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The Climate Pod

The Climate Pod
Climate Change
Climate Crisis
Decarbonization
Fossil Fuels
Mass Protest Movements
Electricity Generation
Capitalism
Inflation Reduction Act
Air Pollution
Social Media Disinformation
Nuclear Energy
Glacier Science
Government Policy
Renewable Energy
Microplastics
Extreme Weather
American Climate Corps
Climate Movement
Green New Deal
Sustainability

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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We're coming up on the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement. In this new series from The... more

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Another annual UN climate change conference is in the books. So, what did it accomplish? Th... more

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Recent Guests

Susannah Fisher
Principal research fellow at University College London and author of 'Sink or Swim'
University College London
Episode: The Paris Reckoning: Adaptation (w/ Susannah Fisher)
Sharon Lerner
Journalist and author at ProPublica, covering health and environment
ProPublica
Episode: The Human Costs Of The US Anti-Green Agenda (w/ Sharon Lerner)
Joseph Winters
Freelance reporter, former staff writer at Grist
Grist
Episode: COP30: Examining The Results And Broken Process (w/ Oliver Milman and Joseph Winters)
Oliver Milman
Environment Reporter for The Guardian US
The Guardian
Episode: COP30: Examining The Results And Broken Process (w/ Oliver Milman and Joseph Winters)
Dr. Kristina Dahl
Vice President for Science at Climate Central and coauthor of the report "Ten Years of the Paris Agreement, The Present and Future of Extreme Heat".
Climate Central
Episode: The Paris Reckoning: Extreme Heat (w/ Dr. Kristina Dahl)
Jessica Green
Professor and author of 'Existential Politics, Why Global Climate Institutions Are Failing, and How to Fix Them'
Episode: Why Global Climate Action Really Fails (w/ Jessica F. Green)
Justin Worland
Senior correspondent at TIME Magazine, focused on climate issues
TIME Magazine
Episode: COP30 Preview (w/ TIME's Justin Worland)
Doug Gordon
Co-host of The War on Cars and author
The War on Cars
Episode: How Car Dependency Makes Life Worse, More Dangerous, And Tears Society Apart (w/ Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon)
Sarah Goodyear
Co-host of The War on Cars and author
The War on Cars
Episode: How Car Dependency Makes Life Worse, More Dangerous, And Tears Society Apart (w/ Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon)

Hosts

Brock Benefiel
Co-host of the show with a focus on engaging discussions around climate issues.
Ty Benefiel
Co-host alongside Brock, actively involved in promoting climate discussions with various guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 468 ratings
  • 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.
    Canada4 months ago
  • Wacko Propaganda

    These guys even have an episode on how to deal with the “climate anxiety" they are causing. I should do a show about these guys and their ilk.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dustbin Trolley
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent source of information

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Vidrob
    a year ago
  • Keep your eye on the prize

    Bad idea to stray into Gaza-Israel politics with Hegler.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    no NRA
    United Statesa year ago
  • Never miss an episode

    I listen to nearly every climate podcast I come across and have yet to find one with such consistently engaging and useful discussions. It’s like we’ve been invited to not just listen in to compelling climate conversations, but to be a part of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nevada Bob from Reno
    United States2 years ago

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Critiques center on occasional perceived biases or oversimplifications in the discussions, suggesting that some episodes could delve deeper into economic causes of climate challenges.
Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations and expertise shared by various guests, often praising the hosts for their ability to simplify complex subjects.
Many find the podcast to be an essential resource for understanding political, social, and economic dimensions surrounding climate issues.

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The Human Costs Of The US Anti-Green Agenda (w/ Sharon Lerner)
Q: What was the response from the White House regarding the findings in your piece?
Sharon shares that the responses were rude and dismissive, reflecting the administration's antagonism toward credible journalism, particularly around climate issues.
The Human Costs Of The US Anti-Green Agenda (w/ Sharon Lerner)
Q: What will be the global impact of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, especially in context of how deaths may occur in poorer regions?
Sharon details the disparity, noting the U.S. contributes historically to emissions and how climate policies disproportionately endanger poorer nations, showing that most deaths will not be in the U.S.
The Human Costs Of The US Anti-Green Agenda (w/ Sharon Lerner)
Q: What are the new advances in environmental science that allow for modeling the health impacts of climate change?
The discussion revolves around sophisticated models, particularly from Rhodium Group, allowing for projections based on varying policy scenarios and emissions levels.
The Human Costs Of The US Anti-Green Agenda (w/ Sharon Lerner)
Q: What is it like for a reporter that covers the EPA and health in the context of the second Trump administration?
Sharon Lerner explains that it's much harder to cover things compared to the first Trump administration due to a lack of transparency and documentation from the EPA.
COP30: Examining The Results And Broken Process (w/ Oliver Milman and Joseph Winters)
Q: What was the state of adaptation finance discussed at COP 30?
Adaptation funding was tripled, although it was pushed back to a timeline of $120 billion a year until 2035, which many considered insufficient.

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

This podcast features in-depth conversations with prominent thinkers and experts on various pressing issues related to the climate crisis, including politics, economics, activism, culture, science, and social justice. Episodes often focus on the complexities of climate change, creating a platform for vital discussions around renewable energy, inequality, and historical energy consumption practices. Unique insights from a wide range of guests—including activists, writers, and academics—contribute to a nuanced understanding of climate policy, public engagement, and the societal implications of environmental issues.

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1. Climate One
2. The Climate Question
3. Zero: The Climate Race
4. Outrage + Optimism: The Climate Podcast
5. Volts

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The Climate Pod launched 6 years ago and published 333 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Climate Pod include:

1. Susannah Fisher
2. Sharon Lerner
3. Joseph Winters
4. Oliver Milman
5. Dr. Kristina Dahl
6. Jessica Green
7. Justin Worland
8. Doug Gordon

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