Outrage + Optimism: The Climate Podcast 212. We're BACK! With Al Gore
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Sep 7, 2023 Former Vice President Al Gore joins the hosts to discuss political obstacles to climate solutions. They reflect on their summer experiences, wealth inequalities, and populist movements. They highlight upcoming climate events and the need for reduced emissions. They explore the transition to renewable energy and the fraudulent behavior of the fossil fuel industry. They also discuss the dominance of shareholder value and its influence on society. Music by Hilang Child.
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Rewilding a Meadow
- Tom Rivett-Carnac shared his summer experience of restoring a meadow.
- It flourished with diverse flora and fauna, highlighting the impact of rewilding.
Connecting with Climate Change
- The emotional impact of climate change can be felt more readily through personal experiences with nature.
- Global news can feel distant, making it harder to internalize the larger crisis.
Overwhelmed, Not Remote
- Christiana Figueres finds the accelerating climate impacts overwhelming, not remote.
- The current combination of global warming and El Niño offers a scary glimpse into a potential future norm.