Is It Hot Enough For Ya?

Nnennaya invited the Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers to give us a global perspective on what the climate fight looks like around the world, specifically Nigeria. The chairman of the NIEE, Dr.Ngozi Nwogu, and the executive director at the Jason-Jesse International School, Uche David-Uche joined us to talk about their efforts involving the youth in climate justice work , the events they’ve hosted, and the impact they are making even with a lack of governmental and further monetary support in their work. For the final episode of Season 3, we want to sincerely thank the NIEE for joining us on “Is It Hot Enough For Ya?’ and we’re very excited for the work they do and we are so grateful to be able to share that with our listeners! Connect with our guests here: [email protected] & [email protected] What a perfect end to an eventful season! Thank you all for all your support for Season 3. Season 3 was written and recorded by Nnennaya Ihejirikah and edited by Taylor Ganis!

This week on "Is It Hot Enough For Ya?" join Nnennaya & Climate Auntie Raya Salter for a special episode ft. fellow youth climate activist, Isaac Vergun. Raya, with over two decades of experience as an environmental lawyer and activist, has been a leading voice in environmental justice. Despite facing belittlement, she remains a true climate hero. Isaac Vergun, 1 of 21 plaintiffs in Julianna v. Gov, featured in the Netflix documentary "Youth v. Gov," and co-founder of the non-profit climatechangerecovery.org, joins me in interviewing Raya for an insightful conversation. Together with Nnennaya, they delve into Raya's experiences, including her viral moment when U.S. Representative, Clay Higgins called her out of her name during testimony. Don't miss Episode 5, "Empowering Youth Activists in Congress. Facing Belittlement for Environmental Justice," available now. Stay tuned for Raya's upcoming podcast, "Tea with Climate Auntie." Connect with our guests: https://www.rayasalter.com. @vvergunn & @climateauntie on instagram

Climate Action Game Designer and Environmental Engineer, Katie Patrick is back for episode 4 of IIHEFY season 3. She's not just the mind behind the How to Save the World Podcast, but also the author of the game-changing book, "How to Save the World — How to Make Changing the World the Greatest Game We've Ever Played." Forbes has crowned it one of the top 5 books in social entrepreneurship, and the United Nations considers it essential reading for anyone embarking on digital transformation. In Episode 4, Katie shares her incredible journey and we are so grateful to have had the opportunity to interview Katie and learn more about the trailblazing work she has been doing. Connect with our guest: https://katiepatrick.com

For Season 3, Episode 3, Nnennaya interviewed performing artist and climate scientist, Dr. Debanjana Das. Assistant Research Scientist at Howard University's NOAA Center in Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology. She leads research projects on climate extremes, and global climate change, conducting numerical experiments using global models, and their implications for climate justice. Her latest research paper, "Tropical Cyclonic Energy Variability in North Indian Ocean: Insights from ENSO," has recently been accepted for publication. Beyond scientific research, Dr. Das also worked in stage and film production as an artistic director, choreographer, and executive production designer for a number of notable Indian movies. She obtained her Ph.D. and Master's degree from the University of Calcutta, India. She engages in research projects fostering collaborations with faith-based indigenous communities and the Weather Water Enterprise. She integrates her scientific expertise with her artistic abilities, utilizing dance as a powerful medium to facilitate climate conversations and promote dialogue about climate justice. Nnennaya connected with Dr. Das last fall after she shared her expertise on climate modeling with her Global Climate Change class. They ended up speaking on the amount of climate scientists/ researchers actually involved in activist/law-making spaces. They expanded on this and more in episode 3: The Disconnect between Climate Scientists and Climate Activists. Thank you so much to Dr. Das for joining us this season on ‘Is It Hot Enough For Ya?’ Connect with our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-debanjana-das-8a0ab24a

  Sheet1For Episode 2, We have well-awarded Architect and Educator Nea Maloo. As a professor at Howard univeristy, Nea Maloo's pioneering approach to multidisciplinary education inspires the next-generation of AEC leaders to create an inclusive and high-performing built environment. She redefines the architectural curriculum, removes barriers in professional practice, and expands contributions to the community. Her Professional practice in design, innovative partnership with industry stake holders pushes the built environment forward towards environmental justice with health and decarbonization for every design. She designs with empathy and function to create a long lasting sustainable architecture. Connect with our guest, Nea Maloo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nea-maloo-faia-noma-leed-ap-icc-a4ab1a14a/ Thank you to Destiny Henderson, 3rd year Architecture Student for asking Nea Maloo questions, connect with her: [email protected]

Kicking off Season 3, we have Kendra Wiley, who was The First Black Woman Legislative Director of the Deparment of Energy & Environment in DC and current Legislative Director for Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker. With her we have Clarissa Smith, Smith is a junior Howard University environmental study major and legal communications minor with a future in environmental law. 'Is It Hot Enough For Ya?' Season 3 focuses on pairing our guests with other climate focused youth who are pursuing their field. Connect w/ our guests: Kendra- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendrawiley/ Clarissa- https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarissa-smith-35018422a/ *Note for listeners: This episode was recorded in the fall of 2022 and some situations may have changed*

Sanjana and Benny talk all things climate justice and the role of technology and engineering in the fight for environmentally just world. 

Stephanie Young and Mary-Liz talk all things voter mobilization, voter access justice, and the importance of engaging young people in civic action.

Climate change is a crisis that disproportionately impacts communities of color. And yet, the mainstream environmental justice movement is largely white. Through his work at Green 2.0, Andrés Jimenez is fighting to diversify the environmental movement on the ground and on the hill. Roshan and Andrés talk all things climate justice and why the movement must be diversified to be truly equitable. 

Our Climate Florida Field Organizer Cat Fernandez sits down with Kristy Drutman of BrownGirlGreen to talk all things climate justice, community building, and the importance of uplifting marginalized communities most impacted by climate change.