Rephonic
Artwork for Forum on Religion and Ecology: Spotlights

Forum on Religion and Ecology: Spotlights

Sam Mickey
Climate Change
Ecology
Rights Of Nature
Environmental Ethics
Religion and Ecology
Philosophy
Thomas Berry
Spirituality
Buddhism
Environmental Activism
Ralph Metzner
Eco-Psychology
Interconnectedness
Teaching
Catholicism
Ecological Crisis
Christianity
Indigenous Values
Religion
Spiritual Ecology

A series of interviews from the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology, focusing on people and organizations working at the confluence of religious and ecological perspectives. Interviews cover four main areas: 1) new and forthcoming publications, 2) engagement in practice, activism, and advocacy, 3) teaching and curriculum, and 4) perspectives from environmental humanities. Our Vision is a flourishin... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes175Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Religion & Spirituality

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Forum on Religion and Ecology: Spotlights

Latest Episodes

In this episode, our host reflects on the new encyclical from Pope Leo XIV, Magnifica Humanitas. While this letter focuses on artificial intelligence and integral human development, there are also several points that connect with the intersection of ... more

Recorded on Earth Day 2026, this episode features Devin O'Dea, who has been a long-time collaborator with people and projects affiliated with the Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology, including the Journey of the Universe project and the Human Energy p... more

This episode features Osprey Orielle Lake, with an inspiring conversation of great breadth and depth, as she exemplifies the brilliance and bravery required to remake a world in crisis. We talk about a wonderful variety of topics, including her work ... more

In this episode of the Forum podcast, Paul Koberstein discusses his book (co-authored by Jessica Apple), Canopy of Titans: The Life and Times of the Great North American Temperate Rainforest. We talk about the importance of protecting forests, includ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Emergence Magazine Podcast
Emergence Magazine PodcastEmergence Magazine
Hermitix
HermitixHermitix
Weird Studies
Weird StudiesSpectreVision Radio
Against Everyone with Conner Habib
Against Everyone with Conner HabibAgainst Everyone With Conner Habib

Recent Guests

Devin O'Dea
Founder of Days & Seasons; eco-social entrepreneur with background in yoga, wilderness work, and media
Days & Seasons
Episode: 6.7 Days & Seasons, with Devin O'Dea
Paul Koberstein
An award-winning environmental journalist based in Oregon
Episode: 6.5 Canopy of Titans with Paul Koberstein
Kim Carfore
Co-chair of the Religion and Ecology Unit at the AAR
American Academy of Religion
Episode: 6.3 The American Academy of Religion in Review
Corinna Gore
Director for the Center for Earth Ethics
Center for Earth Ethics
Episode: 6.3 The American Academy of Religion in Review
Natalia Schwien Scott
Herbalist, wildlife rescue apprentice, and Ph.D. student studying religion
Harvard University
Episode: 5.20 Natalia Schwien Scott on Ecological and Spiritual Practice
Yuria Celidwen
Indigenous scholar and advocate for environmental conservation and the rights of Indigenous peoples
NA
Episode: 5.17 Flourishing Kin, with Yuria Celidwen
Cathy Coleman
Former dean of students at the California Institute of Integral Studies, President of Kepler College, director of IONS EarthRise Retreat Center, and wife of Ralph Metzner.
Episode: 5.14 Cathy Coleman and the Life and Legacy of Ralph Metzner
Jimmy Carter
39th President of the United States, humanitarian, and author.
Carter Center
Episode: 5.8 Jimmy Carter at the American Academy of Religion
Mary Evelyn Tucker
Senior Lecturer and Research Scholar at Yale University, Director of the Forum on Religion and Ecology.
Yale University
Episode: 5.8 Jimmy Carter at the American Academy of Religion

Host

Sam Mickey
Host of Spotlights, focused on religion and ecology; guides conversations with leading thinkers and practitioners.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Beautiful and well produced series

    Love this series! Grounded by a thoughtful and skilled conversationalist, Sam Mickey, this podcast engages bright and heart-centered individuals across the world. Amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dman88o88
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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

High-quality, thoughtful conversations with world-class guests.
Polished production and engaging host keep complex topics accessible.
Global guest perspectives enhance relevance across disciplines.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

6.6 Osprey Orielle Lake on climate action, rights of nature, and the story in our bones
Q: How do you think the cultural diversity changes the way that rights of nature are framed?
Osprey emphasizes that many indigenous peoples focus on responsibilities rather than rights, highlighting reciprocal relationships with the land.
6.6 Osprey Orielle Lake on climate action, rights of nature, and the story in our bones
Q: What is your work toward the Rights of Nature about?
Osprey explains that Rights of Nature recognizes nature as a rights-bearing entity and shares examples of its implementation in various countries.
6.6 Osprey Orielle Lake on climate action, rights of nature, and the story in our bones
Q: How did you get into this work?
Osprey recounts her lifelong love of nature and the pivotal moment in her youth when she witnessed the clearcutting of redwoods, which sparked her interest in the human-nature relationship.
6.2 Tyler Nelson and Living Earth Community
Q: So why is this so important right now?
Because we are living through the sixth great extinction event and need to act creatively and collaboratively to imagine new futures.
5.21 Rachael Petersen on Matter, Meaning, and Mind
Q: How do you find that a religious perspective is changing your relationship to environmental activism?
Petersen discusses the intersection of religious and ecological thinking and how it influences understanding and activism.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

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

This show centers on the intersections of religion, ethics, and ecology, featuring interviews with authors, activists, scholars, and practitioners who explore how spiritual and environmental perspectives inform climate justice, conservation, and everyday living. Episodes often cover eco-theology, indigenous rights, forest protection, biodiversity, and the role of culture, education, and policy in shaping sustainable futures. Notable strengths include a thoughtful host who draws out practical insights, a global perspective, and a steady stream of guests who connect moral inquiry with on-the-ground ecological action.

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. Emergence Magazine Podcast
2. Hermitix
3. Weird Studies
4. The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens
5. Against Everyone with Conner Habib

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 6 years ago and published 175 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Devin O'Dea
2. Paul Koberstein
3. Kim Carfore
4. Corinna Gore
5. Natalia Schwien Scott
6. Yuria Celidwen
7. Cathy Coleman
8. Jimmy Carter

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days