The Climate Question
BBC World ServiceWhy we find it so hard to save our own planet, and how we might change that.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 313 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceTechnology | |||
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As shown by the recent flash floods, Nepali mountain communities are on the front line of climate change. Can they adapt?
Host Jordan Dunbar talks to two Sherpas who have become climate researchers. They are glaciologist Tenzing Chogyal Sherpa, and ... more
Europe is reeling from a record-breaking drought which has closed nuclear power stations, stopped river traffic and sent food prices soaring. And there may now be more intense droughts in some parts of the world because of climate change.
Our host ... more
African forests are vital for food and economic development, as well as for supporting millions of species of animals and plants. We find out how to protect them better with one of Africa’s top environmentalists!
From the giant Congo rainforest to ... more
Experts say we may now need to spend more on cooling our homes than heating them because of climate change. In fact, the International Energy Agency thinks the equivalent of 10 new air conditioners every second will be installed for the next 30 years... more
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- Excellent Show-Varied, Informative, Empowering
The reporters travel around the world and interview many different people to give us the good and bad news about this global phenomenon, of which no one can hide and for which so many opportunities have existed. I remember taking environmental science courses in the 80s, when the debate was already over. There would be thousands and thousands more jobs in renewables now had we invested, but the question is What are the stakes these days? What can we do? We have some very hard choices coming up, ... more
Apple Podcasts5BjornAcampada
United Statesa month ago - The climate question
Excellent podcast, thank you everyone for honesty.
Apple Podcasts5Sue in Australia
Australia7 months ago - Stop treating your listeners like idiots
We don’t need a reminder every five minutes that we are “still listening to The Climate Question”. It feels patronising.
Apple Podcasts3passy1337
United Kingdom8 months ago - Still going strong
Been listening since the start in 2020, and the podcast is still going strong.
Informative episodes explain individual subjects, which are dotted around the world. This is done through facts and interviews with those affected, often told by local journalists and experts. And the local is tied to the global picture of climate change and its effects, helping you understand the big picture. It works really well.
Interspersed with episodes on news, Q&A, and conferences, the podcast helps you unders... more
Apple Podcasts5DarkDylar
Netherlandsa year ago - THE podcast about climate change
If you’re curious about climate change and yearning to learn about how you can fight it - then THIS is the podcast for you. Produced well with amazing stories!
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Apple Podcasts | #158 | United States/Science |
Spotify | #47 | United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #35 | United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #118 |  Canada/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #77 | Australia/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #207 |  France/Science |
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A thoughtful, globally informed show that dissects climate science, policy, and real-world solutions through expert interviews, on-the-ground reporting, and global case studies. Episodes frequently explore how cities, ecosystems, and economies adapt to a warming world, with emphasis on practical mitigation, resilience, and the human dimensions of climate change. Notable is the range of guests from scientists and journalists to city leaders, and a balanced mix of hopeful storytelling and rigorous analysis that helps listeners understand complex issues without surrendering nuance.
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1. Zero: The Climate Race
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3. Climate One
4. Science Weekly
5. Living Planet
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The Climate Question launched 6 years ago and published 313 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 Question include:
1. Pasang Yangjee Sherpa
2. Tenzing Chogyal Sherpa
3. Vidhisha Samarasekara
4. Iain Staffell
5. Wanjira Mathai
6. Dr. Radhika Khosla
7. John Vaillant
8. Neil Vora
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