Today, we have a man who needs no introduction: Patrick ‘Paddy’ Gower. Paddy is an incredibly well-respected journalist in Aotearoa, known for tackling complex issues head-on. His latest documentary, On Ice, focuses on climate change and his journey to Antarctica.
In this episode, he shares:
- Why he decided to cover climate change
- What it was like in Antarctica
- What he learned during his time in Antarctica
- The alarming impact Antarctica has on the rest of the world
- Why he finds Antarctic scientists so impressive
- Why adaptation to climate change is necessary and why discussions should focus on realistic approaches and solutions
- How he managed communicating with climate deniers
- His opinion on how mainstream media is handling climate change
- Why he believes strong leadership is crucial to overcoming the climate crisis
Key Quotes:
- “There’s no way to sugar-coat it; the media can do more when it comes to climate.”
- “Antarctica has so much power and control over the rest of the world.”
- “You can't look down on people because they've got a different view from you."
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