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Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis

Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis

De: Michelle Lewis
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In a world where climate change remains the most pressing issue threatening our global society, it can be hard to find hope, but this podcast aims to do just that. Host and Director of the Outer Banks Environmental Film Festival, Michelle Lewis, community organizer, filmmaker, and professor, and public theologian has candid conversations with other artists, activists, and environmental leaders from around the world who are doing there part to spread awareness and hope in the midst of this crisis with their work.


This is the official podcast of the Outer Banks Environmental Film Festival. To learn more about the festival or to buy tickets to this years festival visit www.OBXEFF.com


This is a Hermit House Original Podcast. This podcast was Executive produced by Colin Harden and Michelle Lewis.

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Episodios
  • What Are You Really Wearing? Unveiling the Importance of Sustainable Fashion w/ Jeff Garner, Director of 'Let Them Be Naked'

    What Are You Really Wearing? Unveiling the Importance of Sustainable Fashion w/ Jeff Garner, Director of 'Let Them Be Naked'
    Jun 13 2025
    Michelle Lewis hosts Jeff Garner, an Emmy award-winning filmmaker and sustainable fashion designer, on her podcast 'Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis.' They discuss Garner's new documentary 'Let Them Be Naked,' highlighting the harmful effects of synthetic fabrics and dyes on health and the environment. Garner advocates for natural fibers and transparency in fashion production. They also talk about Garner's design process, his motivation from his late mother, and the importance of raising awareness among consumers. Garner aims to inspire change through his film by emphasizing the significant role of mothers in making sustainable choices for their families.

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    22 m
  • Feminist Climate Advocacy w/ Frances Roberts-Gregory

    Feminist Climate Advocacy w/ Frances Roberts-Gregory
    May 23 2025
    In this podcast episode of 'Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis,' Michelle interviews Francis Roberts Gregory, a feminist political ecologist and environmental anthropologist. Francis shares her journey from her eco-conscious upbringing by a single mother in rural North Carolina and Georgia, her formal education in environmental science, to her extensive work in environmental justice. She discusses her research on black and indigenous women's navigation of environmental issues, participation in UN climate negotiations, and her involvement in ecofeminist coalitions. The conversation touches on environmental racism in North Carolina, her transformative experiences of studying abroad in South Africa, and her ambitions in climate policy advocacy. Both discuss the significance of mentorship, resilience in the face of challenges, and the importance of community and authentic connections in fostering hope. The episode reflects on topics ranging from the personal impacts of environmental injustices to the collective efforts needed to drive meaningful climate action.

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    36 m
  • Green Faith: Susannah Tuttle's Journey to Eco-Justice

    Green Faith: Susannah Tuttle's Journey to Eco-Justice
    Apr 11 2025
    In this podcast episode titled 'Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis,' hosted by the Outer Banks Environmental Film Festival, Susanna Tuttle, the Director of the Eco-Justice Connection for the North Carolina Council of Churches, shares her journey and work in environmental and climate justice. Susanna discusses her background, including her upbringing in California and Wisconsin, her education in ecological ethics, and her work at the Council promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy in congregations. She also talks about the importance of truth-telling and advocacy in the climate movement, highlighting the role of youth activists. Emphasizing the need for inclusive, interfaith efforts in environmental stewardship, Susanna shares her vision for addressing climate issues through community and systemic change, targeting the church, the crown, and corporations as pivotal areas for accountability and reparative action.

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    42 m
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