Yes, you’re allowed to have fun
Come band geeks, come theatre kids, come fantasy writers, too! When it comes to climate justice, we’re ready to get creative … and maybe even do a little cosplay. Today we talk about how to personalize our passion for the planet, whether we’re artists or athletes or anyone who likes to experience joy.
21 Juli 202311min
Ground yourself before you travel
Does anyone have a cure for the travel bug? Because, we kind of live for it — especially after years of lockdown — even though we know it’s a big contributor to climate change. So how do we reconcile our inner eco-warriors with our wanderlust? Today we explore ideas to cut back on unnecessary travel, how to respect and add value to the places we do visit, and why we might want to start bundling our trips.
20 Juli 202310min
The 3Rs need a rebrand
Who would win in a cage match between reduce, reuse and recycle? We’re betting on our boy REDUCE. Today we brainstorm ways to buy less to begin with. We also contemplate the art of making and repairing our stuff, while putting real numbers on a more sustainable wardrobe. (Hello, 74 garments, 20 outfits and five new things a year.)
19 Juli 202310min
Protesting beyond picket signs
Are you willing to take a punch to the face at a protest? Nope? That’s cool. You can join the climate fight without literally fighting. Today we talk about the many ways we can voice our values, from voting, to upping the pressure on big companies, to feeling the power of a public rally. We also reflect on generational activism and what we can learn from Indigenous law.
18 Juli 202310min
Cool heads in a hotter world
If you’ve been scolded for leaving the lights on, here’s some good news: there are worse ways to waste energy at home. (Especially if you’ve invested in LEDs!) The real battle comes down to heating and cooling — which is why Johanna’s made the heat pump her whole personality.
17 Juli 202311min
Do you know your native plants?
We love the soothing tones of David Attenborough. But does learning more about the planet actually lead to concrete action? (Spoiler alert: it depends.) Today we set aside the doom and gloom to explore simple ways to become more nature literate — like figuring out which of those pretty vines are actually invasive species running amok in your backyard.
14 Juli 202310min
You can make friends with salad
It's one thing for vegans to say you should eat less meat, but you’re about to hear it from fans of Meatapalooza!!! Today we talk about the big impact we can make with even a flexitarian diet, and the virtues of seeing meat as a more of a treat. Plus, we turn to some pros for help spicing up our plant-based meal plans.
13 Juli 202310min
