Hey Change Podcast

E86. Changing The Climate Conversation with Katharine Hayhoe

Hey Change Podcast

Show Notes

Katharine Hayhoe is an atmospheric scientist whose work has resulted in over 125 peer-reviewed papers. Her Ted talk has nearly 4 million views and she’s been named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People, one of the Huffington Post’s 20 Climate Champions, and has been named one of FORTUNE’s world’s greatest leaders.

In this conversation with Katharine, we talk about:

How faith informs her work as a climate scientist, proving that science and faith need not be polarized. Tips for how to onboard people to climate solutions from a place of optimism, connection, and love. Katharine shares some amazing stories about conversations she’s had with climate change deniers and how we can approach challenging conversations within our own networks. She also shares some amazing tips and uplifting stories about climate solutions (check out Solar Sisters and Science Moms), we know you’re going to be inspired!

Learn more about Katharine Hayhoe: Website: http://www.katharinehayhoe.com/ Instagram: @katharinehayhoe Twitter: @KHayhoe Her Book: Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World

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