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Environment

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Green Burials

>> February 26, 2023

We talk about the importance of being involved in the death process of loved ones and learning about what burial options are available when that time comes.

topics covered: Aging and Death, Climate Change, Culture and the Arts, End of Life Care and Planning, Environment, Health and Medicine
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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?
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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

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

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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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

Fighting for the Future of Clean Water

>> August 22, 2021

Gold mining has been a lucrative business for many generations. Today, it’s still a booming industry with global mining companies expanding into new markets each year. This week – we highlight the incredible story of activists in northern El Salvador who stood up to mining company, OceanaGold and won.

topics covered: Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Government and Politics, Inequality, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Mining, Natural Resources, Public Health and Policy, Public Policy
ListenFighting for the Future of Clean Water
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A Better Way To Get Away

>> July 11, 2021

It seems like lately almost everyone is heading to the airport. Whether you’re flying, driving or taking a train, vacations are a highly anticipated time to get away from everyday life. Everyone deserves relaxation, but is there a way to make sure that you’re traveling more consciously? Are you booking excursions with local, independent companies? Supporting …

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Business and Entrepreneurship, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, History, Holidays and Traditions, Infrastructure and Engineering, Small Business, Tourism, Transportation, Travel, Travel and Leisure, Wildlife Protection and Management
ListenA Better Way To Get Away
The Endless Drought: Dwindling Water In The West

The Endless Drought: Dwindling Water in the West

>> June 20, 2021

Lake Mead, the reservoir created by the Hoover Dam, is at its lowest levels ever recorded. Drought is not a new problem in the West, but it is getting worse as the years go by. What’s being done to curb water consumption and increase supply so people’s taps don’t run dry?

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Conservation and Sustainability, Drought, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Infrastructure and Engineering, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Literature and Writing, Natural Disasters, Public Health and Policy, Public Policy, Public Safety, Science and Technology, Technology, Weather and Weather Forecasting
ListenThe Endless Drought: Dwindling Water in the West
21-25 Segment 2: The Toll of Excess Clothes Production

The Toll of Excess Clothes Production

>> June 20, 2021

The average clothing item today is worn anywhere from seven to ten times before it’s discarded on donated. Why is this number so low, and what happens once the garment leaves a person’s closet? Maxine Bedat, a prominent voice in sustainable fashion, joins us this week to shed some light on the clothing crisis and how its impacting workers and the …

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, American Culture and History, Business and Entrepreneurship, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Economics and Finance, Environment, Fashion, History, Industry, Labor Rights and Wages, Manufacturing, Media and Entertainment, Pollution, Textiles and Clothing
ListenThe Toll of Excess Clothes Production
21-24 Segment 1: The Environmental Effects Of Staggering Palm Oil Production

The Environmental Effects of Staggering Palm Oil Production

>> June 13, 2021

In the U.S., most Americans commonly use vegetable or olive oil when cooking. While we don’t often here about palm oil, it’s in many of the products that we buy at the grocery store, including everything from food to personal care products. And abroad, palm oil is widely used in cooking and frying. Last year, global consumption reached 72 million tons. …

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Business and Entrepreneurship, Climate Change, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Farming and Agriculture, Food and Nutrition, Pollution, Wildlife Protection and Management
ListenThe Environmental Effects of Staggering Palm Oil Production

The Debate On Invasive Species (2021)

>> May 30, 2021

Many people are worried that non-native plants and animals are invading the U.S. and preventing native species from thriving. Each year, a lot of money and time is spent trying to rid the land of these aliens - often to no avail. But, are these species present because they’re the only ones that can exist in that environment?

topics covered: Animals and Pets, Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Ecology and Ecosystem Management, Environment, Research, Science
ListenThe Debate On Invasive Species (2021)
The Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Conundrum

The Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Conundrum

>> May 9, 2021

How often do you buy an item from the store that’s packaged in a plastic container or wrapped in plastic? Daily decisions like these add up and are feeding into the global plastic crisis. Scientists estimate that there’s anywhere between nine to 16 million tons of plastic on the sea floor, polluting the environment, harming species and releasing harmful …

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Health and Medicine, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Pollution, Recycling, Regulation, Waste Management
ListenThe Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Conundrum
21-16 Segment 1: The Role We Each Play In Slowing Climate Change

The Role We Each Play in Slowing Climate Change

>> April 18, 2021

Despite the pandemic, carbon emissions are at an all-time high, topping records over the past 3.6 million years. For years, scientists have warned of humans approaching a critical tipping point of global warming – and it’s here. Sustainability scientist Dr. Kimberly Nicholas joins Viewpoints this week to break down the current climate landscape and explain …

topics covered: Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Food and Nutrition, Government and Politics, Industry, Philosophy and Ethics, Transportation
ListenThe Role We Each Play in Slowing Climate Change
21-09 Segment 2: The Arctic Then vs. Now

The Arctic Then vs. Now

>> February 28, 2021

Over the last two decades, Arctic melt has increased by about 60 percent. It’s estimated that if all of the glaciers and ice caps were to disappear into the ocean, sea level would rise by 230 feet, wiping out all of the coastal cities and town around the globe. Journalist and author, Andrea Pitzer shares the history of Arctic exploration and how the …

topics covered: Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, History, Pollution, Wildlife Protection and Management
ListenThe Arctic Then vs. Now

The Slow-Looming, Invisible Crisis of Climate Change

>> April 26, 2020

With billions across the world staying home right now due to coronavirus, air pollution in many major cities has cleared making way for blue skies and new views of nature. This week, Viewpoints speaks with journalist and author Thomas Kostigen about the role of geoengineering in tackling another approaching global crisis: climate change.

topics covered: Climate Change, COVID-19 Pandemic, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Future, Pollution
ListenThe Slow-Looming, Invisible Crisis of Climate Change

Saving the Cheetahs

>> February 28, 2016

Cheetahs are the fastest of all land animals – they can reach speeds of up to 70 mph in short bursts. Despite their speed and hunting ability, cheetahs are endangered in Africa and Asia, and don’t breed especially well in captivity. In Africa, they can attack livestock herds for food, and that puts them in danger from the subsistence farmers who need to …

topics covered: Animals and Pets, Conservation and Sustainability, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Environment, Wildlife Protection and Management
ListenSaving the Cheetahs
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