Explore every episode of the podcast The Environmentalist

This episode explores Milankovitch cycles and the role Earth’s orbital and tilt changes play in shaping climate over thousands of years. We look at these natural rhythms and what they may—or may not—tell us about the climate today.

This episode explores what artificial intelligence is and how it can be used to support sustainability. From improving energy efficiency and monitoring ecosystems to helping predict environmental risks, I discuss the potential of AI to enhance climate action — while also reflecting on the challenges and limitations that come with relying on this evolving technology.

This episode explores whether conservation should focus on protecting entire ecosystems rather than individual species, weighing the benefits and challenges of both approaches.

This episode explores why diversity is essential to advancing sustainability and effectively tackling the climate crisis. From blending traditional knowledge with modern technology, to addressing social equity in sustainability efforts, I discuss how diverse perspectives help create innovative, adaptable solutions for our planet’s most pressing challenges.

In this episode of The Environmentalist, we explore why CEOs are deprioritizing sustainability in favor of AI, inflation, and other challenges, and what it means for the future of our planet. We dive into the disconnect between business leaders and consumers, the risks of falling behind on emission goals, and why companies need to double down on sustainability to stay ahead. Tune in for insights on how businesses can turn their promises into real action.

Explaining what vertical farming is, what the pros and cons of such practices are, and whether or not it is the future of the agriculture industry.

Exposing the truth about influencer marketing on the environment and how influencers can make better use of their platforms for the sake of the planet.

Revealing the ways in which you can avoid plastic bottle usage while ensuring a healthy digestive system on vacation.

Explaining the current status of Canada's power grid and how we can transition to support the new wave of EV's.

Outlining the history of the oil and gas sector, their progress, and the pros and cons to releasing their achievements.

Explaining what COP27 is and its history. Outlining the main topics discussed this year, some key takeaways, and future steps.

Outlining what CCS is, how it works, and whether or not its a viable solution for the future of carbon removal.

Food waste is a global issue impacting countries across the globe. The biggest culprits of food waste are in fact restaurants so I'm diving into the pros and cons of implementing a fee for uneaten food. 

Outlining our current economic model, and explaining why transitioning to a more circular one is favourable for the environment. 

Uncovering the truth about what safari's are capable of doing to animals and outlining sustainable alternatives.  

Describing what the global waste trade is, how it impacts the global north and south, and what our next steps should be. 

Explaining the impacts of mitigating and adapting to climate change and what either/both mean for future generations.

Explaining how cattle pollute, what low carbon beef entails, and determining whether beef can actually be low carbon. 

Explaining what invasive species are, what animal cruelty entails, and deciphering whether there is any overlap between them. 

Explaining what the Ozone is, what happened to it, and explaining what's happening to it now.

Explaining what Capitalism is, how it affects the environment, and what can be done so the two can both thrive.

Outlining what lawns are, their cons, and why edible landscapes are the way to go.

Outlining the water wars thesis, what it means, which hot spot regions are in danger of said war, and possible next steps.

Explaining what Corporate Greenwashing is, the dangers of its use, and outlining how to combat the issue by making more informed choices.

Explaining how the packaging, content, and production of makeup products are harmful both to us and the environment. 

Explaining what GMO's are, and the pros and cons of their potential implementation. 

Describing what invasive species are, what they do, how they are spread, the consequences of their introduction, and what we can do to stop them!

Figuring out whether or not there is a relationship between the increase in mosquitoes seen and climate change, and offering potential solutions to the problems that may arise from this increase.  

Explaining what asteroids are, what asteroid mining entails, and how it is becoming the future of the mining industry. 

Explaining how hunting your own meat is more; humane, sustainable, healthy, and overall just better for the planet than buying packaged farmed animals at a store. 

Debunking the notion that organic farming is better for human health and for the environment, while also explaining how increasing demand impacts quality, and providing solutions for both the short/long-term.

Defining Beyond Meat, discussing their goals, and outlining the opposition that animal based meat companies have with their goals. 

Explaining the Zero-Waste industry and identifying the pros and cons of its actual sustainability. 

Breaking down the misconception that wild animals are safer in captivity and outlining when captivity is actually necessary and beneficial. 

Explaining what carbon taxes are, the pros and cons of its implementation, and my take on it!

Explaining the causes, dangers, and feasible solutions to combatting the rise in sea levels. 

Summarizing the main concepts of the Netflix Documentary Seaspiracy 

Outlining the differences between thermal/electric cars and debunking the myth that electric cars to date are better for the planet.

Explaining the negative effects of overpopulation on the environment, but at the same time debunking the myth. 

Breaking down the myth the vegan/vegetarian diets are better for the planet, listen to find out how!

Explaining what fast fashion is, whether or not social media influencers are responsible for it, and what we can do to prevent its negative environmental effects. 

Going over the history of power plants, outlining the problems with old/conventional power plants, and explaining why Thorium is the answer to all of our problems!

What is bitcoin? How is it mined? and is it more sustainable than conventional payment methods? Find out now!

Defining eco-tourism and clarifying how it may be more sustainable than mass tourism - whilst also providing some advice to make eco-tourism even more sustainable. 

Breaking down the need for allocating blame when it comes to climate change and who is really responsible for our current predicament and why. 

Discussing the pros and cons that the global lockdown has done for the environment and determining whether these effects are long lasting.

Outlining the effects of single-use plastics and why they should be banned from the market.

Weighing the pros and cons of whether or not human existence would be better for the planet....hint: its not as doom and gloom as it sounds!

My take on whether or not private cars should be banned from large cities...hint: I do!

What is noise pollution, what causes it, and what are the effects it has on people and wildlife?