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Wildfire
EcoJustice Radio

Rising from the Ashes: Wildfire Resilience for Los Angeles and Beyond

In the face of devastating wildfires, Los Angeles is grappling with the urgent need for wildfire resilience and sustainable development. On this episode of Eco Justice Radio, host Jack Eidt delves into the complexities of wildfire management and community preparedness with two insightful guests—Rick Halsey of the California Chaparral Institute and indigenous activist Lydia Poncé.

Mark Steven Greenfield, Black Madonnas
EcoJustice Radio

Revolutionary Icons: The Power of Black Madonnas and Folk Saints with Artist Mark Steven Greenfield

Join us in this EcoJustice Radio episode featuring the art of Mark Steven Greenfield, whose work delves into the African American experience, historical stereotypes, and social justice. Discover his two thought-provoking series, HALO and Black Madonna, which re-imagine influential Black figures as saintly icons and challenge the narratives of white supremacy.

Montegrade, Peru, Origins of Cacao
EcoJustice Radio

Montegrande: Ancient Amazonian Temple Reveals World’s First Cacao Cultivation

EcoJustice Radio host Jack Eidt spoke with Karen Gordon, an associate at ASICAMPE, the nonprofit organization dedicated to scientific research in the Peruvian Amazon. They explored the significance of Montegrande, a site that has revealed traces of cacao in 6,000-year-old ceremonial pottery vessels, making it the oldest known monumental temple site in Peru.

Imperialism in Latin America
EcoJustice Radio

Simón Bolívar, the Monroe Doctrine, and US Intervention in Latin America

In today’s complex geopolitical landscape, understanding the historical roots of U.S. intervention in Latin America is more crucial than ever. This podcast episode investigates the enduring impact of the Monroe Doctrine, a policy that has shaped U.S. foreign relations for nearly two centuries. Host Jack Eidt features a discussion between Yale historian Greg Grandin and journalist Michael Fox to unravel the intricate web of history, politics, and ideology that continues to influence the region.