In this episode, Bahamian communications specialist and journalist Vanessa Clarke shares powerful post-recovery stories 🌊. She provides insights from her reports developed through Climate Tracker’s Climate Justice Fellowship 🌎✨. These stories capture the trauma and triumph experienced by communities, revealing the profound and lasting impact of major hurricanes like Dorian on small islands—even five years later 💔🌪️.

In this episode, we’re joined by broadcast journalist and one of Climate Tracker’s climate justice fellows, Colvin Harry, as he shares his experiences with our Regional Director, Dizzanne Billy. 💬 Back in June, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines was one of the islands that felt the full force of what would later become the mighty Hurricane Beryl. 🌪️🇻🇨 Tune in to this latest episode to hear Colvin’s riveting tale and gain a deeper understanding of this powerful storm’s impact. 🎙️✨

In this episode, we get to know our fellow and Dominican Republic journalist, Carolina Pichardo. 🇩🇴🌿 Through this enlightening conversation with Hipolito Novelo, we dive into the intimate details of her two stories, highlighting how those in the agricultural sector are being impacted by climate change. 🌾 Don’t miss this insightful discussion about the real effects of climate change on everyday lives! 🎙️✨

🎙️ In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Belizean journalist and Climate Tracker mentor, Hipolito Novelo. 🌎 Joined by editor Gladstone Taylor, Hipolito delves into his inspiring journey into the world of media, sharing valuable insights from his experience. 📚 He offers thoughtful advice to listeners, touching on the skills and mindset essential for thriving in journalism. 🌿 Hipolito also provides best practices for both prospective and current fellows of Climate Tracker programmes, equipping them with the tools needed to succeed in climate journalism. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation!

🌎 In this episode, we spotlight the incredible work of Guyanese journalist Kemol King, a standout fellow from our Climate Justice Fellowship! 🎙️ Kemol shares his powerful experience reporting on the indigenous people of Guyana and raises the important question—are they truly benefiting from the carbon credit trade happening in the country? 🌱✨ Tune in to hear his insightful perspective on one of the most pressing climate justice issues in Guyana.

In this exciting episode, we’re joined by our climate justice fellow Delisa McLean, a skilled and certified journalist hailing from Jamaica 🇯🇲, also shares her experience of reporting on climate change for the very first time. As a devout Christian, she set out to explore the role of faith in fostering hope and sustainability within Jamaica’s religious institutions, with a special focus on Waltham Park New Testament Church ⛪. Don’t miss this inspiring discussion on the intersection of faith and climate action!✨ Tune in now! 🎧

In this episode, we’re thrilled to feature Richelle Mac-Nack, a reporter from Suriname and a valued member of our Climate Justice Fellowship 🇸🇩. Richelle shares her journey reporting on a compelling story from the Suriname Energy Oil and Gas Summit ⛽. She’s joined by Programme Officer Johannes Damodar Patak, and together they delve into their parallel journeys into journalism, having started their careers at the same time and place. Don’t miss their insightful conversation and Richelle’s captivating report! 🌟🎙️ Tune in now!

In this episode, we’re joined by The Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of the West Indies, Mona, who shares his expertise. We delve into how climate change is exacerbating the unpredictability and extremity of cold fronts, bringing heavy winds 💨 and higher sea levels 🌊 that cause coastal damage. Attribution science is emerging to ascertain the influence of climate change on these extreme events. 🌪️

The long-awaited Season Three of the Caribbean Climate Calabash podcast is here! 🎉🌿 In this episode, we feature a fellow from the 3rd cycle of our Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship, Jhaka Wooding – based in the British Virgin Islands but born in St. Lucia 🇻🇬🇱🇨. ✨ In the first few minutes, she shares her story of discovering and reporting on the Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease, which is currently ravaging the Caribbean’s reefs. 🐠💔 Tune in to learn more about her inspiring journey from studying environmental sciences to venturing into journalism and media. 🎙️📰

In this episode, we discuss Climate Tracker’s Climate Journalism Awards 🌍🏆. Our regional director, Dizzanne Billy, sits down with Candice Stewart, who won the award for best climate justice story – A look at period poverty experiences in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago 📜✨. They discuss the making of her powerful report on period poverty and the inspiration behind it.

In this latest episode, our conversation with the Climate Tracker Journalism Awardees continues as we chat with Laura Castillo, from the Dominican Republic 🎙️. Laura shares insights into making her award-winning story – “Transforming sargassum: From animal feed to building blocks and fuel”🏆 with LATAM journalism mentor Paula Diaz 🌎.

In our latest episode, we catch up with one of the five awardees from our Caribbean Climate Tracker Awards, Rubi Morillo, from the Dominican Republic🌟. Our LATAM fam and journalism mentor, Paula Diaz, chats with Rubi about her winning story – “Who pays the price of fashion?” 🏆 and her feelings on receiving the award 🌿.

In this latest episode we continue the conversation about Water from episode 20 with two special guests. Joining us for this episode are Dr Arpita Mandal(Senior Lecturer of Geology and Geography at UWI Mona & Hydrogeologist), and Dr Debbie Gordon-Smith(Lecturer of Chemistry at UWI Mona and Chemist specializing in water). They share with us some of the science they’ve become privy to as it relates to water in the Caribbean region, the projects they are working on and also some tips and insight for water conservation as drought looms for the summer months.

In this episode the editor Gladstone Taylor shares some news, and a few thoughts about season two, the new upcoming season, climate tracker Caribbean and even Mia Motley’s recent address at the UN general assembly.

In this episode of the Caribbean Climate Calabash, our program officer Johannes sits down with Dr. Sharda Mahabir- National Coordinator, GEF SGP Trinidad and Tobago. In this insightful installment, they discuss the looming potential for greater water scarcity in the region as the climate heats up and becomes more dry. They also discuss tips for everyday households to implement to help restore the micro climate in their homes as well as building resilience for scarcity.

The Island Innovation Co are a group working to assist with building resilience through sustainable development for island regions like the Caribbean. In this episode we share a humorous and interesting conversation with Island Innovation’s James Ellsmoor about what sustainable development looks like in different regions, how to deal with climate change denialists and more.

In this episode we catch up with our Climate justice fellowship alum, Bahamian Journalist and Opportunities editor at the International Center For Journalists, Deandre Williamson. She shares her recent experiences, stories she’s been editing for the paper in Bahamas and her time as apart of the UN’s Reham Al-Farra (RAF) Memorial Journalism programme.

In this episode we share some laughs and pouts with one of our very own podcast colleagues Global Yaadie. Spearheaded by Dainalyn Swaby, the global Yaadie podcast looks at climate change, sustainable living and advocacy of marginally impacted groups. This week she shares some of her COP28 experiences and more

📅 This week’s episode features a chat with journalists from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 about the recent oil spill in Tobago. Joining us are Kalain Hosein, Kandace Jackson, Christianne Zakour, and Ryan Bachoo. 🎙️ Tune in to unravel the tale of Tobago’s enigmatic oil spill.

🌍 Amanda Magnani, a COP28 Climate Tracker fellow and extraordinary journalist, takes us on a journey back to her experiences during and after last year’s COP28. She interviewed several key sources, including Climate Tracker’s Chris Wright, discussing the genesis of Climate Tracker, the irony of hosting COP28 in a petrol state, and more. Don’t miss out! Tune in! 🎙️

In this episode, we chat with journalist and fellow Stefanie Lauchman about the aftermath of COP28, her stories about indigenous people in Suriname, and more. Stefanie also shares her perspective from the collaborative piece featuring Candice and Samuel, examining the mental health implications of climate change on indigenous people, especially. 🎙️🌍

In Climate Tracker’s latest Community hangout, Climate Diplomacy Advisor Kristin Qui and Journalist Kalain Hosein share their thoughts on how COP28 concluded. They provide their final analysis, moderated by Climate Tracker’s regional director, Dizzanne Billy. Tune in for this insightful session! 🌍🔍

🌍 Candice and Samuel, two exceptional journalists from Climate Tracker’s Climate Justice Journalism fellowship, are bringing your insights in this episode! They’re sharing the findings from their collaborative report on the impact of Climate Change on the mental health of Indigenous or First people. 📰💡 Joined by the seasoned broadcast journalist and Climate Tracker Journalism Mentor, Hipolito, these dynamic storytellers shed light on the lesser-heard tales of indigenous people, exploring the effects in both Jamaica and Guyana. 🇯🇲🇬🇾 Tune in for a compelling conversation that goes beyond the headlines! 🎙️✨