The Ecologist Podcast

GISA Environmental Committee

Welcome to The Ecologist Podcast! Join us each month to explore environmental and sustainability topics, from circular economies to ecological transformation. We delve into policies, global progress, ecological balance, and human rights, inspiring action and innovation. Each episode features expert conversations, activists, and innovators sharing insights, groundbreaking projects, and real-world experiences. A project of the Graduate Institute of Geneva's Environmental Committee, the podcast is hosted by Asmaa Kharchouf, Jacqueline Alemayehu, Isa Walton and Aecaterini Loizidou.

  1. 2H AGO

    S9E2: Governance, Finance, and the Future of Global Environmental Action (feat. Mark Halle)

    Join hosts Jaqueline Alemayehu and Asmaa Kharchouf as they sit down with Mark Halle, Senior Advisor at NatureFinance, to unpack decades of experience in environmental governance and sustainable finance. Together, they explore the limits of state-centric climate governance, the growing influence of corporations and whether current environmental systems are capable of responding to planetary crises. We also discuss the rise of nature finance, the debate around commodifying nature, and reflect on power, and accountability.

    36 min

  2. APR 3

    S9E1: Not Over - The Battle for a Global Plastics Treaty (feat. Andrés Del Castillo)

    Join hosts Jacqueline Alemayehu and Aecaterini Loizidou as they sit down with Andrés Del Castillo, an international lawyer advising governments in the UN Plastics Treaty negotiations. Andrés breaks down the fundamentals of the treaty, the fault lines between producer and consumer countries, and why the talks are far from over. We also unpack the climate governance trilemma.

    34 min

  3. JAN 21

    S8E1: Burst the Bubble - Disruptive Climate Activism, Civil Disobedience and Grassroot Movements (feat. Max Voegtli)

    Join hosts Asmaa Kharchouf and Isa Walton as they speak to Max Voegtli, a prominent climate activist in Switzerland. In the episode, Max reflects on his transition from working in the corporate world to making activism his full-time commitment. From civil disobedience to grassroots movements, we follow Max’s journey through various forms of action, all driven by the goal of defending the planet and pushing meaningful climate action. Disappointed with the lack of results from working within established systems, Max discusses his involvement in movements such as DROP Fossil Fuels, Our Answer, and Renovate Switzerland, and how these initiatives aim to draw urgent attention to the climate crisis.

    46 min

  4. 09/01/2025

    S7E3: Demystifying the Green Climate Fund (feat. Lucretia Landmann)

    Join podcast hosts Jacqueline Alemayehu and Asmaa Kharchouf in Episode 3 of Season 7 as they sit down with Lucretia Landmann to unpack the inner workings of the Green Climate Fund (GCF). From demystifying key terms like blended finance to exploring how the GCF operates at the intersection of policy, climate, and international negotiations, this episode offers a clear and grounded look into one of the world’s most influential climate finance funds. Lucretia shares her insight into how significant climate funds are in mobilizing to support projects that uphold our right to a healthy planet.

    29 min

  5. 07/18/2025

    S7E2: Exploring Food Regimes and Emotional Narratives of Climate Change in International Law (feat. Prof. Anne Saab)

    Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Professor Anne Saab (Associate Professor of International Law at the Geneva Graduate Institute) about hunger narratives, food regimes, and the complex interplay between climate change and emotions. Professor Saab highlights how international law shapes responses to the environmental crisis, with a particular focus on the role of climate-ready seeds and the implications of their patent rights. The discussion also delves into the emotional framing of climate change in international law and the pitfalls of fear-driven rhetoric.

    42 min

  6. 03/09/2025

    S7E1: Rethinking Sustainability - Humans, Nature, and the Thread of Life (feat. Brindusa Burrows)

    Join us for the first episode of our new season, featuring Brindusa Burrows - a sustainable finance expert, entrepreneur, lecturer, and artist. In this episode, we delve into the world of sustainable finance, discussing the pressing need for a fresh perspective within the industry. We’ll also delve into the intersection of art and nature, examining the fascinating dynamics of communication or its absence between humans and non-humans. So grab your headphones and join us for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation! Our guest's art website: https://www.alphabetofhealing.com/

    28 min

  7. 06/07/2024

    S6E3: Exploring the Intersection of Human Rights and Climate Change (feat. Ben Schachter)

    Join us for our final episode of this season, as we talk to Benjamin Schachter, the Coordinator for the Environment and Climate Change team at the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. From spearheading pivotal reports and studies to leading dynamic panel discussions, he's been at the heart of it all. And now, as the head of the environment and climate change team, Ben continues to pave the way for transformative action in this ever-important realm. So grab your headphones and prepare to dive into the conversation with us!

    43 min

  8. 05/03/2024

    S6E02: Taxation and Climate Change (feat. Prof. Alice Pirlot)

    Join a thought-provoking conversation with Professor Alice Pirlot (Assistant Professor of International Law at the Geneva Graduate Institute) about the interlinkages of taxation and climate change. Sebastian Zünd and new host Kristi explore Professor Pirlot’s fascination with the topic and how taxes affect environmental problems. The discussion covers tax governance, carbon pricing, as well as the controversial Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on the critical link between economics and sustainability.

    48 min
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Welcome to The Ecologist Podcast! Join us each month to explore environmental and sustainability topics, from circular economies to ecological transformation. We delve into policies, global progress, ecological balance, and human rights, inspiring action and innovation. Each episode features expert conversations, activists, and innovators sharing insights, groundbreaking projects, and real-world experiences. A project of the Graduate Institute of Geneva's Environmental Committee, the podcast is hosted by Asmaa Kharchouf, Jacqueline Alemayehu, Isa Walton and Aecaterini Loizidou.

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  • Creator
    GISA Environmental Committee
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © GISA Environmental Committee
  • Show Website
    The Ecologist Podcast