Abrahm Lustgarten

In this engaging discussion, Abrahm Lustgarten, Editor-at-Large at ProPublica and a key voice on climate change, highlights the devastating floods in Texas and the urgent need for better disaster preparedness. He warns against federal budget cuts to agencies like FEMA, jeopardizing support during crises. Lustgarten connects worsening weather patterns to mounting climate challenges, emphasizing the economic impact of inaction and the looming threat of climate migration. His insights shed light on the precarious intersection of policy, environment, and community resilience.

Josie Duffy Rice, a contributor who reported on Hurricane Milton's aftermath in Western Florida, shares gripping evacuation stories from those who faced the storm. Abrahm Lustgarten, a climate reporter and author, discusses how climate change is not only intensifying weather events but also reshaping migration patterns in the U.S. The conversation highlights the urgency of proactive measures for disaster preparedness and examines how urban infrastructure needs to adapt to these escalating challenges.

Abrahm Lustgarten, a senior environmental reporter at ProPublica, discusses the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and its devastating impact on communities. He highlights how climate change is intensifying weather events and pushing urban planning towards resilience strategies. The conversation also touches on California’s legislative landscape, including notable bills signed and vetoed by Governor Newsom, such as the contentious laws around legacy admissions and AI regulations, reflecting on their implications for social equity and disaster preparedness.

Investigative climate reporter Abrahm Lustgarten discusses climate-driven migration in the US, covering water scarcity, sea level rise, and wildfires. He explores how communities are preparing for climate impacts, the winners and losers of climate migration, media coverage, and potential government interventions. The podcast provides a unique insight into the challenges faced by those living in climate impact zones.

Journalist and author Abrahm Lustgarten discusses the potential mass migration in the U.S. due to climate change, projecting tens of millions of Americans relocating to escape wildfires, floods, and extreme heat. Insights on the impacts of climate change on agriculture and communities, wet bulb temperatures, and challenges individuals face when considering relocation for environmental reasons are explored.