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A Climate Change with Matt Matern is a weekly environmental radio show and podcast featuring influential guests from government, business, activism, academia, and culture. The show serves to inform its audience about environmental issues, while inspiring listeners to take action and create a coalition to save the planet.
Join astrophysicist & bestselling author Dr. Joshua Spodek on A Climate Change as he unveils the Spodek Method—sustainable living that frees you from ‘doof’ and inspires change.
Renowned environmentalist Bill McKibben discusses renewable energy and climate action on solar power’s surge, China’s clean tech, emission hurdles, and his new ‘Sunday’ solar plan.
Terry Tamminen of AltaSea shares urgent ocean solutions—wave energy, regenerative aquaculture, CO₂ removal—on “A Climate Change,” urging collective action for sustainability.
Captain Paul Watson joins host Matt Mattern to discuss his fight against illegal whaling in Japan and Iceland, his arrest, grassroots activism, and urgent need for immediate global marine conservation.
Tackle climate change with Kristina Dahl of Climate Central! Explore sea level rise, extreme heat, policy, & communication. Tune in for solutions & action! Don’t miss out.
Matt Matern and Paul Ehrlich discuss overpopulation, food security, and systemic change, urging sustainable practices, women’s rights, and ethical climate migration.
Matt Matern and Dr. Katharine Hayhoe discuss faith, climate action, systemic change, and how science and beliefs unite to fight climate change. Tune in for an insightful talk!
Energy is changing in more ways than one! In this throwback, Andy Marsh, CEO of Plug Power ($12B), shares hydrogen breakthroughs for commercial vehicles and what’s next.
Michael Svoboda highlights climate-themed books for the holidays—covering data, species, storms, policy, food, and art—to inspire conversation and positive change.
Matt Matern chats with Garrett Nilsen, Deputy Director of the Solar Energy Technologies Office at the DOE, about the transformative advancements shaping the future of solar energy in the U.S. From groundbreaking innovations to the workforce powering this transition.
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.
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!
Dr. Davide Faranda joins Matt to discuss climate attribution science, linking fossil fuels to extreme weather, AI’s role in analyzing data, and holding polluters accountable. They explore Arctic warming, adaptation challenges, and the urgent need for renewable energy.
Nathaniel Stinnett, founder of the Environmental Voter Project, shares how mobilizing climate-focused voters can push politicians to prioritize climate policy urgently.
Matt Matern & Senator Ben Allen discuss 2024’s climate stakes, contrasting candidate agendas, California’s climate leadership, fossil fuel influence on GOP, swing state turnout, and misinformation’s impact.
Republican Mayor Rex Parris discusses Lancaster’s hydrogen energy push, drawing on Japan’s expertise. Matt and Rex highlight the urgent need for climate action, hindered by fossil fuel interests. While Lancaster has made progress, the global response remains too slow despite available solutions.
Matt Matern interviews Shara Mohtadi, co-founder of S2 Strategies and former White House Senior Advisor. Shara shares how witnessing humanitarian crises led her to clean energy policy, discussing how states can leverage the Inflation Reduction Act.
Paul Bledsoe warns of Trump’s radical “Project 2025,” which aims to dismantle key environmental protections. He contrasts this with Kamala Harris’s centrist, clean energy approach and stresses the importance of voter turnout to safeguard the climate and global stability.
Paul Bledsoe warns of Trump’s radical “Project 2025,” which aims to dismantle key environmental protections. He contrasts this with Kamala Harris’s centrist, clean energy approach and stresses the importance of voter turnout to safeguard the climate and global stability.
Dr. Susan Solomon discusses climate change solutions with Matt Matern, emphasizing renewables, grid modernization, and net zero by 2050. She highlights the importance of international cooperation and individual actions, remaining optimistic about a sustainable future.
Staci Roberts-Steele discusses her climate activism through films like “Don’t Look Up,” and her work at Yellow Dot Studios. She highlights the power of media in raising climate awareness and pushing for urgent action.
Aru Shiney-Ajay of the Sunrise Movement highlights their climate advocacy work. They support renewable energy, push for the Green New Deal, and emphasize federal action. Key priorities: green housing, transportation overhaul, and ending fossil fuel subsidies.
Walter Lamb and Bruce Robertson speak about preserving LA’s Ballona Wetlands. Walter emphasizes community stewardship, while Bruce shares his documentary work.
Matt speaks with David Doniger from NRDC discusses the impact of the Clean Air Act and the Supreme Court’s decision limiting EPA authority. David emphasizes state and federal action, citing California’s leadership and the Inflation Reduction Act. Advocacy and accountability are crucial.