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Dakota Access Pipeline
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe
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Police Repression
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Bayou Bridge Pipeline
Louisiana
Atchafalaya Basin
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Coastal Gaslink Pipeline
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Greenpeace
Extinction Rebellion

Law & Order meets the climate crisis as we dig into the stories behind the hundreds of climate cases around the globe.

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Greenpeace, which was only tangentially involved in the Standing Rock protests, has been slapped with a $666 million bill for damages...despite the fact that the Dakota Access Pipeline was built, and has been making Energy Transfer millions of dollar... more

This season on Drilled, an Indigenous nation fighting for its water, an international environmental movement finding its voice, and an industry attempting to crush its political opposition.

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A new report from the Union of Concerned Scientists compiles in one place all the documentary evidence on the role of fossil fuel companies in obstructing climate policy. We walk through the latest, and get an update on climate cases in the U.S.

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In November, a Dutch court ruled in Shell's favor on an appeal in a big international climate case. It got loads of headlines around the world, but it wasn't quite the win for Shell that a lot of media coverage has made it out to be. Although it walk... more

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Recent Guests

Naomi Oreskes
A historian of science, focusing on the interaction of climate science and public policy.
Harvard University
Episode: New Research Shows the Clean Air Act Always Intended to Regulate Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Patrick Parenteau
A legal expert in environmental law and climate policy.
Vermont Law School
Episode: New Research Shows the Clean Air Act Always Intended to Regulate Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Andrew Behar
President of the As You Sow Foundation, an organization focused on shareholder activism
As You Sow Foundation
Episode: The Coordinated Attack on Shareholder Activism
Lucy Maxwell
Co-director of the Climate Litigation Network
Episode: The New Carbon Majors Report + Swiss Elders Win Landmark Climate Case
All een Brown
Senior Editor for Drilled and Investigative Reporter
Drilled
Episode: The Real Free Speech Threat: Department of Homeland Security, the Manufactured "EcoTerrorist" Panic, and Cop City
Lauren Regan
Attorney defending several Cop City defendants
Episode: The Real Free Speech Threat: Department of Homeland Security, the Manufactured "EcoTerrorist" Panic, and Cop City
Michel Forst
UN Special Rapporteur on Environmental Defenders, appointed to address the needs and protection of environmental activists worldwide
United Nations
Episode: The Real Free Speech Threat: Meet the UN's First Special Rapporteur on Environmental Defenders
Isabella Kaminsky
Freelance journalist based in the UK, specializing in environment and climate change.
Episode: The Real Free Speech Threat: How UK Courts Became the New Climate Protest Battleground
Gail Bradbrook
Co-founder of Extinction Rebellion, involved in climate activism and social justice.
Extinction Rebellion
Episode: The Real Free Speech Threat: How UK Courts Became the New Climate Protest Battleground

Host

Amy Westervelt
Host of the series, known for her work in environmental journalism and climate advocacy. She brings in-depth analysis and storytelling to the issues surrounding climate litigation and justice.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 142 ratings
  • Lose the sounds

    Amy I really want this information, but PLEASE loose the annoying doodly-doot under your voice. Maddening…..why?

    Some of the best climate journalism around ruined by “sound design”. Distracting and so annoying it often feels like the sounds are the show and the talkers are the background. Today during a clip of Walter Cronkite from the 80s I removed my EarPods to listen for a chopper over the house, but no, an obnoxious sound was playing under his voice. Why do you feel the need to augment such... more

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    podcast7
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ads are punishing

    This is a great podcast, but there is a threshold where I will listen to ads and where the podcast is the ad and my brain says “no, absolutely not”. This one crosses the threshold.

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    afugior
    United States2 years ago
  • Lose the sounds

    Some of the best climate journalism around ruined by “sound design”. Distracting and so annoying it often feels like the sounds are the show and the talkers are the background. Today during a clip of Walter Cronkite from the 80s I removed my EarPods to listen for a chopper over the house, but no, an obnoxious sound was playing under his voice. Why do you feel the need to augment such great reporting this way? I have deleted podcasts part way through as it is so annoying. Please stop!

    Apple Podcasts
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    podcast7
    United States2 years ago
  • Too many ads for the VPN...like 3minutes every 10 mins.

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    Tor
    2 years ago
  • Damages - Life is a Ticking Time Bomb

    This is a fascinating podcast weaving the current crises of climate, ocean acidification, and the fear of stranded assets among oil companies, together with one woman’s journey through corporate law, including some years working for one of the oil majors, on to her role in crafting the Environmental Protection Act for her home country of Guyana in 1995, finally and more recently her efforts to uphold that act in legal cases against unbridled and even corrupt development of oil and gas projects i... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    RogerlG
    Canada3 years ago

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

Some express frustration with audio design choices that distract from the content, indicating a preference for straightforward presentation.
Audience feedback highlights the exceptional quality of reporting, emphasizing the importance of understanding the intersection of law and environmental activism.
Listeners appreciate the depth of research and quality of storytelling, considering it essential listening for those invested in climate issues.
The podcast is praised for its unique narrative style that intertwines legal insights with powerful personal stories.

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New Evidence and an Update on U.S. Climate Cases
Q: Do you think that despite all these efforts to try to stop these particular cases in the US, that litigation still provides a hopeful path forward?
Yes, the ongoing litigation shows promise in holding fossil fuel companies accountable.
New Evidence and an Update on U.S. Climate Cases
Q: How is the litigation responding to attempts to quash these cases?
Litigation is advancing in state courts, with some cases filed despite challenges from the administration.
New Evidence and an Update on U.S. Climate Cases
Q: What drove the desire to release this report now?
The advances in US climate accountability litigation against major fossil fuel corporations and the threats posed by the Trump administration necessitated its timely release.
The Real Free Speech Threat: Joanna Smith on "Conspiring Against the United States" with...Fingerpaint
Q: What did you think when you heard these charges?
It was quite a shock to hear about the felony charges, as I had previously not anticipated such a severe response for my activism.
The Real Free Speech Threat: Joanna Smith on "Conspiring Against the United States" with...Fingerpaint
Q: Could you walk me through how does an action like this come together?
General organizing involves clarifying a message and a mission, reaching out to like-minded people, and devising an action plan, often entailing training for nonviolent protests.

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

The content explores the intersection of law and environmental issues, focusing heavily on climate litigation stories from around the world. Episodes analyze landmark cases, judicial interpretations, and the real-world implications of these legal battles while engaging with a variety of experts in the field. Amidst intense discussions about climate accountability and corporate responsibility, the podcast examines the personal narratives of activists and legal professionals, making complex topics accessible and relatable to listeners. With an emphasis on storytelling and investigative journalism, it aims to shine a spotlight on the urgent crisis regarding climate justice and ecological preservation, offering listeners a clear understanding o... more

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