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Artwork for Sustainability, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Politics, Activism, Biodiversity, Carbon Footprint, Wildlife, Regenerative

Sustainability, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Politics, Activism, Biodiversity, Carbon Footprint, Wildlife, Regenerative

Mia Funk
Climate Change
Plant Intelligence
Sustainability
Anishinaabe Law
Indigenous Knowledge
Cognition
Interdependence
Ecological Cognition
Happiness
Relationships
Trauma
Legal Frameworks
Mutualism
Decentralized Intelligence
Biodiversity
Collective Memory
Community
Harvard Study Of Adult Development
Cultural Contexts
Regenerative Agriculture

The story of our environment may well be the most important story this century. We focus on issues facing people and the planet. Leading environmentalists, organizations, activists, and conservationists discuss meaningful ways to create a better and more sustainable future.

Participants include EARTHDAY.ORG, Greenpeace, UNESCO World Heritage Centre, PETA, European Environment Agency, Peter Singer... more

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Artwork for Sustainability, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Politics, Activism, Biodiversity, Carbon Footprint, Wildlife, Regenerative

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Why does our economy treat environmental destruction as an inevitable side effect rather than a massive design flaw? How can shifting our focus from polarizing "talkers" to practical "builders" literally save the planet? We are repeatedly told that t... more

“In the book I spend a bunch of time basically teaching skills and teaching frameworks of thinking. Not to indoctrinate, it's not a framework like an ideology where you need to believe exactly these things. This is a lot more about how does one use t... more

Today, we hear from writers Yann Martel, Carl Safina and David George Haskell on the practice of listening to the living world. Tom Chi discusses the dangerous volatility of a one-degree shift. Clayton Aldern explores how climate change alters brain ... more

Step into the deep time of the forest floor, where a single fallen leaf contains the history of the world, and invisible fungal networks hum with ancient conversations. Biologist and acclaimed author David George Haskell reveals a staggering truth: w... more

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Recent Guests

Yann Martel
Writer and conservation advocate
Writer
Episode: Listening to the Living World: Ami Vitale, Yann Martel, Carl Safina, David George Haskell & Others on Climate Change & The Rights of Nature
Carl Safina
Conservationist and author
Safina Center
Episode: Listening to the Living World: Ami Vitale, Yann Martel, Carl Safina, David George Haskell & Others on Climate Change & The Rights of Nature
David George Haskell
Biologist and author
University/Author
Episode: Listening to the Living World: Ami Vitale, Yann Martel, Carl Safina, David George Haskell & Others on Climate Change & The Rights of Nature
Sadie De Beer
Sarah Lawrence College student studying creative writing and Spanish
Sarah Lawrence College
Episode: How Flowers Made Our World: DAVID GEORGE HASKELL on Deep Time, Plant Intelligence & Listening to the Living World
Cherien Dabis
Palestinian-American filmmaker and actress
Episode: The Environmental, Psychological, Emotional Impact of Occupation w/ Actress, Director CHERIEN DABIS
C. Thi Nguyen
Philosopher and author of The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game
Episode: The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game with C. THI NGUYEN - Highlights
AL Kennedy
Author, Activist, Stand-up Comedian
Author of Alive in the Merciful Country
Episode: Alive in the Merciful Country with Author, Activist, Stand-up Comedian AL KENNEDY - Highlights
Eliza Dizbro
Guest contributing editor
The Creative Process / One Planet Podcast
Episode: The Climate of Truth: Lockdown Rewilding & Environmental Resistance with Author AL KENNEDY
Loris Sadian
Musician known as Plumes, who plays for animals in sanctuaries and habitats
Episode: Animals & The Healing Power of Music with Musician PLUMES

Host

Mia Funk
Host and artist, educator and activist who engages diverse voices in discussions on environmental issues and sustainability.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 549 ratings
  • Compelling and Culturally Relevant

    Thoughtfully curated and full of interesting information, this podcast is incredibly insightful in its blend of science, storytelling, and activism. The Creative Process podcast on sustainability, politics, and more, expertly balances education and optimism, focusing on progress, innovative solutions, and the power of individual and collective action. The hosts are knowledgeable and passionate, and every episode is as thought-provoking as it is inspiring. So, whether you're an activist or a casu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S Pruitt
    United Statesa year ago
  • Educational

    The episodes here not only explore the physical concerns with the world but also change the spiritual and mental. It’s so important to understand where mentalities come from the significance of the heart and mind in developing and contributing to state of the world we now live in. I really appreciate the broad area of topics and perspectives this podcast offers and the focus on humanity. I highly recommend listening to podcast by Srivastava, very moving and profoundly wise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SaschaNNN
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great listen

    For those who want to learn more about the environment, climate change, and protesting for environmental rights, the One Planet podcast provides more than enough to keep listeners engaged and informed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Branbb27
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast

    This podcast covers such a broad spectrum of topics and events in today’s world. The guests are incredibly bright and a joy to listen to. Very educational, would definitely recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peytondejardin
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful and Enjoyable

    This podcast really invites me as a listener to reevaluate our position as the “dominator” of this world. Always stay humble since there’s plenty of things we don’t know about yet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrootXXX
    United Statesa year ago

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Unique blend of artistic and academic perspectives makes each episode impactful.
Compelling and full of insightful information on sustainability and activism.
Engaging interviews with experts and activists motivate listeners to take real action for the planet.
Educational and profound discussions on climate challenges and community action.

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How Flowers Made Our World: DAVID GEORGE HASKELL on Deep Time, Plant Intelligence & Listening to the Living World
Q: How do you balance scientific detail with poetic storytelling in your writing about flowers?
Haskell says poetry helps honor the living world and makes scientific ideas accessible; he aims to weave sensory experience with empirical observation to reveal coherence between science and embodiment in the forest and garden.
How Flowers Made Our World: DAVID GEORGE HASKELL on Deep Time, Plant Intelligence & Listening to the Living World
Q: What are your reflections on plant consciousness and the consciousness of trees and mycelial networks, and how do you connect this to your broader work?
He describes consciousness as a property emerging from networked relations, not a single mind, and notes that forest communities and soil ecosystems exhibit intelligent behavior that is real but distinct from human consciousness; he emphasizes interspecies communication and the ethical imperative to respect non-human agency.
How Flowers Made Our World: DAVID GEORGE HASKELL on Deep Time, Plant Intelligence & Listening to the Living World
Q: So David, what started you on this journey of trying to understand life? And why did you focus on flowers to tell the story of us?
David explains the flowers as the great untold story, arguing that flowering plants built many modern ecosystems and underpin human life, particularly through calories and ecological networks; he uses the book's cast of flower characters to illustrate how plants drive complexity and our own origins.
Games that Help Us Reconnect with Nature, Our Sense of Wonder & Play with C. THI NGUYEN
Q: What are the implications of AI for creativity and how should we engage with new tools?
AI can augment human creativity when used as a tool under human control to explore new possibilities, but it should not replace the human processes and imagination that give art and play their meaning.
Games that Help Us Reconnect with Nature, Our Sense of Wonder & Play with C. THI NGUYEN
Q: How do games and scoring systems relate to the way we perceive art and creativity?
Games can wake us up to the beauty of process and struggle, offering a structured yet flexible framework that can foster creativity when used carefully; however, rigid scoring can also narrow expression if misapplied.

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This podcast presents in-depth discussions around pressing environmental issues, focusing on the intersection of climate change, activism, and sustainability. It features interviews with a diverse array of experts including environmentalists, activists, and educators who explore meaningful solutions to the challenges facing our planet. Notably, it emphasizes collaboration with students and universities worldwide, which adds an educational dimension to the dialogues. The content spans topics such as biodiversity, renewable energy, politics affecting environmental policies, and regenerative practices, making it a valuable resource for those passionate about creating a sustainable future.

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1. Yann Martel
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4. Sadie De Beer
5. Cherien Dabis
6. C. Thi Nguyen
7. AL Kennedy
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