Esme Stallard, a BBC Climate Reporter, reveals alarming insights from the latest UN report on sea level rise, emphasizing the impact on vulnerable Pacific islands. Will Grant shares a lively account of Mexico's new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, an environmental scientist, and her ambitious sustainability plans. Meanwhile, the podcast dives into the chocolate crisis in Ivory Coast, where climate change has driven cocoa prices soaring. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by farmers and the urgent need for supportive measures.

Esme Stallard, a BBC Climate and Science journalist, sheds light on the devastating wildfires ravaging Los Angeles, which have claimed lives and destroyed homes. She discusses how recent extreme weather conditions and climate change are fueling these fires. Personal accounts from residents reveal their harrowing experiences of evacuation and loss. The conversation also touches on the concept of hydroclimate whiplash, examining how fluctuating weather patterns are increasing wildfire risks, igniting a pressing discussion on strategies for prevention and recovery.

Esme Stallard, a BBC climate and science reporter, dives into the murky world of carbon offsetting. She discusses a recent study revealing that many offset schemes fail to achieve real emissions reductions. The conversation tackles whether these initiatives are simply distractions from more effective climate action. Additionally, Joshua Gabriel Oluwaseyi, a Nigerian climate activist, shares insight into the impact of these schemes in his country, questioning their true value. Together, they shed light on the ethical dilemmas surrounding carbon credits.