Where The Climate Things Are

In this episode, Addie sits down with Peyton Thomas - a biologist and competitive trail runner whose work explores the connections between aquatic ecosystems, climate change, and community. From growing up in Atlanta and confronting inequities in access to green space, to building a career that bridges research and running, Peyton shares what it means to navigate multiple identities while staying...

Climate Strides Returns to Central Park! We are excited to announce *five* Climate Strides events at NYC Climate Week. Addie talks about the upcoming events, what to expect and how to get involved. Thanks to Protect Our Winters who came on board as the presenting sponsor for these activations. Hope to see you there!

This week, I spoke with  Emma Mary Murray  — textile artist, place-based educator, and environmental storyteller stitching climate realities into fabric, flags, and community. Emma joined me from Mount Desert Island, Maine, where she’s somehow managing to maintain a thriving career as an artist while teaching full-time. Her work is rooted in craft and kinship: an approach that blends personal ritu...

This week, we are joined by Emme Hayes - former fashion designer, backcountry guide, and the founder of Articles In Common, a resale marketplace reshaping outdoor culture through circularity and climate advocacy. Emme joined me just days after we met - because sometimes you have a conversation so powerful, you need to keep it going. She brings a rare dual perspective: both insider experience from...

This episode was recorded live at TrailCon during the panel Sustainability, Stewardship and Climate Action in Trail Running. It brought together four powerful voices from across the outdoor and climate worlds: Gerard Vila (Kilian Jornet Foundation), Rory Fuerst Jr. (Keen Footwear), Kelly Newlon (Real Athlete Diets), and Scott Jurek (ultrarunner + Protect Our Winters). From cleaning up PFAS in glob...

For this episode, I sat down in person at TrailCon with Kristina Randrup—an ultrarunner, wildlife ecologist, and PhD student at the University of Washington studying blue whale populations. Kristina joined me just after winning the 18K at Broken Arrow Skyrace to talk about her lifelong relationship with ecology, her early start in ultrarunning, and what it means to split your life between rigorous...

For this episode, I spoke with Fabrice Perrin , the Director of Sports, Community and Sustainability at UTMB, the world’s largest trail running event series. We sat down in Olympic Valley the day before the start of Western States (which he was preparing to run) to talk about the new sustainability policies UTMB is implementing across its Mont Blanc races, what it means for athletes and organizers...

For this episode, Addie sat down with Maddie Hart - a trail and ultra runner, environmental consultant, and the founder of  Hart Athletic Co. , a new sustainability consulting initiative for endurance events. Maddie is based in the Bay Area (shoutout to the Pacifica trails and the iconic Taco Bell Cantina) and joined me to talk about her path from skiing and horse riding to 100-mile ultras, the st...

For this episode, I spoke with Jordan Wright, a strategic communicator, creative campaigner, and storytelling force behind POW Europe (Protect Our Winters). Jordan is based in West Wales - yes, the land of rocky coastlines, cold surf, and long, rainy winters - and she joined me to talk about the path from brand designer to climate campaigner, what it's like to organize across 10+ European team...

This week we welcome Isaias Hernandez, aka Queer Brown Vegan, to the podcast. Our conversation explores Isaias's journey into environmentalism, their childhood experiences, and the importance of climate literacy. Isaias shares their 'aha' moment regarding climate change, the struggles with representation in the environmental space, and the founding of their media platform. We talk abou...

Addie is joined this week by Maggie Lemere, a documentary filmmaker and storyteller, as she shares her journey into the world of climate awareness and environmental storytelling. She discusses her background in human rights and how it intersects with environmental issues, her experiences growing up surrounded by nature, and the importance of storytelling in connecting people to climate issues.  We...

This week we welcome Zoe Young to the Where The Climate Things Are podcast! In this episode, we explore the intersection of climate change, storytelling, and community action. Zoe shares her journey as a climate writer and her experiences with The Nature Conservancy, emphasizing the importance of nature-based solutions and the power of storytelling in communicating climate issues. We talk about: ...

This week, Addie is joined by the team behind Better Trail - Jenny Abegg and Katie Oram. They discuss the founding and mission of Better Trail, a platform dedicated to promoting sustainability in outdoor gear. They share personal experiences that shaped their views on climate change, the importance of transparency in brand practices, and the need for educated consumers in the outdoor recreation sp...

This week, Addie shares the substack post "An Urgent Call To Action" on WTCTA's Substack and discusses how we can all get involved in raising our voices together. Important links! POW's Campaign Link to take action POW's social post Original WTCTA substack post Keywords climate advocacy, public lands, clean energy, outdoor community, political engagement, Protect Our Winners,...

Paddy O’Leary on the pod! We discuss the recent Climate Strides event in San Francisco, reflecting on the importance of community engagement and interactive storytelling in climate advocacy. We also explore Paddy's background, his journey from Ireland to becoming a professional trail runner and community organizer, and the significance of connecting people through shared experiences and discus...

We are joined this week by Kelly Newlon of RAD Boulder (Real Athlete Diets), a professional chef and athlete manager with a commitment to sustainability and environmental advocacy. She discusses her early influences, her culinary background, and the pivotal moments that led her to focus on feeding endurance athletes around the world. Kelly also highlights the importance of working with purpose-dri...

Join me for a short solo episode (!!) that's one part level-setting, one part future-visioning and one part me laughing at my typos on Substack. Enjoy!

This week, Timothy Lock joins the podcast to share his journey growing up on the coast of Maine, falling in love with the outdoors and eventually becoming an architect focused on ecological design. He discusses his deep connection to nature, shaped by his experiences in Acadia National Park, and how these moments influenced his commitment to climate action. We talk about: His career in low-emissio...

This week, Jon Jon Moore Palacios joins the podcast to discuss his journey as a writer and communicator in the climate space, sharing insights on his academic experiences, the importance of honesty in environmental discourse and the need for proactive engagement in climate action. Our conversation emphasized the intersection of personal identity and environmental issues, highlighting the stakes in...

This week we welcome Mina Guli to the pod. Mina shares her unique journey from a background in law and finance to becoming a water advocate and ultra runner. She discusses her pivotal moments of realization regarding the global water crisis and how she uses her running as a tool for advocacy.  We talk about: the importance of storytelling in raising awareness and driving change her personal evolut...

Climate Strides co-facilitator Brittany Blitzer joins the podcast to reflect on the recent event focused on climate action, discussing her personal experiences with climate change, the innovative design of the event, and the importance of movement in fostering meaningful conversations. We explore how to create inclusive spaces for dialogue and the potential for future collaborations in the outdoor...

In this episode of the Where The Climate Things Are podcast, Jr Rodriguez shares his journey as a mestizo filmmaker and adventure photographer, discussing his background, his awakening to climate issues, and his passion for outdoor recreation.  We talk about: Growing up in Houston and witnessing environmental inequity firsthand Working in adaptation and resilience efforts The role of people-centri...

RT on the pod! Join us for a bonus episode recounting a recent trip to New Zealand.  We talk about: Ryan’s coverage of and takeaways from the Tarawera race The country’s general approach to conservation and outdoor access A double bonus topic: exploring Middle Earth  Links Ryan’s Instagram   Tarawera race Freetrail race coverage Redwoods in NZ River, mountain, forest personhood in NZ   Māori cerem...

In this conversation, Rae Oquirrh Dial shares her journey of personal transformation, environmental awakening, and entrepreneurial spirit. From her childhood experiences in nature to her profound realizations about climate change, mental health and grief, Rae discusses how these elements have shaped her identity and work. We talk about: Her love of nature stemming from a free-range childhood  Co-f...

This episode features Khanh Vu, a humanitarian affairs and climate and environmental protection professional who is also a surfer and climber. Khanh Vu shares more about her upbringing in Vietnam, her various experiences that deepened her bond with the environment, and her wide-ranging career in humanitarian work, including her newer focus on the intersection of humanitarian work and climate impac...