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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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Canada is having a moment: our reputation and soft power are growing. In the face of unexpected tariffs, a deepening housing crisis, and skyrocketing cost of living, Canadians are asking who we really are, what we want to stand for…and what lies ahea... more

Climate change can feel frightening and uncertain - so much so, in fact, that sometimes hope can feel like an act of denial. But hope isn’t denial: it’s a recognition that we still have choices.

In our new Cities 1.5 limited miniseries, Oh, Canada: ... more

What if there are reasons to hope for a more resilient climate future in your own backyard - right here in Canada? Well, that’s exactly the question we’re asking in our new miniseries, Oh, Canada: Solutions for the Climate Crisis. 

At Cities 1.5, we... more

When the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, local leaders found themselves thrust onto the frontlines of both military defense and environmental catastrophe.  Coupled with untold amounts of human suffering, the war has inf... more

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Recent Guests

Avi Lewis
Leader? a prominent climate filmmaker and activist
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Amber Bennett
Executive Director of Re.Climate
Re.Climate
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Steven Guilbeault
Canada's former Minister of the Environment
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Ian Mauro
Executive Director of the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions
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Gabrielle Blatz
Otipemisiwak Métis Government's Provincial Secretary of Women, Gender Equity and Inclusion
Otipemisiwak Métis Government
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Richard Ireland
Mayor of Jasper, Alberta
City of Jasper
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Ben Hendrickson
Mayor of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
City of Yellowknife
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Dorothy McCabe
Mayor of Waterloo, Ontario
City of Waterloo
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Merlin Blackwell
Mayor of Clearwater, British Columbia
City of Clearwater
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Hosts

David Miller
Host of the series; Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy; leads conversations on policy and urban climate action.
Jim Lee
Host/announcer for season wrap-up; provides finale framing and sign-off.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 47 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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Guests bring diverse, on-the-ground insights from mayors to researchers.
The show bridges policy, design, and community perspectives in urban climate action.
Episodes make complex topics accessible without sacrificing depth.
The host delivers clear, actionable climate storytelling with strong city-level focus.

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Creating ecosystems of climate truth: How can cities defend information integrity?
Q: What practical steps can cities take to defend truth in climate information?
Key steps include building an ecosystem of truth through governance, engaging diverse messengers, improving media literacy, and sustaining engagement beyond crisis moments to embed truthful climate narratives in everyday life.
Creating ecosystems of climate truth: How can cities defend information integrity?
Q: How does the information ecosystem differ between Brazil and the Global North, and what can be learned from Brazil's approach?
She notes that while both regions face disinformation, Brazil has accelerated the problem due to high social media connectivity and political dynamics, but also leads with proactive initiatives like official COP agenda integration and regional cooperation networks.
Creating ecosystems of climate truth: How can cities defend information integrity?
Q: What motivated the creation of OE and the focus on integrity information in climate governance?
Thais explains that a systemic supply chain of lies undermines climate action and that integrity information, by ensuring data and content are accurate across their life cycle, is essential for credible policy and public trust.
The Cloud vs the Climate? Lessons from Ireland on the data centre debate
Q: What should city leaders do to avoid locking in fossil fuel infrastructure while embracing digital infrastructure and AI?
Integrate data centers into the climate planning framework, require 24/7 clean energy, avoid promises of future net-zero that depend on unproven tech, and push for robust decarbonisation pathways now.
The Cloud vs the Climate? Lessons from Ireland on the data centre debate
Q: What is your response to the argument that data centers are critical for AI and economic growth, especially for small countries or cities aiming to be AI hubs?
She acknowledges the economic rationale but argues we must prioritize climate goals first, question reliance on fossil fuels, and explore regulation to ensure data centers grow with clean energy rather than fossil fuels.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cities 1.5

What is Cities 1.5 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on urban climate policy led by mayors, policymakers, researchers, and activation-focused advocates. Across episodes, the conversations cover decarbonization in cities, governance strategies for just energy transitions, and the politics of data centers, transport, and information integrity. Hosts foreground practical action, community voices, and city-level experimentation—highlighting leadership from diverse global cities, the role of truth-telling in climate discourse, and the ways local action scales to regional and international impact. A notable thread is the emphasis on equity, co-creation with residents, and the use of storytelling to mobilize public support for ambitious climate programs. Overall, listeners can expe... more

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