Gender & Climate

It's time to celebrate: As we gather for the 50th and final episode of Gender & Climate, it's time to celebrate the impact we've made together! What began as a simple idea rooted in my master's thesis has blossomed into a powerful platform. In this podcast we amplified voices from around the world, exploring the deep connections between gender and climate change. In this episod...

We're starting into summer with an exciting and truely insightful episode! Tune in and learn about the interconnection of Gender, Climate, Sustainable Finance and Private Sector Engagement! In this episode we are delighted to welcome Henriette Kolb, at IFC, as our guest. IFC, the International Finance Corporation, is a member of the World Bank Group and largest global development institution focus...

In these times of multiple crises, it is hard to keep up with the good news and your personal energy to strive and fight for a better world. (I feel you!) That is why we talk about hope in this episode. My guest in this episode is a scientist and an extraordinary storyteller. With Brigitte Bernard-Rau, we talk about the power of stories, why hope matters in these times, and how we can create chang...

Climate Change, crops and carbon credits In this episode Ankita Garg spots light on these aspects and much more. We talk about smallholder Farmers, agricultural practices and highlight solutions rather than problems. Ankita is Co-Founder and COO of Varaha, a ClimateTech Startup pioneering nature-based solutions to uplift smallholder land stewards' incomes. We shed light on sustainable practice...

Welcome Osprey Orielle Lake as guest of this episode. Osprey is the founder of Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) , a solutions-based, multi-faceted organization working towards global climate justice. Annika and Ospreay talk about Climate Justice, Ospreys new book "The Story is in Our Bones" and how to best take action despite grieving our collective loss in terms of n...

In this episode we look at a crucial question: Who bears the brunt of climate change? Join us as Fiona Doherty looks at how children are disproportionately affected by extreme weather events. We confront ourselves with the complexities of this challenging issue and highlight the urgency of understanding and addressing its far-reaching consequences. In this episode we look at the links between extr...

As we bid farewell to another remarkable year, it's with immense gratitude that we look back on the incredible journey we've shared. Throughout the past year, our podcast has been graced by an array of exceptional guests, each bringing their unique perspectives and stories to the forefront. We had a whole wonderful variety of amazing guests. Despite their varied backgrounds, each voice added a dis...

Diversity and equal participation are of essential importance for the robust, sustainable, and future-oriented growth of a stable economy and society. Not only at COP28 but throughout the whole year W20 does discuss aspects on how to achieve this. It's our honor to welcome Patricia Tatto as a guest on the podcast: Patricia is part of the Mexican delegation at Women20, the official engagement g...

In this conversation Annika talks to Christophe Hodder. Christophe is the UN Climate Security and Environmental Advisor to Somalia at the UN Environment Programme. He is the world's first Climate Security Advisor to a peacekeeping mission in Somalia and has been at the forefront of some of the world's most important events, including leading the response against the Ebola outbreak in West...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Geder & Climate," where we explore the interconnection of Gender and Climate Change and how to achieve international Climate Justice. Today, we have a remarkable guest who has been at the forefront of a financial revolution that's changing lives and markets alike. Join us as we dive into the world of Orange Bonds with Natasha Garcha, the S...

Policies shape various aspects of our world. In order for them to support building a climate just world for all they need to be adjusted to the needs of various people. In this episode Romana Jungwirth Březovská and Adela Syslová share about the Future of Gender-Climate-Policies focussing especially on the Czech Republic. While discussing the positive and negative aspects of policies, Czech polici...

Today we have Dr. Anne Karpf on the podcast, sharing about her book "How Women Can Save the Planet", her family background and what made her write that book. A research book for people who don't know anything about the Gender-Climate-Nexus. Anne is Professor of Life Writing and Culture at the London Metropolitan University, a writer, sociologist and experienced public speaker. She ha...

If you enjoy this episode, ⁠buy me a coffee ⁠ to show your support - it means the world to me! 💧 Trigger warning: This episode contains passages that deal with gender-based violence and sexual exploitation. Today we have Mandana Hendessi on the podcast, sharing about the connections of gender, migration and displacement with references to climate security. Mandana is a social development professi...

In this episode Sylvia Kezengwa shares how the Innovation Center of the UN World Food Programme creates Climate Justice through innovation. Businesses like AirBnB, Uber or Facebook have been disruptive and changed the whole market. With the UN WFP Sylvia looks for innovations to creating gender and climate justice. Sylvia is a development professional with a passion for creating social impact towa...

In this episode Sarika Kulkarni shares about indigenous wisdom, how tribes can influence climate justice and what we can learn from them. In this episode we talk about the role that indigenous communities play in the gender-climate-nexus. We therefore are happy to welcome Dr. Sarika Kulkarni from India as our guest speaker today. After an amazing memorable stint as an academician she became an ent...

More than 600 million people in Africa live on less than 2 dollars a day. Classic economic initiatives often harm the environment. Aid projects end when the money is spent – new projects need new money. That's reality and hard facts. In this episode Annika interviews Till Wahnbaeck, the founder of impacc - a Social Business that thinks it was a Venture Capital firm. Impacc finds, supports and...

With todays episode we celebrate World Women's Day 2023, and fight for a Climate Just World! Our guest today is Katherine Lucey , who has been actively campaigning for gender equality and climate justice for more than 14 years. Her social business, Solar Sister, bridges the gap between empowering women and contributing to a greener world. These women are leaders in climate action by bringing g...

Europe's energy situation has been exacerbated by the war in Ukraine. So, alongside the climate crisis, we have an energy crisis that affects everyone: businesses, individuals, hospitals, etc. Energy is a fundamental element of our world and simultaneously largely responsible for climate change. In this episode, Annika talks to Aurore Dudka about how the lack of energy impacts people different...

Yeaayyy - we're kicking off 2023 with an exciting and bold episode! We're talking about feminism, how everyone is crucial in order to achieve gender justice and why our economic systems are exploitative they way they work nowadays. Long story short, our guest on the blue sofa today is Julie Nelson. Julie Nelson is a luminary in the field of "Feminist Economics". She is an emeritu...

Kicking off the year the year with a call of charity and swarm intelligence: an iPhone was found with my Gender & Climate Sticker in the cover! At this point, thank you to the loyal fan ♥! I hope we can find you and return your phone to you. Contact me at podcast.gender.climate@gmail.com . I look forward to hearing from you! Wishing you all a great year 2023. It will be a good one! *** If you...

In this episode Annika is wrapping up of what has happened so far, and making a deep dive on the interconnection of Gender and Climate. The year is coming to an end, Christmas is around the corner and in most cultures, this is a very special time. With this in mind we wish you a very happy and merry Christmas time and an amazing, healthy and energizing start into a new hopeful and prosperous year....

⚡ How can data help us to create a more sustainable world? ⚡ ⚡ How does Field Data support saving lives? ⚡ ⚡ How do people all over the world collaborate for more accurate data sources? ⚡ Climatic effects strongly affect humans all over the world. In today's episode Anand Nair and Andrea Ruzo speak about the necessity of data when designing human-centered projects and how their company t...

⚡ Why would you say are female led businesses in India important to tackle the climate crisis and how do they do that? ⚡  What does it mean to "promote rural entrepreneurship"? ⚡ How do you see women in an active role in order to establish resilient and sustainable social businesses? In todays episode we praise the power of Impact Entrepreneurship and discuss what it means to promote...

The Gender & Climate Podcast turns one year! Let us celebrate that special day with a special episode. In today's birthday episode, we take a look behind the scenes at how this podcast came about and what's involved. In this episode Annika shares her story of becoming a podcast host, how she came here and what's her ambition for doing it. Tune in for a special kind of birthday part...

⚡ Why is public transportation important when talking about climate change? ⚡ To what extent are women, men and queer people affected differently by public transport? ⚡ How to make public transport a harassment-free experience? In todays episode we dive into the topic from a new angle namely public transport. The fact that public transport is necessary on the path to climate transformation, but...