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Lets Talk About ClimateUnpacking An Economy That Will Work For UsIn this episode of "Let's Talk About Climate," National Climate Fellows Sarah Hill and Monica Milanowski simplify complex ideas about climate change and our economy. They discuss the need for change in a system that often prioritizes profit over people and the planet. Using relatable examples like community gardens and participatory budgeting, they highlight how local initiatives can foster inclusivity and sustainability. Join the conversation to discover how we all play a role in creating a fairer, more sustainable future. CHANGE THE CHAMBER:Website: https://www.changethechamber.org LinkedIn: https://www...2025-04-1130 min
Lets Talk About ClimateWildfire Chronicles: Perspectives In Academia (Part 2)In this episode of ‘Let’s talk about Climate’, fire scientist and University of Michigan professor, Dr. Paige Fischer provides some crucial insight on human behavior in the face of fire. As remediation efforts persevere for the catastrophic LA Wildfires, Dr. Fischer talks us through individual and collective decision-making systems for both wildfire preparation and adaptation to climate change. Learn more about Dr. Paige Fischer: https://seas.umich.edu/research/faculty/alexandra-paige-fischer Learn more about the Western Forest and Fire Initiative:https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/wffi...2025-04-0426 min
Lets Talk About ClimateWildfire Chronicles: Perspectives In Academia (Part 1)In this episode of ‘Let’s talk about Climate’, we chat with Elizabeth Blake, a research assistant at the University of Washington working to compile a National Wildfire Disaster Dataset. As remediation efforts persevere for the catastrophic LA Wildfires, Elizabeth talks us through environmental health impacts and how her team’s dataset can help people across the country better prepare for disaster.You can find Elizabeth and Dr. Joan Casey’s Wildfire Disaster Dataset here: https://dataverse.harvard.edu/dataset.xhtml?persistentId=doi:10.7910/DVN/R73R85 RESOURCE GUIDES FOR LA FIRE VICTIMS: Wildfir...2025-03-0718 min
Lets Talk About ClimateFrom Classrooms to Climate Action: Fossil Fuel Free UConn’s Student-Led MovementIn this episode of our 'Let’s Talk About Climate' podcast, we chat with Riley Mack from Fossil Fuel Free UConn, based at the University of Connecticut, about the highs and lows of campus activism. Tune in as we explore the challenges of engaging students in fossil fuel divestment and discuss the vital role of climate action on campus.
FOSSIL FREE UCONN (FFFU):
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/fffuconn/home
CHANGE THE CHAMBER:
Website: https://www.changethechamber.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com...2025-02-0117 min
Lets Talk About ClimateNames, Nature, and Justice: Indigenous Voices in Climate ActionIn this episode of our “Let’s Talk About Climate” podcast we talk to Kimberly Smith, the Southern Appalachian Community Conservationist Specialist from The Wilderness Society and newly appointed member of the Federal Advisory Committee on Reconciliation in Place Names. From policy to place names, Indigenous people in the United States face oppression, prejudice, and racism in the outdoor environment. A member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, Kim illuminates efforts in the Southeastern United States for climate justice for Indigenous communities, emphasizing the importance of intergenerational healing, youth involvement, and tribal sovereignty in climate justice.
2024-12-0633 min
Lets Talk About ClimateFrom Fields to Policy: Farm Bill & Food JusticeIn this continuation of From Fields to Policy, Farm Bill & Food Justice we dive deeper into how the Farm Bill affects each of us, from the food we eat and how we access it, to the health of our communities and environment. Join Change the Chamber*Lobby for Climate and the Climate Action Campaign as we explore the role the Farm Bill plays in our food system and the bill’s environmental justice implications. This session details opportunities to create a more sustainable food system through other legislation and initiatives and the successes and challenges marginalized communities face in ag...2024-09-2759 min
Lets Talk About ClimateFrom Fields to Policy: Understanding the Farm BillAgriculture is essential to all of our lives, even if it often goes unnoticed. Climate change is changing agriculture and our food supply chains, and the U.S. Farm Bill, which is crucial to many aspects of our food systems, is up for renegotiation. From conservation to food assistance, the Farm Bill has far-reaching implications that it affects during its five-year lifespan. From Fields to Policy: Understanding the Farm Bill, the first of two virtual sessions on the Farm Bill by Change the Chamber*Lobby for Climate and co-sponsored by the Climate Action Campaign, compares and analyzes the current...2024-09-2654 min
Lets Talk About ClimateEnvironmental Benefits of Public Transportation: An LA Case StudyIn this episode of the "Let's Talk About Climate" podcast, Nora Cross interviews Kyle Rebar to learn more about current and future transportation options in L.A., and the impact of our transportation choices on the environment. The conversation focuses on reducing the use of private vehicles and venturing into using buses and metro when possible.
LINKS SHARED BY KYLE REBAR:
Website: https://kylerebar.biz
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-rebar-545103237/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylerebarf/
EPA stats about transportation emissions — https...2024-09-1144 min
Lets Talk About ClimateMeaningful Climate Action: From Social Media to Our CourtsIn this episode of the "Let's Talk About Climate" podcast, Sarah Hill interviews guests Eillin Delapaz-Aceves and Kian Tanner to discuss their changemaker journeys, including the power of social media, the importance of both education and empathy, and the landmark Montana Held case.
Eillin Delapaz-Aceves is the creator of Shes_Aesthete, a social media account dedicated to climate education and sustainability, as well as the Social Media and Online Content Coordinator at Our Children's Trust, a nonprofit public interest law firm representing youth in rights-based climate change litigation.
Kian...2024-08-2928 min
Lets Talk About ClimateVisions for An Equitable and Sustainable FutureChange the Chamber hosted an inspiring panel discussion on environmental justice and climate action in partnership with the Climate Action Campaign. This event highlighted the critical intersection of climate change and social injustices, emphasizing that environmental justice is a fundamental human right. Attendees heard powerful insights from advocates representing frontline communities, who shared how the Inflation Reduction Act can be utilized to promote equitable access to clean energy, reduce pollution, and empower community-led solutions. Our expert panelists illustrated the challenges they face and stressed the importance of centering their voices in our collective fight against climate change. Thank you...2024-08-061h 00
Lets Talk About ClimateGreen Jobs & Dream Jobs: New Opportunities & Inclusive Climate WinsThis event aimed to inspire and inform attendees about emerging opportunities in the green sector and shed light on how these careers can pave the way for a more inclusive and environmentally conscious economy.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CHANGE THE CHAMBER:
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RESOURCES FROM DEBRA ROWE:
Global Guidance Document - Education and Actions for Green Jobs - GGEGJ.pdf (unep.org) - https://wedocs.unep.org/bitstream/han...
Article: Green and Sustainability Jobs - Career Resources -https://drive.google...2024-06-111h 22
Lets Talk About ClimateClimate & Public Health In WisconsinThis event shed light on how climate change affects public health in Wisconsin. It highlighted the current initiatives aimed at curbing the detrimental effects of climate change, and examined ways to shield Wisconsinites from further climate-induced health risks. The discussion also included the recent revisions to air pollution standards and other measures taken by the Biden administration, which could potentially alleviate the climate impacts. Attendees were informed about steps they could take to accelerate progress in addressing climate change and its implications for public health.
Thank you to our inspiring speakers: Senator Jeff Smith (Wisconsin, District 31), Margaret...2024-03-271h 05
Lets Talk About ClimateEmpowering Youth In Environmental Justice: A Conversation With Young, Gifted, and GreenIn this episode of the "Let's Talk About Climate" podcast, Erika Pietrzak interviews Dionna Brown, National Director of the Youth EJ Griots Program for Young, Gifted, and Green, about environmental racism, activism, empowering youth, and insights from their work supporting communities impacted by crises like Flint's water crisis.
LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUNG, GIFTED, AND GREEN:
https://www.younggiftedgreen.org
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/change-the-chamber
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Lobb...2024-02-2115 min
Lets Talk About ClimateBehind the Scenes: Preparing the Next Generation of Environmental ChangemakersIn this episode of the "Let's Talk About Climate" podcast, Sarah Hill and Tony Passino discuss a new training developed by National Climate Fellows from Change the Chamber Lobby for Climate. As one of the first people to complete the training, Sarah shares how the training impacted their confidence and motivation. After learning about Sarah's experience, Tony talks about how the training was developed and what hopes there are for the future of the training. Interested in signing up for the training? Visit our website to learn more!
CHANGEMAKER TRAINING DETAILS & REGISTRATION:
h...2024-01-1024 min
Lets Talk About ClimateFinding Your Climate Voice: A Vital Conversation With Deborah McNamaraIn this episode of the "Let's Talk About Climate" podcast, former National Climate Fellow Will Felix talks with Deborah McNamara, Co-Executive Director of ClimateVoice, about the urgent need to strengthen climate policy and corporate climate action. They highlight a concerning trend: fossil fuel companies allocate over 50% of lobbying funds to obstruct climate progress, while the tech industry only dedicates 4-6% towards supporting climate policies. McNamara urges eco-conscious companies to boost advocacy, emphasizing ClimateVoice's impactful "Escape the Chamber" campaign.
RESOURCES FROM DEBORAH/CLIMATEVOICE:
ClimateVoice Website: https://climatevoice.org
Escape the Chamber Ca...2023-12-1922 min
Lets Talk About ClimateGreen Friday: An Anti-Black Friday MovementIn this episode of Let’s Talk About Climate, National Climate Fellows Meliya Soller and Alexandra Gonzalez have a conversation about “Green Friday”, in place of the long standing Black Friday craze.
They talk about the history and their own life experiences of Black Friday, and how we could better live sustainably by choosing to participate instead with Green Friday, an anti-Black Friday event. As overconsumption and consumerism continue to take a toll on our earth, we believe it is important and possible to hold onto values and actions that better our communities, rather than participate in wasteful a...2023-11-2522 min
Lets Talk About ClimateClimate Wins In MichiganTo tout and celebrate the funding from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and to discuss local implementation in Michigan, Change the Chamber hosted an educational webinar in partnership with the Climate Action Campaign. We presented how the IRA has benefitted Michigan particularly, with state-specific information about investments and projects made possible through IRA and IIJA funding and regulations. We also discussed present and upcoming opportunities to continue the progress these bills have created, focusing on achieving the science-based climate target of 50% greenhouse gas emissions reductions by 2030 and improved environmental justice.
Thank...2023-11-221h 00
Lets Talk About ClimateNet Zero in Our Time: Uniting Industry, Government and Society to Reach Climate GoalsIn this episode of "Let’s Talk About Climate" we hear about the transition to environmentally sustainable governance (ESG), particularly within our growing ocean economy, from our guest Dr. Jay Golden. ESG’s impacts on our society, government, and businesses go far beyond the surface level and must be analyzed extensively. Moreover, we discuss the rural-urban divide, how this impacts our transition to ESG, and how we can bridge this divide to effectively address climate issues.
RESOURCES FROM DR. GOLDEN:
https://www.dynamicslab.orghttps://issuu.com/dynamicslabsu/docs/...https://www.dynamicslab.org/dr-goldenhttps://www.maxwell.syr.edu/research/...https://www...2023-10-3036 min
Lets Talk About ClimateEmpowering Communities: A Conversation On Environmental Justice With Jennifer CardenasIn this episode of “Let’s Talk About Climate”, our Change the Chamber fellow Alexandra Xochil Gonzalez-Edgar (she/her) sits down and talks with Jennifer Cardenas (she/ella), a national campaign and grassroots organizer within the green non-profit sphere. Jennifer lives in Southern California’s Inland Empire, specifically Fontana.
In this episode we talked to Jennifer about the lived life experiences of frontline communities, which are communities that experience the most immediate and worst impacts of climate change and are most often communities of color, Indigenous, and low-income. Not only is Jennifer a person of rich and vast life...2023-10-1540 min
Lets Talk About ClimateTalking About Environmental Justice With EcoMadresIn this special episode of "Let’s Talk About Climate," hosted by Yesenia Chavez, we delve into the crucial intersection of environmental justice and Hispanic heritage. Joining us is Danielle Berkowitz-Sklar from EcoMadres, a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting young people’s health from climate and air pollution. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we explore how environmental issues disproportionately affect Hispanic communities and discuss key examples. The episode highlights the resilience and community empowerment efforts of EcoMadres, showcasing success stories and strategies employed to advocate for environmental justice.
As the episode wraps up, list...2023-10-1140 min
Lets Talk About ClimateDiving Into Baltimore’s Water CrisisBaltimore is a 62% Black port city on the coast of Maryland. It is the most populous city in Maryland and is the home of more than 200 neighborhoods and a city famous for its historical landmarks, excellent seafood, and tourist attractions. Its history stretches back to the 1700s, with redlining creating a cycle impacting public works, housing, and planning in the city that has been detrimental to the city’s majority-Black population. In this episode of Let’s Talk About Climate, National Climate Fellows Will Felix and Erika Pietrzak talk with Baltimore water quality experts Tom Pelton & Darin Crew about why...2023-10-0454 min
Lets Talk About ClimateClimate Wins In WisconsinChange the Chamber hosted a successful “Climate Wins In Wisconsin” event thanks to our engaging and informative speakers, Aaron Petykowski (Climate Action Campaign), Andrew Werthmann (Eau Claire, WI City Councilmember), and Katie Rosenburg (Mayor of Wausau, WI). It was great to hear about all the initiatives taking place in Wisconsin that have been made easier through federal climate legislation, including the Inflation Reduction Act, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the upcoming 2023 Farm Bill.2023-09-221h 15
Lets Talk About ClimateSolutions for PollutionOn this episode of Let's Talk About Climate, we celebrate our climate victories and discuss the power of our voices. Join us as we invite Aaron Petykowski from the Climate Action Campaign (CAC) to discuss CAC's Solution for Pollution and Climate Wins Here campaigns, and how we are closer to a greener future than you might think.
RESOURCES FROM CAC:
Climate Action Campaign Website: www.actonclimate.com
Solutions for Pollution Landing Page: www.actonclimate.com/solutions
Solutions for Pollution Action Plan (All the S4P Rules with Descriptions): www.actonclimate.com/_files/ugd/84646a_27cc4a55f4...2023-05-2229 min
Lets Talk About ClimateCentering Climate JusticeWhat is climate justice? Join Aryaana Khan to hear about what climate justice means to her and why you also need to care about it.
This podcast is available now on your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more episodes, go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate
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Lets Talk About ClimateLocal Climate SolutionsHave you ever wondered why it is important to focus on local climate solutions? We invite Elise Pierson to share her story and insights as a young person involved in local climate solutions in upper New York State.
This podcast is available now on your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more episodes, go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate
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Lets Talk About ClimatePlastic can't be a sustainable solutionJoin us to discover how plastic is related to climate change. Our discussion is focused on an article from the U.S Chamber of Commerce called “How Plastic Can Be a Sustainable Solution for Climate Change”, where we invite Shen to share her opinions and arguments.
Resource:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Asxg3qqkAi8&feature=youtu.be
https://www.uschamber.com/on-demand/climate-change/how-plastic-can-be-a-sustainable-solution-for-climate-change?autoplay=12022-07-1114 min
Lets Talk About ClimateEl Futuro Florece: Achieving a Blooming Future Through Political Action in Monterey, MexicoOn this episode, Becca interviews fellow Diego Colunga about his work trying to create a political party, El Futuro Florece, in Monterey, Mexico, to achieve climate solutions and more rigorous climate policy.
You can find out more about El Futuro Florece or join in their efforts by following them at @elfuturoflorece on instagram, on Facebook at facebook.com/elfuturoflorece, or you can email Diego at dcolunga2@gmail.com.
This podcast is available now on your podcast platform of choice, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://a...2022-06-2426 min
Lets Talk About ClimateWomen & Climate ChangeCome learn about Raquel's blog post on Celebrating Women’s History Month. This episode highlights the main theme of Raquel's blog and her personal climate journey as a young woman. Read about Raquel's blog here: https://www.changethechamber.org/news-research/celebrating-womens-history-month
This podcast is available now on your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate
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Lets Talk About ClimateBlack & Women's History MonthCome listen to our Black youth leaders Kendall, Kortni, and Gabriela about their climate change journeys and reflections. This episode also covers topics on misconceptions, thoughts on future climate leadership, justice and equity challenges, and more!
This podcast is available now your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate
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Lets Talk About ClimateEnvironment & HolidaysJoin us for our holiday special with Becca and Yin as we talk with about how holiday celebrations impact our environment and what you can do. Thank you for listening to our podcast since 2020 and we hope everyone has a safe and joyful holiday!
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Lets Talk About ClimateCreating a Green and Inclusive Workforce with Mari Nishimura and Dr. Debra RoweJoin Jill and Yin as they talk with Mari Nishimura, the Associate Programme Management Officer at UNEP, and Debra Rowe, President of the U.S. Partnership for Sustainable Development, about creating the green and inclusive workforce necessary for climate solutions. Check out Debra and Mari's insightful report titled "Global Guidance for Education on Green Jobs: Connecting Higher Education and Green Opportunities for Planetary Health". It's a great resource for students, professors, and those looking to enter the green workforce!
This podcast is available now your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where y...2021-11-1718 min
Lets Talk About ClimateSeason 2: Meet the HostsThis episode, we introduce our hosts for season 2 and have a lighthearted discussion about Halloween! This podcast is available now your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate
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Let's Talk About Climate is a podcast created by #ChangeTheChamber and #LobbyForClimate fellows to talk...2021-10-3134 min
Lets Talk About ClimateClimate Voice's 1 in 5 for 1.5: corporate climate advocacy and lobbyingThis episode, we join in celebrating the launch of Climate Voice's new campaign '1 in 5 for 1.5' and talk about corporate climate advocacy and lobbying, especially in the tech industry. Sign their petition here: https://1in5for1point5.org/#sign and find them on social media @ClimateVoiceOrg on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedln. This podcast is available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more! Find out more at anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimatepod2021-04-1230 min
Lets Talk About ClimateGender Equality and Climate with the University of Arkansas AWIS chapterDon’t miss this episode as we celebrate Women’s History month with Katy Dupree and Whitney Murchison—the cofounders of the University of Arkansas chapter of the Association for Women in Science. Join us as we discuss women in STEM, the intersection between gender and the climate, and the importance of empowering women. Visit their website at https://www.awis.org/ to learn more about their great initiative. As always, this podcast is available now at your podcast platform of choice, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. #changethechamber #lobbyforclimate #letstalkaboutclimate2021-03-2942 min
Lets Talk About ClimateChanging Education to Empower Youth Environmental Leaders with Greg EvansThis episode we talk with Greg Evans, the founder of Seeds Training, as he re-imagines the curricula of education to include more humanity, training leadership skills in youth, and the critical role youth plays in reshaping politics and in tackling the climate crisis. Find out more about Greg and Seeds Training at http://www.seedstraining.com
This podcast is available now your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate2021-03-1547 min
Lets Talk About ClimateHumanistic Change, Sustainability, and Business with Dr. Michael PirsonIn this episode, Dr. Micael Pirson, president of the International Humanistic Management Association and current professor at Fordham University, talks with us about climate change, lobbying, economics, and more. Dr. Pirson has been cited over 3,000 times, has researched as a fellow at Harvard University, and traveled the world learning about the disconnect between management and a contemporary understanding of human value. We discuss how his research connects to the battle for climate action, exploring how we got here and what the next steps should be.
More from Dr. Michael Pirson:
Recent Publication: https://www.amazon...2021-03-0126 min
Lets Talk About ClimateThe New Administrative Tone with Climate ChangeThis episode, join #changethechamber fellows as we discuss how Biden's administration's tone with addressing climate change is changing the conversation, what that means for the climate sphere, and what we would like to see the administration focus on in tackling this issue. This podcast is available now your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate2021-02-1546 min
Lets Talk About ClimateMeet our Mentor: Dr. Debra RoweThis episode we talk with our campaign mentor, Debra Rowe, on introducing sustainability in higher education, mapping the transition into clean green energy, and how to pave your own career path in sustainability. This podcast is available now your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate2021-02-0151 min
Lets Talk About ClimateChange the Chamber CampaignThis episode, we invite our fellow Change the Chamber fellows to talk about the #ChangeTheChamber and #LobbyForClimate campaign. We discuss the importance of our campaign, reveal the inner working, and provide a sneak peek of what is to come. This podcast is available now your podcast platform of choice including Spotify and Google Podcasts, to find where you can listen to more go to https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutclimate . Learn more about our campaign at changethechamber.org2021-01-1856 min
Lets Talk About ClimateMeet Your HostsThis episode, we introduce our hosts and set our aspirations for this podcast! Join us #ChangeTheChamber and #LobbyForClimate fellows as we launch a podcast to talk about climate change and climate legislation with guests ranging from scientists, grassroots campaigners, politicians, and others every fortnight. The show is available now on youtube and your podcast platform of choice. Learn more about our campaign at changethechamber.org2021-01-0431 min