The Green Elephant in the Room: Solutions To Restoring the Health of People and the Living Planet
Rico VerdeWe all know about the doom and gloom associated with environmental issues. We need to tell ourselves a new story. Instead let's talk about energy independence, green jobs, livable cities, clean water, clean air, and healthy children. This is where politics, perceptions, and life-style meet the catastrophe that is unfolding in front of our eyes. Here's a suggestion — subscribe, tune-in, and stop do... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 135 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureNewsNews Commentary | |||
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For the first time in recorded history, human intelligence is declining. IQ scores that rose steadily for a century have reversed course across the developed world. Pattern recognition, abstract reasoning, and problem-solving abilities ar... more
From Colorado's Blue Lakes Trail limiting hikers to 40 per day, to Bhutan charging tourists $200 daily just to exist in the country, this episode explores the uncomfortable truth about environmental protection: the solutions that actually work all in... more
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- Great condensation of green facts!
Great condensation of facts about climate and environmental issues!
Apple Podcasts5Xander van Leeuwen
Netherlands6 years ago - Great info
This podcast has great information, well thought out and presented. I like the presenter serious yet friendly voice. Like and old friend you always listen closely to. It’s well researched and noted I I like that as it is one sided on the right side. Good job.
Apple Podcasts5Chamo FacedowninaPuddle
United States7 years ago - A must-listen!
I appreciate the hopeful tone of this informative podcast! Everyone who cares about climate change (and especially those who don’t) needs to hear this.
Apple Podcasts5treeee lover
Mexico7 years ago - What we all need to know
I have learned a lot from listening to Rico, and gained information to share with others. I hope everyone listening will share it with someone, and then they can share it with someone, and on and on.
Thanks for teaching us.
Apple Podcasts5SeashellLoLoUnited States7 years ago - Compelling and important
Very interesting. Can’t wait to continue listening. Glad I discovered this! It’s about a topic that’s so important and it dives into it with great understanding and nuance. Definitely something that everyone should be listening to/ thinking about
Apple Podcasts5Mike F.United States7 years ago
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The show frames environmental issues through a constructive lens, focusing on energy independence, green jobs, livable cities, and practical actions individuals can take. Episodes often explore policy, urban planning, and consumer choices as levers for real-world improvements, balancing urgent climate topics with hopeful, doable solutions. Notable strengths include a consistently positive approach, accessible explanations of complex topics, and real-world case studies that connect climate and democracy, making it useful for listeners who want both context and actionable ideas. A distinctive trait is the emphasis on storytelling that reframes doom scenarios into opportunities for systemic and personal change, which can appeal to strategists,... more
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