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A Climate Change with Matt MaternTrump’s Environmental Manifesto (and Why It’s a Joke)In today’s bonus episode, Matt is joined by comedian and writer Bill Kessler, to take a lighter look at President Trump’s infamous UN speech from last week. They dive into Trump’s climate denial on the world stage, his bizarre tangents about wind energy, and the sheer comedy gold of his word salads. This episode is meant to be more fun and less heavy than usual - we hope you enjoy the laughs while still catching the serious undertones. Let us know what you think, and if you’d like to see more episodes like this in the futu...
2025-10-0336 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern209: How One Executive Transformed Corporate Climate Strategy with Alexia KellyWhile corporate companies chase returns and profits, there are those few who chase sustainability, and even fewer who get it right. In this episode, we sit down with Alexia Kelly, Managing Director of the High Tide Foundation and former Netflix sustainability executive, to explore the complex world of greenhouse gas accounting and carbon credits. Backed by her extensive and high-stakes experience in key sustainability events and milestones, her insights offer an understanding of how leading companies are investing in nature-based solutions, why standardized carbon market rules are crucial for scaling climate action, and how corporate sustainability initiatives can drive...
2025-10-0241 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern207: A Documentarian’s Duty to Climate Action with Olga LoginovaFilm and writing have forever inspired change, pushing the masses into action. This applies to climate action, too. In this episode of A Climate Change, we speak with documentarian Olga Loginova about her groundbreaking work chronicling environmental and social justice issues. Listen in for a deep dive into her powerful three-part series on America's first federally-funded climate relocation project and her upcoming film on medicinal plant deforestation in Brazil. Through the conversation, Olga shares intimate insights into how documentary storytelling can illuminate critical environmental challenges. Through stories of indigenous communities, traditional knowledge, and environmental defenders, she shines a light on...
2025-09-1836 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern206: Everything We Can Learn From Indigenous Communities About Climate Action with James FountainWhen it comes to climate action, the West’s solutions are falling short by a mile; thousands of miles. It’s indigenous communities that have the knowledge to unlock the secret to successful climate action. In the latest episode of A Climate Change, we unpack all there is to learn from these communities, courtesy of James Fountain, an ESG expert, cultural geographer, and award-winning author of ‘Our Changing World’. Tune in as he reveals how indigenous wisdom and cultural geography offer vital insights into addressing climate change and environmental sustainability on both local and global scales. Unsurprisingly, their perspectives can inform m...
2025-09-1126 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern204: Why Trump’s Wind Power Myths Are Hurting His Supporters the Most with Rob VerchickIn the fight against clean energy, who really wins? Trump supporters may think it’s them, but this episode of A Climate Change reveals another story altogether. In this eye-opening conversation with Rob Verchick, environmental law professor and former EPA deputy administrator, we explore critical developments in ocean conservation, renewable energy challenges, and climate resilience. From Louisiana's coastal restoration efforts to the political dynamics affecting offshore wind development, Rob shares invaluable insights on navigating environmental progress despite federal resistance. Tune in for a pragmatic look at both the obstacles and the opportunities in climate action today and gain a deeper un...
2025-08-2835 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern202: Global Warming Solutions Need Multiple Winners with Beth SawinWe’ve all heard the phrase “two birds, one stone,” and most of us love it. Now, what if this approach could be applied to large-scale climate action?
In the latest episode of A Climate Change, we sit down with Beth Sawin - a trailblazing climate activist, a PhD in Biology from MIT and Founder and Director of the Multisolving Institute - to talk about the 360-degree approach to environmentalism the world needs today. Tune in to understand how addressing climate change through strategic actions can simultaneously solve multiple societal challenges, from public health to economic vitality.
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2025-08-1430 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern201: Patricia Lee on Embedding Sustainability in Higher EducationGlobal environmental change begins with a university that thoroughly understands sustainability. In this episode of A Climate Change, we speak with Patricia Lee, Sustainability Project Officer at Griffith University in Australia. Patricia shares how Griffith became a global leader in sustainability through cross-campus collaboration, Indigenous knowledge integration, and a deep commitment to education. From waste management to climate action plans, Patricia highlights the power of embedding sustainability into institutional culture and values, and the role of education in shaping a more just and resilient future.
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2025-08-0735 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern200: CELEBRATING 200 EPISODES: A Look Back
We made it to Episode 200! Today, we look back at four and a half years of meaningful conversations with some of the brightest minds in the climate movement - scientists, policymakers, activists, and visionaries who are shaping our future. We reflect on the challenges we've explored, the progress we've witnessed, and the urgent work still ahead. Through these inspiring guests, we've learned that individual choices and collective action both matter. This episode celebrates their insight and passion, and reaffirms our commitment to staying engaged, informed, and hopeful in the fight for our planet.
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2025-08-0550 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern199: Daniel Farber on How Technology Will Outpace Climate Denial
Legal expertise meets environmental activism in this revealing discussion about fighting back against anti-environmental policies through strategic litigation and state-level action.
In this episode of A Climate Change, we speak with Daniel Farber from UC Berkeley Law School, a constitutional and environmental law expert, to explore effective strategies for combating harmful environmental policies and maintaining progress on climate action despite federal opposition. Tune in as Daniel shares insights on state-level climate action, the future of EPA regulations, and how litigation can protect environmental progress. Learn why creative approaches and persistent legal challenges remain vital tools in...
2025-07-2440 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern197: How LA’s Mega-Fires Created a 100-Mile Chemical Disaster with Tracy QuinnWe’ve tested the limits of our planet plenty, and the water war has officially begun. But what if there was an antidote to the toxins polluting the dominant color of the globe?
In this compelling episode of A Climate Change, host Matt Matern sits down with Tracy Quinn, President and CEO of Heal the Bay, to explore the devastating impacts of recent Los Angeles fires on marine ecosystems and coastal waters. Tracy shares critical insights on climate change's role in harmful algal blooms, the challenges of testing ocean contaminants, and innovative solutions for stormwater capture and water resilience. Fr...
2025-07-1034 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern196: Why Health Must Be at the Heart of Climate Action with Shweta NarayanWhat if health could be the key to driving climate action?
In this episode of A Climate Change, we sit down with Shweta Narayan, Campaign Lead at the Global Climate Health Alliance, about how public health is a powerful lever for global climate action. Drawing from her childhood in an industrial town in India, Shweta explores the climate health impact of the air pollution crisis, the role of environmental justice, and how sustainable healthcare systems and preventative healthcare can transform both patient outcomes and the planet.
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2025-07-0339 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern195: Peter Waggonner Explains Why Louisiana’s Coastal Future Matters to Us All
Can bold policy and innovative engineering reverse one of the world’s worst land loss crises?
In this episode of A Climate Change, we speak with Peter Waggonner, Senior Policy Adviser for Greater New Orleans Inc., about Louisiana’s urgent battle to stop coastal erosion, and how a $50 billion restoration plan is reshaping environmental policy. Peter also discusses the threats of saltwater intrusion and urgency for flood insurance reform to protect climate-vulnerable regions.
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2025-06-2636 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern194: Apocalyptic Optimism and Climate Action with Dr. Dana R. Fisher
Can our current social movements overcome political inertia to save us from the climate crisis, or is apocalyptic optimism our best path forward?
In this episode of A Climate Change, we speak with Dr. Dana R. Fisher, Director at the Center for Environment, Community and Equity, Professor at the School of International Service, and author of Saving Ourselves, about how climate activism, apocalyptic optimism, and community resilience can challenge fossil fuel interests and shape stronger environmental policy. We explore youth protests, consumer boycotts, and the power of science-informed climate crisis strategies to turn despair into action...
2025-06-1924 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern193: How Antoinette Vermilye Fights for Oceans and Environmental JusticeAntoinette Vermilye Bio:
Antoinette Vermilye is the co-founder of the Gallifrey Foundation and a passionate advocate for ocean conservation, plastic pollution reduction, and gender equity in climate leadership. With a background spanning marketing, design, and social impact, she connects people and ideas to create action-oriented solutions. Known for her creative thinking and coalition-building, Antoinette works across sectors to address complex environmental and social challenges. She is also a co-founder of She Changes Climate, promoting women’s leadership in global environmental decision-making.
About Gallifrey Foundation:
Gallifrey identifies collaborative opportunities to tackle ocean co...
2025-06-1233 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern192: Paasha Mahdavi Breaks Down the Power Politics Behind Climate ChangeClimate solutions require more than innovation; they need policy, accountability, and informed citizens ready to demand change where it matters most.
You can find Paasha Mahdavi’s book, Power Grab: Political Survival through Extractive Resource Nationalization on Amazon.
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Paasha Mahdavi is a Vice Chair of the Political Science and Environmental Science & Management Department at UC Santa Barbara. He directs the Energy Governance and Political Economy (EGAPE) La...
2025-06-0545 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern191: A Climate Report Card on Trump 2.0 with Kiley Bense
Kiley Bense Bio:
Kiley Bense is a Reporter with Inside Climate News and covers climate change and the environment, focusing on Pennsylvania, politics, energy, and public health. She has reported on the effects of the fracking boom in Pennsylvania, the expansion of the American plastics industry, and the intersection of climate change and culture. Her previous work has appeared in the New York Times, the Atlantic, Smithsonian Magazine, the Believer, and Sierra Magazine, and she holds master’s degrees in journalism and creative writing from Columbia University. She is based in Pennsylvania.
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2025-05-2918 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern190: Funny, Fierce, and Fossil-Free: Comedy Meets Climate Action with Rasheda Crockett
You can catch Rasheda at this year’s Hollywood Climate Summit June 2nd-4th! Get your tickets now at www.hollywoodclimatesummit.com
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Rasheda Crocket Bio:
Rasheda Crockett is an award-winning writer, actress, and CEO of RSC Productions, LLC, and is known for using comedy to drive social and environmental impact. A Brooklyn native raised in Long Island, Rasheda earned her B.B.A. from Temple Un...
2025-05-2228 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern189: How to Fund Climate Action with Mauricio Porras
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Mauricio Porras Bio
Mauricio Porras is the Co-Founder of HERO, a groundbreaking platform established in 2020 that provides basic income support to climate activists, researchers, and mobilizers worldwide. With a background in communications and impact-driven advertising, he has transformed his expertise into creating sustainable funding mechanisms for climate leaders. As the host of the Climate Humans podcast and a TEDx speaker, Mauricio champions the...
2025-05-1536 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern188: Climate Action Is Not a Joke, But It Helps to Laugh with Esteban Jorge GastIf 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.
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2025-05-0831 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern187: Saving the Planet, One Circular Economy At a Time with Elin BergmanElin Bergman Bio
Elin Bergman is the Executive Director of CradleNet Sweden and co-founder of the Nordic Circular Hotspot, alongside her role as Senior Advisor at SUCCESS Stockholm University. With over a decade of leadership in circular economy initiatives, she has transformed Cradlenet into one of the world's oldest and most influential circular economy networks. Beginning her career in the gaming and film industry, Bergman pivoted to environmental work and has since become a leading voice in sustainability and circular economy practices across the Nordic region. She leads weekly "Circular Fridays" educational sessions with 50 member companies, authors influential reports...
2025-05-0137 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern176: How Personal Change Sparks Global Impact: Joshua Spodek’s Sustainability SecretsAstrophysicist, 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
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2025-02-1328 min
A Climate Change with Matt MaternA Climate Change with Matt Matern - TrailerJoin Matt Matern in his weekly climate podcast where we explore environmental and political issues, inspire action, and create a coalition to save our planet.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so
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2024-10-0101 min
A Climate Change with Matt Matern157: Susan Solomon Discusses Renewables, Net Zero, and Climate SolutionsDr. Susan Solomon joins the podcast to discuss climate change solutions and her book "Solvable: How We Healed the Earth, and How We Can Do It Again." She highlights the growing use of renewables, the need for grid modernization, and stresses achieving net zero by 2050. Dr. Solomon shares her hope for the future as more of the public and our leadership shift their views on the climate crisis.
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2024-08-3053 minA Climate Change with Matt Matern141: Driving Societal Change, Insights with Anti-Dread Climate Podcast’s Caleigh Wells. How to create a TIPPING POINT!Matt Matern talks with Caleigh Wells, a KCRW reporter covering climate, environment, and public health, about her show, "The Anti-Dread Climate Podcast." They explore the podcast's focus on addressing climate change without inducing fear and dread for Gen Z and Gen Xers, discussing personal choices' impact on climate change, including the decision to have children. Caleigh emphasizes how she finds hope in humanity's adaptability to create SOLUTIONS to address the climate crisis.
Caleigh mentions practical actions, such as local climate initiatives, addressing plastic pollution, and engaging with political leaders. Matt & Caleigh conclude with a focus on inspiring behavioral...
2024-02-0547 minA Climate Change with Matt Matern140: From the White House insider to Climate Activist: Paul Bledsoe’s Insights on Biden, the IRA, China, and more!Paul Bledsoe, former Clinton White House official, discusses urgent climate issues, methane reduction, global cooperation, and Biden's climate plan in a comprehensive interview with Matt Matern. They delve into the need to address climatic tipping points.
They focus on China's role and global cooperation are discussed, along with the enforceability of climate agreements. The podcast concludes with insights on Biden's climate plan and the economic benefits of clean energy innovation. Tune in for an exploration of key environmental challenges. #ClimateChange #MethaneReduction #GlobalCooperation #CleanEnergyA Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so
2024-01-2947 min
How To Protect The OceanMindset change of everyday life needed to reduce climate change and protect the oceanIn this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the urgent need for action to address climate change and protect the ocean. While there is growing awareness and conversations about these issues, the actions taken do not always align with the words. Time is running out, and it is crucial that tangible actions are taken to make a positive impact. Lewin emphasizes the importance of moving beyond empty promises and actually implementing effective measures to safeguard the ocean and combat climate change. Link to A Climate Change Podcast: https://podcasts.apple...
2024-01-1226 minHow To Protect The OceanMindset change of everyday life needed to reduce climate change and protect the oceanIn this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Lewin discusses the urgent need for action to address climate change and protect the ocean. While there is growing awareness and conversations about these issues, the actions taken do not always align with the words. Time is running out, and it is crucial that tangible actions are taken to make a positive impact. Lewin emphasizes the importance of moving beyond empty promises and actually implementing effective measures to safeguard the ocean and combat climate change. Link to A Climate Change Podcast: https://podcasts.apple...
2024-01-1226 min
THE BACKSTORY WITH OMOBOLA STEPHENE026: MAKING CLIMATE CHANGE LESS POLITICISED WITH ETHAN BROWNEthan Brown is the Founder and Host of The Sweaty Penguin, an award-winning comedy environmental podcast working to make climate change less overwhelming, less politicized, and more fun. He is also a Writer and Commentator for Young Voices. His writing has appeared in outlets such as Newsweek, The Hill, and Orange County Register, and he has appeared as an expert on programs such as Scripps News, KABC's "A Climate Change with Matt Matern," KURV's "956 Drive Home," SiriusXM's "Stacy on the Right," and The Skeptic's Guide to the Universe among many others. On The Backstory With Omobola Stephen, it was gr...
2023-11-1614 minA Climate Change with Matt Matern120: Ethan Brown, The Sweaty Penguin HostMatt speaks with Ethan Brown, founder and host of the award winning, tongue-in-cheek environmental podcast, The Sweaty Penguin, as well as the podcast, Tip of the Iceberg. Ethan will dazzle you with his in-depth knowledge about how to tackle climate change.
Ethan, the creator & found of Boston University's satirical publication, The Bunion, uses humor and the separation of facts vs. fiction to propose climate solutions and address our climate crisis head on.A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so
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2023-07-2447 min
This Sustainable Life694: Matthew Matern, part 1: Running for President on SustainabilityMatt invited me to his podcast, A Climate Change. We stayed in touch after recording. He shared that he ran for President, including supporting sustainability. A goal of this podcast is to bring elected officials of all stripes. While he didn't get that many votes, he ran for several reasons, including to run as a Republican opposing Donald Trump. Listen to our conversation to learn more of his motivation.I wanted to bring him here not for the campaign alone but for his acting with integrity and character, even if not a huge campaign. How many pro-sustainability...
2023-06-2158 minA Climate Change with Matt Matern111: Christine O’Donnell, Emmy-Nominated TV Journalist & Podcast Coach, Founder of Bright SightedListen in as Christine dives deep into Matt’s past. Learn about Matt’s story and what brought him to be passionate about the environmental movement and why he challenged Donald Trump for the Republican nomination in 2020.
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2023-05-3145 minA Climate Change with Matt Matern100: Robert Verchick & Leslie Field: Strategies for a Sustainable FutureMatt Matern speaks with Dr. Leslie Field from Stanford and Robert Verchick, Environmental Law Chair at Loyola University. Robert Verchick discusses his focus on climate resilience and disaster response, influenced by Hurricane Katrina, and highlights Biden's climate efforts.
Field talks about preserving ice to combat climate change and improve water management. They discuss methane emissions and carbon capture challenges, emphasizing political will and collective action. Verchick promotes his podcast, "Connect the Dots."A Climate Change With Matt Matern is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so
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2023-03-0747 minA Climate Change with Matt Matern97: Dana Thomas, Author & European Sustainability Editor, British VogueJoin Matt for riveting conversation with Dana Thomas about sustainability and the environmental impacts of the fashion industry.
DANA THOMAS is the author of Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion and the Future of Clothes, Fashionopolis Young Readers Edition, Gods and Kings: The Rise and Fall of Alexander McQueen and John Galliano, and the New York Times bestseller Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Luster, all published by Penguin Press. She hosts “The Green Dream,” a podcast focused on sustainability and human rights, produced by Wondercast.
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2023-02-1347 min
Brand New Me with Chaute3. Vote! Let the Country hear your VoiceFounding Director of “Championing America at Her Best” and former Presidential Candidate Matt Matern joins us to discuss the presidential election 2020! Our political party doesn’t determine our vote, Matt Matern shares insight into the state of America and how Your vote matters!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2020-11-1740 min