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Cities 1.5 is a podcast featuring progressive policy conversations with urban leaders taking action to limit global heating to 1.5 degrees. Hosted by David Miller and developed by University of Toronto Press, this podcast serves as a platform to discuss the most pressing policy and underlying economic issues facing cities in their effort to lead on transformational climate action. The podcast is a... more

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In this episode of Cities 1.5, we bring you another "Tale of Two Cities" - but this time, David sits down with two pioneering mayors from opposite ends of the globe. Despite their vastly different histories, both Athens are Melbourne are inspiring an... more

What links the Paris Agreement, Barbie and Arnold Schwarzenegger? The answer is this week’s guest on Cities 1.5!

As a key architect of the Paris Agreement, Catherine McKenna - Canada’s former Minister for Climate Change and the Environment - reflect... more

In a world where climate emergencies are being declared daily, why do so many of our city streets and public transport networks have misleading ads for the very industries driving the crisis?

Our conversation with two C40 experts reveals how the fos... more

Hot Take: the climate crisis isn’t some abstract data point or a dry policy debate, it’s a deeply human story of survival. Right now, a whole generation is growing up inside the emergency, doing the heavy lifting to fix a mess they didn't create. We’... more

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Recent Guests

Charlie Worthington
Project Officer for High Carbon Advertising Bans at C40.
C40 Cities
Episode: Whose Streets? Our Streets: Curbing Fossil Fuel Industry Disinformation
Mariana Batista
Manager for the Public Transport Network at C40.
C40 Cities
Episode: Whose Streets? Our Streets: Curbing Fossil Fuel Industry Disinformation
Juliet Oluoch
Youth climate activist and research fellow from Kenya
Episode: HOT TAKE: The Kids are alright - Youth take the Mic in Rio
Lindsey Gulden
Principal Data Scientist at Leg Up Data and former ExxonMobil employee
Leg Up Data
Episode: Tales from the Belly of the Beast: An ExxonMobil Whistleblower’s Story
Keith Wilson
Mayor of Portland, former transportation business owner with focus on climate action
City of Portland
Episode: Mayoral Deep Dive: US cities as climate first responders
Kirk Watson
Mayor of Austin, advocate for children's future and climate initiatives
City of Austin
Episode: Mayoral Deep Dive: US cities as climate first responders
Dr. Nishipi Moya
Mayor of Schwanni, South Africa
Episode: TRAILER: Cities Won't Wait
Kate Rayworth
Economist and co-founder of the Donut Economics Action Lab
Episode: TRAILER: Cities Won't Wait
Nick Rees
Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Australia
Episode: TRAILER: Cities Won't Wait

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David Miller
Host and Editor-in-Chief, focusing on climate policy and urban leadership.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • More of that! Ppl have to know stuff and get into Action!!

    Hope, you can do more good episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shimmon84
    Germany2 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Really interesting podcast about climate and cities. Can recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sqwirral
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great Show!

    Worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RottenAppleRanch
    United States2 years ago
  • Important topic and excellent podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    StianIM
    2 years ago
  • danni

    so good to hear useful infos like this - keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dannilovefox
    Germany2 years ago

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The podcast is praised for engaging conversations with knowledgeable guests, adding depth and credibility to the discussions.
Many express enthusiasm about the informative value of episodes, especially regarding practical actions that cities take to address climate change.
Listeners appreciate the accessible and informative discussions about climate policy and urban issues, often highlighting how the content simplifies complex topics for wider understanding.

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Lead like a girl - In conversation with Catherine McKenna
Q: How did Canada navigate the economic and political challenges of implementing carbon pricing across provinces?
Canada used a backstop approach to ensure provinces adopt policy, but political changes and provincial resistance made maintaining momentum difficult; strong national commitment and clear economic signaling are essential.
Lead like a girl - In conversation with Catherine McKenna
Q: What is your assessment of the current trajectory toward the Paris Agreement goals given recent political headwinds?
The Paris Agreement remains foundational, but progress requires ongoing leadership and action from both national governments and subnational coalitions; consensus is not unanimity, and breakthroughs by some can help others catch up.
Whose Streets? Our Streets: Curbing Fossil Fuel Industry Disinformation
Q: What is the policy case for restricting fossil fuel advertising?
There are parallels to tobacco advertising restrictions based on public health grounds.
Whose Streets? Our Streets: Curbing Fossil Fuel Industry Disinformation
Q: Is that what they're trying to do to facilitate the continued exploitation of fossil fuels?
Yes, the marketing machine aims to shape narratives around fossil fuel products.
Whose Streets? Our Streets: Curbing Fossil Fuel Industry Disinformation
Q: Could you just introduce yourself and tell us about your work at C40?
I support cities to reduce fossil fuel use and tackle the influence of the fossil fuel industry.

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Conversations center around how urban leaders can address pressing climate issues and achieve meaningful change with innovative, actionable solutions. The discussions often highlight the transformative role that local governments and city policies can play in tackling climate change, featuring insights from a variety of influential figures including mayors, economists, and policy experts. Unique to this content is the strong focus on collaboration and grassroots movements that enable cities to lead in the fight against climate breakdown while ensuring equitable outcomes for their communities.

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8. Kate Rayworth

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