Possibly Podcast Episodes
What kind of turkey should I buy?
Today, we're talking turkey. With the holidays coming up, you can choose a bird that is free-range, organic, or conventional. But what’s the difference between them? And which type of turkey is best for the planet?
Nov 22, 2022 • 1 min 3 sec
What happened to the hole in the ozone layer?
When I was growing up, I remember hearing about a hole in the ozone layer. It was a big deal. But I don’t really hear about that issue anymore. Is the ozone layer still in danger, and what happened to the hole?
Nov 15, 2022 • 0 min 54 sec
Do I need to rake my lawn?
I have two huge trees in my yard and they dump a lot of leaves. Sometimes I wonder, what would happen if I just let those piles of leaves stay on the ground?
Nov 8, 2022 • 0 min 53 sec
What’s happening with the Great Barrier Reef?
The Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Australia, is large enough that you can see it from space. It’s home to thousands of types of sea creatures and protects the coastline from erosion. It's taken a beating over the years, but recently, I heard that the Great Barrier Reef is experiencing a comeback. So, what’s really going on?
Oct 31, 2022 • 1 min 4 sec
What should I do with my pumpkin after Halloween?
The weather is cooling, the leaves are changing, and all of my neighbors are putting pumpkins on their porches. It got me thinking, what is the environmental impact of all of these Jack O Lanterns?
Oct 25, 2022 • 0 min 56 sec
Should I compost my body when I die?
When a loved one passes away, we often just have two choices: burial or cremation. But there’s a new option in some states that claims to use less energy and resources.
Oct 18, 2022 • 3 min 45 sec
Does cloud computing use a lot of energy?
These days, I can log on to my phone and pull up a file that’s stored thousands of miles away. It’s pretty awesome. But does access to all of this remote data use a lot of energy?
Oct 11, 2022 • 1 min 5 sec
Why are we seeing so many wildfires?
We hear a lot in the news about wildfires these days - and it seems like there are more and more of them. Are there? And why?
Oct 3, 2022 • 0 min 53 sec
Is natural grass or artificial turf better for the environment?
Nowadays, many athletic fields have been converted from natural grass to artificial turf. Which made us wonder- which option is better for the environment?
Sep 26, 2022 • 0 min 55 sec
What’s the environmental impact of oyster farms?
I’ve been eating a lot of raw oysters lately. They taste so fresh and clean, and I can get them from local farms here in Rhode Island. But I’ve been wondering - what’s the environmental impact of growing all these shelled delicacies?
Sep 20, 2022 • 1 min 0 sec