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Rare Earth

BBC Radio 4
Climate Change
Renewable Energy
General Election
Environmental Conservation
Future Generations Act
Green Investment
Sustainable Practices
Cost Of Living Crisis
Nature Crisis
Pollution
Environmental Policies
Public Policy
Rivers
Labour Party
Conservative Party
North Sea Oil and Gas
Flooding
Nature
Biodiversity
Electric Vehicles

Environmental journalist Tom Heap and physicist Helen Czerski tackle major stories about our environment and wildlife, celebrate the wonder of nature and meet the people determined to keep it wonderful.

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Plunge into the chilly embrace of the UK's lakes and you enter troubled waters. They're a place for recreation and an inspiration for our greatest poets but they're also on the frontline in the battle against pollution. The biggest lake in the Britis... more

This year London Zoological Society marks its 200th anniversary. Established in 1826, today it has around 8000 animals and claims to be "the original scientific zoo". In this programme, Helen Czerski and Tom Heap look back at the role of zoos across ... more

150 years ago the British research ship Challenger returned from a three and a half year voyage that changed the world. Plucking species from every ocean, at depths never explored before, the Challenger kick-started the science of oceanography and pa... more

What does the arrival of winter mean for plants and animals? In this programme Tom Heap and Helen Czerski find out how wildlife survives the freezing temperatures and short days of the winter months. In a time of climate change, they also ask how war... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Zimmerman
Director of Conservation and Science at Bristol Zoo
Bristol Zoo
Episode: Should we still have zoos?
Hugh Warwick
Ecologist, author, and hedgehog lover
Episode: Love of a Cold Climate
Val McDermid
Bestselling author known for her crime fiction
Episode: Love of a Cold Climate
John Hammond
Meteorologist and broadcaster
Episode: Love of a Cold Climate
Natalie Ashton
Senior Engagement Officer North of Transport for All
Transport for All
Episode: City Transport: Faster, Cheaper, Greener
Dawn Scott
Executive Dean for the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences at Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University
Episode: Hiding in Plain Sight
Siân Moxon
Architect, Associate Professor of Sustainable Architecture at London Metropolitan University, and founder of the campaign group Rewild My Street
London Metropolitan University/Rewild My Street
Episode: Hiding in Plain Sight
Chris Fitch
Author of Wild Cities
Episode: Hiding in Plain Sight
Armand Marie Leroi
Professor of Evolutionary Developmental Biology
Imperial College London
Episode: The Evolution of Evolution

Hosts

Tom Heap
Host and environmental journalist, involved in discussing a wide range of environmental topics and issues.
Helen Czerski
Co-host and physicist focusing on environmental issues and how they relate to current scientific understanding.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Don’t trust any BBC programmes

    Sad to say I can’t trust any BBC programmes anymore.

    Talking about Darwin & climate change but sense of emergency about the “climate crisis”atall ??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Very positive

    An excellent program.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wxfzm
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Don’t trust any BBC programmes

    Sad to say I can’t trust any BBC programmes anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Thank you

    Really loving this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kristi history
    United States8 months ago
  • Absolutely Love This Show

    I love ‘Rare Earth’ which looks at both sides of each story and also reminds me of the progress being made which is something I often need. Its easy to be brought down by negative press around the environment but the presenters here do a great job of putting reality and balance to each subject. Keep it up BBC - this is what 2/3 of us want - according to the last episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Horner1412
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Some audience members wish for shorter episodes, as the content can be extensive.
Listeners appreciate the balanced approach to discussing environmental challenges and solutions.
Many commend the informative and engaging style of the hosts and guests.
The ongoing focus on practical solutions strikes a chord with many, creating a sense of hope amidst climate discussions.

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Fashioning the Future
Q: What are your top tips for someone who wants to help make the world a better place when it comes to clothing?
Ask questions of brands about their production practices and reduce the number of pieces you buy, focusing on quality over quantity.
Fashioning the Future
Q: What should we be making clothes out of? What fabrics do work?
The most appropriate materials depend on the local environment, like wool from sheep for the UK, but also exploring alternatives like hemp and flax is important.
A Whale's Life
Q: What should we take away from all this? How do we think about whales in the future?
We need to acknowledge their ecological importance and the interconnectedness of all species, considering them as relatives within our communities.
A Whale's Life
Q: How has our relationship with whales evolved over the centuries?
Historically, humans have scavenged and hunted whales for thousands of years, indicating an evolving relationship that has become more complex with technological advancements and cultural perspectives.
Metals and Minerals
Q: I just wondered if each of you could pick one of them, something that it can do or something that can be used for that perhaps you couldn't do otherwise.
Iola mentions lithium and its importance for electric vehicle electrification, while Pierre adds that rare earth magnets are essential in electric motors.

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

This podcast focuses on critical environmental issues and wildlife, providing in-depth discussions that highlight current scientific insights and community stories. The hosts engage with diverse guests such as ecologists, fashion experts, scientists, and urban planners, addressing topics ranging from climate change and sustainability in the fashion industry to innovative urban transportation solutions and urban wildlife. A distinctive feature of the content is its blend of practical solutions with celebratory narratives about nature, emphasizing the importance of preserving the environment and the various challenges faced in this endeavor. Throughout episodes, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their relationship with nature and the pra... more

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1. Brian Zimmerman
2. Hugh Warwick
3. Val McDermid
4. John Hammond
5. Natalie Ashton
6. Dawn Scott
7. Siân Moxon
8. Chris Fitch

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