Communicating Earth podcast

Communicating Earth podcast

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The Communicating Earth podcast is made by and for climate communicators.

We interview a different guest each week. They share stories about what works - so we can all get better at what we do.

If you want to discover how your peers and experts in climate and nature communications inspire action - from case studies to strategies to books, films and TV shows that have changed how they see the world - this podcast is for you.

(Every episode comes with full notes and links to the brilliant stuff they're sharing in every conversation. Follow the links below.)

Episode 15: Rob Cooper

Listen to Rob Cooper’s tips on how to create climate and nature focused podcast content that cuts through the noise to reach your audience and walks the line between pro-comms and authenticity.

Episode 14: Phil Korbel

Listen for Phil Korbel’s insights for climate and nature communicators into: how to tell more personal and less abstract stories, align your messaging with your audience’s values, and activate the power of peer-to-peer connection.

Episode 13: Lucia Schweigert

A former flamenco dancer turned climate communicator, Lucia explains how storytelling, strategy and human psychology shape the adoption of climate technologies.

Episode 12: John Marshall

In this episode, Tom speaks with John Marshall, CEO and founder of the inspiring organisation Potential Energy Coalition.

Episode 11: Gemma Parkes

In this episode, Nathaniel speaks with Gemma Parkes, Head of Communications at the Nature Positive Initiative, about storytelling as a tool for system change.

Episode 10: Rebecca Wynn

In this episode, Tom speaks with Rebecca Wynn, Head of Communications at Our Kids’ Climate, about building a global movement rooted not in expertise, but in care.

Episode 9: Dina Cappiello

Tom Clark sits down with Dina Cappiello, former Chief Communications Officer at RMI and explores why communication itself is what’s blocking faster climate action.

Episode 8: Kris De Meyer

In this episode, Tom speaks with neuroscientist and climate communication expert Kris de Meyer about the psychology of agency, belief, and action.

Episode 7: James Dyke

Tom Clark speaks with Dr. James Dyke, Earth systems scientist at the University of Exeter and co-author of the influential article in 2021: Climate scientists: concept of net zero is a dangerous trap.

Episode 6: Emilie McGlone

In this episode, Nathaniel Walters speaks with Emilie McGlone, Director of Peace Boat US, about using an international vessel as a floating hub for climate action, ocean advocacy, and peacebuilding.

Episode 5: Harry Waters

Tom speaks to Harry Waters, founder of Renewable English, about helping teachers and students to make their classrooms into engines of climate action and hope.

Episode 4: Tamsin Bishton

Tom sits down with Tamsin Bishton, the new Head of Communications at Climate Acceptance Studios, to unpack a story of action from her time leading communications at Rewilding Britain.

Episode 3: Ed Maibach

Tom Clark sits down with Professor Ed Maibach to unpack one of the most remarkable stories in modern climate communication.

Episode 2: Steph Speck

Steph Speck is Global Director, Strategic Partnerships, Engagement and Communication at the Alliance of Biodiversity International and CIAT.

Episode 1: Tom Clark

The power of real stories to inspire action.