Dec 17, 202543 minS1
Have you heard the news? A new report has found that Earth has officially crossed its first global tipping point . But what does that actually mean for our future? Are we past the point of no return? Short answer: no...
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The Hopeful Environmentalist
Hosted by Taylor Ganis · science · EN
About this Podcast:
Previously known as the Angry Environmentalist, our host, Taylor Ganis, has re-branded to the Hopeful Environmentalist with a mission to spread more hope in the climate space; because with hope and community, all things are possible. Climate change is here, and it's already wreaking havoc on millions of people from around the world. The Hopeful Environmentalist Podcast provides educational and hope-based discussions with incredible environmentalists and storytellers to both educate and empower us all to become change makers. Together, we can continue our journey towards a better world, while using our hope (and sometimes millions of other intense feelings) to guide us. This podcast is for EVERYONE, and we encourage those who may be new to the environmental space to reach out with any questions! Follow us on instagram @hopeful_environmentalist REMINDER: Hope and action MUST go hand in hand. Without action NOW, there is no hope. So take a listen to this
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What is The Hopeful Environmentalist about?
Previously known as the Angry Environmentalist, our host, Taylor Ganis, has re-branded to the Hopeful Environmentalist with a mission to spread more hope in the climate space; because with hope and community, all things are possible. Climate change is here, and it's already wreaking havoc on millions of people from around the world.
Who hosts The Hopeful Environmentalist?
The Hopeful Environmentalist is hosted by Taylor Ganis. The show has published 52 episodes to date.
What has The Hopeful Environmentalist covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Earth Crossed its First Global Tipping Point: What This Means and Why Hope Remains" (17 December 2025, 43 minutes), "We Are All The Earth: A Conversation With Hila The Earth" (11 November 2025, 25 minutes), and "The Ethical and Ecological Impacts of Factory Farming" (28 October 2025, 45 minutes).
How often does The Hopeful Environmentalist publish?
The Hopeful Environmentalist publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 41 minutes across 52 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Hopeful Environmentalist?
Booking probability for The Hopeful Environmentalist is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Hopeful Environmentalist requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Hopeful Environmentalist's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Hopeful Environmentalist?
The strongest fits for The Hopeful Environmentalist are Advocacy & Social Causes. The Hopeful Environmentalist has a science audience.
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Taylor Ganis hosts The Hopeful Environmentalist, a science podcast with 52 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Nov 11, 202525 minS1
In this episode, host Taylor Ganis interviews the Earth herself, Hila. We dive into the story behind becoming the Earth, how we can open our minds to the nature around us (including in urban environments), and how art...
- Oct 28, 202545 minS1
In this episode, host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with Thom Norman, Co-founder of FarmKind , to discuss the ecological and ethical impacts of factory. We look at how we can transition to kinder food system that prioritizes...
- Oct 14, 202548 minS1
In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with Lilly Woodbury, to take a deep dive into the all things plastic. From waste colonialism (if you're sitting there thinking, wtf is waste colonialism, then take a...
- May 5, 202542 minS1
In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with communications strategist, filmmaker, and author of the recently published book, Haiku and Hope, Maggie Dewane. We delve into the importance of storytelling and...
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- Nov 25, 202432 minS1
Factory farming is a notoriously cruel practice; but did you know that it also impacts both people and the planet? In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, talks with the Senior Director of the Humane League, Mia...
- Oct 7, 202433 minS1
Climate change is wreaking havoc on our world - from melting glaciers, to more intense storms. But did you know that climate change is also coming for our food and wine? In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits...
Episode #45
Supporting 'ecopreneurs' and activating young people to take action on the climate crisis
Sep 17, 202453 minS1SOA’s Chief Program Officer Brandon Levy brand ON (he/him) Ensuring ocean and environmental solutionists have the funding they need to turn their innovative ideas into action, is a critical part of fighting the climate...
Episode #44
How Hollywood can combat climate silence
Jun 4, 202441 minS1How do the movies we watch and the shows we binge help normalize having conversations about climate change (hint hint, you can find the answer to this in the episode)? In this episode, I speak with the Editor-In-Chief...
Episode #43
Women's Empowerment is a Climate Solution
Apr 15, 202449 minS1Women in leadership is a climate solution. In this episode, our host, Taylor, speaks with the founder and executive director of the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), Osprey Orielle Lake, to dive deeply...
- Apr 8, 202452 minS1
Have you ever wondered how the natural world and mental health are connected? In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, speaks with Pamela Lowell, a licensed therapist, to discuss this very question, while also diving...
- Mar 25, 202453 minS1
What do sustainable landscape design, tomatoes, rainwater harvesting, and humor have in common? They’re all discussed in this episode with our incredible guest speaker, Daryl Lindsey! We dive into a variety of hot...
Episode #40
Rights of Nature: How Ecuador's Constitutional Court Set a Precedent for Forest Protection
Mar 18, 202444 minS1Have you heard people talking about Rights of Nature and wanted to learn more about it? Well, you’re in luck! In this episode of the Hopeful Environmentalist, our host, Taylor, sits down with Liz Downes from the the...
Episode #39
Youth vs Government: How Youth Activism and Legal Action Are Changing the World for the Better
Feb 7, 202444 minS1Have you ever wondered how an environmental court case works? Or maybe you're wondering how youth can get involved in environmental law. In this episode, our host, Taylor Ganis, sits down with the Assistant Dean for...
- Oct 26, 202347 minS1
In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Sebrena Rhodes to discuss the environmental injustices plaguing her community and their fight for justice. We discuss environmental racism, the impacts of industry and...
- Oct 16, 202347 minS1
What do forest fires and colonialism have in common? As it turns out, a lot. In this episode, I speak with forest fire researcher, Jessika McFarland, about how colonialism impacts the forest fires we see today, what a...
- Oct 10, 202342 minS1
What is the correlation between extinct bananas, COP28 events, building community, and documentaries? The correlation is that these things are all discussed in this exciting episode! In this weeks episode, Taylor speaks...
- Sep 4, 202316 minS1
How does wildlife filmmaking positively impact wildlife conservation? In this episode, our incredible guest speaker, Kaush, discusses the answer to this question, while also providing advice to anyone interested in...
- Aug 28, 202335 minS1
Have you heard people talking about the High Seas and the High Seas Treaty? Well, what exactly is it and why do the High Seas matter? Tune into this weeks episode to hear from the brilliant Director of the High Seas...
- Apr 17, 202325 minS1
What is Disability Justice and what are the connections that it has to Environmental Justice? In this episode, I speak to disabled activist and attorney, Marissa Ditkowsky , on the intersections of disability justice...
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Steve Smith
President, Founder, Business and Executive Coach, Management Team Trainer, University of Oxford’s Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment
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Tzeporah Berman
co-founder and international program director, Fossil Fuel Non‑Proliferation Treaty Initiative
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Mia Fernyhough
Humane League
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Michael P. Hoffmann
Cornell University
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