John and creative consultant Kayla talk about audience favourite episodes. Featuring a discussion on pee cloths, COP 29 insights, and community feedback. Ends with a call for suggestions for a potential Season Four.00:00 Introduction and...

Join John Whidden as he introduces Julia who delves deep into the complexities of food systems, shares her work with Food Futures in Ottawa, and connects these systems to climate change. Julia also discusses youth activism, sustainable consumpt...

Join John Whidden on this week's episode of Climate Action Figures as he introduces Alida, a proactive high school student from Palo Alto. Learn about her journey in environmental activism, from joining the Palo Alto Student Climate Coalition t...

John  interviews Day and Colleen on their mentorship project with CPAWS. They discuss planting native lawns, environmental conservation, and hosting a workshop on November 16th. Also featured: Linda's QuickFix tip on bird and butterfly-fri...

In this episode of Climate Action Figures, host John Whidden introduces Emma, a representative from Re.Climate, an organization dedicated to climate change communications and research based at Carleton University in Ottawa. The discussion co...

In this final part of the Climate Action Figures series, John Whidden introduces Brett Weighill, a school administrator at Piikani Nation Secondary School. The episode highlights First Nations wisdom in sustainable practices, specifically focus...

Join host John Whidden in this episode of Climate Action Figures as he interviews MJ, a junior high student from Piikani Nation, about his deep connection with his family, land, and Blackfoot culture. MJ shares insights on buffalo harvesting, t...

In this episode, John  interviews Gracie Eagle Bear, a Blackfoot high school senior with a mission to preserve her culture's traditions. Gracie discusses her spiritual journey, the significance of sweetgrass, and her aspirations to become ...

Thomas, a former student from Piikani Nation Secondary School, discusses his involvement in a practical environmental program, the influence of Native traditions, and his future aspirations in psychology. Tune in for insights on community, clim...

In this episode of Climate Action Figures, host John Whidden introduces Mike McDougall Price, a science teacher at Piikani Nation Secondary School. Mike discusses the importance of traditional Blackfoot and Piikani practices, his efforts to con...

Join John Whidden as he catches up with creative consultant Kayla on the final episode of season two of Climate Action Figures. They discuss unique climate actions, share fascinating stories from the season, and tease exciting upcoming episodes...

Join host John as he talks with Gurpreet, a student from India, about her experiences in Medicine Hat's Sustainability and Innovation program. Listen to her quick fix for climate action and explore how cultural transitions influence her environ...

In this episode of Climate Action Figures, John interviews Patience, an international student from Ghana. They discuss the importance of planting native species to combat invasive species and promote sustainability. Patience shares her project ...

John Whidden introduces Harvir, an international student from India studying Sustainable Innovation in Canada. They discuss slow fashion, circular economy, the environmental impact of cosmetics, and practical steps for sustainability.00:...

Join hosts John Whidden and Jess LeBlanc as they discuss empowering youth and educators to take meaningful climate action through the 'N:OW for net-zero' initiative. Hear inspiring success stories, tips for impactful advocacy, and the importanc...

Derek Saltzman, an aerospace engineer and co-founder of a sustainable materials company, shares insights on his journey from rocketry to developing eco-friendly carbon fibre using seaweed-derived nanomaterials. He discusses overcoming challenge...

We have no guest this week, but John talks about next week's guest!

Join host John in this episode of Climate Action Figures as he talks with brothers Alex and Sam about their initiative to recycle and refurbish electronics, reducing e-waste. They also discuss Martha's repair cafe and share their personal clima...

In this episode of Climate Action Figures, host John Whidden introduces Pooja, the founder of Youth Climate Collaborative. They discuss youth-led climate initiatives, the importance of conscious consumerism, and Pooja’s journey in climate advoc...

John interviews Sam from WriggleBrew about sustainable gardening solutions, including household pesticides and fertilizers. Sam discusses the environmental impact of synthetic fertilizers and introduces his eco-friendly product derived from ear...

Meet 11-year-old Kiké, who discusses organizing climate rallies, their personal tactics for mitigating climate anxiety, and the importance of collective action. Kiké also shares efforts in tree planting and their upcoming climate strike event.&...

In this episode of Climate Action Figures, hosts John Whidden and Dr. Hillary Inwood discuss the importance of education in addressing the climate crisis, focusing on initiatives like SCAN at the University of Toronto and ESETE. They highlight ...

In this episode, John introduces young environmentalists, Hailey and Ashton, who share their experiences with growing plants, outdoor adventures, and learning about nature. Highlighted topics include their gardening projects, hiking trips, and ...

Thanks to Joel Haberstock for introducing us to this week's guest!In this episode of Climate Action Figures, John interviews Apooyak'ii, Dr. Tiffany Hind Bull Prete, a member of the Blood Tribe from the Blackfoot Confederacy. Apooyak'ii ...

In this episode, John interviews Emmanuella, a Ghanaian intern with the Green Climate Fund in South Korea. They discuss waste management differences between Ghana and South Korea, Emmanuella's experience at COP 29, and her innovative climate pr...