Kicking off S3, Diana sits down with Empodera Clima Founder and Executive Director, Renata Koch Alvarenga.

Hailing from Brazil, Renata is a deep believer that we need people willing to change the status quo, especially those in the policy space. As recent grads in public policy, Diana and Renata discuss pressing climate issues such as sustainable finance, disaster financing, SDGs, and climate risk analysis.

In this PALMA exclusive episode, Diana & Mauricio Solorzano dish on one of the world's most quality and sustainable rum brands.

Mauricio has worked for Flor de Caña Rum for more than 20 years and is currently the Global Brand Ambassador. This position has allowed him to represent the brand in more than 30 countries, introducing thousands to the world of super-premium rums and sharing with pride the Flor de Caña story.

This second hot topic episode, delves into #nipplegate, and how it says more about how we communicate about climate change.

The reality is, climate change is SCARY! And as someone in the space, doing this work daily, and constantly reading the horrifying headlines, having a laugh is actually therapeutic, like a personal version of SNL.

As a society, and as climate advocates, yes, we need to hold space for the seriousness, the gravity, and the grief, but also the humor. Without it, we’re doomed.

Brittany Rivkind is the founder of Thriftknd, one of the best known vintage and pre-owned apparel stores in Sag Harbor, NY. A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), Brittany explains the business model behind vintage, her opinions on sustainability, and what it takes to make it in such a competitive market.

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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Kicking off this exciting time, Diana sits down with some folks from Veggie Mijas - a community that highlights the importance of having a plant-based lifestyle while also intersecting race, gender identity, class, and sexuality.

In this episode, Diana delves into what it means to join VM, events happening this month, how to get involved, and so much more!

Enjoy!

In her first HOT TOPIC episode, Diana delves into the confusing world of condoms. Are they bad for us? What about the planet?

Let's get spicy.

"Some people might hear climate and turn away. My way in is by using humor and video as a way to point out the irony and villains when it comes to climate change. It's a way to show and not tell."

In S2E4, Diana chats with the hilarious Katie Tutrone to discuss a new way into the climate conversation. Throw in a bit of rats, Bill Nye, and of course composting!

In her 5th solo episode, Diana dives into the trials and tribulations of finding a job in the climate space... Do you have to have an environmental background? What kinds of skills do you need?

Let’s get into it.

"Really disagreements about the [climate] facts are disagreements about the values."

David Storey is an Associate Professor of the Practice in the Philosophy Department at Boston College, where he teaches courses on the history of philosophy, ethics, theology, technology, and climate change.

In this episode, Diana & David discuss the underlying value systems embedded within the climate debate, how to deal with climate anxiety, and why climate change is a proxy for the larger cultural divide within the United States.

In her first episode of season 2, Diana sits down with published environmental writer, poet, and speaker, Diandra Marizet Esparza, whose work recognizes culture as an expression of our relationship to land, and advocates for the accessibility of diverse stories available to rising generations.

In this episode, Diana & Diandra discuss some juicy and complex topics, including the tension between eco-influencing and greenwashing, the consulting arm of IE, and what it means to be a multi-hyphenate environmental Latina in this ever-evolving landscape.