• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to site footer
Viewpoints Radio

Viewpoints Radio

Award-winning reporting on current issues featuring America's leading experts.

  • Home
  • Archive
    • Full Segment Archive
    • Advanced Search
    • Filters
    • Recent Segments
    • Segment Finder (Sort & Filter)
    • Segment Type
      • Culture Crash
      • Feature Stories
      • Inside Looks
    • Terms
      • Books & Publications
      • Genres
      • Guests
      • Institutions & Organizations
      • Movies, TV & Digital Media
      • Notable Figures
      • Program Numbers
      • Topics
  • How to Listen
    • Podcast & Digital Outlets
    • Terrestrial Broadcast
    • Ways to Listen Overview
  • About
    • About Viewpoints Radio
    • Contact Us
    • FAQ
    • Our Team
  • Affiliates
    • Affiliate Login
    • Become an Affiliate
    • Benefits of Being an Affiliate
    • More About Syndicated Radio Programming
    • Public Affairs & FCC Requirements FAQ
    • Sample Programs
state of climate science

Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change

You are here: Archive / Terms / Topics / Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change

Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change Sub-categories:

  • Biodiversity (3)
  • Climate Change (14)
  • Conservation and Sustainability (18)
  • Ecology and Ecosystem Management (13)
  • Environment (24)
  • Natural Disasters (17)
  • Natural Resources (5)
  • Ocean Science (1)
  • Pollution (11)
  • Weather and Weather Forecasting (7)
  • Wildlife Protection and Management (11)

The Effects of Extreme Weather Felt Across the Globe

>> December 11, 2022

Experts explain the common denominator between these seemingly opposite weather events, and the health and financial toll of natural disasters.

topics covered: Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change
ListenThe Effects of Extreme Weather Felt Across the Globe

Electric Vehicles: Reducing Sky High Costs & a Lack of Accessibility

>> October 16, 2022

While electric is seen as the future, for many Americans these newer cars are often out of reach because of the hefty price tag. We speak with two experts about this current market and what progress is being made to make EV’s more available to all.

topics covered: Cars and Driving, Climate Change, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Electric Vehicles, Environment, Future, Government and Politics, Public Policy, Technology, Transportation
ListenElectric Vehicles: Reducing Sky High Costs & a Lack of Accessibility

The Increasing Occurrence of Weather Calamities

>> September 25, 2022

Around the world, countries are seeing weather extremes from excess flooding to severe drought and higher than average heat. We speak with two climate experts about the correlation between climate change and these extreme weather events.

topics covered: Climate Change, Drought, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Floods, Infrastructure and Engineering, Natural Disasters, Science, Weather and Weather Forecasting
ListenThe Increasing Occurrence of Weather Calamities

Public Transportation: Seeing a Resurgence or Running on Empty?

>> September 4, 2022

Public transportation took a big hit in ridership and profits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, as more people are back and relying on these community systems once again, the future is unclear as many municipalities face record challenges.

topics covered: Community, Employment and Workplace Issues, Environment, Government and Politics, Personal Finance, Transportation
ListenPublic Transportation: Seeing a Resurgence or Running on Empty?

Elevating Solar Energy

>> August 14, 2022

While current solar energy relies on the sun, scientists are now developing new technology that would allow for 24/7 energy absorption. We speak with an expert about this exciting development and what lies ahead.

topics covered: Climate Change, Conservation and Sustainability, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Energy and Renewable Energy, Energy Production, Infrastructure and Engineering, Innovation, Solar Power
ListenElevating Solar Energy

An Untold Narrative of Africa & the Modern World

>> July 31, 2022

This week – we highlight a lesser-known narrative about how Europe exploited African gold and labor in order to fuel its expansion.

topics covered: Economics and Finance, Farming and Agriculture, History, Inequality, Natural Resources, Race and Identity, Racism and Discrimination, Slavery, Trade
ListenAn Untold Narrative of Africa & the Modern World

The Cost of More Frequent Weather-Related Disasters

>> July 10, 2022

Each year, extreme weather events are becoming more frequent as the climate shifts. We discuss the growing economic toll of these mass destruction events and what can be done to switch course.

topics covered: Climate Change, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Economics and Finance, Federal Government, Natural Disasters, Weather and Weather Forecasting
ListenThe Cost of More Frequent Weather-Related Disasters

The Gift Economy

>> July 10, 2022

There’s more spots to find secondhand items apart from Goodwill or a local antique store. Next time you’re in the market for something specific, go online and search if your area has a Buy Nothing group.

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Recycling, Science and Technology, Technology, Waste Management
ListenThe Gift Economy
garment workers

Barely Surviving: Making a Living as a Garment Worker

>> June 26, 2022

Longtime fashion writer and industry expert Dana Thomas joins us to help us understand the labor and environmental crisis plaguing the fashion industry.

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Career, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Employment and Workplace Issues, Environment, Fashion, Industry, Labor Rights and Wages, Poverty and Wealth Inequality
ListenBarely Surviving: Making a Living as a Garment Worker

The Environmental Damage Caused By Millions of Littered Cigarettes

>> June 12, 2022

It seems like all too often it’s common to see a driver chuck a cigarette butt out the window or throw one on the sidewalk. We speak with expert Thomas Novotny about how this type of littering affects the environment and the wildlife within it.

topics covered: Animals and Pets, Children and Parenting, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Ecology and Ecosystem Management, Government and Politics, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Math, Data and Statistics, Pollution, Regulation
ListenThe Environmental Damage Caused By Millions of Littered Cigarettes

How To: Getting Into Gardening This Summer

>> June 5, 2022

Getting started in gardening can seem overwhelming - especially if you have trouble keeping a solo houseplant alive. But with some research and a small investment, the rewards of tending to a garden are life-long.

topics covered: Conservation and Sustainability, Hobbies, Home Improvement, Personal Growth and Development, Urban Planning
ListenHow To: Getting Into Gardening This Summer
future of ethanol

The Future of Ethanol

>> May 15, 2022

Ethanol is a key additive in the gas that powers our cars and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. But with electric cars gaining popularity – how long will this massive ethanol market survive? How are producers making this process more environmentally friendly?

topics covered: Conservation and Sustainability, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Economics and Finance, Energy and Renewable Energy, Energy Production, Farming and Agriculture, International/Global Affairs, Personal Finance, Poverty and Wealth Inequality, Science, Science and Technology, Technology
ListenThe Future of Ethanol

The Continued Global Intake of Russia’s Diamonds

>> May 8, 2022

This week – we cover the global diamond trade and what more needs to be done to ensure that the global diamond business is not funding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Commerce, Current Events, Economic Sanction, Economics and Finance, Government and Politics, Industry, International/Global Affairs, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Military and War, Mining, Natural Resources
ListenThe Continued Global Intake of Russia’s Diamonds

Saving Coral Reefs

>> April 24, 2022

Coral reefs are home to 25% of all marine life – approximately 800,000 species. But these vibrant, colorful landscapes are more than just a home for life; coral reefs are animals themselves.

topics covered: Climate Change, Conservation and Sustainability, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Ocean Science, Science, Wildlife Protection and Management
ListenSaving Coral Reefs

New York City: A National Treasure

>> April 24, 2022

Look a little closer and you’ll find many hidden gems throughout New York City. Tour guide and author Laurie Lewis joins Viewpoints to shed some light on the stories behind some of the city’s most famous buildings and parks.

topics covered: American Culture and History, Architecture, Environment, History, Infrastructure and Engineering, Tourism, Travel, Urban Planning
ListenNew York City: A National Treasure

The Refugee Crisis: Finding Help Amidst Conflict

>> April 17, 2022

As of early April, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has displaced more than 4.2 million refugees. On Viewpoints this week – we discuss the importance of helping migrants who need support in getting to safety and finding shelter, education, and more.

topics covered: Immigration and Deportation, International/Global Affairs, Military and War, Natural Disasters, Race and Identity, Racism and Discrimination, Sociology
ListenThe Refugee Crisis: Finding Help Amidst Conflict

A History of Fabric

>> April 17, 2022

When did quality-made clothes disappear, and the rise of new, cheaper fabrics take hold in the U.S.? Author Sofi Thanhauser joins us this week to shed some light on how the garment industry got to where it is today.

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Business and Entrepreneurship, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Employment and Workplace Issues, Environment, Fashion, History, Industry, Manufacturing, Textiles and Clothing
ListenA History of Fabric
space debris featured image

The Expanding Landfill in Space

>> March 20, 2022

From weather forecasting to cellular coverage to global imaging, we heavily rely on space satellites in our day to day lives. We discuss the serious issue of human-created space debris and what’s being done to curb this problem before it reaches catastrophic levels.

topics covered: Astronomy, Conservation and Sustainability, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Infrastructure and Engineering, Pollution, Science, Science and Technology, Space Travel and Space Exploration, Technology, Waste Management
ListenThe Expanding Landfill in Space
Urban Wildlife - Viewpoints Radio

Urban Wildlife: An Influx of New Neighbors

>> March 6, 2022

Countless different species of wildlife were driven out of cities centuries ago, but in recent decades have begun returning in greater numbers and adapting to the human-centric infrastructure. Two wildlife experts join us this week to highlight how we can both coexist in these settings.

topics covered: American Culture and History, Animals and Pets, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Ecology and Ecosystem Management, Environment, Infrastructure and Engineering, Urban Planning, Wildlife Protection and Management
ListenUrban Wildlife: An Influx of New Neighbors
Many Modes of Transportation - Viewpoints Radio

The Many Modes of Transportation

>> February 13, 2022

Dr. Susan Shaheen, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of California-Berkeley, joins us this week to highlight the country’s current infrastructure and what more needs to be done to promote greater citizen mobility with bikes, scooters and other non-motor modes of transportation.

topics covered: Climate Change, Conservation and Sustainability, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Infrastructure and Engineering, Research, Transportation, Urban Planning
ListenThe Many Modes of Transportation
Starry Night: The Effects of Light Pollution - featured image

Starry Night: The Effects of Light Pollution

>> January 9, 2022

More than 80% of the world’s population lives under light-polluted skies. Light pollution can impact sleep, health, and the environment. It also means the beautiful stars in our skies are clouded by the bright beams of lights all around us. We discuss the issue of light pollution and how stargazers can bring about change in their local communities.

topics covered: Astronomy, Culture and the Arts, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Education, Environment, History, Literature and Writing, Science and Technology
ListenStarry Night: The Effects of Light Pollution
seasonal affective disorder featured image

A Season of Sadness

>> January 2, 2022

Researchers estimate that around 10 million Americans suffer from seasonal affective disorder each year. We speak with psychologist Dr. Carrie Ditzel about the prevalence of SAD and how people can combat these feelings and find additional support.

topics covered: Anxiety and Depression, Behavior, Biology, COVID-19 Pandemic, Exercise and Fitness, Food and Nutrition, Health and Medicine, Holidays and Traditions, Mental Health, Omicron Variant, Psychology and Psychiatry, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Sleep, Stress, Weather and Weather Forecasting, Wellness
ListenA Season of Sadness

Working in Intensifying Heat

>> September 19, 2021

Imagine working for hours on end outside in temperatures exceeding 90 or 100 degrees. On top of this, there’s little shade, minimal breaks and often not enough water. This is the reality for millions of laborers who work in agriculture, construction and other industries. Why aren’t there more legal guidelines protecting these essential workers?

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Employment and Workplace Issues, Environment, Farming and Agriculture, Infrastructure and Engineering, Labor Rights and Wages, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Public Safety, Science and Technology
ListenWorking in Intensifying Heat

Designing a Greener Building Landscape

>> September 19, 2021

Constructing a new building requires many resources, from hundreds of hours of labor to thousands of pounds of steel, cement, glass and other building materials. Design consultant Ned Cramer joins us this week to uncover how the industry is utilizing new technology to build more sustainably and lessen waste.

topics covered: Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Infrastructure and Engineering
ListenDesigning a Greener Building Landscape
  • Go to page 1
  • Go to page 2
  • Go to page 3
  • Go to page 4
  • Next
↑ Return to Top

Stay up-to-date on the latest in current events, public affairs, literature, culture, entertainment & more.

Enter your email address to get notifications & instant access to new Viewpoints Radio segments as they are released.

Start airing Viewpoints Radio on your platform to satisfy FCC OPIF requirements, including quarterly issues/programming reports.

Become an Affiliate

Connect

Interact with us by sharing comments, favorite segments, questions or even suggest a topic.

  • Facebook link
  • Twitter
  • Instagram link
  • Pinterest link
  • spotify link
  • YouTube link
  • RSS Feed
  • contact by email

American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) logo

Listen

  • Archive
  • Broadcast
  • Guests
  • Podcast & Digital Outlets
  • Recently Aired
  • Terms
  • Topics
  • Ways to Listen

Learn

  • About Us
  • Affiliates
  • Contact Info
  • FAQ
  • Our Team
  • Public Affairs & FCC Requirements
  • AURN.com
  • Sitemap

© Copyright 2022 – American Urban Radio Networks

↑ Return to top