Kimberly & Leo, Petty Harbour, Newfoundland

Steve Brown - former 'owner' of Novara

Join us as we explore the incredible journey of Steve Brown, former owner of Novara. Steve is a seasoned sailor and explorer, who shares insights on navigating the Arctic, guardianship of Novara, and the impact of climate change on polar regions. This conversation offers valuable lessons on adventure, stewardship, and environmental awareness.

Marie-Elise Maingot - Trinidad & Tobago

An exploration of youth-led climate resilience in Trinidad and Tobago, featuring Marie-Elise Maingot of the Global Shapers community in Port of Spain. Marie-Elise shares how her twin-island nation is experiencing the frontline impacts of climate change - from devastating floods and record-breaking heatwaves to shifting rainfall patterns - and describes the innovative community-led responses, including regenerative agriculture training, science communication, and leatherback turtle conservation. A story of optimism, listening, and the power of young leaders to drive change in one of the world's most climate-vulnerable Small Island Developing States.

Lonnie Dupre in the Arctic

Have you ever wondered how climate change impacts life in the Arctic? From disappearing sea ice to shifting animal populations, these changes threaten traditional ways of living for Inuit communities. In this post, you'll discover a firsthand account from seasoned Arctic explorer Lonnie Dupre, who has spent decades living amongst Greenland's Inuit people and witnessing these rapid transformations firsthand. With rising temperatures and melting permafrost, Arctic communities face unprecedented challenges – yet their resilience and adaptive strategies are equally compelling. Join us as we explore how climate change is reshaping the Arctic landscape, culture, and livelihoods, and what can be done moving forward.

Kimberly & Leo, Petty Harbour, Newfoundland

In this conversation, Kimberly and Leo from Fishing for Success discuss the history and current state of Petty Harbour, Newfoundland, focusing on the the effects of climate change, the impact of the cod moratorium and community advocacy for sustainable fishing practices. They share insights into their non-profit organization, which aims to reconnect youth with nature through fishing, and the importance of empowering women in the fishing community through their Girls Who Fish program. Keywords Petty Harbour, Fishing for Success, cod moratorium, sustainable fishing, climate change, community advocacy, Girls Who Fish, Newfoundland, youth education, food sovereignty

Tom Lusink - Isle of Raasay

Today we’re talking with Tom Lusink from the Isle of Raasay, West Scotland. The conversation explores the challenges faced by coastal communities, particularly regarding climate changes and housing shortages and the proactive measures taken by residents to address these issues. It highlights the resilience of communities that often take matters into their own hands when local government support is lacking. Keywords community resilience, housing solutions, coastal communities, self-reliance, social housing, local government, island living, community investment, housing crisis, community action