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WHAT IF WE GET IT RIGHT?

Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
Climate Change
Environmental Justice
Clean Energy
Environmental Law
Renewable Energy
Climate Solutions
Climate Crisis
Inflation Reduction Act
Activism
PFAS
Sabin Center For Climate Change Law
Trump Administration
Storytelling
Environmental Protection Agency
Climate Justice
Climate Action
Federal Climate Funding
Solar Energy
Electrification
Policy Change

A show about climate solutions, about what we need to do to address the climate crisis, and how to make those things happen — from changing laws, to electrifying buildings, to improving fashion and media. Each week an expert guest joins host Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson to break it down, delightfully, and help us all envision what getting right on climate looks like, so we can reel that vision into... more

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Recent Guests

Clara Pratte
Candidate for Arizona Corporation Commission; clean energy entrepreneur; Navajo Nation advocate
Navajo Power; Arizona Corporation Commission candidate
Episode: A critical local election in the sunniest state 🌅 with Clara Pratte
Jamie Henn
Founder/leader involved with 350.org and Fossil Free Media; climate organizer and communicator.
350.org, Fossil Free Media
Episode: Climate villains, TikTokers, grandkids, and the messages that break through 📢 with Jamie Henn
Erin Sprague
CEO of Protect Our Winters
Protect Our Winters
Episode: The Fight for Public Lands 🏕️, with Patagonia + Protect Our Winters
Corley Kenna
Chief Impact Officer and Head of Communications
Patagonia
Episode: The Fight for Public Lands 🏕️, with Patagonia + Protect Our Winters
Louise Yeung
Chief Climate Officer for New York City
New York City government
Episode: Mamdani’s team is making moves 🌇, with NYC’s Chief Climate Officer Louise Yeung
Stacey Abrams
Senior counsel to Rewiring America; climate and democracy leader
Rewiring America
Episode: Rewind: Connecting the dots on climate and democracy 🔄 with Stacey Abrams
Tom Matzzie
Founder and CEO of Clean Choice Energy; chairman of Invest in Tomorrow Coalition
Invest in Tomorrow Coalition
Episode: Clean energy super PAC says “don’t mess with solar” ☀️💰, with Tom Matzzie
Nathaniel Stinnett
Founder of Environmental Voter Project
Environmental Voter Project
Episode: How the climate movement can build political power 🌎💪🏽 with Nathaniel Stinnett
Leah Stokes
Professor at UC Santa Barbara; author of The Carbon Wave; policy expert on energy and climate
UC Santa Barbara
Episode: Climate hushing, EVs 🔌 and creating “The Carbon Wave,” with Leah Stokes

Host

Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
Host who guides conversation and steers toward climate solutions across policy, science, and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 414 ratings
  • Even better than before!

    The show has been good all along. Ayana is and has been a strong and important voice for trying to keep positive in the climate crisis. Now Bill McKibben is her co-host, at least for this season. So the show has twice the voices helping listeners find their path to action while being informed. Well worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    curtsnrt
    United Statesa month ago
  • Please keep up the great work

    SO important

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Billybill1984
    United Statesa month ago
  • Inspiring eye opener

    Beyond grateful for this platform to give a microphone to such incredible human beings whose life purpose is to help lead the cause to protect our only planet and humanities future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frustatex
    United States2 months ago
  • The Best

    Crucial!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    user987987988
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    A must listen for anyone concerned about their own future, their children’s future, and the planet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hfjksjdksmf
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise hopeful, actionable discussions that connect policy to everyday life.
Guests are described as smart, knowledgeable, and engaging, with clear communication.
The host is noted for thoughtful, energetic interviewing that makes complex topics accessible.

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#216
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#197
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#225
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A critical local election in the sunniest state 🌅 with Clara Pratte
Q: So Clara, what is the mission and vision that made you run for the Arizona Corporation Commission?
Clara explains the drive to create an energy industry vehicle by tribal people for tribal people, to shift from extractive arrangements to grassroots, community-benefiting solar development, and to codify rules that enable private solar on tribal land while protecting the communities that host it.
Clean energy super PAC says “don’t mess with solar” ☀️💰, with Tom Matzzie
Q: Who or what is this coalition, this PAC, and what is its game plan to win?
The Invest in Tomorrow Coalition is a clean energy oriented super PAC that aims to counter anti-clean energy forces by spending in GOP primaries and targeting lawmakers who obstruct clean energy deployment, while remaining selective about targets in the general election.
Climate hushing, EVs 🔌 and creating “The Carbon Wave,” with Leah Stokes
Q: If you were running for Congress right now, how would you be talking about climate change?
Leah suggests focusing on clear, relatable benefits of clean energy—such as lower electricity bills and healthier communities—while avoiding scare tactics, with emphasis on affordable, practical policy options and conveying that clean energy is not just about the future but about right now.
For the love of nature, culture, and the future 💖 with Dr. Heidi Roop
Q: Are there books and movies that you recommend to show climate solutions in a positive light without being disheartening?
Yes, the guest suggests looking for media that depicts everyday, attainable climate actions and hopeful futures, rather than doom-and-gloom narratives, and emphasizes the importance of including climate solutions in scripted entertainment to inspire action.
Winning the narrative battle 🎥, with dream hampton
Q: What are three things you wish everyone knew about climate communication?
Firstly, we need to prioritize narrative. Secondly, we should learn from the right about sticking to simple messages. Lastly, we must unlock funding for narrative work.

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A climate-focused interview series that centers on practical solutions and real-world action. Episodes feature policymakers, scientists, business leaders, storytellers, and activists discussing policy levers, technology adoption, and cultural change needed to accelerate climate progress. The host guides conversations with optimism and clarity, translating complex topics into actionable insights for a broad audience. Notable strengths include high-profile guests spanning government, industry, academia, and media, plus a consistent emphasis on tangible steps, equity, and scalable solutions across sectors like energy, housing, agriculture, and fashion.

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Recent guests on WHAT IF WE GET IT RIGHT? include:

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2. Jamie Henn
3. Erin Sprague
4. Corley Kenna
5. Louise Yeung
6. Stacey Abrams
7. Tom Matzzie
8. Nathaniel Stinnett

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