Will Johnston

Cash, Carbon, & Common Sense

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Cash, Carbon, & Common Sense is the podcast where money meets the environment. Hosted by Will, each episode breaks down big questions in environmental economics — from gas taxes to clean energy — with clarity, curiosity, and a little humor.

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Will Johnston

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Natural Gas: Comfort, Costs, and a Few Explosive Truths 03.12.2025 14:17

In this final episode of Cash, Carbon, & Common Sense , I explore why natural gas is so popular in U.S. homes, the dangers behind leaks and carbon monoxide, and whether local governments — including South Carolina — should regulate its use. You’ll learn the economics, science, and policy behind natural gas, plus one last fun fact to close the series.

Trash Incentives: How Economics Can Clean Up South Carolina 21.10.2025 15:26

In this episode of Cash, Carbon, & Common Sense , I explore how economics can clean up South Carolina’s waste problem — from global recycling incentives to local solutions. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and why cash might just be the key to a cleaner planet.

The Price at the Pump 11.09.2025 16:10

Description: Why does gas cost so much more in Europe than in the U.S.? In this episode, host Will breaks down the economics of gasoline taxes — exploring why European countries keep prices high, why the U.S. struggles with the idea of higher gas taxes, and what alternatives might actually work to cut emissions. Along the way, you’ll hear some fun facts about fuel, emissions, and the politics of t...