It's time to celebrate: As we gather for the 50th and final episode of Gender & Climate, it's time to celebrate the impact we've made together! What began as a simple idea rooted in my master's thesis has blossomed into a powerful platform. In this podcast we amplified voices from around the world, exploring the deep connections between gender and climate change.

In this episode we celebrate the impact we've made and reflect on the diverse topics we've covered: from the vital role of water in our lives to the power of storytelling in driving social change.

I am profoundly grateful to each guest who has shared their expertise and to you, our listeners, for your unwavering support. This podcast has been a labor of love, and as we say goodbye, I am filled with hope for the future. Let's take this moment to acknowledge our collective achievements and look forward to the new opportunities that await.

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In these times of multiple crises, it is hard to keep up with the good news and your personal energy to strive and fight for a better world. (I feel you!) That is why we talk about hope in this episode.

My guest in this episode is a scientist and an extraordinary storyteller. With Brigitte Bernard-Rau, we talk about the power of stories, why hope matters in these times, and how we can create change together.

Plus: It's finally here, the book "Sustainability Stories"! We've been hard at work for the past two months and are finally ready to share the news. Tune in to find out why I've been disappearing for the last two months and to learn more about the book. The excitement level is high!

Get your copy of the book here: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-52300-7 .

Climate Change, crops and carbon credits

In this episode Ankita Garg spots light on these aspects and much more. We talk about smallholder Farmers, agricultural practices and highlight solutions rather than problems. Ankita is Co-Founder and COO of Varaha, a ClimateTech Startup pioneering nature-based solutions to uplift smallholder land stewards' incomes. We shed light on sustainable practices, how to ensure equal participation and hear a lifechanging story.

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Welcome Osprey Orielle Lake as guest of this episode.

Osprey is the founder of Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), a solutions-based, multi-faceted organization working towards global climate justice. Annika and Ospreay talk about Climate Justice, Ospreys new book "The Story is in Our Bones" and how to best take action despite grieving our collective loss in terms of nature and society.

In this conversation we discover different worldviews, how they influence the current situtation globally and why is it important to address them as we face mounting social and ecological crises.

Link to Ospreys Book

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In this episode we look at a crucial question: Who bears the brunt of climate change?

Join us as Fiona Doherty looks at how children are disproportionately affected by extreme weather events. We confront ourselves with the complexities of this challenging issue and highlight the urgency of understanding and addressing its far-reaching consequences.

In this episode we look at the links between extreme weather events and child, early and forced marriage (CEFM), the long-term impact of CEFM on worldviews, political events and the resolution of the multiple crises we face, and what we can do about it.

Fiona Doherty joining us today is an expert in this field. She is a doctoral candidate at the College of Social Work at The Ohio State University and her research focuses on understanding and addressing the impacts of climate change on the well-being of vulnerable groups and rural communities.

As we kick off 2024 with a bold episode, we look forward to all that is to come this year - it will be a year of great change.

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Diversity and equal participation are of essential importance for the robust, sustainable, and future-oriented growth of a stable economy and society. Not only at COP28 but throughout the whole year W20 does discuss aspects on how to achieve this. It's our honor to welcome Patricia Tatto as a guest on the podcast: Patricia is part of the Mexican delegation at Women20, the official engagement group of the G20 advocating for the economic empowerment of women and gender equality in G20 countries.

In this episode, Annika and Patricia discuss:

- The role and relevance of W20

- The challenges W20 faces

- Why the W20 summit in India holds such a crucial position and

- The global successes they've already achieved through international exchanges.

Tune in to discover how economy, society, and politics intricately weave together to create a sustainable future on various levels.

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In this conversation Annika talks to Christophe Hodder. Christophe is the UN Climate Security and Environmental Advisor to Somalia at the UN Environment Programme. He is the world's first Climate Security Advisor to a peacekeeping mission in Somalia and has been at the forefront of some of the world's most important events, including leading the response against the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, spearheading relief efforts after the Earthquake in Nepal, and delivering life-saving programs in Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Haiti. With over 20 years of international experience, Christophe has worked with a wide range of stakeholders.

In this episode, Christophe and Annika discuss the intersection of gender and climate in Somalia, shedding light on the challenges faced by women in a region known for conflict and climate-related crises. Discover how climate change affects women on the ground, what the UN is doing to address these issues, and the importance of considering both male and female perspectives.

This thought-provoking discussion is a must-listen for those interested in the gender-climate nexus.

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Geder & Climate," where we explore the interconnection of Gender and Climate Change and how to achieve international Climate Justice. Today, we have a remarkable guest who has been at the forefront of a financial revolution that's changing lives and markets alike. Join us as we dive into the world of Orange Bonds with Natasha Garcha, the Senior Director of Innovative Finance at Impact Investment Exchange (IIX).

Natasha shares with us her invaluable insights into the world of Orange Bonds, why Green and Orange Bonds complement each other perfectly, and her wisdom about Athenian Edge. It is clear that Orange Bonds are not just a financial tool, but a force for positive change in our world.

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