Send us a text Jakarta is sinking. The Maldives are vanishing. And cities like Miami and New York are racing to hold back the sea. This week, we dig into what’s really driving sea level rise, how it’s affecting real people right now, and what it means when staying home becomes a risk.

Send us a text Sustainability isn’t just about water bottles and bamboo toothbrushes. This week, we’re talking about what it really costs to live sustainably, who’s being left behind, and why the green movement isn’t as inclusive as we like to think.

Send us a text Coral reefs are dying, but not quietly. In this episode, we explore the surprising science of reef regeneration, the politics of denial, and what hope really sounds like underwater.

Send us a text Climate change affects all of us, but not equally. In this episode, we'll explore the hidden link between gender, power, and the planet. From a Zimbabwean farming collective to Indigenous women in India drawing “dream maps,” these are the stories of communities who aren’t just surviving climate change, they’re leading the response.

Send us a text Climate change isn’t just about weather—it’s about water, time, and who pays the price. This week, we follow the story of Sabina Riwo and explore how water scarcity shaped her childhood, and how it’s still shaping the lives of girls across the globe.

Send us a text A rice farmer in Indonesia with no water, just dry fields and dead fish. In this episode, we explore how water security is slipping: quietly, globally, and closer to home than we think.

Send us a text A family lost their home to rising seas—but the courts said they’re not refugees. What happens when climate forces people to move, but the system isn’t built to protect them?

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Send us a text A leaked memo from anonymous food industry insiders warns of an imminent collapse in global food systems. We dig into what's behind the alarm—and why it might be agriculture's version of Big Oil’s climate denial. This may be a tipping point we’ve already passed.

Send us a text Today we’re taking a deep dive into one of the biggest paradoxes on the planet: China. On one hand, you’ve got the crackdowns on free speech, brutal business practices, and a government that doesn’t exactly scream “freedom.” On the other? China’s leading the biggest clean energy transformation the world has ever seen — and it’s happening fast. In this episode, we're breaking down how China’s trying to pivot from the world’s coal-chugging factory to a net-zero powerhouse by 20...

Send us a text Pull up a chair and let’s talk climate! We’ll kick things off with my embarrassing ski wipeout story (turns out "slowly creeping toward cornices" is terrible advice) before getting real about what happens when Earth heats up past 1.5°C. No jargon, just straight talk about melting ice caps, rising seas, and collapsing ecosystems that our kids will actually face in their lifetimes. Sure, it gets heavy—we're heading toward 2.3-3.1°C warming unless we change course—but I'm not here...

Send us a text What is a climate tipping point, what happens when we hit them and why should you care? In this episode, we dig into the science and stakes of passing critical thresholds in Earth’s systems. Plus, a metaphor you won’t forget: the “log stack moment.”

Send us a text Is Organic farming better for the environment than more conventional forms of farming? If you do even a quick search on the internet, you’ll no doubt receive a resounding yes. On the surface, this can sound like the obvious answer. But is it really? Join Dave as he explores what science has to say on the topic, the answer may surprise you! 0:00 - Introduction 2:45 - What is Organic Farming? 4:22 - Requirements for Organic Certification 6:10 - Greenwashing 8:43 - Pesticide...

Send us a text Description: Carbon credits—are they a real solution or just corporate greenwashing? In this episode, we break down how carbon credits work, the difference between regulated and voluntary markets, and whether they actually reduce emissions. We’ll cover: ✔ How businesses use carbon credits to claim net-zero status ✔ The benefits—funding sustainability and cutting emissions ✔ The problems—fraud, greenwashing, and lack of regulation ✔ What needs to change f...

Send us a text In this episode of Running My Mouth Off About Climate Change, Dave dives into the complexities of the Paris Agreement, exploring the fine balance between global climate goals and the practical challenges nations face. From countries struggling to meet emission targets to the realities of coal dependence and funding gaps, this episode unpacks the critical issues often overlooked in the climate change conversation. Tune in for a candid discussion on the global efforts to combat c...

Send us a text In today’s episode, Dave explores the impact of climate change on the global food supply, focusing on the lesser-discussed consequences for both developed and developing countries. From unpredictable weather patterns, like California’s alternating droughts and heavy rainfall, to the devastating effects of extreme weather events on food production in countries like India and South Sudan, Dave delves into how climate change exacerbates food insecurity and malnutrition. Highlighti...

Send us a text In 'Running My Mouth Off About Climate Change,' host Dave tackles the complex issue of food security. Starting with his own journey to run a marathon, he draws parallels to the consistency needed in our food systems. This episode provides an overview of how climate change is affecting our food supply, examining the impact of longer growing seasons, water scarcity, and pests. Discover the challenges we face and the potential solutions being explored, from pesticides to GMOs, as ...

Send us a text Giraffes, burps, and the surprising connection to your dinner plate? Yep, we're going there. Join Dave on "Running My Mouth Off about Climate Change" as he dives into the wild world of agriculture and its impact on our planet. Forget the doom and gloom, we're tackling complex issues with a side of quirky facts and a promise to keep the numbers (mostly) digestible. From methane-spewing cows to the surprising power of algae, you'll discover the unexpected ways our food choices af...

Send us a text How do we know, for certain, that we caused climate change? Seems basic. But, the actual evidence, that smoking gun that has our fingerprints on it, can prove more elusive than we’d imagine. We’ll take a brief look at how we got into this climate crisis mess and move into two pieces of irrefutable proof that the fault of the climate crisis is ours and ours alone.

Send us a text Food is important. It’s invaluable to our survival and, let’s face it, some of it is pretty darn tasty! But pressures from climate change and a rapidly increasing global population are beginning to put pressure on farms across the world. Let’s explore the link that exists between educating girls and agriculture, how it’s a vital step that needs to be taken if we want to keep enjoying our morning coffee or tea. If you want to donate to help move this process forward, here ...