Welcome to "The Journey of Favour: A Story of Hope and Determination," a podcast that will take you on a captivating adventure through the inspiring life of Favour, a young boy born in the heart of Nigeria's Niger Delta in 1957. From the humble beginnings of a poor carpenter's son to a beacon of determination and resilience, Favour's story is one that will keep you hooked from start to finish. Discover how Favour overcame challenges, pursued education, fought wars, and carved his own path de ...
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A podcast about the environment in Canada (and sometimes elsewhere) by Sierra Club Canada. Topics include climate change, biodiversity, pollution, renewable energy democracy, and the Rights of Nature. Tune in and take action!
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A social justice podcast combining hard-hitting journalism and interviews with hip-hop music and original lyrics from independent artists. Each episode delves into an important issue with an alternative take to widely accepted narratives, arming listeners with knowledge and insight they won't hear from mainstream media outlets.
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This flagship podcast series from UN News takes its name from the words that correspondents at UN Headquarters in New York hear each night, at the end of the working day. We highlight the in-depth human stories behind the UN’s work and the way that it touches and impacts ordinary lives around the world.
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"Your Planet, Your Health" strives to summarise the science behind earth's climate and our existence on it – Our aims are to contextualise the history of discourses and ideas about the environment and to debunk misinformation – We share positive stories, and explore the knowledge and tools that we can use to be good earthlings. This podcast on planetary health is hosted by Ralph Levinson, MD Health Sciences Professor (emeritus) School of Medicine, UCLA, and Luc Lewitanski, a journalist cover ...
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Matt, HK and Producer Dave are trying to do a tech show.
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Tune in every Sunday for quick reports on the science of the environment and the future of energy. It'll just take a minute!
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A podcast that amplifies stories and experiences related to air pollution and climate change from around the world.
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TEDX conducts brief interviews with leading experts to get answers about health threats posed by unconventional oil and gas operations.
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Fighting Failure: Preventing the Next Mass Extinction | Season 4: Beyond the Bottom Line Oscar and Hisho - two teenagers on two different continents - discuss solutions to the climate crisis. In each exciting episode we take a problem, technology or idea (for example E.V.s, Veganism or Global Supply Chains) and we discuss the problems it faces and potential solutions. Served with a side of statistics and seasoned with a generous pinch of fun, laughter and friendship 💚. In this season, 'Beyon ...
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The Jasper Wildfire & How Climate Change Made High Temperatures at Least Twice as Likely
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Taylor talks with Kaitlyn Trudeau about her recent research on how climate change made high temperatures at least twice as likely before the Jasper wildfire and how without the impacts of human-caused climate change the fire wouldn’t have been as severe as it was. They go over why there’s no substitute for dramatically reducing carbon emissions and…
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"I called this meeting today because we have a very important job at hand," Idris announced, his voice resonating with authority. "I will ask a question, and whoever is interested should raise their hand. If there are no hands up, I will appoint someone among us to carry out the task. We are going to kill some unbelievers in a church near Abuja thi…
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Where is Canada on Renewable Energy and Jobs? With Vittoria Bellissimo
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Conor talks with Vittoria Bellissimo of the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) about where Canada actually stands on progress towards renewable energy and jobs and what actions are needed most from governments at all levels. Plus they discuss examples of communities taking control of their energy grids through renewables, how companies …
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Jessica talks with Sister Mary-Ellen Francoeur, a Catholic Nun involved in the fight to get the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) out of oil and gas financing. They talk about how members of the United, Catholic, Anglican, Unitarian and Baptist congregations and Buddhists, among many others, have been coming together to push for climate action. They also …
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HTTAY 100 - State Of The Pod, SpaceX Pollutes, Stolen Wings, Twitch Moderation, RIP Cartoon Network Website
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The Emissions Cap will NOT Hurt the Economy in Canada but Oil and Gas Dependency IS Hurting it
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Conor talks about why the emissions cap will NOT hurt Canada's economy, prosperity, nor hurt jobs with Aaron Cosbey, a development economist with 30 years of experience, and Jessica Kelly, a Senior Policy Advisor, of the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD). They discuss how one of the main drivers of inflation in Canada is ou…
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The power of our choices: from war-torn childhood to Nobel Peace Prize nominee
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A Ugandan man, some of whose family and friends were abducted in the East African country, tells the story of his journey from war-torn childhood to becoming the youngest ever African nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. Victor Ochen grew up in northern Uganda at a time when the Lord’s Resistance Army, or LRA, was terrorising the region with violen…
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Favour, a determined soul poised for greatness but thrown off course by unexpected turns. In a nation yearning for progress, the ruling elite's indifference stands in stark contrast to Favour and Michael's unwavering commitment to change the status quo. Just when their vision seemed within reach, a new President emerges, shifting the game's dynamic…
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Winning the Climate Fight with Isaac Murdoch
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Jessica talks with Bomgiizhik (Isaac Murdoch) of Serpent River First Nation about putting aside the temptation to fight one another in the climate movement and negative feelings, so we can win the bigger battles we need to win. They discuss the urgent need for action and systemic change, the power of positivity, the beautiful responsibility we have…
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CIA Torture Whistleblower John Kiriakou Talks Assange, Israel & Toll of Truth-Telling
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“I'll answer that part first, that’s the easy one,” explains John Kiriakou, the former CIA intelligence officer who served 30 months in federal prison for exposing the agency’s torture program to the world, when asked whether he’d do it all again despite the personal and professional fallout from his disclosure. Those are just some of the many prof…
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Start Thinking About Things Getting Better
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The river always had rights... Conor talks with Gilbert Whiteduck & Yenny Vega Cardenas about Rights for the Tenàgàdino Zibi/Gatineau River & Magpie River. They discuss how to be proactive in recognizing the Rights of Nature & make systemic change. How it starts with dialog - but it can't end there. They also discuss how the pursuit of the Rights o…
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Favour's father, a poor carpenter, struggled to make ends meet. When favour reached school age, they faced severe financial hardship, unable to afford even basic necessities. Eventually, his father managed to enrol him in a primary school many miles from their home. David, a poor carpenter, is sitting outside his humble home, carving a piece of woo…
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Climate Misinformation Mechanics, Cranky Uncle, and Skeptical Science with John Cook
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You'll hear how climate misinformation works in this episode and learn effective ways to counter it. Jessica talks with John Cook, a senior research fellow at the Melbourne Centre for Behaviour Change at the University of Melbourne who studies the cognitive psychology of climate science denial. He founded Skeptical Science, a website that debunks c…
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Nous discutons d'un nouveau guide pour les municipalités du Québec redigé par notre section Sierra Club Québec et TerraHumana Solutions ; Comment protéger les oiseaux ? Il s'agit de notre premier épisode en français, avec Dre Isabelle-Anne Bisson, spécialiste en études environnementales. You can also watch an older presentation on this subject in E…
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Trailer for The Environment in Canada Podcast - Subscribe Now!
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Subscribe now for the latest episodes! Be sure to also send us more of your questions at info@sierraclub.ca and sign up for email updates from us here: https://www.sierraclub.ca/subscribe-for-updates/ And don't forget we have lots of ways to take action for the environment at sierraclub.ca Support the Show. Find out more and take action at sierracl…
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Don't Let Canada Burn - How to Communicate on Wildfires and Climate Change
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Get the facts on the how oil and gas corporations have caused the climate crisis and made wildfires much more likely and more destructive in our fact sheet: https://www.sierraclub.ca/canada-wildfire-causes/ The climate crisis made the previous spate of 2023 Canada wildfires twice as likely scientists found and made fire-prone weather at least 20% m…
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The More Than Human World with John Borrows
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Jessica joins John Borrows, jurist and leading authority on Canadian Indigenous and constitutional law, to discuss being proactive about environmental law rather than only cleaning up after the damage is done. They also talk about concepts of the Rights of Nature and wild rice, Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline, love, truth, time and wisdom, Anishinaabe l…
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Watering Our Community: Youth, Health, and Climate Resilience
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In this episode, we discuss: The role of (North African) youth in climate change mitigation and adaptation Intersections of climate change, health and mental health Building resilience from the grassroots level to the global level; planetary resilience Introducing vulnerability and care in climate change discussions Guest | Dr. Saad Uakkas Dr Saad …
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Argentina's Environmental Protest 'Ban' Benefits Equinor & is a Warning for Us All
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Just 6 months ago the prospect of environmental protests being 'banned' seemed ridiculous in Argentina, as did the idea that oil and gas companies would not have to pay taxes. That, effectively, is now very close to happening there and it should be a wake up call for all of us here in Canada as well. Imagine for a moment that provinces can no longe…
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Storming Steven Guilbeault and the Future of Fridays for the Future Montréal
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Jessica talks with Shirley Barnea, the 19-year old organizer of the Fridays for the Future protests in Montréal which brought out thousands of people. They discuss protesting at a Environment Minister's press conference, how to combat doom-ism about the climate, recipes, and the Future of Fridays for the Future. Shirley recently became our Québec C…
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Holding back the winds of change in Madagascar…with the sisal plant
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The cultivation of sisal plants by some of the most vulnerable communities in southern Madagascar is helping to tackle desertification and allow people to stay on their land, thanks to a project by the UN Development Programme. The seasonal Tiomena wind, a fiercely strong wind that blows over the coastline, has driven sandy soils across productive …
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Website Design Sustainability and Accessibility
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We discuss the changing nature of websites and website design, from a one off platform to a long term project, and how we worked with the website firm Mangrove to make our website more environmentally friendly, energy efficient, and accessible to people who have accessibility issues. The podcast includes our story of making the SierraClub.ca websit…
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How the Carbon Tax Got Alberta Off Coal and Could Reduce Future Wildfires
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At the end of the day what the climate-concerned and those concerned about inflation (and there's a lot of overlap there) share is a concern about future generations and our families. Far from mutually exclusive we can have a strong carbon pricing system and address inflation. We can have a green future. But to do so means addressing misinformation…
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The Lawn Con: Manufactured Conformity
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In this episode, Ralph and Luc unpack how Americans got so obsessed with maintaining square green carpets on their front lawns. We dive into the history to trace back the origins and dissemination of this artificial aesthetic. We also look into solutions, ranging from bans on leaf blowers to cash schemes to encourage people to quit their lawn. We r…
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Exploring the Nexus of Air Pollution and Climate Change in Africa
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In this episode, we discuss: Interconnectedness of Air Pollution and Climate Change Health and Environmental Impacts African Integrated Assessment Role of African Scientists Future of Atmospheric Sciences in Africa Guest | Prof. Rebecca Garland Our guest, Prof. Rebecca Garland, is a seasoned expert in atmospheric sciences, specialising in air quali…
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Can Dominica’s Indigenous community cope with the next hurricane?
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Dominica is described as highly disaster-vulnerable: the country is regularly hit by hurricanes and, when the last one swept through in 2017, it caused huge devastation across the island. The government, led by President Sylvanie Burton, the first woman and the first member of the indigenous Kalinago community to be the country’s Head of State, wan…
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HTTAY 92 - Stack Overflow And AI, VT vs Big Oil, GPT-4o, Lllama 3, Christie's Cyber Attack, RFK Jr Sues Meta
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Can oil producers wean themselves off polluting fossil fuels?
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The vast majority of small island developing States (SIDS) are heavily dependent on polluting, and expensive, fossil fuels for their energy needs: some spend around a quarter of their national budgets on imported fuel. However, for Trinidad & Tobago, fossil fuels have been a boon to the economy: the country has exploited its oil and gas reserves fo…
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Music, Environmentalism, et le Gala de la Terre
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We talk with Jean-Frédéric Caron, the Executive Director of Orchestre de l’Agora, an ensemble that uses music as a tool for sustainable social change. We discuss how musicians work to promote environmental awareness and to make music more accessible to the public, the way we perceive our environment through sound, and why it’s so important we make …
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Like many island economies, Dominica experiences high youth unemployment, and recent events, in particular Hurricane Maria and the COVID-19 pandemic, have combined to make the search for work even harder. A UN-backed initiative designed to improve the employment options for young Dominicans, Work Online Dominica, has been successful in helping them…
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On Full Spectrum Resistance with Aric McBay
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Jessica Murray talks with Aric McBay about why we need to explore multiple avenues to winning in the environmental movement and use different tactics in concert with each other. They also discuss how to be more inclusive in our actions and an upcoming two day in person event in June where you can learn more on these topics and on radical imaginatio…
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HTTAY 91 - Pokemon Go vs OpenStreetMap, Fusion Breakthrough, Open Source Security, Pricey Magic Card, Tesla Layoffs
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How to talk with neighbours, friends, and family on climate issues
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The best way to fight climate misinformation is to have conversations with those we know, and we know many of you are having those chats. Sierra Club Canada is here to help with a new special series of All Hands on Deck webinars specifically on how to win hearts and minds on the toughest climate issues through conversations. We interrupt our normal…
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HTTAY 90 - More Autopilot Woes, Weird AI On LinkedIn, New Ubuntu And Fedora, Elon Consent Decree, Tiktok Ban
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Trinidad’s young climate activists make the case for urgent action
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Caribbean island nations are vulnerable to a host of extreme weather events, from hurricanes to floods and droughts, that are becoming more dangerous and intense as a result of the climate emergency. UN News met with three of the most prominent young climate activists on Trinidad & Tobago, and learned of their frustration with current environmental…
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Kids in Nature, Saving Future Generations, Mr. Lumpy & Sammy the Squirrel
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We learn to value nature through our repeated exposure to it, so how can we help future generations if they don't get to experience the natural world? Sierra Club Canada's Wild Child programs get children outside for tens of thousands of hours every year, but what does that really mean? For answers Conor talks with Tamsyn Neale of our Wild Child PE…
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Geothermal promises to turn Dominica into a clean energy powerhouse
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Dominica may have found a solution to cover all of its electricity needs, and even sell electricity abroad, without burning fossil fuels: geothermal energy. This power source is 100 per cent clean, cheap and practically limitless. Conor Lennon from UN News meets Vince Henderson, Dominica’s Minister for Economic Development and Sustainable Energy, a…
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Decolonizing Climate Discourse: Embracing Plurality in Knowledges
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In this episode, we discuss: Critique of mainstream climate discourse Role of Indigenous knowledges Reimagining climate governance Positionality and ethical research Guest | Dr Ritodhi Chakraborty Our guest, Dr Ritodhi Chakraborty, is a political ecologist and interdisciplinary social scientist who collaborates with indigenous and agrarian communit…
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Trinidad fights back against a plastic invasion
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Small Island Developing States are particularly vulnerable to plastic pollution. As well as coping with a tsunami of waste washes up on their beaches every day, these countries – which are generally highly dependent on imports – generate a large amount of plastic waste of their own, and often struggle to manage it. Plastic pollution has a detriment…
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WATCH: Peace and reconciliation in Kosovo ‘starts with youth’
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In Kosovo, where tensions remain high between the ethnic Albanian and ethnic Serb communities, the United Nations is leading efforts to promote open communication and dialogue. The UN Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) was established in 1999, well before the declaration of independence in 2008, and today plays a central role in promoting peace and security…
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Communicating on Climate Change in Your Community
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Ever wonder what goes into an effective climate communications plan? This week’s conversation with Jessica Murray and Anat Shenker-Osorio delves into that subject and the lessons in the episode are useful whether you're a full time climate communicator or just looking to speak to others in your life. Also in this podcast is the story of Indigenous …
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