In this engaging discussion, Ralph Keeling, a Professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and son of the legendary climate scientist Charles Keeling, shares insights on the ongoing importance of the Keeling Curve in tracking carbon levels. Alongside Ray Weiss, a geochemistry expert known for his role in the Montreal Protocol, they highlight the alarming budget cuts facing climate science funding. Their conversation covers the fight against ozone depletion, the challenges of achieving net-zero emissions, and the critical need for sustained climate monitoring to inform future policies.