Outrage + Optimism: The Climate Podcast
Persephonica and Global Optimism
Outrage + Optimism: The Climate Podcast is for anyone who is not ready to give up on making the world a better place. For unrivalled conversations with decision makers, visionary thinkers and a community of like-minded climate optimists, join former UN climate chief Christiana Figueres, political strategist Tom Rivett-Carnac and sustainable business consultant Paul Dickinson. Each week they make sense of all the top climate news stories, go behind the scenes at crucial talks and ensure you stay informed and inspired ahead of what is set to be the consequential year for climate action.As we approach the middle of the decisive decade for world emissions, and the 10 year anniversary of the Paris climate agreement, subscribe to Outrage + Optimism: The Climate PodcastAnd join us for our special Inside COP series with co-host Fiona McRaith where we bring you behind the scenes of COP30 in Belém! And to see video content from the show, follow us on LinkedIn, and Instagram. Got a question? Send us a voice message.This is a Persephonica production for Global Optimism and is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 19, 2019 • 27min
9. Net Zero Legacy with Theresa May
This week we bring you a special episode featuring a conversation between Christiana Figueres and Prime Minister Theresa May. In her final weeks in office, Mrs May has introduced a target of net zero emissions by 2050 for the UK. In this exclusive conversation, we discuss with her why she has chosen to make climate such an important part of her legacy, and what her hopes are for the impact this will have on the international stage. Plus, we discuss the recent decision of the UK and Italy to submit a joint bid to host the COP in 2020, a decision that effectively seals the decision that London will host the all important 2020 COP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 11, 2019 • 48min
8. Finding Refuge with David Miliband
Ahead of World Refugee Day on 20th June, we explore how climate change is magnifying the impacts of the refugee crisis around the world, and what the future solutions and challenges ahead of us might be. Christiana and Tom also talk with David Miliband, CEO of the International Rescue Committee and former Foreign Secretary of the UK. We ask him what routes he sees to addressing the rising challenges brought about by cross border migration, why he doesn’t like to make economic arguments in favor of accepting refugees, and what gives him most hope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 7, 2019 • 35min
7. Every Breath Matters with Dr. Arvind Kumar
This week, Christiana, Tom and Paul explore the public health epidemic that is air pollution. We ask why it has taken so long for people to wake up to the fact that air pollution has such a devastating impact, especially on children, and we explore how climate politics are transformed if we bring air pollution into the discussion. We then talk to Dr Arvind Kumar, lung surgeon from New Delhi about finding black lungs inside non-smoking teenagers and what it will take to make a shift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 31, 2019 • 40min
6. Looking for Leadership with Ben Rhodes
The Paris Agreement requires countries to increase their climate ambition every 5 years and the first test of that arrives in 2020. Christiana, Tom and Paul discuss the political outlook and which countries can lead this with the US so firmly out of the picture. Christiana then discusses the issue with Ben Rhodes, former Deputy National Security Adviser to President Obama, and specifically discusses his experience with Modi and Xi and what it will take for them to lead the world to greater climate action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 24, 2019 • 38min
5. Everyone is Needed with Bill McKibben
On the day of the second global school strike, Christiana, Tom and Paul discuss momentum so far and the proposed shift to a general climate strike involving everyone on 20th September. We also dig into what happened in the Australian elections that had been dubbed “the climate elections” but then went badly wrong, and we talk to author and activist Bill McKibben about his decades of non violent resistance and what it’s going to take to move us forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 21, 2019 • 28min
BONUS: Striking for the Climate with Greta Thunberg
On Friday 24th May the second global School Strike for the Climate will take place. In anticipation of this (and in support of it), we bring you a conversation between Christiana and Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg who started the school strike movement in 2018. This conversation was recorded in Davos at the World Economic Forum in January 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 16, 2019 • 41min
4. Voting for a Future with Jay Inslee
Christiana, Tom and Paul discuss whether campaigning for strong action on climate change can now actually win elections. We look at what’s happening in Australia and the US in relation to this and we sit down with Jay Inslee. Governor of the State of Washington, Governor Inslee is running for President on a platform of climate action. We hear what his plans are, and why he feels the US is ready for that kind of campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 9, 2019 • 44min
3. It's an Emergency with William Hague
This week Christiana, Tom and Paul discuss what has been happening in the UK from mass civil disobedience to the declaration of a climate emergency and the first week without coal since 1882. We then discuss all this with William Hague, former Foreign Secretary under David Cameron and ask him how politicians on the right can get engaged in responding to the climate crisis, and whether he thinks the moment to take to the streets has now arrived. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 7, 2019 • 21min
BONUS: Facing the Extinction Crisis with Jane Goodall
In this conversation, Jane Goodall, a legendary conservationist with over six decades of experience, shares her insights on the alarming global extinction crisis highlighted by a recent UN report. She emphasizes the power of optimism and emotional connections in inspiring change, especially among youth. Goodall discusses the importance of local action to address the intersection of poverty and environmental challenges. Additionally, she advocates for listening to diverse viewpoints and harnessing storytelling as a tool for transformative dialogue.
May 2, 2019 • 37min
2. Outrage and Optimism with Ellie Goulding
Ellie Goulding, an internationally renowned singer-songwriter and environmental activist, shares her journey of weaving activism into her music. She discusses the emotional process behind crafting a climate anthem for the 'Our Planet' documentary, exploring themes of love, loss, and urgency for action. Goulding also delves into navigating climate anxiety, emphasizing mental health and the importance of reconnecting with nature. Highlighting the power of music to inspire hope, she encourages listeners to balance acknowledging the challenges with fostering optimism.
