Climate Connections

Yale Center for Environmental Communication

Climate Change

Yale Center For Environmental Communication

Solar Energy

Extreme Weather

Energy Efficiency

Extreme Heat

Flooding

Fossil Fuels

Public Health

Cul-De-Sac Tempe

Heat Waves

Agriculture

Electric Vehicles

Solar Power

Climate Connections

Hurricanes

Electricity Prices

Sustainable Living

Walkable Neighborhoods

Air Pollution

How is global warming shaping our lives? And what can we do about it? We connect the dots, from fossil fuels to extreme weather, clean energy to public health, and more. Join Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz of Yale University for a daily 90-second podcast about climate change, where we confront reality and share inspiring stories of hope.

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	300	Founded	12 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Natural SciencesNewsScience

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Electric cars help China weather the global energy crisis

The world's largest importer of crude oil has cut transportation-related oil use by 16% since the Iran war started – in part by adopting EVs. Learn more at www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

Yesterday • 1 min

Why the NAACP is suing xAI

A data center in South Memphis owned by an Elon Musk company is at the center of a legal fight over air pollution and environmental justice. Learn more at www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

28 Oct 2026 • 1 min

Poor apple crop blamed on early spring, late freeze

In a Maryland orchard, one researcher is searching for apple varieties that can handle these swings. Learn more at www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

27 Oct 2026 • 1 min

Online tool tracks climate-related bills in 10 states

It also shows how each representative voted. Learn more at www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

26 Oct 2026 • 1 min

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Recent Guests

Lucy Cummings

Representative of New York Disaster and Interfaith Services

New York Disaster and Interfaith Services

Episode: Houses of worship in New York City prepare for growing climate threats

Nick Angaron

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection representative involved with the Blue Acres Program

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

Episode: Why New Jersey is buying flood-prone homes

Brenda Lima

Representative of Kua'aina Ulu'auamo

Kua'aina Ulu'auamo

Episode: These ingenious fishponds fed Hawaiians before colonialism

Emily Fitch

Founder of the nonprofit People for Better Food

People for Better Food

Episode: Fitness influencers make the case for plant-based protein

Laura Shifter

Works on climate education at the Aspen Institute

Aspen Institute

Episode: Only about half of U.S. teens can correctly identify the causes of climate change

Jesse Trawler Ojeda

Representative of California Marine Sanctuary Foundation

California Marine Sanctuary Foundation

Episode: Monterey Bay area in California is investing in climate change resiliency and training a workforce

Tami McGraw

North Carolina resident who was diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome

private individual

Episode: She had unexplained blood pressure fluctuations and bouts of pneumonia. It took years to learn why

Kurt Shepard

Counselor and facilitator with the Good Grief Network

Good Grief Network

Episode: What happens when climate despair turns into action?

Oliver Croner

Director of the City of Cincinnati Office of Environment and Sustainability

City of Cincinnati

Episode: Cincinnati gives out nearly $1 million to residents fighting climate change

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Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz

Host of Climate Connections

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 176 ratings

Ecosia
Thanks for covering the ECOSIA search engine!! I've been using it since there were only a few thousand trees planted and am so glad it keeps growing, keeps planting; no need to use any other search engine.
Apple Podcasts
5
Carol McE
Switzerland3 years ago
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EmmyX
3 years ago
Love the podcast not the music
I love that I can learn something daily from this podcast, but honestly, the intro music is so annoying I skip it sometimes to avoid having to listen to the music.
Apple Podcasts
4
Noopness
United States4 years ago
Great climate pod
Love the variety of climate related stories that this pod tells
Apple Podcasts
5
Peter Jarka-Sellers
United States5 years ago
Bite sized bonus
I listen to many podcasts, long form and short form. This one might be short, short form but I think it’s a bite sized bonus to have these stories of the climate crisis challenges and solutions...perfect to listen to when you don’t have a lot of time!
Apple Podcasts
5
Relts
United Kingdom6 years ago

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Praises concise, informative climate stories and diverse topics.

Listeners appreciate bite-sized format for quick, daily learning.

Some critique pacing and occasional fast delivery.

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Apple Podcasts	#86	United States/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#111	United Kingdom/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#174	Canada/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#39	Italy/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#171	Australia/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#10	Philippines/Science/Natural Sciences

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Some coastal towns in North Carolina now flood up to 100 days a year

Q: What is causing roads to flood more often in these North Carolina towns?

Rising average sea levels combine with higher baseline ocean conditions, intensifying flood events and overwhelming infrastructure like roads and stormwater systems, which leads to more frequent and prolonged flooding.

The little-known group that decides your electricity prices

Q: How are electricity prices determined, and what can ratepayers do to participate in the process?

Prices are driven by a proposal from utility companies that goes to the state Public Utility Commission, which analyzes the drivers behind proposed hikes—like fuel costs and investments in the grid—and decides how costs are distributed among residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Ratepayers can participate by attending public hearings, submitting comments, and relying on consumer advocacy groups to represent their interests.

Air quality sensors reveal pollution hot spots

Q: What can communities do to protect their families and advocate for better air quality?

By using localized sensor data to educate neighbors, engage local leaders, and push for policies that reduce emissions, communities can turn awareness into concrete actions and advocacy.

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