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Welcome to Clear the Air, a podcast that educates, empowers and mobilizes youth to take action against climate change. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the live…

Jenna Phillips: Environmental activism, youth empowerment


    • Mar 24, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 56: Children's media and authentic representation with Josanne Buchanan

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 63:37


    Josanne Buchanan (she/her) is a children's tech and media researcher, developmental psychology master's student at the University of Toronto, and diversity/creative consultant in the children's media industry who uses cross-disciplinary research to support the creation of family-targeted animated series, films, and video games. She has worked with major producers like Disney, Nickelodeon and Netflix, and other youth-focused organizations to leverage authentic representation. In this episode, Josanne and Jenna explore the role of media in shaping youth worldviews, how media can support sustainability literacy, and what authentic representation in the media looks like (and why it matters). Episode references and resources Josanne Buchanan's LinkedIn Josanne's personal webpage Josanne's Instagram: @little_miss_media Josanne's Twitter: @JosanneBuchanan Children's Media Lab The Centre for Scholars and Storytelling Report mentioned by Josanne on non-human characters Blog post on Strange World Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://cleartheair.ca/  Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast/ Instagram: @cleartheair.ca Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 55: Indigenous climate justice and healing relationships with Serena Mendizábal

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 46:14


    Serena Mendizábal (she/her) is a young Cayuga Panamanian Wolf clan woman from the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory with a passion for self-determined community development, action, and futures. Serena is a community-based researcherand community organizer driven by Indigenous governance, impact/environment/health assessment and just clean energy futures. In this interview, Serena and Jenna explore themes of Indigenous climate justice, healing relationships with the lands and community, addressing systemic racism in society and colonial power dynamics, and more.  Episode references and resources Serena Mendizábal's LinkedIn  Serena's Instagram SevenGen Energy Website Sacred Earth Solar Website Native-Land.ca Information on Western's new climate course Protect the Tract Website and Instagram  1492 Land Back Lane Facebook Jenna's thesis: addressing systemic barriers to truth and reconciliation in higher education Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://cleartheair.ca/  Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast/ Instagram: @cleartheair.ca Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.  

    Episode 54: Shaking Up The Establishment with Manvi Bhalla

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 38:40


    In this episode, Jenna interviews Manvi Bhalla (she/her), the co-founder of Shake Up The Establishment, a national nonprofit dedicated to climate justice and political advocacy, alongside missINFORMED, a nonprofit focused on health promotion for women and gender-diverse peoples. Manvi is a Top 25 Under 25 environmentalist, Top 30 Under 30 sustainability leader, and the Eco-Hero of the Year, all the while pursuing her PhD student at the University of British Columbia. In this episode, Jenna and Manvi explore the intersectionalities of climate activism and how to support your wellbeing in this intensive (yet crucial) field of work. Episode references and resources Manvi's personal website Shake Up the Establishment SUTE Instagram  SUTE Year-End Report missINFORMED UBC Climate Hub Climate Justice Research Collaborative Annual Report Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://cleartheair.ca/  Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast/ Instagram: @cleartheair.ca Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 53: Leveraging your passions and legitimacy with Sarah Syed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 33:08


    Clear the Air welcomes 18-year-old Sarah Syed, a Top 20 Youth in the World and researcher in the nanotech world. Along with designing bioplastics made of food scraps, Sarah is the Founder of You Are the Change, an organizer of an international youth climate-tech hackathon, and esteemed public speaker. In this interview, Sarah shares how she leveraged her passions for climate action ever since grade 4. She illustrates the avenues she took to build her skills, and provides inspiring messages for youth interested in the tech industry with limited previous knowledge.  Episode references and resources Sarah's LinkedIn You Are the Change Instagram Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://cleartheair.ca/  Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast/ Instagram: @cleartheair.ca Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 52: What sustainability will look like in 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 22:30


    Episode references and resources What to expect in grad school Sustainability in 2020, 2021 goals and 2021 reflections Threading Change in the Fashion industry with Sophia Yang Sustainable Fashion blog post Want to help the podcast? Leaving a rating and review is the best thing you can do. Website: https://cleartheair.ca Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast  Instagram: @cleartheair.ca ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate grad student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 51: Put your money where your mouth is

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 36:35


    If you feel lost or unable to make sustainable change in your life, it's time to put your money where your mouth is. In this episode, learn how to start investing in your future and the future of the planet. Sustainable investing is an accessible way to make a change in the world, even if you only have a few dollars. Learn the key steps to investing sustainably, how to be confident as a young investor, and valuable resources that Jenna has used to build a sustainable, resilient investment portfolio.  Episode references and resources Financial Feminist Podcast Morningstar Sustainable Investing Analysis Wealthsimple (referral link) Statistics: Gartner (2021) and Bastit et al. (2022) Want to help the podcast? Leaving a rating and review is the best thing you can do. Website: https://cleartheair.ca Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast Instagram: @cleartheair.ca ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate grad student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 50: What to do when the world is on fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 20:30


    There are heatwaves, wildfires, and health crises affecting our world in unprecedented ways. Countries and communities that are ill-equipped to handle extreme temperatures have been struggling the past two weeks. Not only are these international heatwaves harming our environment, they are threatening our healthcare and food systems, our infrastructure, and our economic stability. Yet, our political leaders are not listening and not acting. In this episode, learn why the world is on fire and what you can do about it. Episode references and resources IPCC (2021) Sixth Assessment Report Reuters (2022) article about European wildfires Nature (2022) article about unprecedented global temperatures CBC News The National July 19 2022 CBC News (2022) article about United Kingdom's heatwaves BBC News (2022) article about European heatwaves The Guardian (2022) article about United Kingdom heart alerts Want to help the podcast? Leaving a rating and review is the best thing you can do. Website: https://cleartheair.ca Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast Instagram: @cleartheair.ca ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate grad student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 49: Connecting the youth climate movement with Biboye (Bo) Aganaba

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 28:45


    Jenna interviews Biboye (Bo) Aganaba, the Executive Director of Leading Change. LC is.a movement started by young environmental and sustainability professionals who are mobilizing to address issues that are critical to attaining a sustainable, prosperous, and socially just future. In this interview, Jenna and Bo explore the unparalleled value of creating youth spaces for changemaking, embracing the unexpected and unfamiliar on your career path, and how to overcome barriers as a youth activist. Episode references and resources Leading Change  Leading Change 2020 recap (blog) Leading Change with Austin Zacharko (podcast) Want to help the podcast? Leaving a rating and review is the best thing you can do. Website: https://cleartheair.ca Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast Instagram: @cleartheair.ca ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate grad student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 48: I don't know what I'm doing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 22:33


    How many times have you been asked, "what do you want to be? What is your plan?" or even "how did you get to where you are today?" Today on the podcast, Jenna explains why most of us have no idea what we are doing in life - and why that is okay. Tune in for a discussion about facing high expectations, finding oneself, and embracing uncertainty. Want to help the podcast? Leaving a rating and review is the best thing you can do. Website: https://cleartheair.ca Podcast site: https://cleartheair.ca/podcast Instagram: @cleartheair.ca ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate grad student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 46: Threading Change in the fashion industry with Sophia Yang

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 40:36


    Jenna interviews Sophia Yang, the Founder of Threading Change, about sustainability and intersectionality in the fashion industry. The conversation focuses on Threading Change's key pillars: transparency, authenticity, and vulnerability. Learn about the toxicity of fast fashion, avenues for change, and how Sophia is threading change in the industry to empower marginalized voices. Episode references and resources Threading Change website Membership network Fashion Revolution United Nations Fashion Industry Charter Guardian article: H&M emissions CTA sustainable fashion blog post CTA episode 16: fast fashion and community action with Yoshi Matsuzaki Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 45: Addressing systemic barriers to truth and reconciliation in higher education (my thesis story)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 37:11


    In this episode, Jenna does a deep dive on her final undergraduate project, her Honours Thesis. "Addressing Systemic Barriers to Truth and Reconciliation in Higher Education" is about fostering inclusive, decolonized, and reconciled academic spaces across what is now known as Canada. In this episode, Jenna discusses where the inspiration for her thesis emerged, how she conducted this work as a non-Indigenous settler ally, and provides key insights and advice for those interested in pursuing similar research. Episode references and resources TRC's Calls to Action UWaterloo Office of Indigenous Relations NativeLand.ca: Whose Land Am I On? Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 44: Leading Change with Austin Zacharko

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 30:54


    Jenna interviews the Co-Director of Participants at Leading Change, Austin Zacharko. In this conversation, Austin highlights the importance of engaging youth in sustainable change, fostering truth and reconciliation in events, and what youth need to continue having a presence on the global changemaking platform. Episode references and resources Leading Change website CTA episode 3: Leading Change recap Austin's Linkedin page Foundation for Environmental Stewardship (FES) funding opportunity (The Harbour) Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.  

    Episode 43: [REPOST] How to live sustainably when you don't feel supported

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 19:17


    This episode is a repost from the beginning of the podcast. Jenna shares tips for pursuing a sustainable lifestyle when your journey is not supported by the people or the environment around you. It can be hard to change your life when there are physical and social barriers preventing you from taking action. Learn how to overcome these barriers to become a sustainability pro, no matter what challenges you face. For more sustainable living tips, check out these helpful posts: Changing the world as a teen with Naila Moloo We need to make climate information accessible 10 zero-waste swaps for everyday life How to eat sustainably in the winter 5 tips for eating well and sustainably on a student budget 10 tips for living sustainably in university ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educates, empowers and mobilizes youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 42: Building food literacy and sustainability with Circular Harvest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 37:45


    How can we foster food system sustainability and food literacy at the same time? To answer that question, Jenna interviews the Co-Founders of Circular Harvest, Kyle Born and Chadd Bauman. These recent graduates started their indoor farming company started with the vision to disrupt the current “take, make and waste” mindset of agri-businesses. Learn how Circular Harvest are changing the food system through mushrooms, along with tips for starting your own business and following your passions to enhance sustainability.  Episode references and resources Circular Harvest website Mushroom grow kits (check out the photos!) ReFeed Canada Kate Raworth's Donut model Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 41: Tips for acing graduate school applications

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 36:34


    Thinking about grad school? Jenna shares her tips from her experience identifying, applying, and getting accepted into graduate school for this Fall. She also provides advice about things she wished she knew before applying.    Episode references and resources Mastersportal.com - a global inventory of grad school programs The Grad Cafe - a great database and forum for all of your grad school questions Blog: what to expect in university Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 40: Changing the world as a teen with Naila Moloo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 30:28


    In this episode, Jenna interviews Naila Moloo, a 16-year-old changemaker with a passion for sustainability. Naila has written a #1 bestselling book, is the youngest recipient of the National Post's 100 Most Powerful Women, has presented for Microsoft and TedTalks, and more. Naila is also the youngest podcast guest thus far, demonstrating that age is not a barrier to creating change. We talk about how Naila got started in the sustainability space, the barriers she faces as a teen changemaker, how to access resources to accelerate change, and how to build exposure. Episode references and resources Naila's personal website Naila's LinkedIn Chronicles of Illusions: The Blue Wild The Curiosity Podcast Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 39: I'm graduating! Reflecting on my undergrad

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 28:25


    After five long years, Jenna has completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Waterloo! In this episode, she reflects on how her understandings of sustainability, herself, and the people around her have shifted over the years. Hear about boundary setting, building self-confidence, respecting others, and what is next for Clear the Air. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! Episode references and resources How to overcome perfectionism Imperfect environmentalism Lessons learned from first, second, and third year ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Epsiode 38: We need to make climate information accessible

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 33:18


    Climate change impacts everyone, and everyone has the right to climate change information to enable climate action. Climate information is made inaccessible by subscription based journals, scientific jargon, and greenwashing/lack of evidence. In this podcast episode of Clear the Air, we explore the importance of increasing the accessibility of climate change information, and how YOU as a content creator or knowledge sharer can make your message more accessible to the general public. Episode references and resources Leading Change 2020 recap Inclusive stock images  Climate change communication tips Talking about “that girl” and perfectionism ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 37: Dealing with the comparison trap

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 27:52


    Comparison can be one of your greatest enemies in work, school, and life in general. This goes for comparison against other people, as well as self-comparison. In this episode, Jenna opens up about her struggles with the comparison trap and provides tools for getting out of the vicious comparison cycle so you can thrive. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! Episode references and resources: Pandas are no longer endangered $5 billion towards conservation Indigenous leaders at COP 26 ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 36: Three positive sustainability stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 19:32


    There is a lot of negativity in the news, whether it's about climate change or otherwise. On this episode, we highlight three positive sustainability stories to brighten the mood and demonstrate that collective action can make a difference. From pandas, to donations, to reconciliation, you need to know what is happening around the world. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! Episode references and resources: Pandas are no longer endangered $5 billion towards conservation Indigenous leaders at COP 26 ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 35: How to make your school sustainable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 24:45


    Do you want to make an impact at your school? In Season 2 Episode 12 of the podcast, I share my key tips for making your school more sustainable. Having contributed to diverse sustainability projects at school over the past 5 years, these tips are based on personal experiences that have proven to be succesful. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 34: Don't Look Up is the story of the climate crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 20:59


    The number one Netflix movie, "Don't Look Up," is not about a comet; it is a clear satire about the current climate crisis. In this commentary-style episode, Jenna uncovers the underlying message of the movie, and its call to action for society. Episode references and resources: Podcast: Managing Mental Health and Eco Anxiety with Erin Murray (podcast) IPCC Sixth Assessment Report (AR6) Blog: What is Privilege? Podcast: Understanding climate change Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 33: Imperfect environmentalism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 24:21


    On this episode, Jenna explores the concept of "imperfect environmentalism." Recognizing that there is no such thing as PERFECT environmentalism is key for advancing our own sustainability efforts. Jenna defines imperfect environmentalism and how toxic it can be to strive for perfection using real-world examples. Jenna also explore ways to accept the fact that we are imperfect environmentalists, and why it's so important. Episode references and resources: How sustainability changed in 2021 Zero waste living resources (1, 2, 3) Sustainability during COVID-19 Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It's time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It's time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It's time to take our future into our own hands.

    An interview with Community Fridge KW: Creating community through food

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 35:00


    This week on the podcast, we hear from Kamil Ahmed, one of the organizers for Community Fridge KW. This grassroots mutual aid effort seeks to establish and operate public repositories of fresh donated food for anyone in the community to take from, for free. The slogan 'take what you need, leave what can' enables the organization's commitment to reduce food waste and food insecurity simultaneously. Episode references and resources: Map to Community Fridge KW location Follow Community Fridge KW Instagram and Facebook Fridge FAQs Fridges across Canada Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 31: What is environmental racism?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 20:01


    Episode References and Resources What is climate justice? Ecocentrism and sustainability 2021 sustainability goals How sustainability has changed in 2020 Stories, laws and articles mentioned: First Nations and the history of drinking water issues in Canada Indian Act c.960: Indian Reserve Waste Disposal Regulations 2020 Suzuki Report to the UN on environmental racism 2011 Study on Environmental stressors and mental health Ecojustice article on environmental racism in Canada Other articles on environmental racism (1, 2, 3) Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 30: How Sustainability Changed in 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 26:08


    Episode References and Resources When Jenna's Journey became Clear the Air Leading Change Forum recap Conversations with Sam, Jackie and Emily Info on Canadian Sustainability Conference Conversations with Jeffray and Michelle Ecocentrism and Sustainability Contact form for guest ideas/requests Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 29: Creating Change Through Your Voice with Michelle Angkasa

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 34:40


    Michelle Angkasa is a second year Environment and Business student at the University of Waterloo who spends her time as a residence don (AKA the designated mom of 30 students), climate justice organizer, writer, mentor, and creator of baked goods. She loves intersectional environmentalism, political advocacy, and youth engagement. In this episode, Michelle and I explore ways to use your voice as a young person to create broader change.  Episode References and Resources Humans of UWaterloo UW Radicle Our Time Future Majority Recording from the Town Hall on Nov 19 Land Back Camp Michelle’s Blog Michelle’s Linkedin Michelle’s Instagram Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 28: Ecocentrism and Sustainability

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 9:21


    Episode References and Resources Paul Kingsnorth's article: https://orionmagazine.org/article/confessions-of-a-recovering-environmentalist/ Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 27: Four Ideas for Sustainable Gift Giving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2020 10:40


    Episode References and Resources More ways to live sustainably over the holidays: https://ctablog.ca/sustainable-christmas/ DIY Gift Ideas: https://ctablog.ca/sustainable-diy/ DIY Friend gift box

    Episode 26: Managing Mental Health and Eco-Anxiety with Erin Murray from Behind My Behind

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 28:21


    Episode References and Resources CTA Podcast Episode 05: How to Manage Eco-Anxiety: https://ctablog.ca/episode-05-five-ways-to-manage-eco-anxiety/ Behind My Mind: https://behindmymind.com/ Instragram/Facebook @behindmymindcampaign Email: behindmymindcampaign@gmail.com Erin’s Poetry Book, Show Me Your Scars: https://www.amazon.ca/show-your-scars-collection-michelle/dp/B08GVD7DB7 Addressing Eco-Anxiety by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA): https://cmha.ca/blogs/eco-anxiety-despair-is-rising Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 25: Why you need to care about climate change

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 20:18


    The Clear the Air Podcast: Season 02, Episode 02 It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 24: Welcome to Season Two!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2020 20:55


    Season 02, Episode 01: Welcome back to The Clear the Air Podcast! This week we are chatting about all the exciting changes coming to Clear the Air, including several big surprises that have been in the works for awhile. Get ready for the next chapter of CTA that makes it easier than ever to be educated, inspired and mobilized to take climate action.    It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 23: Environmental activism, following your passions, and dreaming big - Q&A with Jenna

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 23:59


    Episode References and Resources: What are the SDGs? How to stay motivated How to take the first step (towards your goals) How to be successful  It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 22: How to work with students and be an "activist" with Samantha Casey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 43:46


    Episode References and Resources: Peel Climate Council Shake Up the Stab The Girl with the Foster Dogs University of Guelph Sustainability Office  It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 21: Five strategies for starting an environmental initiative

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 15:40


    Check out all of Clear the Air's amazing interviews: Entrepreneurship and starting from scratch with Tyler De Sousa Blogging, climate action and youth empowerment with Emily De Sousa The value of experimental learning with Maddi LeBlanc Fast fashion, community action and finding yourself with Yoshi Matsuzaki Cater your degree to your passions with Jeffray Behr How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto Creating change through plant-based living with Jackie Bastianon   It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 20: Entrepreneurship and starting from scratch with Tyler De Sousa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 35:26


    Episode References and Resources: Youth Action on Climate Change WaterLoot EarthSuds  It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 19: How to talk about climate change

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2020 20:34


    Episode References and Resources: Why we disagree about climate change by Hulme (2015) What is a peer-reviewed article?  It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

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    Episode 18: Blogging, climate action and youth empowerment with Emily De Sousa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2020 40:14


    References and resources: Emily's blog: airplanesandavocadoes.com Emily's personal site: emilydesousa.com Youth Action on Climate Change: youthclimateonoaction.com It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 17: How to overcome perfectionism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 18:25


    If you enjoyed learning about perfectionism and these tips for personal growth, check out these other resources:  How sustainability helped me overcome my eating disorder Why daily goals are essential for success How to be “successful” How to stay motivated How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 16: From fast fashion to community action and finding yourself with Yoshi Matsuzaki

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 36:10


    Episode references and resources: Project Trashion If you enjoyed learning about Yoshi's journey, check out these conversations on creating change by following your passions: Cater your degree to your passions with Jeffray Behr How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto Creating change through plant-based living with Jackie Bastianon Starting a national youth environmental group with PickWaste The value of experimental learning with Maddi LeBlanc It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 15: How to take the first step

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 20:49


    If you enjoyed learning how to take the first step, check out these other resources that will help you achieve your goals:  Why daily goals are essential for success How to be “successful” How to stay motivated How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air! ABOUT THE PODCAST Clear the Air seeks to educate, empower and mobilize youth to take action against climate change. These weekly episodes will focus on a specific theme, teaching you how to take action RIGHT NOW in your own life. By listening to the podcast, you will become a sustainability expert in no time. Jenna Phillips is the podcast host, a passionate university student, and a local climate action leader. She uses her expertise and desire for change to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands.

    Episode 14: The value of experimental learning with Maddi LeBlanc

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 44:52


    Episode references and resources: On Board SUP Kids Maddi's personal site If you enjoyed learning about Maddi's journey, check out these conversations on creating change by following your passions: Cater your degree to your passions with Jeffray Behr How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto Creating change through plant-based living with Jackie Bastianon Starting a national youth environmental group with PickWaste It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 13: Five common misconceptions about recycling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 20:07


    Episode references and resources: The truth about recycling Dangers of microplastics Why waste diversion matters Mobius Loop and other recycling symbols It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 12: Creating change through plant-based living with Jackie Bastianon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 35:06


    Episode references and resources: PlantEd Project website Health Canada's Food Guide Tips for going plant-based (1, 2) Recipe blogs: Hot For Food, Minimalist Baker, Oh She Glows If you enjoyed learning about Jackie's journey, check out these conversations on skill-building, creating change and following your passions: Cater your degree to your passions with Jeffray Behr How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto Breaking boundaries in research with Dr. Sarah Wolfe Starting a national youth environmental group with PickWaste It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 11: How sustainability helped me recover from my eating disorder

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 17:45


    It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 10: Cater your degree to your passions with Jeffray Behr

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 40:56


    Episode references and resources: https://80000hours.org/ https://drawdown.org/ https://www.effectivealtruism.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jeffray-behr_plantbasedfoods-activity-6652985190081794049-K8AP If you enjoyed learning about Jeffray’s journey, check out these conversations on skill-building, creating change and following your passions: How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto Breaking boundaries in research with Dr. Sarah Wolfe Starting a national youth environmental group with PickWaste It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 09: Five lessons from university (third year)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 23:25


    Episode references and resources: Lessons from first year: https://ctablog.ca/lessons-learned-from-my-first-year-of-university/ Lessons from second year: https://ctablog.ca/lessons-learned-from-my-second-year-so-far/ Tania's interview: https://ctablog.ca/episode-08-an-interview-with-tania-del-matto/ It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 08: How to be a young entrepreneur with Tania Del Matto

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 46:33


    Episode references and resources: GreenHouse: https://uwaterloo.ca/stpauls/greenhouse If you enjoyed learning about Tania's journey, check out these conversations on skill-building, creating change and following your passions: How to cater your degree to your passions with Jeffray Behr Breaking boundaries in research with Dr. Sarah Wolfe Starting a national youth environmental group with PickWaste It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 07: Three cheap, easy and eco-friendly cleaning tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 23:23


    Episode references and resources: Check out the related blog post here It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 06: Is COVID-19 good for the environment?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 37:05


    Episode references and resources: Climate change politics: https://ctablog.ca/climate-change-part-2-canadian-politics-the-kyoto-protocol-and-the-paris-agreement/ The lifecycle of plastic: https://ctablog.ca/welcome-to-plastic-island/ Living sustainably during COVID-19: https://ctablog.ca/5-ways-to-live-sustainably-during-covid-19/ Food systems: https://ctablog.ca/organic-versus-local/ Satellite images: https://atmosphere.copernicus.eu/air-quality-information-confirms-reduced-activity-levels-due-lockdown-italy It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

    Episode 05: Five ways to manage eco-anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 31:35


      Episode references and resources: Leading Change recap: http://ctablog.ca/leading-change-recap/ It’s time to Clear the Air of all this confusion about climate change. It’s time to learn how we, the youth climate leaders of today, can make a change. It’s time to take our future into our own hands. Make sure to rate, subscribe and follow the Clear the Air Podcast, and follow the journey on social media: Website: https://ctablog.ca Podcast site: https://ctablog.ca/podcast Instagram: @_ctablog Twitter: @_ctablog YouTube: Clear the Air Don't forget to share your sustainability journey on social media and tag Clear the Air!

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