by The Climate Pod
The Climate Pod is a wide-ranging conversation with leading experts on the politics, economics, activism, culture, science, and social justice issues at the heart of the climate crisis. Hear from guests like Jane Goodall, Bill McKibben, Al Roker, David Wallace-Wells, Katharine Hayhoe, Adam McKay, Bill Nye, Robert Bullard, Catherine Coleman Flowers, Ted Danson, Gina McCarthy, Paul Krugman, and many more. Hosted by Ty Benefiel. Opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own.
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January 20, 2025
<p>Prior to the New Deal, millions of rural Americans were quite literally living in the dark. Though electricity had been available for decades, it was out of reach for most living in America's countryside post-World War I. That all changed within a decade. President Franklin D. Roosevelt's approach to the power sector during the Great Depression transformed electrification and public utilities on rural life and dramatically modernized the American home throught the nation. In his new book, <a href= "https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/D/bo238463843.html"> Democracy In Power, A History of Electrification in the United States</a>, Sandeep Vaheesan explores the rapid economic and social changes brought about by the New Deal through initiatives like the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Rural Electrification Act and argues that many lessons from the era are relevant today's push for climate action.</p> <p>Sandeep joins the show this week to explain how public competition in the 20th century stimulated power consumption and improved living standards in America. He explains why Americans were ready for change during the New Deal era, how federal initiatives would later power wartime efforts, and how decisions during FDR's presidency still impact the current landscape of public and cooperative utilities. We also explore the racial and gender inequality of the era and how many New Deal programs exacerbated injustices. Finally, Sandeep argues for public leadership in achieving decarbonization targets while ensuring democratic principles in power management.</p> <p>Sandeep Vaheesan is the legal director at the Open Markets Institute. He leads their legal research and advocacy, including the amicus program. </p> <p>Read <a href= "https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/D/bo238463843.html"> Democracy In Power, A History of Electrification in the United States</a>.</p> <p>As always, follow us <a href= "https://twitter.com/climatepod">@climatepod</a> on Twitter and email us at [email protected]. Our music is "Gotta Get Up" by The Passion Hifi, check out his music at thepassionhifi.com. Rate, review and subscribe to this podcast on <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-climate-pod/id1469270123">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5WYHsmy91Rdc3Ore4ENhx8?si=jQQfcBoOSe6SPbLKie96Eg">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-climate-pod">Stitcher</a>, and more! Subscribe to our <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCr-lWa9feLqoJpaDqTnX7w">YouTube channel</a> and our Substack, <a href= "https://theclimateweekly.substack.com/">The Climate Weekly</a>. </p>
December 31, 2024
<p>We're back for one last episode of 2024 with our most frequent guest on The Climate Pod! Evlondo Cooper is back on the show to review how climate change was covered in mainstream media over the course of the year. In this conversation, Evlondo Cooper discusses the evolving landscape of climate media, why it remains critical to connect extreme weather events to climate change, and how that still continues to be absent from major news coverage. He highlights the power of mainstream media in shaping public perception and the role of independent media is increasingly playing in providing in-depth coverage. We also explore the commercialization of Earth Day, missing coverage of COP29, and the need for more year-round focus on extreme weather events and the integration of attribution science to enhance climate reporting. </p> <p>Evlondo Cooper is a senior writer with the climate and energy program at Media Matters. Check out Evlondo's reporting here: <a href= "https://www.mediamatters.org/author/evlondo-cooper">https://www.mediamatters.org/author/evlondo-cooper</a></p> <p>Further Reading:</p> <p><a href= "https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/with-the-maui-invitational-returning-to-its-scenic-lahaina-home-questions-emerge-about-tournaments-future/"> Matt Norlander's article</a> referenced in the conversation</p> <p>As always, follow us <a href= "https://twitter.com/climatepod">@climatepod</a> on Twitter and email us at [email protected]. Our music is "Gotta Get Up" by The Passion Hifi, check out his music at thepassionhifi.com. Rate, review and subscribe to this podcast on <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-climate-pod/id1469270123">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5WYHsmy91Rdc3Ore4ENhx8?si=jQQfcBoOSe6SPbLKie96Eg">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-climate-pod">Stitcher</a>, and more! Subscribe to our <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCr-lWa9feLqoJpaDqTnX7w">YouTube channel</a> and our Substack, <a href= "https://theclimateweekly.substack.com/">The Climate Weekly</a>. </p>
December 26, 2024
<p>What would the world look like at 3-degrees Celsius of warming above pre-industrial levels? In his latest work, <a href= "https://www.breakthroughonline.org.au/_files/ugd/148cb0_085aaeb2f1a1481789014b8e895ad23b.pdf"> Collision Course: 3-degrees of warming & humanity’s future,</a> David Spratt explores the catastrophic implications of the planet we're heading towards as warming continues to accelerate. He argues we need to face up to realities of the crisis and have an honest discourse on risks and impacts already occuring. On the show this week, he joins us to discuss the significance of tipping points, and the systemic risks posed by climate change, and the non-linear, catastrophic impacts expected at 3-degrees. We also explore the dire implications for food security, agricultural yields, and social stability. David underscores the need for greater awareness and understanding of climate risks and the importance of leadership in tackling the climate crisis.</p> <p>David Spratt is a climate and policy analyst who serves as the Research Director for Breakthrough National Centre for Climate Restoration. He is the co-author of the book Climate Code Red: The case for emergency action.</p> <p>Read <a href= "https://www.breakthroughonline.org.au/_files/ugd/148cb0_085aaeb2f1a1481789014b8e895ad23b.pdf">Collision Course: 3-degrees of warming & humanity’s future</a></p> <p>As always, follow us <a href= "https://twitter.com/climatepod">@climatepod</a> on Twitter and email us at [email protected]. Our music is "Gotta Get Up" by The Passion Hifi, check out his music at thepassionhifi.com. Rate, review and subscribe to this podcast on <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-climate-pod/id1469270123">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5WYHsmy91Rdc3Ore4ENhx8?si=jQQfcBoOSe6SPbLKie96Eg">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-climate-pod">Stitcher</a>, and more! Subscribe to our <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCr-lWa9feLqoJpaDqTnX7w">YouTube channel</a> and our Substack, <a href= "https://theclimateweekly.substack.com/">The Climate Weekly</a>.</p>
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