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News and inspiration from nature's frontline, featuring inspiring guests and deeper analysis of the global environmental issues explored every day by the Mongabay.com team, from climate change to biodiversity, tropical ecology, wildlife, and more. The show airs every other week.

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Latest Episodes

Theonila Roka Matbob grew up next to what was — at the time — the world's largest open-pit mine in Bougainville, an autonomous island in Papua New Guinea, operated by a subsidiary of Rio Tinto. This mine wrought environmental and social devastation o... more

Katharine Wilkinson has a Ph.D. in geography and the environment, is well known for being a co-author of the book Drawdown and co-founder of The All We Can Save Project. She joins the Newscast this week to discuss her latest book Climate Wayfinding: ... more

A group of 57 nations mostly from the Global South, describing themselves as "coalition of the willing" intent on making the Transition Away From Fossil Fuels, or TAFF, convened in the Colombian city of Santa Marta, from April 24-29, 2026, for the in... more

Australia is one of 17 "megadiverse" countries that account for 70% of Earth's biodiversity. However, Australia is unique in having the highest mammalian extinction rate in the world. That makes conservation on the island continent, where most of th... more

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Recent Guests

Katharine Wilkinson
Doctor of philosophy and geography and the environment; best-selling author; co-founder of the All We Can Save Project
All We Can Save / Climate leadership initiatives
Episode: Healing the planet requires healing ourselves, says Katharine Wilkinson
Mamphela Ramphele
Medical doctor and activist from South Africa; member of the Planetary Guardians
Planetary Guardians
Episode: A 'coalition of the willing' to urge the world to drop fossil fuels
Euan Ritchie
Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at Deakin University
Deakin University, Australian Mammal Society, Biodiversity Council
Episode: Australia claims it's 'on track' to meet its environment targets. Scientists disagree
Neil Vora
Former Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer, CDC; Executive Director of the Preventing Pandemics at the Source Coalition
Preventing Pandemics at the Source Coalition
Episode: The world must address pandemic threats urgently, says former CDC officer
Annie Leonard
Former Executive Director of Greenpeace US; co-author
Greenpeace US; The Protest Book authors
Episode: Protest works, but it needs your help now more than ever, veteran activists say
André Carothers
Activist and co-author
The Protest Book authors
Episode: Protest works, but it needs your help now more than ever, veteran activists say
Tara Stoinski
CEO and Chief Scientific Officer, Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Episode: A new Netflix documentary captures rare mountain gorilla behavior
Erica Gies
Author and environmental reporter
Psych, Mongabay
Episode: Centering an Indigenous approach to forestry through reciprocity, not extraction
Tammy Davies
Marine Science Coordinator at BirdLife International
BirdLife International
Episode: Across oceans, seabird flyways gain recognition — and a chance at protection

Hosts

Mike DiGirolamo
Host of Mongabay Newscast; frequent interviewer of researchers, policymakers, and advocates; co-hosting with frequent partner.
Mike DeGirolamo
Co-host of Mongabay Newscast; known for interviewing researchers, activists, and policy experts across conservation topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 178 ratings
  • Mediocre

    More interested in telling a sensationalized story than actually telling the story of conservation. Do the “journalists” like Ashoka even talk to conservationists? Or just to the western academics who moan about the militarisation of conservation without ever having spent a day in the field?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PenelopeinLA
    United States4 months ago
  • Recommended Listening

    I really appreciate this podcast. Though I’ve worked in the environmental field for over a decade, this show consistently exposes me to new ideas, issues, thinkers and writers. I appreciate the truly global perspective, and that the hosts don’t shy away from challenging or controversial issues. I also love the “stop the tape” fact checks. As an elder millennial, I’ll admit this is delightfully nostalgic, but as a scientist, this gives me more confidence that the content is being thoughtfully vet... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A.R.Whittaker
    United States6 months ago
  • Rewilding the World One Acre at a Time

    Oh my gosh! This podcast in general and this show in particular give me such hope for the world and humanity in these very troubled times. Knowing so many people are working so hard to make the world a better place makes me cry. This is so much better for my mental health than reading the news. I promise to become a subscriber!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Climate Activist 62
    United States9 months ago
  • Is a river alive?

    Wonderful challenging conversation; the answer is YES.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Merlinrain
    United Statesa year ago
  • Incredible journalism

    Top quality reporting on the biggest environmental issues. I’m a regular listener. This podcast expands my thinking and is inspirational to my work as a conservationist and as a songwriter. Mongabay covers critical environmental issues that mainstream media tends to ignore.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tyler Mahard
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise depth, nuance, and practical policy insights, though some call for shorter episodes.
Broadly high-quality, globally informed conservation coverage with rigorous fact-checking.
Guests are top-tier scientists, journalists, and activists offering diverse perspectives.

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

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#107
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#87
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#126
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#76
Italy/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#108
Australia/Science/Nature
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#9
Switzerland/Science/Nature

Talking Points

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A 'coalition of the willing' to urge the world to drop fossil fuels
Q: What practical steps can countries take right now to move toward a just energy transition?
Appoint a chief climate scientist to coordinate with planetary guardians, establish clear roadmaps, monitor progress, ensure youth involvement, and push for renewable energy adoption while addressing ecological and social impacts.
A 'coalition of the willing' to urge the world to drop fossil fuels
Q: What are the main challenges to achieving a legally binding fossil fuel phase-out agreement?
Legally binding agreements are difficult to reach, so the strategy is to foster the coalition of the willing, implement gradually, and rely on moral suasion and positive outcomes to encourage wider ratification and action.
Centering an Indigenous approach to forestry through reciprocity, not extraction
Q: There have been critiques of Simard's work. What are the main points and how do they affect the interpretation of her findings?
Critiques focus on methodological limits and overgeneralizations about mycorrhizal networks; however, the core peer-reviewed research remains, and the public-facing framing (e.g., “Mother Tree”) reflects ongoing discussion about science communication and interpretation.
Centering an Indigenous approach to forestry through reciprocity, not extraction
Q: What has struck you the most about this story in your environmental journalism?
She notes the universality of reciprocity in Indigenous knowledge and its relevance across different regions, illustrating how leadership from Indigenous communities informs conservation and climate resilience.
Centering an Indigenous approach to forestry through reciprocity, not extraction
Q: What drew you to this story and why did you decide to dig into it?
Gies explains that her prior work on Wet'suwet'en and hydrology connected her to Suzanne Simard and that integrating Indigenous land stewardship with forest science offers a more complete picture of forest health and water cycles.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mongabay Newscast

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

The show consistently covers global environmental issues through in-depth conversations with researchers, activists, journalists, and policy experts. Recent episodes tackle biodiversity funding gaps, the politics of conservation, indigenous knowledge in forest governance, wildlife trade and protection, and the role of protest and media in shaping environmental policy. Notable threads include cross-border conservation strategies, the ethics of wildlife management, and the integration of science with activism to drive practical solutions. The format often includes evidence-backed analysis, case studies, and candid discussions about real-world impacts on ecosystems and communities, making it a strong fit for listeners who want thoughtful, glob... more

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2. Mamphela Ramphele
3. Euan Ritchie
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7. Tara Stoinski
8. Erica Gies

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