The podcast episodes discuss the role of non-state actors in addressing environmental and political challenges, particularly in the context of China's presence in Africa and the global environmental politics landscape.

For example, episode The Intelligence: Strikes on Rafah highlights the unique challenges faced by conventional military forces in confronting non-state actors like Hamas, who can quickly re-establish control in vacated areas.

Episode China's Environmental Footprint in Ghana: Non-State Responses focuses on the role of non-state actors, such as musicians, community activists, and the media, in addressing China's environmental impact in Ghana, particularly through illegal gold mining and a proposed coal plant.

Similarly, episode "Global Environmental Politics" Celebrates 20 Years of Success discusses the journal's contribution to understanding the roles of non-state actors, including NGOs and corporations, in environmental politics.

Finally, episode [Episode #172] - IPCC AR6 Part 1 highlights the potential role of non-state actors, including cities, businesses, and civil society, in reducing emissions and contributing to decarbonization efforts.