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Jan 2021
28m 57s

FreshEd #180 - Education In Times Of Cli...

FreshEd with Will Brehm
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Special note: New episodes start next week! School students all over the globe have declared a “Climate Emergency.” For some time now, youth have been striking for immediate and effective action to stop global warming and secure the habitability of our planet. Greta Thunberg is perhaps the most recognizable student protesting. You’ve probably seen her movin ... Show More
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