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Green Thread explores the connections between climate, conservation, and the choices shaping our future. Join A&A each week as they unravel big issues, share stories, and spark conversations about how we can all make a difference—one thread at a time.

  1. -Ology Series pt 4 ichthyology

    14/07/2025

    -Ology Series pt 4 ichthyology

    Welcome back to another episode in our -ologies saga. Today's episode is "Sharkology". Dive deep with us into Ichthyology, the often underexplored science of fish (more specifically sharks), and discover just how intricately these aquatic lives are intertwined with the health of our entire planet. WEBSITE: www.greenthreadpod.com GUEST SPEAKER: Kayley Shepherd (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayley-shepherd-657896173/)

    35 min

  2. 07/07/2025

    Frayed Nerves Green Threads

    Are you feeling the weight of the climate crisis? This episode dives into the unseen emotional toll of climate anxiety, exploring why so many of us feel overwhelmed and paralyzed by environmental threats. We'll untangle the complex threads of dread and despair, validating these powerful emotions while also exploring how understanding them can actually weave new pathways to resilience and effective action. Tune in to transform your climate concerns into a force for change.WEBSITE: www.greenthreadpod.com (our climate resources mentioned are here) RESOURCES:All We Can Save - Ayana Elizabeth Johnson & Katharine K Wilkinsonhttps://www.allwecansave.earth/https://time.com/7280989/climate-anxiety-mental-health-young-people/

    45 min

  3. 30/06/2025

    The Digital Weave: AI Continued

    From predicting deforestation to crafting persuasive deepfakes, Artificial Intelligence is rapidly weaving new threads into the very fabric of our environmental future. This episode dives into the unseen algorithms and complex networks that power AI, exploring how this technology is both a powerful tool for conservation and a perilous threat spreading disinformation. We'll unravel the ethical knots of AI's influence on advocacy and activism, examining how we can harness its potential for good without getting caught in its deceptive tangle.WEBSITE: www.greentreadpod.comTIMESTAMPS:00:00: intro + fun fact02:07: factors that AI influences03:52: types of AI04:45: AI water & energy consumption 13:46: how AI can be used for good + machine ethics podcast15:30: how AI is used in media + potential threats19:43: more sustainable approach to AI21:23: ways to ethically use AI23:22: how to cut down your individual usage of energy from AIRESOURCES:https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2024-cop29-climate-change-targets/https://www.iea.org/news/ai-is-set-to-drive-surging-electricity-demand-from-data-centres-while-offering-the-potential-to-transform-how-the-energy-sector-workshttps://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-to-matter/ai-has-high-data-center-energy-costs-there-are-solutions#:~:text=Surging%20demand%20for%20artificial%20intelligence%20has%20had,2026%2C%20fueled%20in%20part%20by%20AI%20adoption.https://www.cloudcomputing-news.net/news/aws-unveils-11-billion-investment-in-georgia-data-centres/https://www.thetimes.com/uk/technology-uk/article/thirsty-chatgpt-uses-four-times-more-water-than-previously-thought-bc0pqswdrhttps://www.tomshardware.com/news/just-five-chatgpt-queries-can-use-16oz-of-water-say-researchershttps://www.machine-ethics.net/podcast/deepdive-ai-and-the-environment/https://smartly.ai/blog/the-carbon-footprint-of-chatgpt-how-much-co2-does-a-query-generatehttps://news.un.org/en/story/2025/05/1162856https://www.techradar.com/pro/worlds-smallest-nvidia-ai-server-launched-but-barely-anyone-noticed-asrocks-mecai-is-powered-by-the-gh200-grace-superchip-but-is-so-small-you-could-possibly-put-it-under-a-deskhttps://aiplusinfo.medium.com/meta-introduces-ai-generated-users-on-social-media-f6b7721ad44ehttps://www.sustainableaicoalition.org/

    27 min

  4. 16/06/2025

    How Plants Weave Into Our Future of Medicine

    This episode offers a fascinating introduction to the incredible world of plant-based medicine. We'll journey from ancient practices to modern breakthroughs, highlighting just how many of today's essential drugs got their start in the natural world. Discover the foundational role plants play in health, with examples of powerful compounds used in everything from everyday remedies to life-saving treatments. Join us as we explore the vital connection between biodiversity and human well-being.WEBSITE: www.greenthreadpod.comRESOURCES:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3560124/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3358962/file:///C:/Users/allis/OneDrive/Documents/Academic%20Showcase%20Poster.AV.pdfhttps://communities.springernature.com/posts/in-search-of-new-medicines-from-plantshttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0960982223017384https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/publications/papers/Medicinal_Plants_042008_lores.pdfhttps://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/biodiversity

    15 min
  5. -Ology Series pt 3: Biology

    09/06/2025

    -Ology Series pt 3: Biology

    What makes life tick? For this -Ologies Series episode, we're taking our microphones into the wild to discover the '101s' of biology. Professor Rogers from GHC shows us how to truly see the unseen wonders and complex mechanisms that drive every plant, animal, and microorganism in the ecosystems we explore.WEBSITE: www.greenthreadpod.com

    41 min

  6. 02/06/2025

    -Ology Series pt 2: Geology

    Dig deep with us! In this episode of the -ology Series, we're swapping our studio for the great outdoors, getting grounded with our geology expert Billy Morris. Join us as we uncover the '101s' of Earth's incredible story, exploring how ancient forces beneath our feet shaped the very landscapes we hike and camp on. WEBSITE: www.greenthreadpod.com

    25 min
  7. -Ology Series pt 1: Entemology

    28/04/2025

    -Ology Series pt 1: Entemology

    Dive into the incredible world of insects with our new '-ology' series pt 1: Entomology! We'll explore the staggering diversity of these six-legged wonders, uncovering their vital roles in ecosystems and their surprising impact on human society. Get ready to be amazed by the tiny titans that rule our planet!WEBSITE: www.greenthreadpod.com RESOURCES:https://www.britannica.com/science/entomologyhttps://onlineentomology.ifas.ufl.edu/about/entomology-articles/founders-of-entomology-and-nematology/http://ndl.ethernet.edu.et/bitstream/123456789/72525/1/167.pdf.pdf#page=328https://ento.psu.edu/news/the-impacts-of-modern-agriculture-on-insect-diversityhttps://entomology.wsu.edu/prospective-students/the-what-why-of-entomology/

    24 min
  8. Earthly Threads: Earth Day Bonus Ep

    22/04/2025 ·  BÔNUS

    Earthly Threads: Earth Day Bonus Ep

    The 'tangled thread of hope' on Earth Day reminds us that change is possible. We're diving into the urgent need for environmental action and exploring how petitions, protests, and everyday choices can make a difference. Let's stitch together a more sustainable future.WEBSITE: www.greenthreadpod.com RESOURCES: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/first-earth-day-history-legacy#:~:text=Soon%2C%20the%20effort%20ballooned%20into,%2C%20decluttering%20rivers%2C%20and%20more. https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2025/#map donate.earthday.org/ https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/earth-day/ www.audubon.org

    23 min
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Green Thread explores the connections between climate, conservation, and the choices shaping our future. Join A&A each week as they unravel big issues, share stories, and spark conversations about how we can all make a difference—one thread at a time.

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    Green Thread
  • Anos de atividade
    2024 - 2025
  • Episódios
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