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In this series Imperial PhD student Peter Knapp speaks with scientists from multiple disciplines who are concerned about the current state and future of the climate and life on Earth. They share their personal stories, explaining what led them to be interested in the environmental and ecological crises. They discuss their opinions on public communication, politics, divestment campaigns, having children, Greta Thunberg, travel, carbon footprints, what they hope to see in the future and much more.
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Jul 16, 2021
Jul 16, 2021
23 min
Engineer
Dr Kara Laing discusses her confidence in the peer review system, what motivated her to become a climate activist, why she doesn't talk about climate change at work, and her views on Greta Thunberg.
Jul 2, 2021
Jul 2, 2021
30 min
Post-graduate researcher
Dr Aaron Thierry discusses science communication and relationships, conversations he's had with First Nations peoples whilst researching permafrost in the Arctic, green oil, and why he has moved back into academia to start a new PhD.
Jun 8, 2021
Jun 8, 2021
35 min
Conservationist
Dr Charlie Gardner discusses eco- and climate-anxiety, the complexities of conservation work, the importance of systemic change, and his feelings on protesting and having children.
May 18, 2021
May 18, 2021
34 min
Consultant for Pharmaceuticals
Dr Caroline Vincent discusses the role of scientist in environmental activism and the difficult conversations she's had about the climate and ecological crisis. She also reflects on the importance of time off and her feelings on Bill Gates.