In this 15-minute episode, we hear from songwriter Pete Kronowitt of the Face the Music Collective and Music Declares Emergency U.S. We also listen to excerpts of three engaging climate activist songs he is associated with. (Hint: prepare to rock!) He’s organizing a campaign for one of the songs, “I Wanna be Cool,” to be released in late 2023. Pete aims to have a large number of kids sing the chorus and simultaneously make a commitment to take at least one effective climate action.

In this episode, we talk to three inspiring young people involved in the Farm 2 Cafeteria program in Watsonville, CA: a partnership between Esperanza Community Farms and Pajaro Valley High School. We learn about how they work on both climate justice and local food systems issues in their rural community. You’ll also find out how YOU can get started addressing these issues in your own area – maybe even at your local school.

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of the Black Church in its pursuit of environmental justice. Joined by Reverend Dr. Ambrose Carroll, co-founder of Green The Church, we explore the role the Black Church plays in driving positive change by bridging faith and sustainability. Prepare to be motivated as we discover the Black Church's unwavering commitment to creating a more equitable and environmentally friendly future.

While we know that talking about the climate crisis can lead to action, it can be a tough topic to bring up with family and friends. We get tips from Anu Ramamurty, founder of Kat Kid Adventure, an organization educating young children about the climate. We also hear from Marcia Pugsley, a retired clinical social worker and grandmother who is also involved. Learn how to have fun, meaningful climate conversations with the children and adults in your life. This is a special double-length podcast episode (to celebrate Earth Month).

Featured guest Aditi Anand, a high school student and climate activist with Sunrise Movement-Silicon Valley and Civics Unplugged, discusses becoming an activist and advocating for social justice in the climate movement. She also touches on sustainable technologies, climate liberation, and getting involved in climate advocacy.

The neighborhood eco-market Simple in San Francisco’s Cole Valley is a community gathering place for exploration, education, and sustainable goods. Founder Abbe Clemons offers tips on sustainable gift-giving and discusses a range of zero-waste products available, many of which are locally sourced.

In this podcast episode, Sean Armstrong covers how electrifying buildings helps curb fossil fuel consumption. He walks us through where we started, where we’re going, and what we can do as individuals to help us get to decarbonization.

In this episode, we discuss the Climate Gallery, a new virtual art gallery where artists engaging with climate change can showcase their art to audiences through a digital platform. The first exhibit, “Artivism,” debuted in mid-November 2022 and featured five artists. In the long term, the gallery hopes to become an artistic hub for artists to physically showcase their artwork as well.

In this episode, solar energy activist Crystal Huang discusses the importance of viewing and engaging with energy through a holistic lens.

In this first podcast episode, Landscape Architect Stephanie Morris discusses mindful water usage and the benefits of native plant gardens. Morris underscores the popularity of landscape rebates through Santa Clara County’s Valley Water.