A Climate Change with Matt Matern

Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
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A Climate Change with Matt Matern

A Climate Change with Matt Matern is a weekly show featuring influential guests from government, business, activism, academia, and culture. The show serves to inform its audience with a focus on environmental and climate issues. Join us as we commit to making "a climate change." Similar to these great podcasts: TED Climate, Reversing Climate Change, Climate One, My Climate Journey, Volts, America Adapts, & A Matter Of Degrees.

  1. 182: We Can’t Drill and Spill Our Way Into the Future with Zanagee Artis

    3D AGO

    182: We Can’t Drill and Spill Our Way Into the Future with Zanagee Artis

    Zanagee Artis, Fossil Fuels Policy Advocate at NRDC and co-founder of Zero Hour joins us to discuss the urgent fight for ocean conservation and climate justice. We dive into how young activists shape climate policy, the battle against offshore drilling, and the promise of offshore wind energy. Zanagee shares his journey from youth organizer to national advocate and why the next two years are critical for climate action.

    34 min
  2. 181: What Climate Science Tells Us About Civilization’s Fate with Gavin Schmidt

    MAR 20

    181: What Climate Science Tells Us About Civilization’s Fate with Gavin Schmidt

    Dr. Gavin Schmidt, Director of NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies, joins us for a deep dive into climate science, climate modeling, and the future of sustainable civilization. Gavin shares insights on the Arctic's rapid warming, machine learning's role in climate predictions, and the impact of methane emissions. We also explore how climate science intersects with astrobiology and the search for extraterrestrial civilizations.

    40 min
  3. 180: What If We’re Thinking About Climate Change All Wrong? with Paul Hawken

    MAR 13

    180: What If We’re Thinking About Climate Change All Wrong? with Paul Hawken

    Paul Hawken, renowned environmentalist and bestselling author, joins us to explore a revolutionary approach to climate action—one rooted in regeneration, not reduction. He challenges conventional climate narratives, critiques the shortcomings of net-zero goals and carbon credits, and explains why language shapes our relationship with nature. Hawken also reveals how his latest book, Carbon: The Book of Life, reimagines our connection to the living world.

    34 min

  4. MAR 7

    179: Heather McTeer Toney’s Mission to Fight for Environmental Justice

    Heather McTeer Toney, environmental justice leader, former mayor of Greenville, MS, and Executive Director of Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Beyond Petrochemicals campaign joins us to discuss the dangers of petrochemical expansion and the role of local activism in shaping national climate policy. She shares insights on environmental justice, community advocacy, and how pollution affects marginalized communities. She also explains key themes from her book, Before the Streetlights Come On, and how collective action can drive meaningful change in the fight for climate justice. If you want to help us reach our goal of planting 30k trees AND get a free tree planted in your name, visit www.aclimatechange.com/trees to learn how.

    32 min
  5. 178: Winning the Climate Fight: Saad Amer on Strategy & Action

    FEB 27

    178: Winning the Climate Fight: Saad Amer on Strategy & Action

    Saad Amer, environmental justice expert and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree joins us to discuss the intersection of climate action and political engagement. He shares insights on grassroots organizing, corporate accountability, and the role of policy in advancing sustainability. He also explains how individual and collective action can drive meaningful environmental progress, even in politically divisive and challenging times. If you want to help us reach our goal of planting 30k trees AND get a free tree planted in your name, visit www.aclimatechange.com/trees to learn how.

    34 min
  6. 177: Simulating the Future: How Climate Models Shape Policy Decisions with Andrew Jones

    FEB 20

    177: Simulating the Future: How Climate Models Shape Policy Decisions with Andrew Jones

    Andrew Jones, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Climate Interactive joins us to explore groundbreaking climate simulation tools shaping global policy decisions. We dive into Climate Interactive’s En ROADS model, used by Congress members and educators worldwide, and we discuss its role in making climate science actionable. Andrew highlights effective climate solutions, challenges less impactful ones, and emphasizes the importance of reducing fossil fuel use and protecting forests. Tune in for a deep dive into how data-driven simulations bridge the gap between climate knowledge and action. If you want to help us reach our goal of planting 30k trees AND get a free tree planted in your name, visit www.aclimatechange.com/trees to learn how.

    31 min
  7. 176: How Personal Change Sparks Global Impact: Joshua Spodek's Sustainability Secrets

    FEB 13

    176: How Personal Change Sparks Global Impact: Joshua Spodek's Sustainability Secrets

    Astrophysicist, sustainability advocate, and author Dr. Joshua Spodek joins us to discusses breaking free from processed food addiction, building community-driven environmental solutions, and embracing the Spodek Method - a unique approach focusing on intrinsic motivation for sustainable action. Josh shares insights from his latest book, Sustainability Simplified, which captures Josh’s life journey and reveals how our culture became so polluting, and shows practical and liberating solutions for individuals, nations, and the world. You can pre-order his new book here: https://a.co/d/5HpYyXp If you want to help us reach our goal of planting 30k trees AND get a free tree planted in your name, visit www.aclimatechange.com/trees to learn how.

    29 min
  8. 175: Bill McKibben on Renewable Energy, Political Battles & Hope for the Planet

    FEB 6

    175: Bill McKibben on Renewable Energy, Political Battles & Hope for the Planet

    Renowned environmentalist, author, and journalist, Bill Mckibben joins us to discuss the landscape of renewable energy and climate action. We explore key developments, including the rapid adoption of solar power, China’s leadership in clean energy technology, and the impact of recent climate policies like the Inflation Reduction Act.

    32 min
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    A Climate Change with Matt Matern is a weekly show featuring influential guests from government, business, activism, academia, and culture. The show serves to inform its audience with a focus on environmental and climate issues. Join us as we commit to making "a climate change." Similar to these great podcasts: TED Climate, Reversing Climate Change, Climate One, My Climate Journey, Volts, America Adapts, & A Matter Of Degrees.

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    • Creator
      Matt Matern's Environmental Advocacy Podcast
    • Years Active
      2021 - 2025
    • Episodes
      184
    • Rating
      Clean
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      © A Climate Change with Matt Matern. @ 2024
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