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Sustainability
Climate Change
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Bioplastics
Seaweed Packaging
Single-Use Plastics
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Carbon Footprint
Housing Crisis
Affordable Housing
Fungi
Plastic Pollution
Industrial Agriculture
Wood Waste
Renewable Energy
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European Bioplastics
Plastic Recycling
Construction Industry

Looking to reconnect with nature? Want to make better decisions for the health of the planet? Every Friday, Living Planet brings you the stories, facts and debates on the key environmental issues of our time.

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Every year, countless animals meet their end on our roads - yet most of us barely notice. But this isn’t just a minor tragedy; the sheer scale is reshaping ecosystems across the planet. So, how can we make a difference - and could eating roadkill be ... more

Protein obsession is reshaping our diets — and our planet. We lift the lid on the protein craze, what we truly need for good health, why animal protein carries such a heavy climate footprint, and what choices could cut emissions without sacrificing s... more

For 40 years, environmentalist and author Bill McKibben has chronicled the worsening climate crisis and politicians' failure to stop it. But now, for the first time, he says he can actually see a path forward. In the third and final part of our speci... more

We're generating more solar and wind power than ever before, but somewhere between where it's made and where it's needed, the energy system can't keep up. From Spain's blackout to bottlenecks across Europe, the way we move electricity is in desperate... more

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Recent Guests

Bettina Mittendorfer
Health professor of medicine and nutrition and exercise physiology at the University of Missouri
University of Missouri
Episode: What we get wrong about eating protein
Bill McKibben
A writer and environmentalist from the Green Mountain State of Vermont.
Episode: The Switch 3 | Bill McKibben: One big thing is going right
Marcial González
Electrical engineer based at the University of Carlos Técero in Madrid
University of Carlos Técero
Episode: The Switch 2 | Blackout: What's really breaking energy grids
Intisar Fakia
Senior fellow and founding director of the North Africa and the Sahel Program at the Middle East Institute
Middle East Institute
Episode: The Switch 1 | Deserted: Why solar power's failing where it should shine
Ari Feinberg
Postdoctoral fellow focusing on mercury pollution research
Blas Cabrera Institute of Physical Chemistry
Episode: Breaking gold's toxic bond with mercury pollution
Dr. Corey Malcolm
Lead historian for the Florida Keys History Center and maritime archaeologist
Florida Keys History Center
Episode: Breaking gold's toxic bond with mercury pollution
Liz Ricketts
Designer, stylist, and founder of the OAR Foundation studying fashion industry waste.
OAR Foundation
Episode: The resale illusion: Why second-hand isn't always better
Neil Saunders
Managing director and retail analyst at Global Data Retail analyzing the second-hand retail market.
Global Data Retail
Episode: The resale illusion: Why second-hand isn't always better
Toby Kears
Professor of evolutionary biology at the Free University in Amsterdam
Free University
Episode: The truly amazing world of fungi (Rebroadcast)

Hosts

Neil King
Host of Living Planet
Charli Shield
Co-host of Living Planet

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 343 ratings
  • Clothing episode

    Enjoyed the episode on second hand clothing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oyente en Kansas
    United Statesa month ago
  • Simply fantastic! Balanced, well informed & respectful

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Heinz
    6 months ago
  • Sad Omission

    I really enjoyed the cost of climate change series. However I am always frustrated that these conversations never touch on animal agriculture. It’s a huge contributor to greenhouse gases and it’s the leading cause of deforestation and biodiversity loss. Also it’s one thing that most individuals can actually do to make a significant difference. Please please talk about this because people can and should reduce consumption of animal products!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sad-faced
    United States7 months ago
  • Water IS woowoo

    I mostly enjoyed this episode until the conversation turned toward the sacredness of water as being woowoo and how there might be a ‘danger’ in that. Water, that arrived here from deep space and makes ALL Life possible, IS woowoo. It IS mythic and worthy of goddess like status. If You care about Life, your own Life, it behooves one to honor the sacredness of water, not only a resource, a precious substance more valuable than gold actually.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nana@5531
    United States9 months ago
  • Always very interesting and informative.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KevinTranscona
    9 months ago

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Some comments express a desire for more discussions on certain areas of environmental impact, such as animal agriculture.
Positive feedback indicates a strong connection to global environmental concerns, fostering a sense of community among listeners who share similar values.
Listeners appreciate the informative and well-researched content, often noting it brings new awareness to environmental issues.
The storytelling and production quality are highlighted as engaging and captivating, making complex topics accessible and interesting.

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#28
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#191
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#16
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#41
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#144
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Breaking gold's toxic bond with mercury pollution
Q: What are the health outcomes related to mercury exposure?
Estimates suggest around 20 million people are directly impacted by mercury poisoning, but this number could be much higher when considering the effect on surrounding communities.
Breaking gold's toxic bond with mercury pollution
Q: How much of the world's gold is extracted using mercury?
About 20% of the world's gold comes from artisanal and small-scale gold mining, which is the biggest single mercury polluter globally, emitting nearly 40% of this toxic pollutant.
The forgotten children of hurricane Katrina
Q: Does he think going through Katrina made him more resilient?
E'jaaz feels he developed toughness due to the struggles faced but believes it is also unfair that people had to endure such hardships to build resilience.
The forgotten children of hurricane Katrina
Q: Did you feel like it had kind of taken care of the trauma you had experienced, or was it something that still wasn't taken care of?
The documentary helped start the healing process for E'jaaz, leading him to see a therapist.
Greener Living Ep 5 – Spilling the beans on tea vs. coffee
Q: How much can you tell us about the environmental impact?
Both coffee and tea have significant environmental impacts, especially due to deforestation and agricultural practices, but the specific impact can vary widely based on how they are produced.

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

A unique space for exploring the multifaceted world of environmental issues, this podcast covers a wide array of topics related to sustainability, climate change, and conservation. Episodes often feature in-depth discussions about the implications of human activity on the planet, from the environmental effects of protein consumption and the challenges of renewable energy adoption to the exploration of textile waste and the complexities of pollution from gold mining. Noteworthy guests—including environmental theologians, climate activists, and experts from various scientific fields—provide a rich tapestry of insights, making the content both engaging and educational. The podcast emphasizes the interconnectedness of ecological topics and disc... more

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2. Bill McKibben
3. Marcial González
4. Intisar Fakia
5. Ari Feinberg
6. Dr. Corey Malcolm
7. Liz Ricketts
8. Neil Saunders

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