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Flanigan's Eco-LogicStephan Crawford - ClimateMusic 5-23-25In this episode of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted interviews Stephan Crawford, the founder and executive producer of ClimateMusic. Stephan is a San Francisco-based fine artist who in 2014 developed ClimateMusic. Frustrated by the lack of action to combat the very real threat of the climate emergency, Stephan brought together musicians with science experts to develop musical messages to educate and inspire action. In addition, ClimateMusic brings together visual artists and videographers to enhance and spread its messaging far and wide.Stephan and his ~40 collaborators have found that music is a good entry point for those that mi...
2025-05-2633 min
Science in ParallelClimate Modeling: Compelling Research Questions and Human ConcernsSeason 4 of Science in Parallel centers around creativity and computing, starting with an interview about climate modeling. At this nexus of physics, earth science, mathematics and computing, researchers are also racing against the clock to accurately predict how global climate is shifting before the changes happen. Pulling all the scientific pieces together and communicating those results so that others can use them are significant creative challenges—ones that both Tapio Schneider and Emily de Jong of California Institute of Technology have embraced. In our conversation, Tapio and Emily describe how both the science and societal im...
2023-09-2736 min
Everyday Climate ChampionsEpisode 11: Music as a Voice for Climate Action (song excerpts included!)In this 15-minute episode, we hear from songwriter Pete Kronowitt of the Face the Music Collective and Music Declares Emergency U.S. We also listen to excerpts of three engaging climate activist songs he is associated with. (Hint: prepare to rock!) He’s organizing a campaign for one of the songs, “I Wanna be Cool,” to be released in late 2023. Pete aims to have a large number of kids sing the chorus and simultaneously make a commitment to take at least one effective climate action.
Great Guest Quote: “Using the creative process can connect people in different ways. Th...
2023-07-1914 min
Future OptimistEp. 122 - Eduardo Del Signore: Visualizing Climate Change Data with MusicEduardo Del Signore is a 2020 Grammy-nominated and Award-winning Musician and the founder of the A Call 2Peace Foundation. He leverages technology, science, and music to spur climate action. Through The ClimateMusic Project, Eduardo uses data visuals from climate scientists for his musical interpretation of the fight against climate change. He just got back from a performance at the World Economic Forum, and we discuss the clarity of vision he had that brought him to this highly unusual and rewarding path. Connecting the dots between seemingly unrelated things is my favorite part of this sho...
2022-11-2555 min
Climate VibesDr. Hoi Fei Mok - San Leandro Office of SustainabilityThis episode of Climate Vibes with Dr. Hoi Fei Mok focuses on the importance of climate storytelling, especially for youth.Fei is the sustainability manager at the City of San Leandro, and they build out equitable, community-driven climate solutions in their hometown of San Leandro.
2022-08-1215 min
Climate VibesCrystal Huang - People Power Solar CooperativeIn this episode, Crystal Huang of the People Power Solar Co-op encourages us to reframe our existentially necessary transition to clean energy as an opportunity to promote social equity. As the name of the co-op suggests, this literal power transition away from fossil fuels is also a chance to bring more power to the people. Crystal is an experienced community organizer and founding member of the People Power Solar Co-op, which includes Oakland communities in the solar energy movement. She is also a co-founder of The Cross Pollinators, which promotes the exchange of ideas between changemakers.
2021-09-2128 min
Climate VibesDr. Andy Jones and Melecio EstrellaThis episode features a stimulating and uplifting conversation with Dr. Andy Jones and Melecio Estrella on the intersection of the arts and sciences; as well as on the future of the climate movement.Andy is Deputy Director of the Climate Readiness Institute and a research scientist in the Climate and Ecosystem Sciences Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.Melecio Estrella is the artistic director of Bandaloop, a world renowned dance company and pioneer in the field of vertical performance.
2021-06-2121 min
Climate VibesYury Revich - Green MusicIn this episode I met with renowned classical violinist, Yury Revich and pianist and concert manager, Yuliya Draganova in Vienna to talk about what led them to use their music for climate change activism and exactly how they are changing their world with their newest project, Green Music.Yury is an award-winning violinist who has performed on the world's most prestigious music stages, including Carnegie Hall, La Scala, and with the Berlin Philharmonic.Yuliya has performed across Europe, has won several awards at festivals and competitions across Europe, and is also fully devoted piano teacher.
2021-03-3021 min
Climate VibesLiore Milgrom-Gartner - Interfaith, Power, & LightIn this episode I met up with Liore Milgrom-Gartner, Northern Director of the California chapter of the organization, Interfaith Power & Light. Interfaith Power & Light is an organization tackling climate change through a faith based approach, advocating for climate policy at the state and national level, and working with all types of congregations to promote clean energy and environmentally conscious behavior.To learn more about ILP check out their website: https://www.interfaithpowerandlight.org/To learn more about the Climate Music Project check us out at: https://climatemusic.org/
2021-01-2718 minClimate VibesAY Young - Battery TourIn this episode, musician, entrepreneur, and sustainability leader, AY Young, and his business partner, Thor, discuss Battery Tour, AY’s venture to get the world plugged in using solar energy, moving on to talk about how AY became a sustainable music icon and his hopes for the future of sustainable energy.
2020-11-2421 minClimate VibesScarlet Rivera - A Voice for Animals and the PlanetIn this episode, world renowned violinist and activist, Scarlet Rivera talks about how she uses her music to lend a voice for animals and for the planet. Not only has she played with music legends such as Bob Dylan and Tracy Chapman, but has and continues to stand up for animals rights, indigenous rights, environmental and social justice, and world peace. Check out her music and work at scarletriveramusic.com, on Spotify, or YouTube.
2020-10-0819 min
Inquiring MindsTelling the story of climate change with musicThis week we talk to Stephan Crawford about The ClimateMusic Project, an organization that hopes to, through music, tell the urgent story of climate change.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/inquiringminds
2020-09-2222 minClimate VibesEduardo del Signore - Music and PeaceIn the latest episode, composer and bassist, Eduardo del Signore talks about the power of peace and music in changing the world and addressing climate change. To learn more about Eduardo's life, and advocacy work head over to signoremusic.com or check his music on Spotify, SoundCloud, or YouTube.
2020-09-0119 minClimate VibesAlisa Singer - Environmental GraphitiJoin us for a conversation with climate artist Alisa Singer, creator of Environmental Graphiti. Alisa talks about her project, the impact of climate change, and how she hopes her work can inspire others to take action. For more information about Alisa and her art visit environmentalgraphiti.org.
2020-08-0419 min
Green Team Academy049: 2019 Earth Week Virtual Summit OverviewEpisode 049: 2019 Earth Week Virtual Summit Overview Take a tour of the 2019 Earth Week Virtual Summit! www.EarthWeekSummit.com What is it? Originally aired April 22 - 28, 2019, the Summit features a total of 24 interviews featuring community leaders and experts. Each session provides tips and actionable advice from people who are making a real eco-impact on the ground. Save yourself years of wasting time, by learning proven strategies that are working right now! Can I still access the Summit? Yes! The Summit is available on-demand. Purchase access for just $97. Download t...
2019-05-0939 min