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- #7: How can we use the ocean without using it up?
In Episode 7, Brian and Quinn ask: How can we use the ocean without using it up? Meet Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, marine biologist, policy expert, and conservation strategist extraordinaire. And like a hundred other things, because her hobbies include saving the planet, what about you, punk? Find out how the ocean’s doing, who should be responsible for keeping it clean, how representation is a nightmare on ocean conservation boards just like everywhere else, and finally, the seafood you definitely should and should not be eating. Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message! Links: Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson on Twitter Ocean Collectiv Dr. Johnson’s work for National Geographic Dr. Johnson on FundingTheOcean.org Will the Ocean Ever Run Out Of Fish? (cartoon) Seafood Watch by Monterey Bay Aquarium (app) Billion Oyster Project Quinn Emmett on Twitter Brian Colbert Kennedy on Twitter Intro/outro by Tim Blane Subscribe to our newsletter at ImportantNotImportant.com! Like and share us on Facebook! Check us on Instagram! Follow us on Twitter! Pin us on Pinterest! Tumble us or whatever the hell you do on Tumblr! Ok that’s enough good lord
1 hr 31 min - #6: The queer female volcanologist who wants to change CongressIn Episode 6, Quinn and Brian meet the queer female volcanologist who wants to change CongressToday's guest is the one and only Jess Phoenix, volcanologist, geologist, and Congressional candidate for CA-25. We discuss her experience in the field, her unlikely move into politics, and the lessons she’s learned as a female scientist that might help others to come.Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message!Links:Jess Phoenix on TwitterJess 2018Blueprint EarthQuinn Emmett on TwitterBrian Colbert Kennedy on TwitterIntro/outro by Tim BlaneSubscribe to our newsletter at ImportantNotImportant.com!Like and share us on Facebook!Check us on Instagram!Follow us on Twitter!Pin us on Pinterest!Tumble us or whatever the hell you do on Tumblr!Ok that’s enough good lord1 hr 24 min
- #6: The queer female volcanologist who wants to change Congress
In Episode 6, Quinn and Brian meet the queer female volcanologist who wants to change Congress
Today's guest is the one and only Jess Phoenix, volcanologist, geologist, and Congressional candidate for CA-25. We discuss her experience in the field, her unlikely move into politics, and the lessons she’s learned as a female scientist that might help others to come.
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Links:
Jess Phoenix on Twitter
Jess 2018
Blueprint Earth
Quinn Emmett on Twitter
Brian Colbert Kennedy on Twitter
Intro/outro by Tim Blane
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1 hr 25 min - #5: Is climate action worth getting kicked out of Congress?In Episode 5, Quinn and Brian conclude (for now!) their conversations with conservative climate activists, asking: Is climate action worth getting kicked out of Congress?Uniquely qualified to answer is former Congressperson Bob Inglis of South Carolina.Bob’s the founder of RepublicEN.org, a small government, free-enterprise, "we need to save the world" climate action group. Hear how he’s trying to move the (very heavy) GOP needle, and what could possibly persuade current conservatives to risk their seat to save the planet.Also discussed: sailing, Brian running a marathon vs. Bob, ill-timed construction, and angry juice cleanses.Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message!Links:Bob Inglis on TwitterRepublicEN.orgBob’s TED talkAlfred CoffeeQuinn Emmett on TwitterBrian Colbert Kennedy on TwitterIntro/outro by Tim BlaneSubscribe to our newsletter at ImportantNotImportant.com!Like and share us on Facebook!Check us on Instagram!Follow us on Twitter!Pin us on Pinterest!Tumble us or whatever the hell you do on Tumblr!Ok that’s enough good lord1 hr 8 min
- #5: Is climate action worth getting kicked out of Congress?
In Episode 5, Quinn and Brian conclude (for now!) their conversations with conservative climate activists, asking: Is climate action worth getting kicked out of Congress? Uniquely qualified to answer is former Congressperson Bob Inglis of South Carolina. Bob’s the founder of RepublicEN.org, a small government, free-enterprise, "we need to save the world" climate action group. Hear how he’s trying to move the (very heavy) GOP needle, and what could possibly persuade current conservatives to risk their seat to save the planet. Also discussed: sailing, Brian running a marathon vs. Bob, ill-timed construction, and angry juice cleanses. Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message! Links: Bob Inglis on Twitter RepublicEN.org Bob’s TED talk Alfred Coffee Quinn Emmett on Twitter Brian Colbert Kennedy on Twitter Intro/outro by Tim Blane Subscribe to our newsletter at ImportantNotImportant.com! Like and share us on Facebook! Check us on Instagram! Follow us on Twitter! Pin us on Pinterest! Tumble us or whatever the hell you do on Tumblr! Ok that’s enough good lord
1 hr 9 min - #4: What does the bible say about climate change?In Episode 4, Quinn and Brian continue with the second in their "trilogy" of conversations with conservative climate activists, and ask: What does the bible say about climate change?Here to answer: Reverend Mitch Hescox of the Environmental Evangelical Movement.Descended from generations of coal miners, Mitch helps us understand our role — or lack of one — in helping the religious right become green advocates. Because nobody wants the Sierra Club yelling at them all the time. Not even us.Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message!Links:Reverend Mitch Hescox on TwitterCreation CareWhat is an “evangelical”?The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and ReligionQuinn Emmett on TwitterBrian Colbert Kennedy on TwitterIntro/outro by Tim BlaneSubscribe to our newsletter at ImportantNotImportant.com!Like and share us on Facebook!Check us on Instagram!Follow us on Twitter!Pin us on Pinterest!Tumble us or whatever the hell you do on Tumblr!Ok that’s enough good lord1 hr 14 min
- #4: What does the bible say about climate change?
In Episode 4, Quinn and Brian continue with the second in their "trilogy" of conversations with conservative climate activists, and ask: What does the bible say about climate change?
Here to answer: Reverend Mitch Hescox of the Environmental Evangelical Movement.
Descended from generations of coal miners, Mitch helps us understand our role — or lack of one — in helping the religious right become green advocates. Because nobody wants the Sierra Club yelling at them all the time. Not even us.
Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message!
Links:
Reverend Mitch Hescox on Twitter
Creation Care
What is an “evangelical”?
The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion
Quinn Emmett on Twitter
Brian Colbert Kennedy on Twitter
Intro/outro by Tim Blane
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1 hr 15 min - #3: A professional climate denier changes his mindIn Episode 3, Quinn and Brian host the first of three conversations with conservative climate activists. In the first, a professional climate denier changes his mind.Meet Jerry Taylor, former professional climate denier turned good guy. Like Darth Vader, or The Terminator, or Severus Snape. Anyways.We discuss the moment Jerry knew he was wrong, and his ambitious plan to drag Republicans into sensible action — action they should actually be excited about, because it means throwing all of the sissy liberal regulations right out the window.Also don’t miss: details on Jerry’s award-winning board games. FOR REAL.Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message!Links:Jerry Taylor on TwitterBob Inglis on TwitterThe Conservative Case for a Carbon TaxQuinn Emmett on TwitterBrian Colbert Kennedy on TwitterIntro/outro by Tim BlaneSubscribe to our newsletter at ImportantNotImportant.com!Like and share us on Facebook!Check us on Instagram!Follow us on Twitter!Pin us on Pinterest!Tumble us or whatever the hell you do on Tumblr!Ok that’s enough good lord1 hr 6 min
- #3: A professional climate denier changes his mind
In Episode 3, Quinn and Brian host the first of three conversations with conservative climate activists. In the first, a professional climate denier changes his mind.
Meet Jerry Taylor, former professional climate denier turned good guy. Like Darth Vader, or The Terminator, or Severus Snape. Anyways.
We discuss the moment Jerry knew he was wrong, and his ambitious plan to drag Republicans into sensible action — action they should actually be excited about, because it means throwing all of the sissy liberal regulations right out the window.
Also don’t miss: details on Jerry’s award-winning board games. FOR REAL.
Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message!
Links:
Jerry Taylor on Twitter
Bob Inglis on Twitter
The Conservative Case for a Carbon Tax
Quinn Emmett on Twitter
Brian Colbert Kennedy on Twitter
Intro/outro by Tim Blane
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1 hr 7 min - #2: Can this boat full of women save the world?In Episode #2, Quinn introduces his co-host, Brian Colbert Kennedy, the mad genius (ugh) behind IMNIM’s infographic game. Together, they ask the question: Can this boat full of women save the world?Join Quinn and Brian as they have a conversation with Dr. Heidi Steltzer and Anne Christianson, two female climate scientists who joined 74 others on a women-only trip to Antarctica. We catch them after their visit to Congress, and discuss ways to get more ladies involved in science, and finally, what all of us can do to support those efforts.Want to send us feedback? Tweet us, email us, or leave us a voice message!Links:Heidi Steltzer on TwitterAnne Christianson on TwitterDC Eco Women500 Women ScientistsQuinn Emmett on TwitterBrian Colbert Kennedy on TwitterIntro/outro by Tim BlaneSubscribe to our newsletter at ImportantNotImportant.com!Like and share us on Facebook!Check us on Instagram!Follow us on Twitter!Pin us on Pinterest!Tumble us or whatever the hell you do on Tumblr!Ok that’s enough good lord1 hr 12 min
About The Most Important Question
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The most important question in today's world of climate chaos, AI psychosis, and crumbling democracy is: what can I do? Your host, Quinn Emmett is completely unqualified to answer it, so he's calling the people that already are.
If you've got the news, the analysis, the outrage, but still no plan — join us as we figure it out together with long-form conversations with amazing people working on the frontlines, and quick updates responding to today's most important headlines, and what you can do about it, tonight.
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