In this episode, we interview Eliza Mayo, the Deputy Director of the Arava Institute for Environmental Studies, which is devoted to solving the intertwined climate crisis and Arab-Israeli conflict. Eliza shares with us the Institute’s goals, initiatives they have undertaken, the scarcest resource in the Middle East, and what her job entails. We are impressed by Eliza’s dedication, important work, and her strong moral compass that prevails even in complicated situations.

Episode 24: "Peace Building and Enviornmental Leadership in the Middle East with Eliza Mayo"

In this episode, we interview Joseph Gitler, founder of Leket, the largest food rescue organization in Israel. We discuss Leket’s mission, the various projects and programs it facilitates, the crucial role that volunteers play in the organization, and Joseph's dedication to helping the world and the people in need of its resources. Joseph requests that next time you are at a buffet, not to stuff your plate (come for seconds instead!), and to eat leftovers.

Episode 25: "Nourishing the Planet with Joseph Gitler"

In this episode, we interview Alex McAlvay, a curator at the Botanical Gardens Institute of Economic Botany. Alex researches agrobiodiversity and explains why it is crucial for a resilient and sustainable future. In addition, Alex elaborates on the connection between indigenous languages and indigenous plant knowledge, sharing exciting projects he’s working on! Finally, Alex explains why bananas used to taste better and why more diversity in the Irish potato crops might have saved lives during the Potato Famine.

Episode 26: "Agrobiodiversity and Sustainability with Alex McAlvay"

In this episode, we interview Christina Miller, the CEO of Christiana T. Miller Sustainable Jewelry Consulting. Christina shares her journey from a teenager obsessed with crafting jewelry to a leader in the field of sourcing ethical and sustainable materials and advocating for change. Christina discusses the contrast between native communities crafting and sourcing jewelry following their ancient traditions, and irresponsible mining by large-scale corporate companies with little respect for the planet. Christina also discusses her love for wild foraging and hiking as a way of reflection and community building.

Please click the following link to read about the Yanomami Mining Crisis: https://www.greenpeace.org/international/story/58033/yanomami-indigenous-brazil-mining-health-crisis-malnutrition-malaria/

Episode 27: "Sustainable Jewelry with Christina Miller"

In this episode, we interview Alex Barnard, an assistant professor in the Department of Sociology at NYU. Alex discusses his previous research about dumpster diving and local climate politics in Ecuador. In addition, Alex explains his current research project on mental illness and homelessness in California and France and the effects of climate change on homelessness. Alex also shares his favorite vegan substitute and many tips for sustainable living.

Episode 28: "Dumpster Diving with Alex Barnard"

In this episode, we interview Mindy Weisberger, a talented and enthusiastic science writer and editor. Mindy shares the importance of climate change awareness, the process of producing a short film, her journey to science education, and her favorite science-themed book. Mindy also hosted a podcast called "Life's Little Mysteries" and reflects on her experiences as a podcaster and gives helpful podcasting advice.

Episode 29: "Documenting Climate Change with Mindy Weisberger"

In this episode, we interview world-acclaimed journalist and broadcaster Anya Kamenetz. Anya shares advice she gives parents about meaningful ways to talk to their children about climate change. Anya also discusses the nuance of past and present climate journalism and some of her own climate change stories.

Episode 30: "Discussing our Future with Anya Kamenetz"

In this episode, we are honored to interview Professor Britt Crow Miller.  Britt is a professor in the Departments of Environmental Conservation and Earth, Geographic and Climate Sciences at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and the Director of the Sustainability Science graduate program. In this episode we discuss Britt’s academic research that focuses on political ecology, water politics, sustainability education, and global development. Britt also shares her work at her nonprofit, City Wild, an organization that runs hands-on, outdoor, sustainable programming and camps for kids. Britt shares her passion for wild foraging, bee keeping, and her new children’s book: “World of Rot.”

Episode 31: Educating the Future with Professor Britt Crow-Miller

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