Specific environmental issues like wildfires, air pollution, and the Arctic are discussed in relation to climate change.
The impact of climate change on air travel incidents and the effects of heatwaves on informal workers in India are discussed, highlighting environmental concerns.
The episode highlights environmental issues such as plastic pollution in the world's oceans and the links between climate change, environmental degradation, and natural disasters.
The discussion touches on environmental challenges, such as climate change, species preservation, and ecosystem restoration, and how indigenous perspectives and TEK can contribute to addressing these issues.
Impacts of wildfire smoke, toxic PFAS chemicals, protections for Alaskan wilderness, and climate change were key topics discussed.
The episode centers on exploring environmental issues, particularly climate change, and how different perspectives and approaches can shape engagement with these challenges.
Climate change and pollution are briefly touched upon when discussing airline emissions and Nick's cynical perspective.
Kennedy mentions his background as an environmental lawyer and activist, and the importance of addressing environmental issues like toxicity and sustainable agriculture.
The challenges facing the beekeeping industry, such as CCD and habitat loss, are discussed, highlighting the environmental concerns surrounding bee populations.
The episode highlights environmental issues, such as the disappearance of the Aral Sea due to excessive irrigation and the construction of the artificial island venue for the Tokyo Olympics using waste materials.
The podcast episodes cover a diverse range of environmental issues, including climate change, pollution, wildlife conservation, energy production, and the intersection of environmental concerns with politics, economics, and social justice.
Several episodes highlight specific environmental challenges, such as the impact of wildfires and heatwaves Passenger dies after severe turbulence on long haul flight, the depletion of the Aral Sea No Such Thing As Zeno's Harbour, and the threat to bee populations The Wonderful World of Bees.
Other episodes discuss the role of policy and activism in addressing environmental issues, such as The Science Moms' Guide to Climate Conversations with Kids, which provides strategies for educating children about climate change, and Is He The Last Real Democrat? | Robert F. Kennedy Jr., which touches on Kennedy's environmental advocacy.