Climate Change, COVID-19 & Outbreaks in a Warming World

Climate Change, COVID-19 & Outbreaks in a Warming World

Author: The Weather Company, The Weather Channel March 24, 2020 Duration: 20:12
This week Dr. Mona Sarfaty and Kait delve into the relationship between infectious disease and climate change, and how the response to COVID-19 can offer lessons to those charged with protecting our planet.

Hosted by meteorologist Kait Parker, Warming Signs digs into the stories behind our changing planet. This isn't just a rundown of dire forecasts; it's a thoughtful exploration of the science, the solutions, and the people on the front lines of environmental shifts. Each episode of this podcast from The Weather Company peels back the layers of complex issues-from coastal erosion to energy transitions-with a blend of clarity and engaging conversation. You'll find that Kait's approach balances necessary expertise with a relatable wit, making daunting topics both accessible and compelling. The goal is to move past the alarmist headlines to uncover tangible reasons for optimism and practical steps forward. New episodes arrive every other Tuesday, offering a regular dose of insight and perspective. Tune in for a deeper understanding of the forces shaping our world and the innovative ideas aiming to forge a better path.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 43

Warming Signs
Podcast Episodes
The Lessons Climate Change Can Teach us About Pandemics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:33
Join Kait for a chat with Dr. Jon Foley of Project Drawdown, and see how we created what he calls a “biological storm” that unleashed a pandemic on the planet’s population.
High School Students Race to Rescue a Disappearing Coast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:48
Some school districts across the country have kept climate change off the curriculum, but for one high school in New Orleans, it’s the focus. New Harmony, a first-of-a-kind charter school, teaches coastal ecology and sea…
What Melting Glaciers Mean for Our Food Supply [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:32
When glaciers melt, they trigger a domino-effect that could one day end at your dinner plate. Join Kait for a chat with Dr. Ted Scambos, a senior research scientist at Earth Science Observation Center. He breaks down the…
Trouble Brewing for Beer, Thanks to Climate Change [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:08
Could your brew be in jeopardy? Made from hops and barley, beer is at risk of becoming more difficult to make due to changing weather patterns and water scarcity. Can new ideas and innovation save your favorite brand? Jo…
How a Warming World Could Leave 30% of Us Underwater [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:06
Join Kait for a chat with Dr. Ayana Johnson. She’s a marine biologist who specializes in helping coastal cities become resilient. What she says about the future of our coastlines might have you thinking twice about buyin…
How Your Climate Actions Are Being Used Against You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:59
Who is really behind the push to stop flying in the name of climate change? Or to stop using straws and to stop eating meat? Dr. Michael Mann argues that both individual action and institutional change are needed to tack…