EcoJustice Radio

In this episode, we welcome Matthew J. Palamary, an accomplished author and expert on ayahuasca, to Ecojustice Radio. Join us as we explore the profound impact of sacred plant medicine and its role in traditional societies. Matthew shares his personal experiences and insights on the importance of integrating visionary experiences into daily life, the myths surrounding ayahuasca, and the significan...

In this episode, we engage with environmental filmmaker Angelina Lee, who discusses her documentary "Making a Mini Forest." Angelina shares insights into the Miyawaki method, a revolutionary approach to reforesting the planet that emphasizes planting indigenous trees in dense clusters to restore ecosystems efficiently. As we confront the realities of climate change and biodiversity loss, learn how...

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of J.G. Ballard's provocative works, what later may be known as Climate Fiction, written mostly last century. From his early novel "The Drowned World" to the controversial "Crash," we delve into how Ballard's dystopian visions have shaped the genre. We feature insights from a PBS show Hot Mess, a short BBC film Ballard appeared in 1973 exploring hi...

In the words of Terence McKenna, since the rise of western monotheism the human experience has been marginalized. We have been told that we were unimportant in the cosmic drama when one considers the power of creation of the one God. But we now know as the global temperatures rise and glaciers melt from the burning of fossil fuels and the feedback mechanisms associated with the greenhouse effect:...

In this episode, we engage in a discussion about the preservation of forests with Chad Hanson, a research ecologist and director of the John Muir Project of Earth Island Institute and Maya Khosla, biologist and writer who actively documents and explores biodiversity of post-fire forests. They share their insights on the urgent need to protect giant sequoia forests and the misconceptions surroundin...

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of neon signs with Corrie Siegal, Executive Director of the Museum of Neon Art and neon artist-craftsman and educator Michael Flechtner. Discover the history, artistry, and cultural significance of neon as we discuss its evolution from a symbol of class and modernity to its outlaw status and eventual resurgence as a cherished part of Americana and...

In this episode, we journey into the profound world of art, storytelling, and connection with the remarkable Joy Harjo, the first Native American poet laureate of the United States. Through her insightful keynote from the 2025 Bioneers Conference, Harjo shares her experiences and wisdom on the importance of listening, creativity, and the interconnectedness of all beings. We also feature a discussi...

In this episode, we welcome back Danielle Stevenson, founder and Executive Director of the Centre for Applied Ecological Remediation (CAER), to explore the transformative potential of ecological remediation. We also feature clips of Merlin Sheldrake, the biologist and bestselling author of Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our World. He spoke at the 2024 Bioneers Conference, stressing how critically...

The Joshua tree is an icon and ecological keystone of the California deserts. However, climate disruption with hotter, drier summers and more frequent brush fires, threatens that some day soon Joshua Tree National Park will no longer have any Joshua trees. This interview was originally recorded in 2021, and the changing, heating, sweltering climate, with anomalous rainfall, parched, soaked, floode...

Urban beekeeping is forging new paths in Detroit. Nicole Lindsey and Timothy Paule Jackson of Detroit Hives are generating a lot of buzz working to create sustainable communities for people and pollinators by transforming vacant lots in the inner city into urban bee farms, educational apiaries, #greenspaces. Doing so in a way that uplifts long-term residents and doesn't lend to furthering gentrifi...

In this episode, we are joined by Indra Shekhar Singh, an independent writer and agricultural policy analyst who has dedicated his life to water conservation and indigenous water rejuvenation systems. Indra shares his experiences working with the renowned water advocate Rajendra Singh, known as the Waterman of India, to revive rivers and promote sustainable water practices. We explore the signific...

In this episode, we explore the La Tirana Festival, a vibrant celebration that intertwines primordial narratives and the history of Spanish conquest in the Atacama Desert of Chile. Join host Jack Eidt as he engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Rodolfo Andaur, a visual arts curator, and Osceola Refetoff, a Canadian American visual artist. Together, they delve into the cultural significanc...

Devil's urine. That's what Dupont employees called PFAS. These toxic, human made forever chemicals are now in the blood of almost every human on the planet. They are found in drinking water around the world, even Antarctica. And they are used in a broad range of consumer products, like non-stick cookware, stain-resistant clothing, waterproof items, dental floss, and even medical masks. These are o...

LISTEN to our discussion with the lead architectural designer for the firm Biotonomy [https://biotonomy.com/] using a holistic and Nature-based approach for buildings and cities to address the climate and biodiversity emergency. Rather than abandon crowded urban areas for sustainable living, great potential remains in re-envisioning buildings and cities in ways that work with, rather than against,...

In this episode, we are joined by acclaimed documentary filmmaker Rebecca Harrell Tickell, who shares her journey in environmental activism through her impactful films. We discuss her latest project, "Groundswell," which focuses on regenerative agriculture and the importance of healing our planet. Rebecca dives into her personal experiences with environmental challenges and her theory of change, e...

In this episode, we journey into the rich musical and cultural tapestry of Highland Peru with self-taught musician Rafo Nunjar Tovar. From the traditional sounds of the Andes to the vibrant celebrations that connect communities with their land, Rafo shares his insights on the significance of music, instruments, and rituals in Andean culture. Join us as we explore the interplay between sound, memor...

Capitalism in its current form is failing, here and globally. Rooted in inequity, exploitation, profiteering, and social injustice, capitalism exacerbates inequality, disempowerment, and poverty by benefiting only the few. In this show recorded in 2022, we interviewed Della Z. Duncan, Renegade Economist, who invited all to ponder what is the purpose of the economy? What is capital? What is value?...

According to the USDA, wheat ranks third after corn and soybeans with regard to its acreage, production, and farm receipts and is grown on roughly 37 million acres. Since its peak in 1981, wheat is now declining in acreage, down some 45 million acres which is perhaps the good news. Typically 1,000 acres in size, the average wheat farm is highly industrialized; as of 2020, some 150 different pestic...

The poetry of Matt Sedillo [https://www.mattsedillopoetry.com/about] -- a fearless, challenging and at times even confrontational blend of humor, history and political theory -- is at times a shot in the arm of pure revolutionary adrenaline. It also acts as a sobering call for the fundamental restructuring of society in the interest of people not profits. Passionate, analytical, humorous and above...

In this episode, host Jack Eidt delves into the groundbreaking archaeological discoveries at the Huaca Montegrande site in the Peruvian Amazon with guest Karen Gordon, an associate at ASICAMPE, the nonprofit Association for Scientific Research of the Peruvian Amazon [https://abundantearthfoundation.org/ancientcacao/]. They explore the ancient Marañon culture, their sophisticated agroforestry pract...

We embark on the first part of a series from 2024 by Jack Eidt spotlighting the Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth, and its rich yet troubled history with mining. We delve into the environmental and social impacts of mining in this region, the historical context of Latin American exploitation, and the legacy of colonialism and neoliberal policies. Featuring poignant quotes from loca...

In this episode, we re-air an interview from December 2025 with Abby Martin, a journalist and filmmaker known for her anti-imperialist vision. She has done on-the-ground investigative reports and documentary films in places like Palestine, Venezuela, the Amazon Rainforest. We explore the profound environmental impacts of U.S. militarism, connecting the dots between war and ecological devastation....

On this show we share a panel discussion put together by Pasadena California Climate Commons with leaders working at the intersection of technology, energy, and sustainability. Here they explore how the rapid rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping demand for water and power across modern data centers and what is being done to address it. Support the Podcast via PayPal https://www.paypal.com/...

As momentum continues to grow around the Land Back movement and Indigenous stewardship worldwide, the value of hearing from Elders who have long studied Indigenous traditions and lifeways, whether adopted or of their heritage, is a growing imperative. Their lived wisdom is essential, a gift and treasure for future generations, and continues the cycle of dynamic, intergenerational learning in the t...

Another Earth Day, and world ecosystems continue to face imminent danger from humanity’s ecological overreach and climate systems rapidly reaching the point of fossil-fueled no-return to the old predictable stable planet we once knew. Following the original 1970 theme of a national teach-in, promoting awareness of the acute problems, we must pose solutions to advance environmental sustainability,...