashion Author & Editor Dana Thomas, British Vogue
Join Matt for a riveting conversation with Dana Thomas, author and European Sustainability Editor at British Vogue, about sustainability and the environmental impacts of the fashion industry.
85: Tony Salas on Shared-X and Boosting Smallholder Farmers’ Productivity
Matt Matern interviews Dr. Tony Salas, CEO of Shared-X. Dr. Salas discusses impact investing, regenerative agriculture, and supporting smallholder farmers. He calls for genuine ESG investments and collaboration to scale impact farming and combat climate change.
Dr. Lee Frelich discusses his journey in ecology, the impact of earthworms on Minnesota forests, and the feasibility of planting a trillion trees with Matt Matern. He emphasizes reducing CO2 emissions and improving forest management to combat climate change and preserve Minnesota's biomes.
83: Jordan Ramer on Revolutionizing EV Charging Infrastructure with EV Connect
Jordan Ramer, CEO of EV Connect, discusses improving EV charging infrastructure. He highlights the need for more stations, partnerships, and government incentives. Ramer envisions decentralized fueling and significant industry growth with an exceptional user experience.
82: Kate Williams Discusses 1% For The Planet’s Global Environmental Efforts
Matt Matern and Kate Williams, CEO of 1% For The Planet, discuss their mission for businesses to donate 1% of sales to environmental causes. With $435M certified in 20 years and 5,500 members, she highlights Patagonia’s purpose trust and the Planet Impact Fund for climate impact.
81: Kathleen Merrigan and Mauro Guillén on Sustainable Food Systems
Matt speaks with Kathleen Merrigan and Mauro Guillén. They discuss the importance of organic agriculture, behavioral changes, and the role of businesses in combating climate change. They stress the need for faster adaptation and clearer regulations.
