Episodes

Join us as we talk with the dynamic Shannon Rochon about his new book, “Jack of All Trades Master of All: Being Multi Gifted in a Singular Gifted Society.” Shannon is a school board trustee in the Wayne-Westland Community School District in Michigan, and founder and executive director of BlackCount, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing Black representation in civic life. Tune in as we talk with him about his views on leadership, representation, environmental justice, and so much more...

In a world where companies are being fined, investigated, and publicly shamed for sustainability claims that don't hold up to scrutiny, Helen Neal is the person behind the scenes helping household names get it right. Helen built an AI platform to stop brands from accidentally greenwashing themselves before they hit publish. Zena is an AI pre-publication governance platform that checks sustainability content against five regulatory frameworks — Green Claims Code, EU Green Claims Directive, CSRD, ...

Tired of recycling frustration? TerraCycle offers a profitable solution for over 400 hard-to-recycle waste streams—from beauty products and candy wrappers to coffee pods and kids' car seats—keeping billions of items out of landfills. Through partnerships with leading global brands, they're pioneering recycling processes for hundreds of complex waste streams. Join us as we speak with TerraCycle's CEO, Tom Szaky, and discover how you, your community, and your workplace can be part of their movemen...

In August 2025, Water Education for Latino Leaders (WELL), in conjunction with the University of California, Davis, released a groundbreaking California governance study focused on the CA water sector. The study on Assessing Representation, Access, and Transparency of Decision-Makers in California’s Water Sector examined board members and executive (or C-suite) positions, analyzing the composition of governing bodies in California’s water sector. It identified 1,980 Public Water Agencies PWAs) a...

We’re celebrating National Herb Day with Best-Selling Author Sara Chana Silverstein! Sara Chana is a master herbalist (RH, AHG), classical homeopath, and board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). For over three decades, she has dedicated her life to integrating the intuitive wisdom of natural medicine with the grounded power of modern science. She is the author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Moodtopia, and you may have seen her sharing tips on TV, lighting up podcasts, or speaking at top medic...

A bill introduced recently would ban the toxic “forever chemical” pesticides that contaminate nearly two in five California-grown non-organic fruits and vegetables, increasing the risk of cancer and other serious health conditions. The bill comes on the heels of test results that showed contamination of nine out of 10 samples of peaches, nectarines and plums tested. Assembly Bill 1603, introduced by Assemblymember Nick Schultz (D-Burbank), would ban the use, sale and manufacture of PFAS pestici...

Join us as we talk with , President of Setty & Associates, a full-service Mechanical, electrical and plumbing consulting engineering firm headquartered in Washington DC, with 10 offices, specializing in institutional projects, energy...

U.S. EPA and the Center for Disease Control urge all Americans to take Radon seriously. You can’t see, smell or taste radon, but it could be present at a dangerous level in your home or children’s school. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in America and claims the lives of about 21,000 Americans each year. In fact, the EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General urge all Americans to protect their health by testing their homes, schools and other buildings for radon.Today we’...

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) Tribal Council unanimously endorsed the Climate North Star global climate rescue plan at their regular meeting on Thursday, December 11, 2025. The science-based plan, if implemented, would cause global temperatures to stop rising no later than 2035. “By blending climate science and indigenous science and wisdom,” says CSKT Climate Coordinator and Climate North Star board member Mike Durglo, “Climate North Star offers inspiration and time-bound ...

The American Lung Association is pleased to share the Clean Air School Challenge report on state policies on indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools, A Win-Win for Lung Health: How Policies on Indoor Air Quality Make Schools Healthier and More Energy Efficient. This report summarizes the current landscape of IAQ policies across the country and provides clear, research-based recommendations that can guide educational conversations with partners who work in schools, public health, or environmental hea...

Amid a changing climate and federal rollbacks to disaster relief and preparedness, early educators face an increasingly untenable child care landscape that will require state and local action. Young children and the people who care for them face particular challenges due to the historically underfunded early education system,5 affecting child health and safety as well as community recovery. Tune in as we speak with Dr. Hailey Gibbs with the Center for American Progress about how policymakers at...

Indoor air quality is a public health issue hiding in plain sight. Tune in as we talk with Kendra Seymour, Vice-Chair & Co-Founder of Change the Air Foundation (501(c)(3)), about empowering families and schools to breathe safer indoor air through education, policy advocacy, and small-scale research. 🔗 Listen live on Oct. 10, 9am Pacific/12pm Eastern: https://www.youtube.com/@VoiceAmericaVariety/streams 🔗 Listen on demand starting Oct. 11: https://www.voiceamericamedia.com/show/go-green-radio-1...

Climate change is amplifying existing inequities that disproportionately affect students of color, students from low-income backgrounds, and students with disabilities. What’s more, these students — many of whom lack consistent access to clean air and water and safe housing — are at greater risk of exposure to pollution that can worsen asthma and other health issues. They’re increasingly and understandably anxious about the climate crisis — as the stakes are high and they will likely bear the br...

Schools in many parts of the U.S. are ill-equipped to deal with record-breaking heat during the school year, and that is adversely impacting student health and learning. Tune in as we speak with Autumn Burton, Senior Associate of Climate, Health, and Environment at the Federation of American Scientists, and Hailey Gibbs, Ph.D., associate director of Early Childhood Policy at the Center for American Progress, as we discuss how to protect children from extreme heat in schools.

From the acclaimed environmentalist, Bill McKibben, Here Comes the Sun tells the story of the sudden spike in power from the sun and wind—and the desperate fight of the fossil fuel industry and their politicians to hold this new power at bay. From the everyday citizens who installed solar panels equal to a third of Pakistan’s electric grid in a year to the world’s sixth-largest economy—California—nearly halving its use of natural gas in the last two years, Bill McKibben traces the arrival of ple...

For over three decades, James Twyman has been a global force for peace, leading millions of people in synchronized peace meditations across the world. As a New York Times bestselling author, he has written 24 books, including The Moses Code, and recorded 22 music albums, selling over 350,000 copies. Beyond his work as an author and musician, James is a filmmaker, having directed or produced seven feature films, including the award-winning Redwood Highway. A Franciscan Episcopal priest, James fo...

A spectacular blend of graphic memoir and climate activism, Holler uses contemporary and visceral storytelling to highlight the lives of six frontline resisters to the Mountain Valley Pipeline in Appalachia. Author Elizabeth Rush writes “Few books illustrate what collective resistance looks like––the pain that sparks it, and the love that fuels it––Holler is a thoughtful addition to this growing, and necessary, canon.” Drawing from original interviews with debut author and climate organizer, De...

Since 2002 the Go Green Initiative (GGI) has worked with school districts to help protect children’s health from environmental pollutants and conserve natural resources for future generations. Tune in to learn more about how the GGI accomplishes its mission, and what you can do to get involved!

The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to becoming the most sustainable and environmentally-friendly large urban school district in the country. They have identified six sustainability focus areas: Energy conservation, water stewardship, education & awareness, high performance schools, campus ecology, and emerging technologies. The District is focused on three overarching sustainability goals: 100% Clean Energy, Climate Literacy for All, and Green Schools for All. Tune in as we sp...

In January 2025, the LA Wildfires were among the worst climate disasters of our time. The US Green Building Council-California, with support from Arup, has assembled the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide as a resource for homeowners looking to make critical decisions on their rebuilding journey, and for professionals who will be needed to support these rebuilding efforts. Tune in as we talk with Heather Rosenberg who leads Arup’s Resilience Planning and Policy practice in the Americas, and Be...

In 2024, Congress made a in improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in schools. The Go Green Initiative (GGI) was one of five organizations nationwide that received funding to help K-12 school districts across the U.S. address this vital issue. On...

Today we will discuss responsible business and investing with David Levine, Cofounder & President, American Sustainable Business Network; Alex Wright-Gladstein, Founder and CEO, Sphere; Amberjae Freeman, Board Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer Etho Capital; and Josh Zinner, CEO, Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility.

Our guest today is Anisa Heming, Director of the Center for Green Schools, U.S. Green Building Council. The Center for Green Schools (CGS) launched in 2007 and is committed to a vision of green schools for every child. We will discuss what defines a green school and the many resources CGS has to aid schools on their journey to create healthy, sustainable learning spaces across the U.S.

In January 2025, the LA Wildfires were among the worst climate disasters of our time. The US Green Building Council-California, with support from Arup, has assembled the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide as a resource for homeowners looking to make critical decisions on their rebuilding journey, and for professionals who will be needed to support these rebuilding efforts. Tune in as we talk with Heather Rosenberg who leads Arup’s Resilience Planning and Policy practice in the Americas, and Be...