Culture and Coexistence into the Great Unknown
EcoJustice Radio airs parts of a Emmy-nominated documentary “First People Kumeyaay” from Explore San Diego, originally on KPBS in 2014. It features multiple Kumeyaay Nation folks as well as several academic scientists. We also will hear the story from the Kumeyaay tradition, ‘Coyote and The Rabbit’ as told by Stan Rodriguez.
Imagine a world where everything you need—schools, groceries, parks, and even your favorite coffee shop—is just a 15-minute walk, train or bike ride away. This is not a distant dream; it’s the revolutionary concept of the 15-Minute City, a topic with serious challenges and prominent detractors.
John Roulac, Founder of Nutiva and Executive Producer of the recently premiered documentary film, Common Ground, advocates more profitable and earth-friendly ways to grow nutrient-dense food, draw down carbon to address climate chaos, and return our rivers to their natural blue appearance: regenerative agriculture.
Check out this excerpt from a mythological-inspired short story how about how the night sirens came alive when Aldous moved to a new apartment in a rough neighborhood, told with inspirations from both the Brothers Grimm and Native American styles with a nod to the Greek mythological sirens of Odysseus.. Written by Jack Eidt, called “Aldous and the Banshees.” It was published in Space Sirens Volume 9 from the Santa Barbara Literary Journal. Buy the book with an incredible line-up of authors on Amazon.
Celebrate the solstice with a story that intertwines the magic of the Nutcracker with the urgency of environmental and climate action. Jack Eidt reads from his short story ‘Nutcracker and the Shapeshifter,’ a re-imagined classic that dances to the tune of environmental and social justice. Featuring a blend of fantastical characters and real-world issues, this episode of Eco Justice Radio is a call to action, wrapped in the wonder of a holiday tale, set to the enchanting music of Tchaikovsky’s ballet. Enjoy this tale of rebellion, peace, and the power of the natural world.
Coastal communities face complex challenges from rising seas. Los Angeles Times Journalist Rosanna Xia joined EcoJustice Radio to discuss her latest book, California Against the Sea, which covers personal stories to innovative policy ideas like wetland restoration, managed retreat, and the need for long-term thinking on climate adaptation. Tune in for an insider’s perspective on the high-stakes battles over sea level rise.
Clean Energy expert, Dustin Mulvaney from San José State University, argues that contrary to claims by industry, renewable energy projects like wind and solar are not facing major permitting delays due to environmental rules and regulations. He explains how proactive planning and siting have streamlined approvals, while transmission has faced grid issues. Indigenous activist Lydia Poncé argues for the necessity of environmental justice provisions, and that proposed permitting reforms could weaken protections for vulnerable communities.