This past July, Earth reached the hottest temperature since record-keeping began, according to the U.S. National Centers for Environmental Prediction. And the record-breaking temperatures are impacting everything from our bodies, to our food supplies to the habitability of the planet. Meanwhile, Texas Governor Abbot recently signed legislation prohibiting lo ... Show More
Apr 25
All In America with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani
We’re sharing a bonus episode of Chris’ sit-down with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for a special edition of “All In.” In this town hall special, held at the Bronx Children's Museum, they discuss how Mamdani has been able to speak to people on both sides politically, his vis ... Show More
43m 56s
Nov 2022
We Name Hurricanes, Why Not Heat Waves?
We’re talking about heat in this episode. That might strike you as a bit odd, especially if you live in the northern hemisphere where summer’s long gone by now. But it’s easy to put out of your mind that the Earth is getting hotter in the winter, too. Extreme heat from climate ch ... Show More
23m 4s
Aug 2023
Lives, Livelihoods, and the High Cost of Heat
<p>This summer, unrelenting heat waves have taken a devastating toll in many parts of the world, putting this year on track to be the hottest ever recorded.</p><p>Coral Davenport, who covers energy and environmental policy for The Times, and Dana Smith, a reporter for the Well se ... Show More
35m 24s