Ep. 25
Roots and Shoots
Jane Goodall began Roots and Shoots when young people asked her how they could help the world. Shay and Matt talk about the local organization.
2026 episodes (11)
Ep. 24
CASS the Dangers of Air Pollution
Justin and Dez discuss the dangers of air pollution and again emphasize the need for a climate commission with authority to require Tacoma companies to adhere to the Clean Air Act.
Ep. 23
Oil Refineries in the Tacoma Tideflats and the Need for a Climate Commission with Authority
Abbie and Lyric explain the risks of oil refineries in Tacoma and the need for a climate commission with power. Oil from Tacoma fuels exploitation of indigenous peoples around the globe. A climate commission with the power to revoke permits is a first step in protecting our people and our environment.
Ep. 22
What is pollution and what are the effects on the South Sound?
Samuel, Aiden, Justin and Moon discuss the affects of pollution on the environment and peoples of the South Sound and the need for a strong climate commission to hold polluters accountable.
Ep. 21
Community Organizing for Tenant Rights
Members of the Northslope Tenant Union explain the need for tenant protections in Tacoma.
Ep. 20
April 29, 2026 Climate Chat with Marty Kunz
Jason, Marty, and Samuel discuss the negative effects of the military on climate locally and around the world
Ep. 19
April 2, 2026
Today’s climate chat is about the upcoming People’s March, the need for a Climate Commission with power, and the history of successful people’s movements.
Ep. 18
Interview with Ramona Bennett, Puyallup Elder
Ramona Bennett talks with Marilyn and Samuel about the 1970s Fish Wars and fighting for survival of the Puyallup people.
Ep. 16
ICE, Immigration Terror, and the Benefits of a Real Climate Commission
Currently we detain hundreds of people on a Superfund cleanup site. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the lead agency conducting the cleanup. This land is too toxic for residential use yet Tacoma permits the GEO Group to maintain a detention center there. A strong Climate Commission would prevent people from being incarcerated on the Tideflats.
Ep. 15
Climate Chat February 6, 2026 - Water and Climate
This episode talks about how interfering with watersheds and wetlands exacerbate the problems of climate change. We also hear a personal story of coping with rising waters.