Atmospheric Tales

Atmospheric Tales


Latest Episodes

Extreme weather in the Caribbean
June 26, 2021

In this episode, we discuss the unique hazards that the Caribbean faces and how this is changing and increasing its vulnerability to climate change.

Traditional knowledges of Indigenous peoples and environmental challenges
June 12, 2021

In this episode we discuss the traditional knowledges of indigenous peoples and their relevance and importance to mitigating and adapting to climate change and environmental challenges in general.

A new climate diplomacy for global peace
May 29, 2021

In this episode we discuss the implications of climate change on global conflict and peace, with a focus on climate migration and international cooperation.

Transdisciplinary collaborations to advance Environmental Health in Africa
May 08, 2021

In this episode we discuss environmental health, the risks affecting human health and well being, and the value of prevention rather than mitigation with a focus on the African continent.

Breathing the air in Lebanon: E-cigarettes, water pipes, and beyond
April 24, 2021

In this episode we discuss tobacco, e-cigarettes, water pipes hazards on health and their impacts on air quality. We also discuss air pollution in Lebanon, impact of the 2020 Beirut blast, and the path to building a better world.

Peat fires and transboundary haze in Southeast Asia
April 10, 2021

In this episode we discuss the peatland fires in Indonesia and their air quality impact across Southeast Asia.

Ecotechnologies and participative innovation: Clean cooking solutions for Mexico
March 27, 2021

In this episode we discuss biofuels, cooking, and the implications of clean technologies for air quality, health and climate.

Communicating climate change effectively: Role of journalists and scientists
March 13, 2021

In this episode we discuss journalism and scientific communication from the perspective of climate change.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
October 17, 2020

In this episode we discuss the importance and functioning of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.

Agribusiness in the Amazon: Livelihoods, deforestation and climate change
September 30, 2020

In this episode we discuss the importance of the Amazon and implications of deforestation and fires for global climate.