Gen Green

---BEWARE, HOT TAKES AND SENSITIVE TOPICS ENSUE!--- It took us Oppenheimer to finally talk about nuclear energy on an ecology-themed podcast.

Tonight the Gen Green crew has connected with our lovely new friend Frank Silva from the Aegis Treatment Center to discuss his new position and how he entered the public health field. For the episode, we discuss Mr Silva's experiences with substance abuse before pivoting toward a new substance education to correct the failures of past anti-drug initiatives. For those interested in getting help for oneself or a loved one who is currently addicted to illegal substances, reach out to him at frank.silva@pinnacletreatment.com, or at Aegis's hotline at 1-833-522-HEAL .

THIS WAS RECORDED ON MAY THE FOURTH The Gen Green podcast team kicks off season 3 after a long hiatus to introduce our new facilitator Grace and talk honestly about fighting addiction. Johnny shares his sob story and his fixation on guillotines. Jenny gives a shout out to the fellow stars war nerds in the audience, and is compared to MC dance for the climate. MC danse pour le climat: https://www.instagram.com/mcdansepourleclimat Quitting resources: https://kickitca.org/  https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/quit_smoking/index.htm#:~:text=For%20support%20in%20quitting%2C%20including,800%2D784%2D8669). For support in quitting, including free quit coaching, a free quit plan, free educational materials, and referrals to local resources, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).

Happy Halloween!  Today we brought in the wonderful Symphonie Algodon from the American Lung Association to talk about--you guessed it!--lung health and other important California issues.  For more information, please visit the ALA's website, or call their quit line at 1-800-586-4872.  Pictured is my amazing friend, Smedley Butler the skeleton sitting by the work pumpkin!

Dr Stanton "Trouble" Glantz formerly of the Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education joins the Gen Green skeleton crew to provide us insights on public health after working in the field for the majority of his natural and unnatural life. Below is a link to the one-and-only Tobacco Files: https://www.industrydocuments.ucsf.edu/tobacco/

Today we have Alexandria Mazerolle and Steve Kroeger from the Blue Zones Project Yuba-Sutter! They talked to us about the importance of healthy living and what the Blue Zones Project is all about. If you'd like to learn more about the Blue Zones Project or volunteer with them, you can email them at bzpyubasutter@sharecare.com And give them a follow on their social media: https://www.facebook.com/bzpyubasutter and https://www.instagram.com/bzpyubasutter/ And as always YAFT is recruiting! If you'd like to learn more please email us at yaft@healthcollaborative.org

Well, that took a while.  After a long delay, the YAFT team has sat down to talk about one of California's most decisive, and important issues: water.  With the assistance of Jenny and Chelsea, these two co-facilitators go over the intricacies of water law in the state.  Next,  these YAFT representatives talk in depth about how to best move forward with an ecologically-conscious answer to the ongoing water management crisis.  Also, YAFT is recruiting! Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening, and we'll see you next time!

Ok no more horsing around, here's the actual holiday special. We have some social media on Facebook and Instagram - connect with us there for more updates and other show-related media.  And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress/art-20047544

New year, new season, and a belated holiday special to kick it all off. Entering this new year, depression and anxiety linger like a shroud for many, including the cast. On this episode we start a recap on the last year, give holiday greetings to develop our collective parasocial relationship, and then dive into seasonal depression. We have some social media on Facebook and Instagram - connect with us there for more updates and other show-related media. And finally, YAFT is recruiting! Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! https://open.spotify.com/episode/0JH3ioeAL6XS4UyRjxUabD?si=qOphC1MPTCG1wXRmsulETQ https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/cardiff-man-north-korea-firing-13689485

**trigger warning** Warning: this podcast will be discussing abusive relationships and domestic violence. Other topics such as physical, sexual, and emotional abuse will be discussed, amongst other topics. Listener discretion is advised. This week we dive into a discussion on domestic abuse, violence, nicotine abuse, and how these issues intersect with our charming guest Jason Ward of El Dorado County's abuse prevention programme.  During this discussion, we were given insights into the nature of the abuser, the role of mental health, and then looked back on the not-quite-healthy media we consumed in our youth and how that relates to upholding an anti-victim culture. Also, we have some social media on Facebook and Instagram - connect with us there for more updates and other show-related media.  And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org!  If anybody would like to contact Jason with any questions you can email him a jasonw@thecenternow.org

This week we have brought in the ozymandias Dr. Victor DeNoble onto the show to talk about his experiences in youth and anti-tobacco activism. Beginning with his delivery of the bombshell 1994 testimony to Congress about the addictive nature of nicotine, the podcast turns to discussion about education, addiction research, and general talk about DeNoble's philosophy. Also, we have some social media on Facebook and Instagram - connect with us there for more updates and other show-related media. And finally, YAFT is recruiting! Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org!

This week the Gen Green crew is interviewing the one and only Chris Chavez, the Deputy Policy Director of the Coalition for Clean Air of the Greater Los Angeles Area. We begin with a rundown on what the CCA does, crap on Big Tobacco and Big Oil, then go into more fundamental questions that arch back into why youth like the YAFT Coalition are even involved in political engagement. Tune in for more of Johnny's “lib dunking,” Jenny's Spongebob memes, and Chelsea's scientific expertise next week as the Gen Green crew does its part in securing a green future. Also, we have some social media on Facebook and Instagram - connect with us there for more updates and other show-related media. And finally, YAFT is recruiting! Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! For those in the area, the Coalition for Clean Air will be assembling on the 6th of October in the Los Angeles Area. Check them out on their socials! Cleanairday.org https://www.instagram.com/cleanairday/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/CleanAirDay/ Additional Links: Opportunity Insights, on Economic Determinism in the US https://opportunityinsights.org/ https://www.opportunityatlas.org/

Planned to launch on Labor Day, but that didn't happen.  Enjoy regardless!  This week we bring the friend of the show Fareha back to talk about vaccines again.  As we continue through the episode, one can have a closer listen to the chaos required to run a podcast as well as other commentary on our planet being destroyed and how Big Tobacco is evil. And finally, YAFT is recruiting!  Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening to our Gen Green podcast, powered by YAFT.  Please reach out to us on our social media (@yaftocoalition on Insta, YAFT - Young Adults Fighting Tobacco on Facebook) to give us any feedback on this episode!  Until next time! For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.  Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance. Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/jun/25/brazil-coronavirus-investigation-bolsonaro?fbclid=IwAR0Mgsa2oW18HMu6Qsmr0IU1fzCCI_-ySdtV-pTmsiMNeEA-_FDn51qzSoQ https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html https://www.reuters.com/article/factcheck-afghanistan-refugees/fact-check-the-u-s-prescribes-ivermectin-to-refugees-for-parasitic-worms-not-covid-19-idUSL1N2Q605Q https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/why-you-should-not-use-ivermectin-treat-or-prevent-covid-19 https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7032e1.htm?s_cid=mm7032e1_e&ACSTrackingID=USCDC_921-DM63289&ACSTrackingLabel=MMWR%20Early%20Release%20-%20Vol.%2070%2C%20August%206%2C%202021&deliveryName=USCDC_921-DM63289

**Warning: This episode contains frank discussion on adult subjects like world events, and historical atrocities, as well as open political discussion. Listener discretion is advised.** Today we rope in two amazing friends of the show, Fareha and Setara, to discuss their experiences as refugees from the now former Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. First the discussion is slow and deliberate with more anthropologically themed probes into their life and culture, but our wonderful guests help transition the conversation into their thoughts and observations on the recent events regarding their native country. Also, capybaras! Also, the book mentioned by Fareha is "A Thousand Splendid Suns," by Khaled Hosseini, an Afghan novelist who similarly tells his experience as a refugee. Pick it up at your local library or, for university students, contact your local Middle Eastern or Afghan Student Union and organize with them to help elevate the voices of the diaspora. And finally, YAFT is recruiting! Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening to our Gen Green podcast, powered by YAFT. Please reach out to us on our social media (@yaftocoalition on Insta, YAFT - Young Adults Fighting Tobacco on Facebook) to give us any feedback on this episode! Until next time! For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273. Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line. Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity. Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.

**Warning: This episode contains frank discussion on adult subjects like world events, and historical atrocities, as well as open political discussion. Listener discretion is advised.** Conspiracy theories continue! This week we continue a measured jab into the sociology and political economy of conspiracy theories with a new roster of theories ranging from gruesome, grand, to downright bizarre. The foundational texts that helped us understand why these conspiracy theories form are the Age of Surveillance Capitalism by Dr. Shoshana Zuboff, The Peoples' Republic of Walmart by Leigh Phillips and Michal Rozworski, and finally, the classic The Origin of the Family, Private Property, and the State by Friedrich Engels. In this episode the Gen Green crew uncovers the deep secrets of Chelsey being an insane conspiracy theorist, Jenny's prior job, and Johnny's shameful title as a wumao. If you have any more theories to contribute or further discussion on this topic, please contact us on our social media and we'll bring in some of your input on a future episode! And finally, YAFT is recruiting! Contact us at our email about joining via yaft@healthcollaborative.org! Thanks again for listening to our Gen Green podcast, powered by YAFT. Also, please let us know what you thought about our conspiracy theories and the conversation on tin foil that has led to a stronger understanding of political issues, via messaging our Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/yaftcoalition/) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/YAFTCoalition). Until next time! For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273. Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line. Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity. Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance. Sauce: Surveillance Capitalism - https://westminsterresearch.westminster.ac.uk/download/c54fb5e9ae8e4f5aadb876e39fc0ea691ebe0f2370cd24898f6531aae15d4a9b/181365/introduction-big-data-capitalism-politics-activism.pdf https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctvckq9qb.6?seq=2#metadata_info_tab_contents Amazon and Uber are scummy corporations - https://ucommblog.com/section/corporate-greed/ubers-union-busting-playbook https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQzw8MVlQlo https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/08/02/amazon-union-election-redo

**Warning: This episode contains frank discussion on adult subjects like world events, and historical atrocities, as well as open political discussion.  Listener discretion is advised.**    Conspiracy theories!  Did we REALLY land on the Moon?  Did we REALLY meet aliens?  Is the government REALLY breeding new strains of marijuana to transform virile African men into homosexuals?  Is co-host Johnny REALLY a former MAGApede?  All these questions and more answered in high fidelity, so make sure to save this episode before the feds shut us down!  As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at yaft@healthcollaborative.org.  Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/yaftcoalition/) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/YAFTCoalition).  Until next time! For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.  Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor my friends and family by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance. Sauce: US Office of National Intelligence on UFOs https://www.dni.gov/files/ODNI/documents/assessments/Prelimary-Assessment-UAP-20210625.pdf "The Origin of the Family, Private Property, and the State" by Friedrich Engels https://www.marxists.org/archive/marx/works/1884/origin-family/index.htm Tiananmen Square https://wikileaks.org/plusd/cables/89BEIJING18828_a.html?fbclid=IwAR2SUPbCluhyD4T0z7YfuuIs3SduZIpqKkz8f_kLpN7VTVABbYXgmQaD6mQ The Pot Plot https://www.adl.org/blog/nation-of-islam-espouses-new-pot-plot-anti-semitic-conspiracy-theory Moon Landing https://www.rmg.co.uk/stories/topics/moon-landing-conspiracy-theories-debunked A quick rundown on Gramsci because I did not explain hegemony very well https://youtu.be/QA9YxP0s1t4

**WARNING: Sensitive material like sexual assault, genocide, colonization, and other historical atrocities are the topic for today.  Listener discretion is advised.** As a diversion from the main content of the program, the Gen Green crew flexes their history credentials by doing over a basic history of tobacco.  In this gaze into the annals of history, we hope that that these observations will construct a more well-rounded perspective of history, especially in regard to the American economy and how it developed the demographics and politics of the United States and her neighbors three hundred years hence. As a refresher from our more charged and controversial interviews and workshops, we're jumping into our     As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at yaft@healthcollaborative.org.  Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account (https://www.instagram.com/yaftcoalition/) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/YAFTCoalition).  Until next time! For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.  Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor Pride month by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance. Sources Cited: History of Tobacco in the World — Tobacco Timeline https://www.swedish.org/classes-and-resources/smoking-cessation/history-of-tobacco-use-in-america https://www.vox.com/2014/10/13/6957875/christopher-columbus-murderer-tyrant-scoundrel https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/greentobaccosickness/default.html

    In this episode, the program solicits professional advice and input from Stanford's finest: Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher.  We take her insights on youth psychology, the physical dimension of addiction, and how to best manage addiction in youth in their intersection during today's largest youth public health crisis.  In Gen Green fashion, the conversation veers into discussion on voter franchise in Florida, Star Trek, Johnny's brain on drugs, and tech start up capitalism.  As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at yaft@healthcollaborative.org.  Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account and Facebook page.  Until next time!     As has been referenced on tonight's episode, here is the listing for The Devil's Playbook: Big Tobacco, Juul, and the Addiction of a New Generation by Lauren Etter on Jeff Bezos' evil monopoly that is killing the planet, evading billions in taxes, illegally busting unions, and imposing unsanitary and harmful conditions for his employed labor.  Though not connected to any direct advertising for the book, as health advocates we must read, well, modern Big Tobacco's playbook to best counter it.  Enjoy the read! For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273. Similarly, though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor Pride month by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance. Sources Cited: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/08/vaping-linked-to-covid-19-risk-in-teens-and-young-adults.html (the connection between vaping and contracting Covid-19) https://med.stanford.edu/tobaccopreventiontoolkit.html (the Stanford Tobacco Prevention Toolkit) https://www.studentsvsvaping.org/ (Students Against Vaping E-Cigarettes, SAVE)

    On the latest workshop episode, the Gen Green crew goes over new, crucial research on the connection between vaping and contracting Covid-19 - dissecting the medical realities of smoking and vaping in an accessible manner.  Further through the episode, our co-hosts dive into aspects of youth psychology, dank memes, and substance abuse.  For the long-term activists, health advocates from the health field, and younger listeners: we are indebted to your efforts and support that you have provided to this program.  You are all profoundly appreciated.     As always, please contact us for direct inquiries at yaft@healthcollaborative.org.  Also, please follow our social media, most notably our Instagram account and Facebook page.  Until next time! Cool Links:    Though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor Pride month by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line.  Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity.  Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.    For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California also has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273. Sources referenced: https://tobaccofreeca.com/health/covid-19-stop-smoking-and-vaping/?gclid=CjwKCAjwq7aGBhADEiwA6uGZp-izCcEH_mom00hDDejsKkuZJEUFYJVvfrjX24Ivw-OB9RuTcMShOhoCv-oQAvD_BwE https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/08/vaping-linked-to-covid-19-risk-in-teens-and-young-adults.html

*The views represented by single members of the YAFT Coalition do not represent the entirety of the YAFT Coalition* This week the crew decides to step back and do a workshop episode on the Green New Deal, a green energy/employment/social investment program championed by left-of-center parties from Seoul to Seattle. The first section is a quick rundown that attempts to fairly and evenly dissect this policy proposal. The second half transitions to criticisms of the policy along with other discussion - at which Johnny has controversial beliefs and chides Chelsey while Jenny nearly suffers a heat stroke. We have an Instagram account! Follow the program at @yaftcoalition To contact the program, please email yaft@healthcollaborative.org Links to material mentioned on the program: https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/features/RenewableEnergy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_New_Deal https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2019/2/7/18211709/green-new-deal-resolution-alexandria-ocasio-cortez-markey https://news.stanford.edu/2019/03/28/strengths-weaknesses-green-new-deal/ https://grist.org/article/whats-the-green-new-deal-the-surprising-origins-behind-a-progressive-rallying-cry/ https://news.stanford.edu/2019/03/28/strengths-weaknesses-green-new-deal/

On this episode our guest Ariana Ponce from LUCHA Tobacco (Latinos Unidos Contra el Habito y Adiccion al Tabaco) talks briefly about her time as an organizer for the Latino-advocacy group under the Health Education Council - mainly the issues faced by half of California's population and ways that we, as communities and concerned citizens, can organize to build better health outcomes for everyone. Further on, the entire crew sidelines the conversation to dunk on Big Tobacco, lament at the erosion of privacy through commercial social media, and relate to Johnny's experiences as a former smoker. LUCHA Tobacco: https://healthedcouncil.org/what-we-do/programs/knowledge/lucha.html Inquiries to YAFT/STAAND: yaft@healthcollaborative.org

This week we brought in two wonderful guests from Stanislaus County, California to build further publicity for a march and rally taking place in Modesto on the 19th of September at 10am on Briggsmore and McHenry. We conduct an overview on the history of involvement our two speakers Morgan and Robin have had as college freshmen political activists before diving deeper into some personal questions on the Earth's environmental degradation and green politics. If you are interested in helping organize the event in advance, please contact Morgan at cjanmorganhaydock@gmail.com, as well as follow their Instagram account at https://www.instagram.com/cjanstanislaus/ . As always, the YAFT Coalition's email is yaft@healthcollaborative.org. Thank you again for your support and we are positively beaming at the future of this program. Update: Due to an increase in cases of Covid in Stanislaus county, the Climate Rally has been moved to a virtual setting. The virtual rally will take place on the 18th and 19th of September at 1:00 pm. Email cjanmorganhaydock@gmail.com to get involved. For any future updates please visit http://cjanstanislaus.wixsite.com/website In the Media: https://www.modbee.com/news/economic-mobility-lab/article253534529.html

-- WARNING: The following podcast may be triggering or traumatizing to some audience members. Stalking, illicit drugs, and mature topics may be discussed. Listen at your own discretion. -- In this episode, the crew takes a break from the back-to-back interviews to focus on general tips and recommendations for going on vacation in the wind-down of the Covid pandemic.  Introducing friend of the show Alessia, the crew discusses how to best run one's vacation in respect to the ongoing restrictions on travel and and other areas of concern.  Further, Jenny and Alessia share their odd and frightening encounters in France and Johnny spills the beans about his connections with the Irish Republican Army.  Finally, the crew takes a moment to reflect on the ongoing state violence in Colombia and the 73rd nakba in Palestine, as well as spread information on how to donate to relief efforts regarding the humanitarian crisis in India.  Requests and solicitations go through the updated yaft@healthcollaborative.org. Link to Article on Sites that Raise Relief Funds for India: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/how-to-help-india-during-its-covid-surge-12-places-you-can-donate Other Sources: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-safe-travel-advice/art-20486965 https://www.rainn.org/articles/stalking (contains definition of stalking too) https://www.stalkingawareness.org/external-resources/ https://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/indias-covid-19-human-crisis-spirals-record-cases-77413851 Lists risks assessment level for each country: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/map-and-travel-notices.html

Recorded on Mothers' Day, the crew interviews the director of the recently created Tobacco Project for the Motherlode Chapter of the Sierra Club, Efraim Lopez.  Over the episode, Efraim gives us a quick rundown on his role in the anti-tobacco scene, his past activism, and his connection to the environmental justice movement.  Further, Efraim also communicates the international role of Big Tobacco and the pollution it produces while keeping us poised for the turbulent future set for society by endemic electronic cigarette use.  If you would like to be involved with the Sierra club and its related expansions to the Tobacco Program, please contact Efraim at Info@MLC.sierraclub.org.  As always; inquiries, references, and appeals to join the organization go through YAFTSTAAND@gmail.com.  Thank you for tuning in for us and happy Mothers' Day. Links: The Motherlode Chapter's social media account https://www.sierraclub.org/sites/www.sierraclub.org/files/sce/yokuts-group/March_April_2021.pdf https://www.sierraclub.org/mother-lode

After a hiatus from finals and moving, the gang returns with a special interview from Dyane Osorio, the director of the Motherlode chapter of the Sierra Club. This week, we look into her own challenges and triumphs while guiding the Sierra Club in a more environmental justice-oriented direction. If you are interested in being involved with the Sierra Club Motherlode tobacco program, please contact Dyane Osorio with an application at dyaneosorio@sierraclub.org. Likewise, the Young Adults Fighting Tobacco Coalition is always open for more friends of the podcast and new members to our program. Please contact us at yaftstaand@gmail.com if you would like to do either. As always, thank you for tuning in this week and we are anxious to continue our debut season. Sources: https://www.sierraclub.org/mother-lode/environmental-issues https://www.sierraclub.org/loma-prieta/current-status-delta-tunnels https://angeles.sierraclub.org/water_campaign/issues https://www.nrdc.org/stories/fracking-101

This week our co-hosts do a rundown on Environmental Justice, providing an overview on an ascending but still relatively under-reported vein of social justice and youth activism.  Further, the YAFT Coalition crew talks about green politics in America and the fate of Disney World as sea-levels rise.  As always, our email YAFTSTAAND@gmail.com is open for inquiries and applications and our associated links and sources used for this programme are below.  Thank you

~ Content Warning: This episode includes frank discussion regarding tobacco and alcohol abuse ~ The Gen Green crew brings in the Solano County policy specialist Alix Winston in to discuss the epidemic of tobacco abuse in African-American communities and the recent propaganda wave whipped up by the industry in light of the flavored cigarette ban in California.  Further analysis leads to the discussion of systemic racism and endemic, institutionalized substance abuse - all culminating in Johnny doing a horrible JFK impression. If you are interested in becoming a member of the YAFT Coalition, feel free to email this webzone: yaftstaand@gmail.com

Currently one of the hottest political topics since the disaster started a year ago, Chelsey flexes her skills as a biology major and discusses the new progress made on the vaccines for Covid-19.  While going over basic virology and the fundamental components of biology, our discussion continues further into areas of public health that augmented the tragedy of the pandemic and lamenting over the year that has changed countless billions of lives.  In addition to this, co-host Johnny finally learns how to use editing software, drastically improving the quality of the program in the process. Resources that Chelsey used: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41579-020-00468-6 https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines/mrna.html https://www.phgfoundation.org/briefing/rna-vaccines https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/flu-vs-covid19.htm https://collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/people/cp37470/edward-jenner

In the pilot episode of the YAFT Coalition podcast Gen Green, co-hosts Johnny, Jennifer, and Chelsey introduce their selves by talking about why they joined the fight against Big Tobacco and environmental degradation.