Cultural Perspectives Episodes

Roy Scranton's Learning to Die in the Anthropocene: Reflections on the End of a Civilization invites us to confront a sobering truth: we cannot escape our fate. As we grapple with the challenges of our time, Scranton emphasizes the importance of facing our future with patience, reflection, and love rather than panic or denial. His reflections draw from a life steeped in experience, including his service in Iraq, where he learned that truly living often requires us to embrace the reality of mort...

In this episode of the GlobalWarmingisReal podcast, we talk with Michael Mezzatesta, a prominent voice in climate economics, policy, and activism. Our conversation explores the complexities of climate action in the context of a second Trump administration. Host Tom Schueneman and Michael Mezzatesta dissect the multifaceted challenges climate change poses, particularly in the context of the Trump administration's ruinous policies. The conversation delves deep into the implications of withdrawin...

Takeaways: This podcast invites listeners to embark on a multimedia journey exploring climate change. Each episode features interviews with activists and experts dedicated to combating climate change. We confront the harsh realities of our environment while also discovering pathways to hope and action. Listeners will learn about the urgent need to protect our planet in this crucial decade. In a world increasingly defined by the impacts of climate change, the Global Warming is Real podcast s...