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The Climate Pod

The Climate Pod
Climate Change
Fossil Fuels
Climate Crisis
Paris Agreement
Renewable Energy
Inflation Reduction Act
Climate Justice
Clean Energy
Extreme Weather
Decarbonization
Electric Vehicles
Capitalism
Climate Policy
Deforestation
COP29
Energy Transition
Public Health
Trump Administration
Interstate Highway System
Climate Action

The Climate Pod is a wide-ranging conversation with leading experts on the politics, economics, activism, culture, science, and social justice issues at the heart of the climate crisis. Hear from guests like Jane Goodall, Bill McKibben, Al Roker, David Wallace-Wells, Katharine Hayhoe, Adam McKay, Bill Nye, Robert Bullard, Catherine Coleman Flowers, Ted Danson, Gina McCarthy, Paul Krugman, and many... more

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The meat industry is causing huge problems. It's accelerating climate change, increasing ri... more

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Money is both a concrete thing and an abstract measure. If you only look at money as an abstract measure, as traditional economists have done for centuries, you'll miss out on the real role that money plays in our society. The decisions of government... more

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Recent Guests

Jacob Soboroff
Journalist, author of Firestorm, anchor of Connect with Jacob Soboroff
MSN/MS Now
Episode: MS NOW's Jacob Soboroff on Covering Climate Change, Immigration, LA Fires, California Elections And More
Arjun Jayadev
Professor of Economics and Director of the Center for the Study of the Indian Economy at Azim Premji University
Azim Premji University
Episode: The Big Money Myths (w/ Arjun Jayadev and JW Mason)
JW Mason
Associate Professor of Economics at John Jay College, CUNY
John Jay College
Episode: The Big Money Myths (w/ Arjun Jayadev and JW Mason)
Kingsmill Bond
Energy strategist at Ember Energy
Ember Energy
Episode: The Paris Reckoning: Energy Revolution (w/ Kingsmill Bond)
Andres Restrepo
Senior Attorney for the Sierra Club's Environmental Law Program
Sierra Club
Episode: NEWS: What Did The EPA Actually Just Do? An In-Depth Review
Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò
Associate professor of philosophy at Georgetown University and author of the book Reconsidering Reparations
Georgetown University
Episode: Why Reconsidering Reparations Is Core To Climate Justice (w/ Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò)
Clea Schumer
Lead author on the Systems Change Lab's new report, The State of Climate Action
Systems Change Lab
Episode: The Paris Reckoning: How Far Off Track Are We?
Sophie Boehm
Lead author on the Systems Change Lab's new report, The State of Climate Action
Systems Change Lab
Episode: The Paris Reckoning: How Far Off Track Are We?
Ryan Hagen
Author of Your Guide to Climate Action and founder of Crowdsourcing Sustainability
Crowdsourcing Sustainability
Episode: How Do We Focus On Climate Action Now? (w/ Ryan Hagen)

Hosts

Brock Benefiel
Co-host of The Climate Pod
Ty Benefiel
Co-host of The Climate Pod

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 475 ratings
  • The hosts (brothers) admit they are not experts - but they invite and interview real experts. No 'hearsay', just verifiable facts.

    Very well done, easy to listen to, with humour (Chad the bird!).

    One of the two exceptional climate change pod's (the other is "Drilled").

    Podchaser
    5
    Graham
    4 months ago
  • Awareness

    The most important subject in existence. Nothing else really matters until collapse is addressed. Very thankful for the work you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CthulhusButtPug
    United States5 months ago
  • Great climate podcast

    Really good conversations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter Jarka-Sellers
    United States5 months ago
  • Problematic take

    Love this podcast but Dr Shaws comment on veganism was both factually incorrect and problematic - wish there had been some pushback on that. Going vegan is the most powerful thing anyone can do for climate change and is an ethical necessity. You are not living an ethical life if you are not vegan.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    linenfrolic21
    United States6 months ago
  • One of the best

    These voices are the ones we need to be listening to.

    Important conversations with a great mix of humour, this is what you need to hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baxter M.
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the high-profile guests and in-depth interviews.
Consistently engaging and informative with a dynamic hosting duo.
A rigorous, accessible mix of climate policy, economics, and justice discussions.
Some episodes trigger debate over activism tactics or policy approaches, with strong opinions on framing and analysis.

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MS NOW's Jacob Soboroff on Covering Climate Change, Immigration, LA Fires, California Elections And More
Q: What changed about your life reporting on the family separation policy, and how has that shaped your view of immigration reporting today?
It changed me personally as a parent and a citizen, expanding my empathy and deepening my insistence on connecting viewers to the human stakes, while guiding my reporting to highlight how policy impacts real families and communities.
The Paris Reckoning: How Far Off Track Are We?
Q: What did the Paris Agreement accomplish?
While it's hard to assign causality, the current policies put us on a lower trajectory for global temperature rise compared to projections before the Paris Agreement, indicating progress has been made.
How Do We Focus On Climate Action Now? (w/ Ryan Hagen)
Q: How do people get started figuring out what's possible at the local level for climate action?
Ryan Hagen advises starting by researching the current state of climate action initiatives in one's local area, connecting with existing sustainability groups and decision-makers, and fostering community engagement to promote impactful changes.
How Do We Focus On Climate Action Now? (w/ Ryan Hagen)
Q: What was it like to be arrested for protesting climate change?
Ryan shares his experience of being arrested during a protest organized by the Sunrise Movement, highlighting the emotions of solidarity, purpose, and connection he felt with fellow protesters, all advocating for climate action.
How Do We Focus On Climate Action Now? (w/ Ryan Hagen)
Q: How do you think about intention and what that means to your life and your work?
Ryan Hagen emphasizes the importance of understanding one's core values and intentions in life, influenced by literature on Buddhism and Stoicism. He reflects on how recognizing the limited nature of time can motivate people to pursue what matters most to them.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Climate Pod

What is The Climate Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program features in-depth conversations with leading voices spanning economics, policy, climate science, journalism, and activism, all centered on how politics, markets, technology, and justice intersect with the climate crisis. Episodes frequently explore monetary dynamics, energy transitions, regulatory developments, adaptation, and climate justice, often with a critical lens on governance, industry power, and global equity. Notable strengths include a steady stream of high-profile guests from academia, NGOs, journalism, and policy, plus a clear focus on actionable implications for readers and policymakers. It likely attracts listeners who want rigorous analysis, diverse perspectives on climate strategy, and practical takeaways for a... more

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1. Jacob Soboroff
2. Arjun Jayadev
3. JW Mason
4. Kingsmill Bond
5. Andres Restrepo
6. Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò
7. Clea Schumer
8. Sophie Boehm

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