Climate Correction™ Podcast

Born in Belleville, Illinois in 1932, Dr. Leroy "Roy" Snyder Wehrle grew up with nature and the environment being a big part of his family. With a rich history involving the economy, foreign and domestic policy, and climate activism, Dr. Leroy Wehrle provides valuable insight on how the economy and climate are linked. With this knowledge, he aims to educate and provide insight to allow others to seek, educate, and lead change for climate change. In 1972, he was awarded a Professorship in Economics at Sangamon State University, now the University of Illinois at Springfield, where he offered one of the first courses in the new field of sustainability and climate change. From 2000 until 2013, he also taught at Millikin University the lead international course in the Master of Business curriculum. After graduating with Honors from Yale University in 1959, where he did his thesis under Professors James Tobin and Art Okun, Dr. Wehrle served as Economic Counsellor in the Loas Embassy and as Deputy Director of the AID (U.S. Agency for International Development). During 1961 and 1962 he served as Senior Economist on the Council of Economic Advisors for President Kennedy. During the Vietnam War, from 1964 to 1967, Dr. Wehrle served as Economic Counsellor to Ambassadors Henry Cabot Lodge, General Maxwell Taylor, and Ellsworth Bunker. He directed US policy to constrain inflation in the war-torn economy of South Vietnam. He was awarded the Jump Award in 1965 for best service of all officers in the State Dept. and again in 1966 for best service of all US government employees. After serving AID in Laos, Dr. Wehrle served for AID in Washington as Deputy Assistant Secretary for South Vietnam. Dr. Wehrle was an economic development advisor to Nelson Rockefeller on his advisory trip to South, Central, and Caribbean countries for President Nixon. After a term with Brookings Institute as Senior Economist, he was appointed Director of Social Policy Institute in the cabinet of Gov. Richard Ogilvie in Illinois. In this episode, Dr. Roy discusses:

• Carbon Tax and Policy
• How the word is affected by policy decisions
• How we, as activists, can influence lawmakers
• How we can make a real impact on climate change

Additional Resources:

• Addressing Climate Change Using a Carbon Tax & Dividend Plan Within a Global Compact
• Volo - Bipartisan Climate Change
• Volo - Carbon Pricing
• Proposal for COP26 – Recommendations on a Climate Club and Carbon Surcharge Transfer
• Addressing Climate Change Using a Carbon Tax & Dividend Plan Within a Global Compact
• U.S. Climate Policy Driving Foreign Policy: Climate policy recommendations
• Employment Effects of the Energy Transition driven by the carbon dividend and tax plan (side study to the original National Energy Transition Plan)

Nikki Fried is the current Commissioner of Agriculture, in Florida. She won the 2018 Florida Commissioner of Agriculture election, narrowly defeating state representative Matt Caldwell by less than 7,000 votes. She is also the first woman to be elected to the position. In 2022, she goes face-to-face in a race for the Governor's seat. She has always been an advocate for climate change and has taken many steps to improve Florida's environment.

In this episode, Nikki discusses how the environment's impact on agriculture is changing. She talks about the measurable steps that have been taken to start improving the environment in Florida, such as the tree planting project and the Clean Water Act. She also spoke in depth on the legalization of hemp and the positive environmental impact it has on Florida's economy. She also shares inside knowledge on Florida's energy goals and education plans.

In this episode, Commissioner Fried discusses:

• How the environment's impact on agriculture is changing.
• The measurable steps that have been taken to start improving the environment in Florida, such as the tree planting project and the Clean Water Act.
• Legalization of hemp and the positive environmental impact.
• Florida energy goals; the past, present, and future.
• Her plans to weave climate education into schools and educate the rising generation about the climate crisis and how to combat it.

Economists study the way the production and distribution of goods, products, and services affects the free. Conscious and modern economists are now applying this financial analysis to global warming and the effect on climate change. Economist Laurence "Larry" Kotlikoff has written, spoken, and advocated for the climate for most of his career, including in front of U.S. Congress. Ranked as one of the top 25 World's Most Influential Economists by The Economist Magazine, Kotlikoff is well informed and well respected in his field. Larry has an impressively long list of credentials as heard in his bio. He's written many articles and papers, and has co-authored research papers with other top economists. Topics of these articles, many of which can be found at the National Bureau of Economic Research, include carbon taxing, the Paris Accord, and other climate crisis topics. In this episode, Larry discusses the generational solution of climate change, carbon taxation, the current War on Ukraine and it's economic impact. Larry suggests with energy prices far higher than we are accustomed to, we are currently experiencing what a price on carbon feels like, without the dividend. For more from Larry Kotlikoff: Substack - https://larrykotlikoff.substack.com/ Book - Money Magic Upside Investing on Forbes MaxiFi Planner Kotlikoff's Website - Economic Security Planning Inc

A sustainability and resilience officer's job is to act as a mediator between businesses, organizations, or governments and the environment or environmental policies. They develop strategies that work with climate change activists and policies. These strategies help avoid conflict, protect the environment, and minimize waste or losses in a world market that is seeing less and less resources. Whitford "Whit" Remer is the first Sustainability and Resilience Officer for the City of Tampa. He is approaching climate change in Florida with three core values, Go Green, Be Fair, Keep Safe. Whit Remer is working with city members to transition the City of Tampa to becoming 100% renewable energy by 2045 and generated a comprehensive roadmap for climate change. With a Super Bowl victory, two-time defending Stanley Cup champions, and a stellar baseball team, Whit Remer is dedicated to "Champa Bay" for the long term and is dedicated to working with city officials to create a long lasting city legacy while also protecting the environment and Florida's natural beauty. In this episode, Whit Remer discusses the importance of renewable energy within city infrastructure, discusses the successes and plans for the future of connecting with the community, and how voters and activists can create a meaningful impact on the environment.

Jon Paul "J.P." Brooker is a Florida advocate for climate change through environmental law, fishery regulations, and ocean conservancy. He sits on the Executive Council of the Florida Bar's Environment & Land Use Law Section. Additionally, J.P. serves on the Governmental and Public Policy Advocacy and Admiralty Law committees for the Florida Bar. He is a co-chair of public interest and also serves on the coral advisory panel for the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council. He is also the director of the Florida headquarters for the Florida Conservation for the Ocean Conservancy. J.P. and the Ocean Conservancy have made recent successes in habit protection in multiple areas, such as bringing seagrass preservation into the conversation and the victory in legislation that would allow municipalities to ban cigarette smoking on beaches, a high plastic-based single use item that has been number 1 of the top 10 plastic items picked up from FL beaches. In this episode, J.P. discusses the importance of the actions of every individual in the protection of our environment and ocean and how everyone can get involved in either an individual or group effort. He highlights the importance of limiting single use plastics and microplastics that accumulate in everything from fish to birds to humans. Additionally, he addresses the Red Tide, a real fear and threat for Florida residents and wildlife. Additional ways to help: International Coastal Clean-up Connect and Collect Clean Swell App

Nathaniel "Nat" O. Keohane is the president for the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES). Previously, he served as a special assistant to President Obama, as the senior vice president for the Environmental Defense Fund, and as an Associate Professor of Economics at Yale. Keohane provides valuable insight to Congress and other influential members of the community about climate change and the current path that the US and the world takes. Currently, Nat Keohane, working with the C2ES, influences the global stage by advocating for the world and climate. Combining his economist background with his passion for the environment, Keohane speaks and attempts to inform politicians and everyday people about the importance of climate change in relation to economic principles. He has spoken abundantly about cap and trade policies and about the harmful effect of heat-trapping gasses. In this episode, Nat Keohane addresses the Biden administration's plans for climate change, cap and trade policy, what voters and climate activists need to do to push for future successes, and much more.

Congressman Charlie Crist is currently serving Florida's 13th district. He was Florida's governor from 2007 to 2011. Congressman Crist is once again campaigning to serve Florida and correct some of the wrongs he sees occurring within the state. As a proven advocate for climate correction, he fought to hold BP accountable during the devastating oil spill back in 2010. Currently, while serving as Congressman for Florida's 13th district, he has continued to fight for the environment. In this episode, Congressman Crist discusses the important initiatives he wishes to see Florida prioritize, including growth in the economy, voter rights, and proper environmental protections. These environmental protections will not only save and preserve the natural beauty of the Florida coast, Congressman Crist's home state, but will also help improve land value and increase tourism.

We all know that extreme heat can be dangerous and that we should keep cool and drink plenty of water to avoid the miserable effects of dehydration. Are you aware, however, that heat has a major impact on pregnant women and healthy birth outcomes? When a woman is pregnant, it's already difficult to self-regulate her body temperature because her body is working to keep both herself and her baby cool. The number of extreme heat days are rapidly increasing due to climate change. Excessive heat can have devastating impacts on pregnant women and their babies and has been linked to premature birth, low birth weight, stillbirth, and maternal heat stroke. The Women's Fund Miami-Dade launched its 2022 public awareness campaign on extreme heat and pregnancy health, putting a gender lens on the issue of heat and how it affects maternal health and birth outcomes, disproportionately for women of color. With a mission to create positive change for women and girls through grantmaking, advocacy, research and leveraging collective impact, the Women's Fund works to create a community where power and possibility are not limited by gender. In this episode, Executive Director, Marya Meyer shares the impact that climate change is having on pregnant women, and provides actionable ways that we can support pregnant women and babies, as well as ensure Florida adapts to rising temperatures.

• Heat, Hurricanes, Risks and Resilience Virtual Impact Collaborative
• Inspiring Action! Impact Collaborative
• Cheryl Holder- Climate Correction Podcast
• Miami Waterkeeper
• Healthy Babies Coalition
• March of Dimes

Jorge "Daniel" Taillant's admiration and determination to protect glaciers is really only the tip of the iceberg in his battle for climate change. Daniel is a Climate Justice Policy Advisor at the Institute for Governance & Sustainable Development, a group dedicated to promote positive influences in societies to protect the environment and create accountable systems of governance. At IGSD, Daniel helps advise the state of California, state agencies, local government and civil society organizations on climate action. He is a co-founder for the Center for Human Rights and Environment where in 2014, he took a leadership role at the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CACC) and is helping the UN coalition to promote the phaseout of climate pollutants such as methane and black carbon. Additionally, he acted as the Chief Strategic Advisor to the Secretary of Environment of Argentina from 2006 to 2008. Join us in the following episode as we learn our role and discuss topics such as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report, how Jorge "Daniel" Taillant and his wife assisted in connecting the environment and human rights activism towards a united goal, the undiscussed, but extremely important topic of glacier protections, and more.

Get the Book:

Meltdown: The Earth Without Glaciers

Glaciers: The Politics of Ice

Vice-Chairman of the Miami City Commission, Ken Russell was re-elected for a second term in November 2019 and is currently running for US Senate. He is an avid advocate for solutions to climate change. After realizing the need for action within his own community, he stepped forward and began a life in politics. With passions centered around nature, such as professional kite surfing and woodworking, Commissioner Russell realized the importance of using political power to impact the environment in a lasting and positive way.

During his time in the Miami City Commission, he spearheaded the clean-up of Biscayne Bay, addressed sea-level rise and storm surge mitigation, and structured and campaigned for the Miami Forever Bond, which provides $100M in affordable housing and $200M for sea-level rise resiliency.

In this episode, Commissioner Russell addresses how he got started, shares his successes and challenges, and outlines future plans for addressing climate change in the current partisan political climate.