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Give up your climate guilt. Sharpen your curiosity. Join Dr. Leah Stokes and Dr. Katharine Wilkinson as they tell stories about the powerful forces behind climate change — and the tools we have to fix it. This show makes sense of big climate questions and critical topics. Our episodes are filled with stories of bold climate leadership, groundbreaking campaigns, and people doing their best to be pa... more

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”In the midst of a lot of big, bad things happening, there's one big good thing happening on planet Earth right now.”

Today on A Matter of Degrees, we’re bringing back the podcast’s very first guest — legendary activist and author Bill McKibben. Bil... more

Donald Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” took a sledgehammer to U.S. climate policy, including tax credits for clean cars and appliances. These incentives were helping people cut pollution, lower their energy bills, and make their homes ... more

Thousands of people lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. Now, they’re looking to their insurance companies to help them rebuild. But as the world warms, disasters like these are becoming more frequent and more severe, exposing an insurance ... more

This week we are sharing a special bonus episode from Boiling Point, a new podcast produced by the LA Times and hosted by climate columnist Sammy Roth. This new audio series explores how climate change is impacting California and the American West.

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Recent Guests

Bill McKibben
The original climate activist and author
Founder of 350.org
Episode: The Sun Is Having Its Day
Ingrid Malmgren
Senior Policy Director for Plug In America
Plug In America
Episode: Cash In On Clean Tech Incentives (Before It's Too Late)
Saul Griffith
Energy climate entrepreneur and founder of Rewiring America
Episode: Cash In On Clean Tech Incentives (Before It's Too Late)
Sarah Gracia
Senior Associate at the Solar Help Desk for Solar United Neighbors
Solar United Neighbors
Episode: Cash In On Clean Tech Incentives (Before It's Too Late)
Dave Jones
Former Insurance Commissioner of California and Director of the Climate Risk Initiative at UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley's Center for Law, Energy & the Environment
Episode: The Climate Crisis Is Breaking Insurance
Kelly Sanders
Professor of civil and environmental engineering at USC and former White House advisor on clean energy policy
University of Southern California
Episode: Presenting: L.A. Wildfires: Rebuilding for a Hotter, Drier Future
Greg Dalton
Founder and co-host of Climate One
Climate One
Episode: Leah Stokes: 2024 Schneider Award Winner
Rebecca Solnit
Writer, historian, and activist
Episode: Leah Stokes: 2024 Schneider Award Winner
Dr. Eric Masanet
World leading expert on industrial decarbonization
UC Santa Barbara
Episode: Cleaning Up Industry

Hosts

Dr. Leah Stokes
Co-host who examines climate issues through policy and community engagement.
Dr. Katharine Wilkinson
Co-host focused on climate communication and community mobilization.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 850 ratings
  • The Climate Crisis is Breaking Inssurance

    I generally really like this show, and greatly respect the hosts, but I have to push back on the tack taken here, led by the guest Dave Jones, that the big sinners in the California insurance crisis are oil companies. I am NO FAN of oil and gas. But let’s widen the frame a little. What about car companies that have fought improved mileage standards and electrification tooth and nail, the highway building industry and its associated unions which actively block progress on transit and other altern... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    George Spies, Oakland CA
    United States5 months ago
  • The Questions We Ask Matter

    I’ve listened to a few episodes before which were all good but just heard the episode with Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and it was phenomenal. It was the perfect mix of pragmatic, thoughtful, and hopeful. Exactly what I needed amidst all this tumult.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    knows all
    United States7 months ago
  • Anxiety buster

    I always feel less anxious, more informed, more hopeful and less alone when I listen to this podcast. I wish everyone would listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mundane Magic
    United States8 months ago
  • Please ask follow up questions!

    Listening to an ep from November where a guest claims that their friends were democrats until Covid when they lost their businesses and now are trump supporters because they were dissatisfied with status quo. This makes no sense because trump was president the first year of Covid (aka the status quo) so why would they become trump supporters. Concerned the first thing out of your guests mouth is factually incorrect/ logically impossible and there is no follow up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cestmoichien
    United States8 months ago
  • Leah Stokes abandoned us :(

    The show is pretty good, would like to give a higher rating. But Dr. Leah Stokes is based in CA and when the CPUC attacked the climate benefits of rooftop solar, Stoked stayed silent. Her platform and mission required action but she abandoned us.

    Do a show on the overall costs AND benefits of rooftop solar especially in CA please.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dbell1138zzz
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the informed and hopeful discussions about climate change solutions.
There are mixed reviews regarding some content accuracy, with critiques occasionally surfacing for not addressing all viewpoints.
The hosts are recognized for their engaging presentation and deep expertise, inspiring action and engagement.
Overall, the show offers a sense of community and a commitment to actionable change, resonating with its audience's aspirations for positive climate action.

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The Sun Is Having Its Day
Q: Can you talk about what you think some of the impacts are going to be of these expiring credits?
The expiring credits are likely to rush people into action for solar installations before the end of the year, but it also creates the need for advocacy at the state and local level to sustain the solar industry.
Cash In On Clean Tech Incentives (Before It's Too Late)
Q: What are the primary challenges to bringing heat pumps into homes across America?
High pricing and a lack of accessible financing options are significant barriers, along with complicated permitting processes.
Cash In On Clean Tech Incentives (Before It's Too Late)
Q: How can listeners get these credits before they expire on September 30th?
Listeners should check income eligibility, verify model qualifications for the credit, and ensure dealers are registered to provide the credit.
Presenting: L.A. Wildfires: Rebuilding for a Hotter, Drier Future
Q: Does it make sense to keep building homes in fire-prone areas?
We must consider building practices that adapt to the risks of climate change and wildfires while addressing housing shortages.
Presenting: L.A. Wildfires: Rebuilding for a Hotter, Drier Future
Q: If we want to get out of this horrifying cycle, we do need to deal with climate change, right?
Yes, we need to think about wildfire mitigation and also how to reduce emissions as fast as possible.

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What is A Matter of Degrees about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on the multifaceted aspects of climate change, exploring societal impacts, environmental policies, and innovative solutions to pressing climate issues. The hosts, both deeply knowledgeable in climate science and advocacy, engage with a variety of experts to cover topics such as the relationship between climate crises and industries like insurance, clean energy transitions, and community resilience. Episodes often include discussions on current policy developments, grassroots movements, and the emotional aspects of climate activism, providing listeners not only with facts but also a sense of hope and agency in the face of challenges. Unique elements include a strong emphasis on action-oriented strategies and the communal... more

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8. Rebecca Solnit

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