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Nick Breeze
Climate Change
Geoengineering
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Fossil Fuels
Solar Radiation Management
Paris Agreement
Climate Engineering
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Renewable Energy
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Sustainability
El Niño
Biodiversity
International Environmental Law
Solar Radiation Modification
Green Politics
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Food Security

Climate Genn is a leading climate change podcast hosted by Nick Breeze, featuring insightful conversations with scientists, policymakers, activists, and innovators on the frontlines of climate action. Each episode dives deep into the urgent issues shaping our planet’s future — from energy transition and carbon removal to adaptation, biodiversity, and climate justice. Whether you're a policymaker, ... more

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Former Green Party leader Caroline Lucas and Climate Majority Project co-director Rupert Read join Nick Breeze to discuss their new report, Climate Popularism.

As climate impacts intensify, why is opposition to climate action growing? And can a new ... more

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Climate change is increasingly being treated not simply as an environmental problem, but as an issue of national security, energy independence, industrial strategy and geopolitics.

Fresh from UNGA and Climate Week NYC, climate security analyst Erin ... more

A food crisis can become a security crisis.

In the second part of my conversation with climate analyst David Spratt, we look at what happens when climate disruption, extreme heat, food insecurity and geopolitical tensions begin to interact.

The Ind... more

What happens when war, fertiliser shortages, extreme heat and El Niño collide?

In this episode of ClimateGen, Nick Breeze speaks with climate analyst David Spratt about a potentially dangerous food-security crisis unfolding across the Indo-Pacific. more

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Recent Guests

Caroline Lucas
Former UK Green Party leader and MP
Green Party of England and Wales
Episode: Caroline Lucas & Rupert Read: How Can Climate Action Become Popular Again?
Rupert Read
Founder and director of the Climate Majority Project
Climate Majority Project
Episode: Caroline Lucas & Rupert Read: How Can Climate Action Become Popular Again?
Erin Sikorsky
Climate security expert
Episode: Erin Sikorsky: Climate Security, China and the Coming Geoengineering Debate
David Spratt
Australian climate security researcher and author
Australian Security Leaders Climate Group
Episode: Extreme Heat, Food & Conflict: The Climate Security Risk | David Spratt
Michael Dulaney
Author of Sentinels: When Diseases Spread Between Animals and Humans
Author/Journalist
Episode: How Industrial Farming and Climate Chaos Are Pushing Diseases Into Humans
Genevieve Walker
Climate analyst
Episode: Polluters Pay — So Why Are We Footing the $100 Trillion Bill?
Mike Berners-Lee
Chair of the National Emergency Briefing
National Emergency Briefing
Episode: "We’re Not Ready": Inside the National Emergency Briefing on the Climate Shock Ahead
Rafe Pomerance
Climate action advocate and veteran in the field since the 1970s
Independent climate advocate / Former Greenpeace and NGO leadership roles (historical context not explicitly named in this transcript)
Episode: Rafe Pomerance 1946 - 2026 : The Man Who Rang the Alarm — And Never Stopped
Simone Mordue
Conservation Scientist at the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
RSPB
Episode: How Climate Change Is Killing Britain's Seabirds — Puffins Washing Up on Our Shores | RSPB Report

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Nick Breeze
Host of Climate Change Briefing Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Great Conversations

    I’m learning a variety of perspectives from both the host and the guests about the current issues, projects, activities, research and perspectives from the conversations and every episode talks about different aspects linked in the issue of climate change. Very informative show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zia Amazon
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Outstanding podcast in a sea of climate audio

    Nick Breeze is an excellent interviewer with noteworthy guests. I’ve listened to a lot of podcasts about climate, and this is one of the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nancylaplaca
    United States5 years ago
  • Must listen for climate change

    Is it bad to review one's own podcast favourably? I am not sure but here goes: I am interviewing lots leading figures in the field of climate change from scientists, policymakers, activists, psychologists and those promoting solutions. Subscribe to stay in the loop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhiskeyNose
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Great conversations that bring in a range of climate perspectives.
The host is an excellent interviewer with credible guests.
A must-listen for those following climate policy and science.

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The Next Food Crisis? War, Fertiliser & El Niño | David Spratt
Q: Can you talk a little bit about how the scenario interacts and plays out?
The scenario combines El Niño-driven heat and dryness with fertilizer shortages and geopolitical shocks, creating a sequence where crop yields decline, prices rise, and social tensions increase; the interaction is not a single event but a cascade that could unfold over multiple seasons, with leadership and policy actions shaping whether the crisis is managed or worsened.
Polluters Pay — So Why Are We Footing the $100 Trillion Bill?
Q: What role do politicians and industry play in steering climate policy, and how should citizens respond?
Industry actively lobbies to keep building codes and policies favorable, often overriding scientific risk assessments; citizens must push for accountability, demand investigations into bad actors, and support coalitions pressuring financial regulators and international bodies to adopt science-based pathways.
Polluters Pay — So Why Are We Footing the $100 Trillion Bill?
Q: Can you outline the major climate risks to citizens that are unfolding and forecast, needing policy and investment action?
The primary risks involve intensified storms, floods, and heat due to higher emissions pathways like SSP5; infrastructure must be redesigned with stronger materials and deeper, region-specific climate modeling, otherwise losses will escalate and become unaffordable.
"We’re Not Ready": Inside the National Emergency Briefing on the Climate Shock Ahead
Q: How prepared is the UK for coming climate extremes?
The guest emphasizes that readiness is poor, current infrastructure is outdated, and urgent action is needed to scale up resilience, especially in energy, housing retrofits, and water management.
Rafe Pomerance 1946 - 2026 : The Man Who Rang the Alarm — And Never Stopped
Q: Do you see a realistic path forward for geoengineering or intervention research to slow ice loss, and how should governments approach it?
Yes, there is a plausible path if we pursue rigorous research and testing of viable intervention options, while maintaining transparent governance and public engagement, so we know which tools work and can responsibly deploy them if needed, without waiting for catastrophic outcomes.

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A thoughtful climate-focused interview series that pairs a seasoned host with leading researchers, policymakers, and advocates to unpack systemic risks and practical solutions around climate change. Episodes repeatedly center on climate security, governance, policy, and the geopolitical implications of energy transitions, with frequent forays into mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. Notable for bridging scientific analysis with real-world action, the show often features discussions about geopolitics, risk reporting, and the economics of decarbonization, making it valuable for listeners who want credible depth paired with accessible commentary. A distinguishing trait is the consistent emphasis on policy relevance and practical next steps... more

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