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Boiling Point

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Climate Change
California
Clean Energy
Wildfires
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Plastic Pollution
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Environmental Legislation
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Climate change is battering California. Can the state find a way forward? Listen every Thursday as award-winning L.A. Times columnist Sammy Roth dives deep with scientists, energy leaders, legislators, activists and journalists who are experts on today's climate challenges and solutions. They’ll discuss everything from electric cars to renewable energy to the difficulties of phasing out fossil fue... more

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Sammy Roth talks with Los Angeles Times environment reporter Hayley Smith about the Trump administration’s regulatory rollbacks, the misinformation driving them, and what they mean for the future of climate action.Project 2025 Tracker:

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Sammy Roth talks with Matt Freedman, staff attorney at the Utility Reform Network, about what California lawmakers are doing to rein in soaring electricity costs, and why it’s crucial for the state’s climate goals.

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Rabbi Jennie Rosenn started Dayenu to provide a much-needed space for the Jewish community to discuss and address climate change. Now, amid the Trump administration’s hostility to environmental regulations and climate solutions, Dayenu is bringing a ... more

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This week we’re sharing an episode of another L.A. Times Studios podcast, Rebuilding Los Angeles. Hosted by Kate Cagle, this episode discusses post-fires Los Angeles and what our city can do to live smarter in the face of climate-fueled fires.

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Recent Guests

Matt Freedman
Staff attorney at the Utility Reform Network
Utility Reform Network
Episode: Electric Bills Are Too High. Here's What California Is Doing About It
Rabbi Jennie Rosenn
Founder and CEO of Dayenu, a Jewish climate advocacy group
Dayenu
Episode: Putting the Chutzpah Into Climate Action
Kristen Swarovski
Registered nurse and Altadena resident whose home was lost in the fires
Episode: Boiling Point introduces: Rebuilding L.A.
Alex Hall
Director of the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability at UCLA and climate researcher
UCLA
Episode: Boiling Point introduces: Rebuilding L.A.
Patt Morrison
Fellow columnist at the Los Angeles Times and host of the upcoming smog podcast series
Los Angeles Times
Episode: A New Look at L.A.’s War on Smog
Hannah Einbinder
Star of HBO series 'Hacks' and outspoken climate activist
HBO
Episode: Taking a Hack at Climate Change
Jonathan P. Thompson
Veteran environmental journalist and author
High Country News
Episode: The Colorado Plateau at a Crossroads
JB Hamby
Chair of the Colorado River Board of California
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Episode: The Future of the Colorado River
Shannon Eddy
Executive director of the Large Scale Solar Association
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Episode: Abundance, Part 2: What’s Slowing Down Solar?

Host

Sammy Roth
Award-winning climate columnist and host, focusing on climate challenges and solutions in California and the American West.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Great content, questionable ad choices?

    Love the content and journalism but was legitimately shocked when there was a Southern California Edison ad about their “fire preparedness” in the first five minutes of the latest episode? I thought Sammy was playing this to critique it but no…it was just an ad. A super greenwashed ad. Lost some respect.

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    Ewilli343
    United Statesa month ago
  • Outstanding Podcast

    I recently started listening to this show and I love it. It is so informative and entertaining. I would like to hear an interview with someone who has an opposing viewpoint who could discuss how compromises can be made and what may prevent that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ravage Ryan
    United States2 months ago
  • Incomplete

    This is a very informative podcast and I appreciate it being available. However it seems like every time climate change is addressed a huge contributor is always ignored. Animal agriculture is a huge contributor to greenhouse gases, water use, land use, deforestation, monocrops and so on.

    It is also something that people individually can significantly and easily make a positive impact on. Pleas, please include a discussion on animal agriculture in a future episode

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    5
    Sad-faced
    United States3 months ago
  • Evan George

    Boiling Point is one of the essential features of the Los Angeles Times. Sammy Roth manages to balance his expertise in the field with a sense of curiosity that leads to dogged reporting on THE issue of our day. But what’s special is the moral conscience he brings to the climate crisis as a columnist. Looking forward to seeing how Boiling Point translates into audio interviews and keeps the West Coast front and center in the clean energy transition.

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    egeorge1234
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you!

    I’m so grateful for this coverage. I’ve appreciated the Boiling Point newsletter for years and it’s been incredibly helpful for my work in teaching sustainability and here now as an urban planner. Excellent, thoughtful discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
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    ShanaMMB
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Feedback suggests a desire for more diverse topics within the climate discourse, such as the role of animal agriculture in emissions.
Listeners appreciate the informative and nuanced discussions surrounding climate change and its complexities.
Many find the podcast essential for understanding the climate crisis and appreciate its focus on California.
The host is praised for effectively balancing expertise with curiosity, contributing to engaging content.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Putting the Chutzpah Into Climate Action
Q: What do you find most painful about facing the climate crisis?
Rabbi Rosenn discussed the emotional responses like sadness and anxiety regarding the future of generations, as well as the importance of providing spaces to confront these feelings.
Putting the Chutzpah Into Climate Action
Q: How did the pandemic affect Dayenu's launch?
Rabbi Rosenn explained that they didn't wait for the pandemic to end and actually launched around a just green recovery, which allowed them to grow through online organizing.
Electric Bills Are Too High. Here's What California Is Doing About It
Q: What recommendations do you have for the legislature going forward?
The legislature needs to focus on alternative financing for utility infrastructure and increased scrutiny over utility rate requests that exceed inflation.
Electric Bills Are Too High. Here's What California Is Doing About It
Q: What were your overall thoughts on the bills geared towards energy affordability?
The results are a decent start, but many initiatives seek further improvements.
Electric Bills Are Too High. Here's What California Is Doing About It
Q: Did anything happen that people are actually going to notice? Are electric bills going to be any lower?
It's a mixed bag; significant wins for affordability exist, but there's still an unfinished agenda.

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The content centers around the urgent climate challenges faced by California, highlighting various topics including renewable energy, fossil fuel dependency, and innovative solutions to combat climate change. Each episode features engaging discussions with experts from diverse fields such as science, energy policy, journalism, and activism, providing a multifaceted view of how California can navigate its climate crisis. The podcast aims to not only inform but also inspire listeners to think critically about the environmental issues affecting their lives and the possible paths toward a more sustainable future. The host's experience as an award-winning journalist brings a credible and engaging perspective to these critical conversations.

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2. Rabbi Jennie Rosenn
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5. Patt Morrison
6. Hannah Einbinder
7. Jonathan P. Thompson
8. JB Hamby

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