What’s really standing in the way of a green transition—and how can Gen Z help break the cycle?

This week on Gen Z Vi Vu, we sit down with Rachel Donald, independent climate journalist and creator of Planet: Critical—a hard-hitting podcast and newsletter with 30,000+ subscribers across 186 countries. Known for exposing climate corruption and media manipulation, Rachel brings a bold, investigative lens to environmental issues that affect us all.

🔍 In this episode, co-hosts Stellar and Pardeep explore: 🌱 The paradox of green mining and the true environmental cost 💸 How billionaires and corporations profit from greenwashing 🧵 The fashion industry’s deceptive sustainability claims 🗣 Why climate activists face backlash—and what to do about it 🌍 How Gen Z can reclaim its power by thinking local instead of global

Whether you’re a young activist, conscious consumer, or curious mind, this episode will challenge your perspective and empower you to act with purpose.

🎙️ Hosts: Stellar & Pardeep

🧠 Guest: Rachel Donald – @CrisisReports

🎧 Explore Planet: Critical – planetcritical.com

🎬 Editors: Kim & Josie & Stellar

🔗 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you tune in.

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