Bill McKibben, a contributing writer to The New Yorker and the Schumann Distinguished Scholar in environmental studies at Middlebury College, joins Scott to discuss the state of climate change, including the problem of burning fossil fuels and potential solutions. Follow Bill on Twitter, @billmckibben. Scott opens by discussing the recent media shakeups at Fox News and CNN. He also shares why Ron DeSantis should have never picked a fight with Disney. Algebra of Happiness: the joy of malls.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most of us get that climate change is a global problem we need to solve, fast. But that can feel incredibly overwhelming when most of us don’t even know where to start. Bill McKibben is an environmentalist, author, and journalist who has written extensively about climate change and global warming. With a refreshing lightheartedness and frank outlook, Bill discusses the emotions, ideas and data that keep him moving forward in the battle against climate change and outlines ways you too can take action to save the planet you call home. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this engaging discussion, Poll manager Ashlyn Earnest shares her firsthand experiences from the polls in Georgia, illuminating the vital role of poll workers in our democracy. Mandy Steele, a Pennsylvania State House Representative, dives into the significance of civic engagement as Election Day approaches. Environmentalist Bill McKibben emphasizes the crucial impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on climate action, linking it to ongoing grassroots movements. Together, they navigate the complex political landscape as tensions rise in this pivotal election season.

Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a history professor and expert on authoritarianism, joins Tom Nichols, a political commentator on democracy, to dissect the dangerous rhetoric impacting voters today. Bill McKibben highlights Hurricane Milton's devastating effects, linking climate change to extreme weather. Jasmine Crockett discusses gender-gap strategies in politics, while Mary Ziegler addresses the implications of criminalizing pregnancy post-Roe. Ta-Nehisi Coates explores storytelling and systemic injustice, underscoring the urgent need for civic engagement and truth in our political discourse.

Bill McKibben, a renowned author and climate activist, discusses the critical stakes of the upcoming US election on environmental policies. He highlights the dire consequences of a possible Trump victory, predicting an alarming rise in carbon emissions—potentially adding 4 billion tons of CO2. McKibben contrasts this with proactive measures from the current administration and emphasizes the urgent need for voter engagement to influence climate-conscious outcomes. The talk also addresses the intersection of activism and politics in shaping future climate strategies.

Bill McKibben, einer der wichtigsten Klimaaktivisten Amerikas und langjähriger Wegbegleiter von Luisa, spricht über die Rolle des Klimas im aktuellen US-Wahlkampf. Er beleuchtet die Herausforderungen, die fossile Energieexporte für die Weltwirtschaft darstellen, sowie die Transformation der Energiebranche durch Elektrofahrzeuge. Bill erörtert, wie es der Klimawandel-Bewegung gelingt, Rückschläge in Chancen umzuwandeln und betont die Bedeutung von strategischer Hoffnung und internationalem Austausch, um klimabezogene Herausforderungen zu meistern.

In a compelling discussion, Bill McKibben, author and founder of Third Act, and Anna Lappé, Executive Director of the Global Alliance for the Future of Food, explore the critical connections between food systems and the fossil fuel industry. They highlight the urgent need for a shift to renewable energy to combat climate threats facing agriculture. The duo emphasizes storytelling's power in shaping narratives around energy use and advocates for grassroots movements to drive meaningful change in food policies for a sustainable future.

Bill McKibben, environmental activist and author, joins Nate to reflect on climate education and movements. They discuss barriers to effective climate action, the role of power structures, and organizing at different levels. They explore fossil fuel companies' responsibility and challenges faced by activists. They also delve into the concept of good and evil from religious and ecological perspectives, recall a conference, and discuss local food and energy. They highlight the work of Third Act, coordinating actions against banks funding fossil fuels.

Legendary author and climate activist Bill McKibben discusses the importance of reducing car dependency and promoting walking to combat the climate crisis. He highlights the benefits of pedestrian-friendly environments, policy changes for sustainable transportation, and the joy of choosing walking over driving. McKibben challenges audiences to embrace walking as a way to address the climate crisis and enhance well-being.

Bill McKibben, environmentalist and author, joins the podcast to discuss the urgency of addressing the climate crisis. Topics include the connection between economic growth and fossil fuel consumption, the dilemma of balancing renewable energy and preserving nature, and the relationship between economic growth and happiness.