From the Ground Up

This episode has two segments. We also hear briefly about the impacts of oil and gas activities on Alberta farmers who have legal support from EcoJustice, and then we explore recycling in Saskatoon (and area) with Ann Goulding of SK Recycles (skrecycles.ca). She explains the organization’s role in building stronger recycling systems in Saskatchewan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Join us for a special conversation with Mark Bigland-Pritchard as he reflects on 10 years of hosting and co-hosting From the Ground Up . Mark shares memories, lessons, and highlights from a decade of conversations about climate, community, and the people working for a more sustainable future. We wish Mark well on his future endeavours! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Dr. Kimberlee Dubé talks to Daniel about the stratosphere, the science behind it, and what that has to do with climate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, you get two new episodes of FTGU! This episode originally aired on September 16, 2026, but was missed being uploaded on the podcast feed. Our apologies for the delay! In this episode, Michael speaks with Erin Greer, a Saskatoon-based Counsellor, about the psychology of climate change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark and Bill Darnell talk about the past and present of Greenpeace: "a network of independent organisations that use peaceful, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems, and develop solutions for a green and peaceful future." For more information, please visit: https://www.greenpeace.org/international/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode explores fossil fuel-related issues in Saskatchewan and Alberta. We’ll look at the costs and risks of extending coal-fired power generation in Saskatchewan, including a summary of a recent Pembina Institute report. Then, we’ll hear from Albertans living with the impacts of orphaned oil and gas wells, and fighting back on the industry's legacy with Ecojustice's support. Hosted on Acast...

Join us for Part 2 of our discussion on AI and data centres in Saskatchewan. Hear directly from Saskatoon residents as they share their concerns and perspectives about the presence of data centres in our province. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Victoria Ng of the Public Health Agency of Canada has been monitoring the effects of climate change on mosquitoes - and the diseases they transmit - since 2004. She joined FTGU to talk about some of the changes she's seen over her career, and her work in forecasting the future. For more information on the TIMO-CS citizen science project, visit https://letstalkscience.ca/outreach/uwindsor/local...

Join us for a two part discussion on data centres in Saskatchewan. For part one DiLynn and Taya join us from Regina to talk about their organization No Data Centres on Treaty Land and their work with Saskatoon. In a coming episode we will hear from the residents of Saskatoon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wanna be a snoopy neighbour? James Wilt is the Policy Development Manager at Climate Action Team in Manitoba, and he shares what is happening with Manitoba's energy policy. Learn about what is being done to improve sustainability in Manitoba. To learn more, please visit: https://climateactionmb.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us to learn from Caylin - a Climate Justice Saskatoon member - about Saskatoon's most recent Climate Action Strategy Engagement report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shawn Sanford Beck is a GreenSpirit Chaplain, a Candidate for the Order of Ministry in the United Church of Canada, and a Spiritual Exploration guide at St. Andrew's College in Saskatoon, Treaty Six Territory. Shawn has been involved with eco-spirituality and green theology for the past two decades. Shawn has sown the seeds of eco-spiritual practice wherever he goes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

We return with Part 2 of our conversation with Jesse Cardinal, of Keepers of the Water, and Nancy Greyeyes about Indigenous-led water protection, oilsands contamination, climate impacts on northern watersheds, and the growing movement to defend water for future generations. Tune in for an important conversation on environmental justice, Indigenous stewardship, and why protecting water matters to u...

In this episode, Sherry and Nancy speak with Jesse Cardinal of Keepers of the Water about Indigenous-led water protection, oilsands contamination, climate impacts on northern watersheds, and the growing movement to defend water for future generations. Tune in for an important conversation on environmental justice, Indigenous stewardship, and why protecting water matters to us all. For more informa...

We once again join Mark Bigland-Pritchard and Mitchell Beer in the conclusion of this three-part conversation about the first year of a Mark Carney government, and it's influence on environmental policies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of a 3 episode discussion with Mitchell Beer, Founding Publisher of the Energy Mix, about the first year of the Mark Carney government and their climate and energy policy changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To mark a year of the Mark Carney government, (our own) Mark talks with Mitchell Beer of the Energy Mix over 3 episodes about all the changes in climate and energy policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen in on the discussion with Mark and Sherry about the most recent report, the Global Electricity Review 2026, from Ember. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harold Pexa and Amy Snider are applicants in the court action focusing on climate change, fossil gas, and Charter rights. Meet the Saskatchewan residents who are fighting for people's right to life and the security of the person in an ever changing environment. For more information on this legal case, please visit: https://www.sustainablesask.ca/court-action.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

This week Dr. Murray Opdahl of CAPE talks about the impact of coal on community health. For more information, please visit: https://cape.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Amber Fletcher, a leading environmental sociologist at the University of Regina, about climate change impacts on rural communities, gender equity, and social resilience on the Prairies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Amber Fletcher, a leading environmental sociologist at the University of Regina, joins us to explore how climate change impacts rural communities, gender equity, and social resilience on the Prairies. Tune in for a two-part conversation on community-driven solutions, climate justice, and what it will take to build a more equitable and sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Journey to New Zealand and learn about their politics with a Green Party Member of Parliament, Francisco Hernandez. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rena Namago, Refugee and Migrant Rights Policy Officer with Citizens For Public Justice, joins us today to talk about refugee and migrant rights and how that relates to climate change. Rena Namago is also a contributor to CPJ's new book, which is out this month on March 17th, called: A Renewed Canadian Welcome: Eleven Visions from Migrants and Advocates. For more information, or to order the book,...

Mitchell Beer, founding publisher and managing editor of The Energy Mix, returns to our show to discuss current events and how they are affecting climate policies around the world. Please check out Mitchell's website: https://www.theenergymix.com/author/mitchellbeer/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.