<![CDATA[The Hopeful Environmentalist]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist Previously known as the Angry Environmentalist, our host, Taylor Ganis, has re-branded to the Hopeful Environmentalist with a mission to spread more hope in the climate space; because with hope and community, all things are possible.

Climate change is here, and it's already wreaking havoc on millions of people from around the world. The Hopeful Environmentalist Podcast provides educational and hope-based discussions with incredible environmentalists and storytellers to both educate and empower us all to become change makers. Together, we can continue our journey towards a better world, while using our hope (and sometimes millions of other intense feelings) to guide us.

This podcast is for EVERYONE, and we encourage those who may be new to the environmental space to reach out with any questions!

Follow us on instagram @hopeful_environmentalist

REMINDER: Hope and action MUST go hand in hand. Without action NOW, there is no hope. So take a listen to this podcast and learn about different ways that you can take action and become a part of the movement of change.

]]> RSS.com v4.5.0 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:00:27 GMT en 165cf4fd-50b9-5df3-a677-44f30496662b https://media.rss.com/angryenvironmentalist/20220825_050803_a8711a79954dec7e25d8b7abf317fc90.jpg The Hopeful Environmentalist https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist yes Support Taylor Ganis 2021 Taylor Ganis Taylor Ganis false episodic podcast <![CDATA[Earth Crossed its First Global Tipping Point: What This Means and Why Hope Remains]]> Have you heard the news? A new report has found that Earth has officially crossed its first global tipping point. But what does that actually mean for our future? Are we past the point of no return?

Short answer: no, and giving up is the worst thing we could do.

In this episode, host Taylor Ganis sits down with Dr. Steve Smith, one of the scientists and writers behind the Global Tipping Points Report, to break down what global tipping points really are, how it effects each and every one of us, and how we can all take action.

Ways to take action:

  • Read the Global Tipping Points Report
  • If you are in the United States, here is a resource to help you find volunteer opportunities in your state/local community. (This list is a work and progress, and if you would like to volunteer some time to help add to it to help connect people to opportunities near them, then please email hopefulenvironmentalistpod@gmail.com)
  • Looking for a way to get involved with The Hopeful Environmentalist? We are currently looking for help with:
  • Follow @hopeful_environmentalist on Instagram to stay up to date on ways to take action and to be in the know for new episodes

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/2396810 bc0b40e8-3500-4525-bd2a-ab938fe3aa6a 2584 full 1 1 52 52 false Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[We Are All The Earth: A Conversation With Hila The Earth]]> In this episode, host Taylor Ganis interviews the Earth herself, Hila. We dive into the story behind becoming the Earth, how we can open our minds to the nature around us (including in urban environments), and how art and creativity plays a role in movements.

Ways to take action:

Additionally, our host, Taylor, publisher her debut children's book, Greeny La-Roo and the Earth Crew, which is a book to educate and empower the next generation of Earth Protectors to take small, but monumental action! You can check out the book here

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/2252378 014777b7-6182-4bb4-b86a-782c6553ecbd 1522 full 1 1 51 51 false Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:00:33 GMT <![CDATA[The Ethical and Ecological Impacts of Factory Farming]]> In this episode, host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with Thom Norman, Co-founder of FarmKind, to discuss the ecological and ethical impacts of factory. We look at how we can transition to kinder food system that prioritizes people, animals and the planet, and what FarmKind is doing to aid this transition.

Call to Action:

  • Donate to FarmKind
  • Switch to a plant-based diet
  • Learn about the work of organizations that are fighting back against factory farming and support them how you can (volunteering your skills and time, donating, signing petitions, etc.)

Additionally, our host, Taylor, publisher her debut children's book, Greeny La-Roo and the Earth Crew, which is a book to educate and empower the next generation of Earth Protectors to take small, but monumental action! You can check out the book here

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/2261298 fceb853a-bd56-4afd-a140-aa17c9e898f8 2728 full 1 1 50 50 false Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:00:27 GMT <![CDATA[Optimism Pendulum: How Hope Can Inspire Us to Take Action]]> In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with Lilly Woodbury, to take a deep dive into the all things plastic. From waste colonialism (if you're sitting there thinking, wtf is waste colonialism, then take a listen), the Plastics Treaty, to the Optimism Pendulum. We discuss the actions needed to move away from plastic and fear, to a world that is plastic free and activated by hope.

Ways to take action:

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/2249802 ec0801de-7449-4419-9f7c-a73027c94d60 2882 full 1 1 49 49 false Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:00:33 GMT <![CDATA[Hope & Haikus: The Power of Poetry to Inspire Action]]> In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with communications strategist, filmmaker, and author of the recently published book, Haiku and Hope, Maggie Dewane. We delve into the importance of storytelling and art in communicating complex topics such as climate change and how these forms of advocacy and communication can inspire us to take action. We protect what we love, and Maggie provides us with insight into exploring the places around us to deepen our love for the land.

You can purchase Maggies book, Haiku and Hope by visiting: https://www.fulcrumbooks.com/product-page/haikus-and-hope-50-states-of-climate-change. The book is also available on Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, etc.

Follow Maggie on Social Media: @maggiedewane

Maggie's Website: https://maggiedewane.com/

If you would like to preorder my environmental children's book, Greeny La-Roo and the Earth Crew, visit: https://linktr.ee/HopefulEnvironmentalist?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/2009131 f4447d8c-5e7e-443e-95f7-22f8078ee90c 2524 full 1 1 48 48 false Mon, 05 May 2025 16:00:43 GMT <![CDATA[Factory Farmings Impact on Animals, People and the Planet]]> Factory farming is a notoriously cruel practice; but did you know that it also impacts both people and the planet? In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, talks with the Senior Director of the Humane League, Mia Fernyhough, about how factory farming impacts animals, people and the planet.

Episode Resources:

Call to Action:

  • Sign the CrumblCruelty.com petition (this can be done in under a minute)
  • Donate to the Humane League if that is accessible for you (Donate.TheHumaneLeague.org)
  • Take 10 minutes to check out the Humane League website and educate yourself about something new

Guest Speaker:

Mia Fernyhough: Senior Director of Animal Welfare of the Humane League

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

Support the Hopeful Environmentalist by becoming a Patron for a dollar a month!

This episode was edited by the Hopeful Environmentalist's incredible Audio Intern, Onochie Emeka.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1767337 f993551b-b183-4103-818b-8fb1fab7484e 1938 full 1 1 47 47 false Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:00:46 GMT <![CDATA[Climate change is coming for your food and wine]]> Climate change is wreaking havoc on our world - from melting glaciers, to more intense storms. But did you know that climate change is also coming for our food and wine? In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with Michael P. Hoffmann, who is a distinguished professor at Cornell University, and one of the authors of the book, Our Changing Menu, to discuss the ways in which climate change impacts our food and food systems, how coffee and wine production are being impacted, and what we all can do to protect the future of the foods we so desperately need and love.

Everyone needs food, so this episode is especially important.

Episode Resources:

  • Our Changing Menu Website
  • Link to purchase the Our Changing Menu Book

Call to Action:

  • The last 10 minutes of this episode discuss some ways to take action!

Guest Speaker:

Michael P. Hoffmann; Professor Emeritus in Cornell's Department of Entomology; Author of Our Changing Menu

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

This episode was edited by the Hopeful Environmentalist's incredible Intern, Onochie Emeka.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1689562 a1655237-b321-40dc-bc36-237fdb03f454 1976 full 1 1 46 46 false Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:47:19 GMT <![CDATA[Supporting 'ecopreneurs' and activating young people to take action on the climate crisis]]> SOA’s Chief Program Officer Brandon Levy brand ON (he/him)

Ensuring ocean and environmental solutionists have the funding they need to turn their innovative ideas into action, is a critical part of fighting the climate crisis that we find ourselves in. The Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) is helping to do just that: fund innovative ocean and climate solutions and activate and arm young people with the tools and knowledge they need to take action. In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, speaks with Brandon Levy, the Chief Program Officer at SOA, about the various programs they have that are available to young people and ocean solutionists and innovators. We also discuss what deep sea mining is and how everyone listening has the ability to take action, no matter where you are in the world.

Episode Resources:

Call to Action:

Guest Speaker:

Brandon Levy; Chief Program Officer, Sustainable Ocean Alliance

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

This episode was edited by the Hopeful Environmentalists incredible Intern, Onochie Emeka.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1660546 6d1efab8-4294-4d82-8739-a66ff8a9659e 3194 full 1 1 45 45 false Tue, 17 Sep 2024 17:08:11 GMT <![CDATA[How Hollywood can combat climate silence]]> How do the movies we watch and the shows we binge help normalize having conversations about climate change (hint hint, you can find the answer to this in the episode)?

In this episode, I speak with the Editor-In-Chief of Good Energy, Carmiel Banasky, to dive into their latest report which looks at how, and if, todays films discuss /mention the climate crisis. We also discuss the role that Hollywood has in shaping our reality, and resources that screenwriters can access to integrate climate in their creative work.

Episode Resources

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1509763 ffd10256-9b4f-4b8a-a2da-5a333cb88824 2463 full 1 1 44 44 false Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:39:51 GMT <![CDATA[Women's Empowerment is a Climate Solution]]> Women in leadership is a climate solution. In this episode, our host, Taylor, speaks with the founder and executive director of the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), Osprey Orielle Lake, to dive deeply into the concept of how women play integral roles in the fight for an equitable future. We discuss some incredible statistics that show how women in leadership can positively impact climate outcomes, how being open to other worldviews can change our collective behaviors, incredible rights of nature cases, and much more.

In Osprey’s book, "The Story is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis", she poses the question, “can we undo the doing”. After listening to this episode, let us know your thoughts. Do you think we can undo the doing?

EarthX Congress of Conferences Event Info:

  • Registration: earthx.org
  • 20% Discount Code for EarthX Congress of Conferences: EXGREEN20
  • Instagram: @earthxorg

Episode Resources

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1435734 c72814e3-bf2d-46fe-aae3-1d6ff9d22a0f 2910 full 1 1 43 43 false Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:00:28 GMT <![CDATA[A Therapists Perspective on Connecting With Nature]]> Have you ever wondered how the natural world and mental health are connected?

In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, speaks with Pamela Lowell, a licensed therapist, to discuss this very question, while also diving into topics like the interdisciplinary nature of the environmental field, how connecting with nature and wildlife helps us protect them, the power of community and working together to create solutions, among many other interesting topics.

We also take a journey to discover our spark bird. What is your spark bird? Or what is your reason to take action? Check out this episode to find out what this is and the importance of deeply examining this question and our own personal answers.

EarthX Congress of Conferences Event Info:

  • Registration: earthx.org
  • 20% Discount Code for EarthX Congress of Conferences: EXGREEN20
  • Instagram: @earthxorg

Episode Resources

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1426727 8392c34e-96b4-4293-9523-db19e7ffb57e 3097 full 1 1 42 42 false Mon, 08 Apr 2024 16:00:48 GMT <![CDATA[How To Make Your Lawn More Sustainable: A Conversation With Sustainable Landscape Designer, Daryl Lindsey]]> What do sustainable landscape design, tomatoes, rainwater harvesting, and humor have in common? They’re all discussed in this episode with our incredible guest speaker, Daryl Lindsey!

We dive into a variety of hot topics like the debate of whether or not to leave the leaves, why pollinator gardens are important, how sustainable landscape designs can save billion of gallons of water through collective action, and MORE!

Tune into this episode to get a whole lot of knowledge, and a splash of comedic relief.

EarthX Congress of Conferences Event Info:

  • Registration: earthx.org
  • 20% Discount Code for EarthX Congress of Conferences: EXGREEN20
  • Instagram: @earthxorg

Episode Resources:

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1406584 bb139f93-c30a-45b6-bfb9-64d9be623bed 3179 full 1 1 41 41 false Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:03:22 GMT <![CDATA[Rights of Nature: How Ecuador's Constitutional Court Set a Precedent for Forest Protection]]> Have you heard people talking about Rights of Nature and wanted to learn more about it? Well, you’re in luck! In this episode of the Hopeful Environmentalist, our host, Taylor, sits down with Liz Downes from the the Rainforest Information Centre to talk about Rights of Nature, the court cases in Ecuador, and more!

EarthX Congress of Conferences

  • Registration: earthx.org
  • 20% Discount Code for EarthX Congress of Conferences: EXGREEN20
  • Instagram: @earthxorg

Episode Resources:

You can follow the Hopeful Environmentalist on Instagram @hopeful_environmentalist to stay up to date on when episodes will be released and to get weekly doses of hope!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1394926 d3074b13-efdc-4a4a-8563-aee7ade62192 2664 full 1 1 40 40 false Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:00:37 GMT <![CDATA[Youth vs Government: How Youth Activism and Legal Action Are Changing the World for the Better]]> Have you ever wondered how an environmental court case works? Or maybe you're wondering how youth can get involved in environmental law. In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with the Assistant Dean for Environmental Law Studies, Randall S. Abate, to discuss what environmental law is, how you can get involved, and where you can find resources about this topic. 

The George Washington University Law School's Environmental and Energy Law Program is holding their annual Shapiro Environmental Law Symposium in in Washington, DC (and virtually) on March 27 and 28, visit this page here. This years event, “Environmental Justice Solutions Summit: Strategic Litigation, Resilience, and Hope,” will explore environmental justice with a cross-sectional and interdisciplinary lens and feature youth climate activism, climate migration, strategic litigation, and community engagement perspectives. If you are interested in attending, visit the event page here.  

About our guest:

1. Randall S. Abate bio (with publications)

2. LinkedIn profile

3. Get in touch with Randall: e-mail address: randall.abate@law.gwu.edu

4.  Organizations that were discussed in the podcast:

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1335218 629bc018-bc88-4763-b717-65888a6b9282 2623 full 1 1 39 39 false Wed, 07 Feb 2024 17:00:39 GMT <![CDATA[The Fight For Environmental Justice: a discussion about environmental racism and injustice in the Ivy City Community]]> In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Sebrena Rhodes to discuss the environmental injustices plaguing her community and their fight for justice. We discuss environmental racism, the impacts of industry and capitalism on black, brown, and low-income communities all over the world, and ways that we can move towards a more equitable world for ALL communities. It is important to note that some of the conversations that we are having in this episode are challenging to discuss, but we should not shy away from them (especially for those of us who are not experiencing these injustices). It is important to listen to communities who are on the frontlines of injustice and support their work in ways that they need, while ensuring that their voices are the ones being amplified. If you would like to support the Ivy City Communities fight for justice, visit https://www.empowerdc.org/closenepI also implore you to do your own research. As Sebrena wonderfully describes in the episode, find out what's happening in your community (or to communities within your geographic location).Resources and Links:Watch the Film (only 10 minutes)Contact Sebrena Rhodes: ivycity@empowerdc.org Empower DCFOIA (Freedom Of Information Act)EJScreen (tool that Sebrena discusses in the episode)

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1190850 77c5eb4d-ac9f-4f56-a55f-1d34c86f4df2 2796 full 1 1 38 38 false Thu, 26 Oct 2023 17:45:26 GMT <![CDATA[We Can't Talk About Wildfires Without Talking About Colonialism]]> What do forest fires and colonialism have in common? As it turns out, a lot. In this episode, I speak with forest fire researcher, Jessika McFarland, about how colonialism impacts the forest fires we see today, what a forest fire is, how climate change is fueling them, and why we must change our current fire management and land management practices.

  • Jessika McFarland- IG @jessforplanet
  • Activists, Scientists, and Authors:- Robin Wall Kimmer- Latino Outdoors- Frank Lake- Margo Robins
]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1170906 7df71e90-f1ea-41dc-ba86-8bd29467c330 2790 full 1 1 37 37 false Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:43:57 GMT <![CDATA[Finding Hope in Community and Extinct Bananas: a discussion with Time For Better's Director of Climate Action]]> What is the correlation between extinct bananas, COP28 events, building community, and documentaries? The correlation is that these things are all discussed in this exciting episode!

In this weeks episode, Taylor speaks with Time For Better's Director of Climate Action, Charly Frisk, who is a climate storyteller. Charly is the director of the documentary, Nordic Seed Heroes, which sheds light on the importance of seed biodiversity (which we discuss in the episode). She also gives us some insight on the events Time For Better is planning for COP28, while also discussing the success of their past events at NY Climate Week and COP27. We look at how community is crucial to creating climate solutions and how storytelling can be a huge part in not only building community, but providing hope and connection.

Resources:

Time for Better Website

Time for Better Instagram

Charly Frisk Instagram

Link to Charly's Documentary

Music from Tunetank.com

Track: Time To Breathe by Crystal Squad

https://tunetank.com/track/5688-time-to-breathe/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1154218 32150f9e-4f84-44d9-8c6e-5078970c9aa0 2529 full 1 1 36 36 false Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:56:18 GMT <![CDATA[The Role of Wildlife Filmmaking in Conservation]]> https://kaush.net/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCid4fZVhpoFhqHfzj2UCCrw]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1101363 ccf19948-1da0-473c-b76f-4601cea69bae 989 full 1 1 35 35 false Mon, 04 Sep 2023 18:27:13 GMT <![CDATA[What is the High Seas Treaty and why is it critically important?]]> Have you heard people talking about the High Seas and the High Seas Treaty? Well, what exactly is it and why do the High Seas matter? Tune into this weeks episode to hear from the brilliant Director of the High Seas Alliance, Bec Hubbard, who will answer all of these questions and explain why the High Seas are critically important to everyone, even if you don't live near the ocean!

High Seas Alliance Website

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/1084693 677f9457-7623-4c94-aa7f-382fb6c69a7e 2125 full 1 1 34 34 false Mon, 28 Aug 2023 17:05:14 GMT <![CDATA[The Intersection of Disability Justice and Environmental Justice]]> What is Disability Justice and what are the connections that it has to Environmental Justice? In this episode, I speak to disabled activist and attorney, Marissa Ditkowsky, on the intersections of disability justice and environmental justice, while also discussing cross movement solidarity, the difference between disability justice and disability rights, and how to advance disability justice within the environmental movement. This episode is available via transcript at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-THtNWEvsNcr9s9HroHnGKD_W5tNVNlXrxJai6-hVHo/edit?usp=sharingResources discussed in the episode:National Partnership of Women and Families Twitter @npwfJen Deerinwater’s work: https://truthout.org/articles/indigenous-people-with-disabilities-are-on-the-front-lines-of-the-climate-crisis/Justice Shorter’s work: https://justiceshorter.com/black-disables-lives-matter/Tiffany Yu: https://rootedinrights.org/its-time-to-recognize-climate-change-as-a-disability-rights-issue/Krystal Vasquez: https://www.ehn.org/natural-disasters-disabled-community-2652503611/wildfire-bobcat-fireLuticha Andre Doucette: https://www.yesmagazine.org/issue/solving-plastic/2021/05/10/toward-disability-justiceLinks to the National Partnership of Women and Families

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/911529 97d78661-8349-4dc4-bf24-185b3e6ff4ca 1492 full 1 1 33 33 false Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:17:24 GMT <![CDATA[Sustainable Business Practices and Ocean Bound Plastic]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/883988 e664acc4-b8b3-4a79-9c93-ce4c850b501c 1798 full 1 1 32 32 false Tue, 28 Mar 2023 10:27:11 GMT <![CDATA[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

Rewiring America Calculator

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/844052 0914d01f-c2df-481b-aab3-6656eb2d1974 926 full 1 1 31 31 false Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:42:20 GMT <![CDATA[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)

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/825082 0343aff7-9660-4999-aacf-790f1047a462 2057 full 1 1 30 30 false Tue, 14 Feb 2023 16:54:25 GMT <![CDATA[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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]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/791618 9bdccf27-5aef-49e3-840b-b9f993cf49f4 1944 full 1 1 29 29 false Mon, 23 Jan 2023 17:30:21 GMT <![CDATA[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

Follow the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty on Twitter @fossiltreaty

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/783833 19b9d2eb-c199-41e1-b638-05b3ed71f7b3 1554 full 1 1 28 28 false Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:57:32 GMT <![CDATA[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!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/771881 6e94aaf4-e4d1-48ff-a536-ca507b65caab 4944 full 1 1 27 27 false Mon, 09 Jan 2023 17:00:43 GMT <![CDATA[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!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/746538 d80d0e5a-34b4-4af4-b4b5-124845787443 3481 full 1 1 26 26 false Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:26:20 GMT <![CDATA[COP27 Youth Activist Spotlight: Part 1]]> In this episode, which is a 3 part series, Taylor interviews three amazing 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 will hear from:

Hannah Harrison - Youth Climate Activist from the UK

Sofia Luna Quispe - Youth Climate Activist from Peru

Victoria Whalen - Youth Climate Activist from the USA

Instagram: @hopeful_environmentalist

You can support the Hopeful Environmentalist on Patreon by visiting this link: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=82498178&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/729195 644cedc9-d740-4747-b2f5-4dd10d0b7a23 4371 full 1 1 25 25 false Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:00:26 GMT <![CDATA[How Hope and Optimism Can Help The Environmental Movement: A Discussion With The Climate Optimist]]> Are you an environmentalist who is angry (kind of like our old podcast name)? In this episode, we speak with the Climate Optimist herself, Anne Therese Gennari, about how we can shift from angry activists, to optimistic and resourceful activists. We dive into research about how the brain works, and how optimistic mindsets can actually be more beneficial to the environmental movement. Also discussed is how we can make that shift from angry to optimistic!

You can check out Anne’s new book, The Climate Optimist Handbook, at this link https://amzn.to/3VPfLLe and you can check out her website at this one https://www.theclimateoptimist.com/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/685253 edc7d421-ab8e-42cd-a0b0-e792f0f53bc6 2861 full 1 1 24 24 false Mon, 07 Nov 2022 17:00:34 GMT <![CDATA[What is Climate Anxiety and How Can You Cope With It?]]> Have you heard of terms like climate anxiety and climate doomism? Do you want to learn more about these two topics and how to cope with them? Well you're in luck! In this episode, I speak with climate psychologist, Jessica Kleczka, about what climate anxiety is and how to cope with it. As someone who deals with climate anxiety, I can't wait to practice some of the tips that she discusses. We dive into topics like climate doomism, effective communication as an activist, and the importance of community.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/666701 f0035a74-d2d1-4497-b2c9-49312c7e587e 1752 full 1 1 23 23 false Mon, 24 Oct 2022 16:00:59 GMT <![CDATA[Artistic Expression as a Tool to Fight Climate Change]]> In this mini episode, the Hopeful Environmentalist speaks with the co-founder of the Artist Climate Collective to discuss the intersections between art/dancing and the climate crisis. We look at how artistic expression can be a great tool to advocate for climate action and a way to communicate the climate crisis to a wider audience. You can support the Artist Climate Collective by donating on their website (www.artistclimatecollective.org), purchasing a ticket to their latest project, and following them on instagram @artistclimatecollective

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/645935 583836ef-f834-4180-bc33-197da2f9eeb6 733 full 1 1 22 22 false Mon, 10 Oct 2022 15:50:00 GMT <![CDATA[Environmental Science, Policy, and Studies: What's The Difference?]]> We've all heard environmental science, policy, and studies, but what makes each of these different? What kinds of jobs can you get? Do you need a degree? Our host, Taylor, answers all of these questions in this episode. Grab a piece of bamboo paper and a biodegradable pen, and get ready to take some notes!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/622910 c14bbd8d-f524-4bba-b20e-b05edca3b9b3 1476 full 1 1 21 21 false Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:00:55 GMT <![CDATA[I'm More Scared of Coconuts Than Sharks]]> For this weeks episode, our host, Taylor, speaks with Cheryl McCarron from the Non-Profit, Shark Angels, about why sharks are so important and why there has been national headlines about shark bites in New York. We talk about the sharks, how to support/get involved with Shark Angels, and dangerous coconuts(?). What do coconuts have to do with sharks you may ask? Listen to this episode to find out!

Shark Angels Website: https://sharkangels.org/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/571854 b6dcfab3-e27a-4089-952d-d70e95240d8d 1112 full 1 1 20 20 false Tue, 02 Aug 2022 18:20:42 GMT <![CDATA[Sustainable Girl Summer Is In, Hot Girl Summer Is Out ]]> Yes, you heard me right. It's time for sustainable girl summerrrrrr (any person can have a sustainable girl summer, not just girls, no matter how you identify). Sustainability is for EVERYONE! In this episode, Our host gives us tips on how to be more sustainable this summer, while also recognizing that not everyone can do all of these things. But it's important that we strive to make sustainable decisions when we can. Listen in to this episode to learn how to have a sustainable summer!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/564321 0c454f86-469c-480e-ab85-ef717f73920d 1312 full 1 1 19 19 false Tue, 26 Jul 2022 15:48:21 GMT <![CDATA[Coyote Talks With The Gotham Coyote Project]]> In this episode, I interview guest speaker, Chris Nagy, from the Gotham Coyote Project. We discuss current coyote research, how to coexist with coyotes, my own personal run ins with coyotes, and we even answer some questions that you all had!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/496131 14168b00-14e8-4fe1-b04b-7d42f3982c32 1977 full 1 1 18 18 false Mon, 23 May 2022 16:01:10 GMT <![CDATA[Diving Into Shark Research: Featuring Shark Researcher and Professional Diver, Cristina Zenato]]> In this weeks episode, I have a discussion with Cristina Zenato, who is a shark researcher and has been featured on multiple Shark Week Shows. She was also inducted in the Women Divers Hall of Fame. We talk about her memorable shark experiences (like having a 9 foot shark sit on her lap), threats to sharks, the truth about our fear of sharks, and how you can help protect sharks.

You can donate to Cristina's non-profit, People of the Water, by pressing this link: https://pownonprofit.org/donate-2/

Dive right into this episode and take a bite into shark research

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/421151 019fee0b-e40f-41e9-98ee-b6b5e252a23c 1629 full 1 1 17 17 false Tue, 15 Mar 2022 17:45:49 GMT <![CDATA[For The Love of The Wild: A Discussion With A Senior Scientist From The Center For Biological Diversity ]]> In this weeks episode, I talk with Senior Scientist, Tiffany Yap, from the Center for Biological Diversity about what it takes to become a senior scientist, her roles at the Center for Biological Diversity, and how you can help to support the centers many missions!

Also, please visit this link: https://chng.it/9mG9yHfJ , to sign and share this petition to encourage the release of Lolita, the killer whale who has been imprisoned in the worlds smallest orca tank at the Miami Seaquarium for the past 5o years.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/403062 79f1b7bf-80eb-4698-abfc-40b08e304fc1 1343 full 1 1 16 16 false Mon, 28 Feb 2022 18:46:14 GMT <![CDATA[Polar Bear Talks With Andrew Derocher]]> In this weeks episode, I talk with Polar Bear Researcher, Andrew Derocher, about his research regarding polar bears, how climate change is impacting them, how he got into this career, and ways you can help save the polar bears! Our guest speaker even recalls on some stories of his close encounters with these magnificent bears.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/398505 47531552-a40c-4c20-97e0-f78af6a7cdc8 2847 full 1 1 15 15 false Mon, 21 Feb 2022 16:35:09 GMT <![CDATA[The Ethical Issues of Factory Farming: A Discussion With Farm Sanctuary]]> In this weeks episode, I have a discussion with Farm Sanctuary, to talk about how our current farming practices are unsustainable and unethical to both animals and people, specific stories from some of their rescued animals, and how you can get involved. We discuss how making small steps to a sustainable future is a huge leap into the right direction, and how Farm Sanctuary is helping to advocate for animals and for a more ethical world for the earth, animals, and people. Tune into this weeks episode to learn about how you can help!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/378858 fc607465-d93b-4da5-a283-3a3163fe3a22 0 full 1 1 14 14 false Tue, 01 Feb 2022 19:03:56 GMT <![CDATA[Let's Talk About The Arctic Ice : From a NASA Climate Scientist]]> In this weeks episode, Taylor has a discussion with a NASA Climatologist (Climate Scientist), Dr. Claire Parkinson, about what is currently happening in the arctic regions regarding sea ice and learn how you can become a climatologist! Dr. Claire Parkinson is a very decorated climatologist, and was even inducted into the Maryland's Women Hall of Fame. Make sure to tune in to this episode to hear all about the arctic regions and to see if you have what it takes to be a NASA Climatologist!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/366929 83a20c7d-432c-4f18-bf86-68cdc8165109 2099 full 1 1 13 13 false Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:20:50 GMT <![CDATA[What's Happening With the Yellowstone Wolves ]]> Do wolves really howl at the moon? If you want to know the answer to that question, listen in to this weeks episode where I interview a guest speaker from Wolves Of The Rockies. We discuss the current events related to the 20 Yellowstone National Park Wolves that were hunted and killed, why wolves are such crucial parts of our ecosystem, and how you can get involved in wolf conservation! If you would like to check out Wolves of the Rockies website to learn how you can help save the wolves, or if you would like to donate to help this amazing Nonprofit, here is the link : https://www.wolvesoftherockies.org/ . If you would like to help in the emergency re-listing of wolves (sending an email and creating a public comment), here is this link: https://www.relistwolves.org/

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/363203 f92bf063-7d87-48a2-88bd-1246941a5855 2170 full 1 1 12 12 false Mon, 17 Jan 2022 16:31:17 GMT <![CDATA[Do You Have What It Takes To Be An Environmental Scientist?]]> In today's episode, I interview Environmental Scientist, Renata Ontman, to discuss what it takes to be an environmental scientist. We talk about the pros, the cons, and the requirements to become one. Find out if you have what it takes to be an Environmental Scientist.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/356980 67745057-b16f-4cbf-a472-9f368c284f75 903 full 1 1 11 11 false Mon, 10 Jan 2022 20:00:19 GMT <![CDATA[New Years: The Good, The Bad, And The Resolution]]> Join the Angry Environmentalist for a wrap up of the environmental news of 2021. Don't know what resolutions you want to make to help the planet in 2022? This episode will give you some ideas where to start! This episode also has a little surprise at the end, so make sure to listen in, you won't want to miss it! Thank you all for listening to the Angry Environmentalist, and I can't wait to see you guys in 2022!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/349769 f060fddb-8e20-47c8-95c9-199a019c34c8 1296 full 1 1 10 10 false Tue, 28 Dec 2021 17:22:41 GMT <![CDATA[How To Make Christmas Sustainable]]> Ever wonder how to make your holiday season more sustainable? You've come to the right place! In this episode, Taylor discusses different ways to be more sustainable during the holidays, and how you can be an imperfectly perfect environmentalist!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/348156 2fcc10ab-f877-471c-bac7-a14b07cc54c0 1288 full 1 1 9 9 false Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:53:41 GMT <![CDATA[Coexisting with Coyotes]]> Ever wondered what to do if your face to face with an apex predator like a coyote? In this episode, Taylor shares her up close experiences with coyotes and how we can coexist with them. She talks about how to keep both you, your pets, and your kids safe, and most importantly, how to keep coyotes safe as well.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/319205 0e2caebf-f992-afe8-b68f-cd1ca866ca42 1569 full 1 1 8 8 false Mon, 15 Nov 2021 22:13:04 GMT <![CDATA[Field Research: Pros and Cons]]> Ever wanted to do field research but don't know what it's really like? Look no further, because in this weeks episode, podcast host, Taylor, discusses her experiences with field research so far in her career. Catching snapping turtles in rain storms, failed research projects, and more!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/313636 d0d17ab7-4eda-151f-3215-03388ad3c35d 1590 full 1 1 7 7 false Mon, 08 Nov 2021 20:00:19 GMT <![CDATA[Women in the Outdoors ]]> In this weeks episode, Taylor will be discussing outdoor safety for everyone, but especially women. Taylor recently went to an outdoor women's workshop where she learned some super useful tips and tricks when it comes to staying safe while enjoying nature.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/310269 f5d906f3-3f61-6ce7-07bc-097bbc6b2e4a 1057 full 1 1 6 6 false Wed, 03 Nov 2021 01:51:00 GMT <![CDATA[Environmental advocacy And The Time I Went Head To Head With A University]]> In this weeks episode, host, Taylor, talks about how she went head to head with a university as an environmental advocate, getting her featured on NBC news and many local newspapers. She also discusses environmental advocacy as a broad topic and how we can make an impact!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/280676 a8c5a253-5683-9501-ec7c-6946ee2238de 1610 full 1 1 5 5 false Wed, 22 Sep 2021 21:08:51 GMT <![CDATA[An Interview with The Elephant Sanctuary ]]> In this weeks episode, host Taylor Ganis interviews The Elephant Sanctuary. They will discuss the importance of elephants, the life of an elephant at the Sanctuary, and how you can help elephants both wild and captive.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/274174 d04f34a3-0e9b-cc6d-27ca-72bc9a04dcc0 1866 full 1 1 4 4 false Mon, 13 Sep 2021 17:17:04 GMT <![CDATA[Wildlife Rehabbing: The Pros and the Cons ]]> In this weeks episode, podcast host, Taylor, does a deep dive into wildlife rehabbing. She discusses the pros and the cons of rehabbing and how the pros outweigh the cons by a lot, but that the cons are still draining (she'll give you some tools to cope with the draining cons). Taylor also talks about ways to find rehabbers and how to properly contact one. Tune in if you are thinking about getting into wildlife rehab, or if you just want to learn how to be a good samaritan when it comes to contacting rehabbers!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/266766 1d19cd73-2e74-26ef-b1cb-44c9ebcb0192 1876 full 1 1 3 3 false Thu, 02 Sep 2021 18:37:33 GMT <![CDATA[Fast Fashion ]]> In today's episode, I bring on guest speaker, Julia Corrado, to discuss the topic of fast fashion. We explore the ins and outs of the slow fashion movement, and how everyone consume fashion more sustainably and ethically.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/263637 048e37cc-8583-61ed-b927-9b63e2b71df9 30 full 1 1 2 2 false Fri, 27 Aug 2021 22:03:25 GMT <![CDATA[Introduction]]> Hello and welcome to my new podcast called Angry Environmentalist. In this introduction episode, I give a brief overview of what this podcast will be focusing on, and I also give a little intro about myself. I also discuss how I will be bringing on guest speakers within the environmental field. A little sneak peak on some of the topics that I will be discussing in future episodes includes but is not limited to: climate change and the factors surrounding it, wildlife conservation, electric vehicles and the future of green energy, habitat loss, forest restoration, what we can do to make an impact, etc. I hope you can stick around to listen to more of my weekly episodes

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/angryenvironmentalist/255236 94ecc9b0-32c5-0b24-0ce6-d3b2153f31d8 929 full 1 1 1 1 false Fri, 13 Aug 2021 23:20:50 GMT