In this episode of the podcast Mark presents an interview with Dr. Ian Prattis to discuss his book Shattered Earth: Approaching Extinction. Through a collection of short stories and personal anecdotes Ian reflects on the climate emergency we find ourselves in. He talks here about how to be better stewards for the earth and society, community activism, his involvement in the climate strikes in Ottawa, the need for mentors, experiences in Scotland and more. In the second part of the podcast Mark re-broadcasts a talk Ian gave in 2011 talking about his book Earth My Body, Water My Blood. In the final five minutes Mark presents some words of wisdom by astrologer Naidya Shah.