Climate to Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast

In this powerful episode, guests Amanda Subish and Ivan Sam share Indigenous perspectives on climate resilience, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), and environmental leadership in the San Diego region. From stories of adaptation to wildfire and drought, to reflections on cultural ceremony, language, and land stewardship, this conversation invites listeners to rethink what it means to live in respectful relationship with the Earth. Tune in for insights on tribal sovereignty, community partnerships, and a meaningful call to action rooted in Indigenous leadership.

CREDITS 

Guests: Amanda Subish and Ivan Sam

Host: Molly Saruwatari  

P...

Duration: 00:25:57

CREDITS

Guest: Ashleigh Skarshaug

Hosts: Saturn Salama

Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama

Editor: Elden Cadena

Research: Saturn Salama

Script: Daphne Nguyen

Music: Marios Panousos

Climate to Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is an initiative of the CSUSM Climate Action and

Sustainability Center. The podcast is advised by faculty from the Environmental Studies

Program and the Philosophy Department in the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and

Social Sciences. Climate to Action is produced at Inspiration Studios on...

Duration: 00:14:22

In this bonus episode of Climate to Action, host Alex talks with CSUSM chemistry professor Dr. Haleh Keshtkar about the principles and promise of green chemistry. They explore how this innovative approach rethinks chemical design to reduce harm to people and the planet. From biodegradable materials to safer solvents, Dr. Keshtkar explains how green chemistry can drive climate solutions—and shares an inspiring message for students ready to make a difference.

CREDITS 

Guest: Dr. Haleh Keshtkar

 

Host: Alex Sandoval    

Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama   

Editor: E...

Duration: 00:08:22

In this episode, hosts Molly and Alex talk with Rebecca Lewis, Scotland and Northern Ireland Manager for Buglife UK, about the power of citizen science in the fight against climate change. Rebecca shares how climate change is impacting invertebrates and the ecosystems they support, and how everyday people can take action through hands-on conservation. Listeners will learn about Buglife’s work, the role of insects in ecosystem resilience, and how to get involved—wherever they live.  

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Nicola Lewis Adegoke. 

 

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Guest: Rebecca Lewis ...

Duration: 00:24:14

In this inspiring episode, hosts Molly and Alex talk with Ali Mariko Dressel—climate justice advocate, performer, and marine conservationist—about the powerful role of art in the fight against climate change. Ali shares how performance, storytelling, and Indigenous knowledge can transform climate anxiety into connection, action, and healing. Tune in to hear how immersive theatre builds emotional resilience, why millennials are a key audience, and how creative expression can drive collective change.

CREDITS

Guest: Ali Mariko Dressel

Hosts: Alex Sandoval and Molly Saruwatari

Pr...

Duration: 00:30:42

In this episode, Climate to Action host Alex talks with CSUSM chemistry professor Dr. Haleh Keshtkar about the basics of climate change. They cover key terms like global warming, greenhouse gases, and green chemistry, and explore how we can respond through mitigation and adaptation. Dr. Keshtkar also shares a hopeful call to action for students and listeners to make a difference.

CREDITS 

Guest: Dr. Haleh Keshtkar

 

Host: Alex Sandoval    

Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama   

Editor: Elden Cadena 

 

Research: Abdul Majid Abdu...

Duration: 00:59:54

Guest: MacKenzie Elmer, Voice of San Diego, and Kori Suzuki, KPBS

Hosts: Saturn Salama and Alex Sandoval

Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama

Editor: Elden Cadena

Research: Aritzel Melchor and Alondra Mendoza

Script: Daphne Nguyen

Social Media Content Creators: Yulissa Hernandez Aquino, Gabriella Peña

Music: Marios Panousos

Climate to Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is an initiative of the CSUSM Climate Action and Sustainability Center. The p...

Duration: 00:08:17

CREDITS

Guest: MacKenzie Elmer, Voice of San Diego, and Kori Suzuki, KPBS

Hosts: Saturn Salama and Alex Sandoval

Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama

Editor: Elden Cadena

Research: Aritzel Melchor and Alondra Mendoza

Script: Daphne Nguyen

Social Media Content Creators: Yulissa Hernandez Aquino, Gabriella Peña

Music: Marios Panousos

Climate to Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is an initiative of the CSUSM Climate Action and Sustainability Center. The podcast is advised by faculty from the Environmental Studies P...

Duration: 00:59:26

CREDITS

Introduction by: Saturn Salama

Hosts: Katie Brienen and Buchanan Kidd

Producers: Katie Brienen, Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama

Editor: Cristian Alvizo, Katie Brienen and Elden Cadena

Social Media Content Creators: Elden Cadena

Music: Marios Panousos

Climate to Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is an initiative of the CSUSM Climate Action and Sustainability Center. The podcast is advised by faculty from the Environmental Studies Program, the Philosophy Department, and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Department in the College of Humanities, Arts...

Duration: 00:15:22

CREDITS

Guest: Adrienne Fusek, Director of In Good Company

Hosts: Kaiden Luna De La Fuente and Molly Saruwatari

Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama

Editor: Elden Cadena

Research: Kaden Campbell

Script: Briel Delaney, Mark Germundson, and Molly Saruwatari

Social Media Content Creators: Briel Delaney, Gabriella Peña, and Saturn Salama

Music: Marios Panousos

Climate To Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is an initiative of the CSUSM Climate Action and Sustainability Center. The podcast is advised by faculty f...

Duration: 00:25:21

CREDITS

Guest: CSUSM History Professor Ibrahim Al-Marashi

Host: Alex Sandoval

Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama

Editor: Elden Cadena

Script: Maira Lis Mendez and Daphne Nguyen

Social Media Content Creators: Ene Angon, Marina Duran-Perez, Yulissa Hernandez Aquino, Natalie Mendez-Greenwood, Sage Minor, Gabriella Peña, Alex Sandoval, and Abigail Velasquez-Gonzalez

Research: Abdul Majid Abdul Majid

Music: Marios Panousos

Climate To Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is an initiative of the CSUSM Climate Action and Sustainability Center. The podcast i...

Duration: 00:27:21

Climate To Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is a new climate crisis podcast dedicated to climate action, Indigenous knowledge, and climate justice.

LISTEN wherever you get your podcasts, follow us on IG and X, @ClimateToAction, and contact us at ClimateToAction@csusm.edu.

We're excited to contribute to important climate discussions and action opportunities.

Credits

Hosts: Mayra Ramos, J.J. Sanchez, and Darby Sward

Guest: CSUSM Professor Gabriel Valle

Producers: Katherine Brienen, Marios Panousos, and J.J. Sanchez

Editors: Katherine Brienen, Marios Panousos, and J.J...

Duration: 00:18:30

Climate To Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is a new climate crisis podcast dedicated to climate action, Indigenous knowledge, and climate justice.

In episode 2, we visit with Rowdy Keelor, of New Roots Institute, to discuss the effects of factory farming on the environment, factory farmed animals, and global warming.

LISTEN wherever you get your podcasts—and follow us on IG and X @ClimateToAction.

We're excited to contribute to important climate discussions and action opportunities.

CREDITS

Hosts: Anali Flores and Azaria Martins

Guest: Rowdy Keelor, New Ro...

Duration: 00:30:54

Climate To Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is a new climate crisis podcast dedicated to climate action, climate justice and Indigenous knowledge.

Join us for our first episode, "Climate Justice and Indigenous Knowledge," featuring our guest, Professor Dina Gilio-Whitaker.

LISTEN wherever you get your podcasts—and follow us on IG and X @ClimateToAction.

We're excited to contribute to important climate discussions and action opportunities.

Contact us at ClimateToAction@csusm.edu.

CREDITS

Hosts: Michael J. Giles and Macaire Sites

Guest: Dina Gilio-Whitaker, author and CS...

Duration: 00:52:06

Climate To Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is a new climate crisis podcast dedicated to climate action, climate justice and Indigenous knowledge. We're excited to contribute to important climate discussions and action opportunities. Join us and follow us on IG and X @ClimateToAction.

CREDITS

Hosts:

Anne DabbJ.J. Sanchez

Guests:

Juliana Goodlaw, CSUSM Director, Sustainability and Climate JusticeJordain, CSUSM studentAlex, CSUSM studentDr. Shannon Switzer-Swanson, CSUSM professorKatie Cezo, CSUSM professorSage, CSUSM studentMadelyn, CSUSM studentDr. Carl Kemnitz, CSUSM provost

Interviewers:

Michael J. GilesItzia MuñozJ.J. Sanchez

Editing:

A...

Duration: 00:14:23