Best Yale Center for Environmental Communication Podcasts (2025)

With underground tanks and native vegetation, Cheesecake Brook is getting a climate-ready upgrade. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Extreme heat could threaten human health on a massive scale 1:31

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If the world warms 1.8 degrees F more, dangerous heat waves could plague an area the size of the U.S. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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An electric car share program helps people get around in the Twin Cities 1:31

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It’s designed for people who only need a car occasionally. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Proposed gas plants in Wisconsin pose health risks, report finds 1:31

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Pollution from the plants could contribute to heart attacks, ER visits, and long-term health harms over decades. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Rethinking Incentives: What Leaders Miss About Employee Engagement | Stephan Meier | 652 19:52

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Are your compensation strategies sabotaging employee engagement? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Peter Winick sits down with Stephan Meier, Chair of the Management Division at Columbia Business School and a leading voice in behavioral economics. Stephan shares insights from his journey—from academia to the Federal Reserve to …

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Warmer winters increase West Nile risk 1:31

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The disease, transmitted to humans by mosquitoes, can cause fatal neurological damage in some cases. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Climate justice advocates fight for fairness in the face of climate change 1:31

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Robert Bullard calls for climate action that repairs past harms and uplifts neglected communities. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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After decades of pollution, California community secures $550 million settlement from Chevron 1:31

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One environmental advocate says the deal is a step forward for Richmond – but not a full solution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Chicago environmental justice group calls for transition to electric trucks 1:31

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Replacing half of Chicago’s diesel trucks with electric vehicles could dramatically improve health, study suggests. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Low-income housing for seniors gets a climate-friendly renovation in central New York 1:31

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The seven-story apartment building is now powered by geothermal and solar energy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Bay Area nonprofit provides fresh veggies, cooking classes to people living in a food desert 1:31

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Urban Tilth, a Richmond, California-based organization, distributes free produce to primarily Black and Latino neighborhoods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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An electric firetruck puts out blazes in Madison, Wisconsin 1:31

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The truck’s quiet engine makes it easier for firefighters to talk during calls, and it doesn’t spew diesel pollution into the firehouse. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Beyond Retirement: Building a Legacy of Generous Leadership | Joe Davis |651 17:42

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What if your greatest impact as a leader begins after your "official" career ends? Joe Davis, former Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and author of "The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain", joins Peter Winick to share insights from his extraordinary shift from consulting titan to imp…

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In an Illinois forest, many buds are forming earlier and leaves are changing color later 1:31

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It all adds up to a longer growing season in Trelease Woods, a centuries-old forest near the University of Illinois. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Civil rights leader links climate change to racial justice 1:31

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Rev. Dr. Gerald Durley says the fight for clean air and a safe environment is linked to the battle for racial equity. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Trees can be flood-prevention heroes 1:31

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Leaves and branches slow the rate of rain hitting the ground, and roots help prevent soil erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Why Emotional Intelligence is the Missing Skill in Surgical Leadership | Gina Catalano | 650 34:40

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How do you grab the attention of the smartest person in the room and introduce an idea that could fundamentally change their approach to leadership? In this insightful episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Gina Catalano, President of Central Forza Group and author of The Leadership Wake Up Call, joins Bill Sherman to discuss her pioneering work…

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Book warns of potential harms of lithium boom in Southern California 1:31

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The region is home to vast amounts of lithium, a mineral critical for battery manufacturing. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Composer weaves climate crisis themes into new choral work 1:31

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‘Missa Laudato Si’’ incorporates the late Pope Francis’s Laudato Si’ encyclical and other environmental texts in a musical reflection on climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Why Connection, Not Command, Is the Real Engine of High Performance | Michael Abrashoff | 649 18:21

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What if the worst-performing team you’ve ever seen could become the best—without changing a single person? Today, Peter Winick sits down with Michael Abrashoff, former U.S. Navy captain and author of the mega-bestseller "It’s Your Ship: How Great Leaders Inspire Ownership From The Keel Up". Michael shares the extraordinary turnaround story of the U…

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In Brookline, Massachusetts, a group helps neighbors cut carbon emissions one appliance at a time 1:31

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Free, vetted guides offer practical advice on electrifying homes and finding experienced contractors. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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As flood risks rise, Latino landscapers and residents learn to fight back with green infrastructure 1:31

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A D.C.-based nonprofit trains people in stormwater management techniques to build healthier, flood-resilient neighborhoods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Melting ice brings more ships – and more pollution – to Arctic waters 1:31

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New rules will reduce airborne toxins, but an environmental group says discharge from scrubbers still threatens the fragile Arctic. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Puerto Rico’s 2022 leptospirosis surge shows one of the hidden health risks of flooding 1:31

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With more storms and warmer temperatures ahead, contaminated floodwaters pose a growing public health threat. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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As seas rise, saltwater moves toward Philadelphia’s faucets 1:31

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Saltwater from Delaware Bay is creeping closer to the city’s water intake, forcing officials to consider costly long-term solutions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Ethics at Scale: Navigating AI Risk | Reid Blackman | 648 21:19

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What happens when a philosopher, a pyrotechnics entrepreneur, and a tech ethicist walk into a boardroom? You get Reid Blackman—author of "Ethical Machines", host of a podcast by the same name, and founder of Virtue, a consultancy helping Fortune 500 companies navigate the ethical risks of AI. In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, we exp…

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Carbon pollution isn’t just changing Earth – it could cause crowding in space 1:31

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MIT scientists have found that changes to the atmosphere are enabling space junk to stay in orbit longer. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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A free store helps hurricane survivors go solar in western North Carolina 1:31

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The store connects people with equipment donated by solar companies in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Dynamic glass can help buildings stay cool 1:31

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After the Dallas airport installed dynamic glass windows, surface temperatures near the windows dropped 15 degrees F. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Empowering Frontline Leaders: Strategies and Tools for Success | Noel Massie | 647 41:47

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How do you prepare a first-time leader to succeed when everyone’s watching? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Bill speaks with Noel Massie, former VP of US Operations at UPS and author of the upcoming book "Congrats, You've Been Promoted "(June 2025). Noel spent his distinguished career at UPS mentoring new leaders and guiding them …

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Extreme weather could cause more disruptions to Chicago public transit 1:31

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To address flooded train stations and unshaded hot bus stops, public transit will need infrastructure investments to keep up with climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Many glaciers are shrinking more in summer than they can grow in winter 1:31

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Fossil fuel pollution is accelerating glacier melt, contributing to rising sea levels worldwide. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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So-called ‘100-year floods’ are happening more often 1:31

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Climate change is making extreme floods more frequent. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Students learn to build electric cars at an Ohio public school 1:31

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The EV lab at the Toledo Technology Academy of Engineering trains students to solve electricity and engineering challenges. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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How climate change contributed to the Los Angeles fires 1:31

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Drier vegetation and soil make it easier for wildfires to spread and become more destructive. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Human-Centered Marketing in an Automated World | Ashley Faus | 646 55:07

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How do you build genuine trust when AI-driven automation floods our lives? In this engaging episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, I sit down with Ashley Faus, author of "Human Centred Marketing: How to Connect with Audiences in the Age of AI", to explore the irreplaceable role of authentic human connection in today's tech-heavy marketing landsc…

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Air quality project in Buffalo, New York, could one day help residents breathe easier 1:31

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Low-income neighborhoods of color are disproportionately affected by truck and car emissions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Ice melt opens up enormous cracks in Greenland’s ice sheet 1:31

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‘They can be tens or even a hundred meters wide – that’s big enough to fly a helicopter through.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Build Influence Before the First Call | Jim Schleckser | 645 19:24

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What if your next client already feels like they know you—before you’ve ever spoken a word? This week on Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter talks with Jim Schleckser, founder of The CEO Project, a peer advisory group for high-performing CEOs. Jim shares insights from advising over 125 CEOs across 40 states, leading organizations with revenues fro…

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Reality check: There was plenty of water in SoCal reservoirs during the LA fires 1:31

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But the city’s water pipes, storage tanks, and fire hydrants could not keep up with the unprecedented needs of firefighters. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Scientists track climate change on a remote Andes mountain peak 1:31

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What they learn could help communities that depend on mountain snowmelt. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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