31 episodes
Hopeful Environmentalist Taylor Ganis
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Previously known as the Angry Environmentalist, our host, Taylor Ganis, has re-branded to the Hopeful Environmentalist with a mission to spread more positivity in the climate space. We bring on guest speakers to discuss hot environmental topics. Our goal is to spread hope and provide you with actions that you can take to create hope. Come listen if you're wanting to hear different perspectives on hot topics. And of course, always remember to stay hopeful and create positive change.
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What is the Inflation Reduction Act: how it can help you save money while also helping the planet!
In this mini episode, I speak to Shannon Baker-Branstetter, who is the Senior Director of Domestic Climate Policy at the Center for American Progress. We discuss the Inflation Reduction Act and the many different incentives that it offers, what it is, where you can find the resources, and how to stay in the loop!
Resources discussed in the episode:
cleanenergy.gov
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Life Lessons From Living With Wolves: with Jim and Jamie Dutcher
In this episode, Taylor speaks to Jim and Jamie Dutcher, who are both two well known wolf advocates and extremely accomplished wildlife filmmakers, winning 3 Primetime Emmys. Our discussion focuses on their experiences living with the famed Sawtooth Wolf Pack for 6 years, the lessons they learned from wolves, and why wolves are crucial, keystone species.
"It's not hard to be a Matsi" - Jamie (learn more about the importance of this quote during the episode)
Support Jim and Jamie's non-profit, Living With Wolves
Shop their books (like I mentioned in the episode, I read Wisdom of Wolves in 2 day - it's a must read) -
Building Inclusive Movements and Why Dismantling White Supremacy is Environmentalism: A Conversation with Isaias Hernandez
"Dismantling White Supremacy is Environmentalism"
Joined by Isaias Hernandez, the founder of the online platform, Queer Brown Vegan, we discuss the importance of inclusion within the environmental field, ecological wealth vs generational wealth, why dismantling white supremacy is environmentalism, building community, and accessibility within veganism.
You can learn more about the Queer Brown Vegan platform by visiting this link https://queerbrownvegan.com/
Instagram: @queerbrownvegan
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The Importance of a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
Have you been hearing people talking about a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and don't know what it is? Well, we have you covered. Joined by the incredible, Tzeporah Berman, who is the Chair of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, we discuss what a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty is (and what it would need), what a Just Transition means, the run up to COP28, and what you can do right now to help our world leave fossil fuels in the past.
To support Tzeporah and the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, please visit https://fossilfueltreaty.org/
You can watch Tzeporah's TedTalk here
Follow the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty on Instagram @fossilfueltreaty
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COP27 Youth Activist Spotlight: Part 3
In this episode (which is the 3rd and final part of this series), Taylor interviews 3 incredible youth activists, Hailey Campbell, Raysa Franca, and Khyati Garg, who attended COP27 in Egypt this past November. We hear about their COP27 experiences and key takeaways. Tune in to hear from these amazing climate activists!
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COP27 Youth Activist Spotlight: Part 2
In this episode, which is a 3 part series, Taylor interviews three more incredible youth climate activists who attended COP27. Tune in to listen to their experiences at COP27 in Egypt and what gives them hope regarding the outcomes of the global conference.
We hear from:
Maria Serra Olivella - Youth Activist from Spain
Finnur Ricart Andrason = Youth Activist from Iceland
Angela Zhong - Youth Activist from the U.S.A. (angelazhong.com)
To learn more about these activists, tune into this episode!
Customer Reviews
Awesome content, enthusiastic moderator, and excited to hear more!
Nice to see someone not just ‘ranting’ about things, but actually researching, learning, and sharing the knowledge about all things ‘environment’ - thank you!