Climate Quandaries

S3E4: Peter Kalmus

In this episode, Peter and I discuss, among other things: bringing emotion into science and science communication; the ethics of environmental solutions; climate science in the sweep of history; and his track record of activism and civil disobedience.

S3E3: Nicola Maher

In this episode, Nicola and I discuss, among other things: finding meaning in a flood of data; alternative visions for research proposals; the value of personal connections; and how we’re all products of our time.

S3E2: Corey Lesk

In this episode, Corey and I discuss, among other things: the status and future of international science; a Canadian perspective on environmental challenges; the skewing effects of top-tier journals; and how to value different types of contributions.

S3E1: Jonathan Buzan

In this episode, Jonathan and I discuss, among other things: international mobility of people, data, and ideas; AI-driven advances; the intimate relationship between basic and applied science; and practical ways of making change.

S2E4: Zack Labe

In this episode, Zack and I discuss, among other things: crossovers between weather and climate mindsets; balancing data transparency and potential misinterpretation; making sense of the flood of scientific output; and the continuing suitability of ‘climate normals’.