The Eco-Perspectives Podcast

Episode 0: The Eco-Perspectives podcast inspires and empowers the next generation of environmental leaders by exploring innovative solutions and practical advice with leading figures in the environmental sector, with a focus on youth involvement and impact.

Episode 1: In the inaugural episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Lisa Gautier—CEO of Matter of Trust.org—about the experiences that shaped her passion for environmental conservation, as well as current climate issues and what Matter of Trust is doing to combat them. We also talked about recent developments in environmental innovation, with an underlying focus on the significance of youth in catalyzing impact.

Episode 2: In the second episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Lofty-John Anywanwu about his grassroots movement for water activism in Nigeria. We also explored the challenges he encountered while driving environmental reform in Nigeria, and actionable insights for youth interested in similar projects.

Episode 3: In this episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Adam Moussa—an environmental innovator in Lebanon. We discussed his renewable energy innovations in refugee camps and primary healthcare centers, as well as his environmental education initiatives in Lebanese public schools. We also considered the main challenges faced by changemakers in Lebanon and the MENA region, and how to overcome them.

Episode 4: In this episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Juliana Bachtizina about her solar-energy charity for rural areas, and the challenges she faced while establishing it. We also highlighted the role of networking for youth-led social impact, and effective strategies to obtain mentors for specific projects.

Episode 5: In this episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Cherry Sung—an environmental activist in South Korea—about her work to democratize environmental education for marginalized communities through her international youth-led organization 'Greener is Cleaner' and as the Chairperson of the National Environmental Education Center Youth Steering Committee. We also talked about the various challenges associated with youth environmental advocacy, and the power of collaborative youth action on impacting institutional decision-making regarding climate action.

Episode 6: In this episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Emily Zhu about her experiences as the founder of the Sustinere Organization, as well as her work on youth engagement with JJ Ecofriends. We also explored how to make a meaningful impact in one's community, and relevant opportunities to utilize for aspiring environmental changemakers.

Episode 7: In this episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Harold Xue—a student studying Environmental Science and Applied Math-Economics at Brown University—on the early experiences in China that shaped his interest for environmental science. We also discussed the impact of political polarization on climate policy and legislation, and how we can use interdisciplinary fields like statistics to tackle pressing topics within climate research.

Episode 8: In this episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Athiya Junaid—an aspiring architect and sustainability advocate in Dubai—on her experiences as a speaker at various environmental conferences as well as an entrepreneur in sustainable fashion. We also discussed gender inequality within the construction industry, and the importance of networking for youth.

Episode 9: In this episode of The Eco-Perspectives Podcast, I talked with Carolyn He about her work to reduce paper consumption in school worldwide through her organization 'A Sustainable Future', as well as her research to model the effects of organic waste disposal on different environmental indicators, which was used to pass a bill to advocate for more organic waste disposal. We also discussed how youth can overcome imposter syndrome and work within their community to initiate their journey in social and environmental impact.