A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? Joining Kit Marie is their London Regional Hub Manager colleague, Lochlann Atack. They discuss identity, inequality, and the unique challenges and opportunities of supporting climate action in London schools. From borough-led strategies to empowering governors and parents, Lochlann shares how collaboration and local knowledge are key to building lasting change. WATCH this chat: https://youtu.be/67zVX_OyfFk Lochlann is based at UCL’s Climate Action Unit. With a background in philosophy and teaching, he brings a passion for social justice and systems thinking to his work. Also in this episode: football stadium quizzes, maps, and reflections on how we frame climate action. Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - Climate Ambassadors (https://climateambassadors.org.uk) - Guinness Storehouse (https://www.guinness.com/en-gb/experiences/guinness-storehouse) - Economic overheating (https://www.centralbank.ie/consumer-hub/explainers/what-does-overheating-in-the-economy-mean) - Lives on the Line (https://jcheshire.com/featured-maps/lives-on-the-line/) - Atlas of the Invisible (https://www.atlasoftheinvisible.com) - StadiumGuesser (https://www.stadiumguessr.app/) Connect with Lochlann via the Climate Ambassadors London Regional Hub team's email (found at https://climateambassadors.org.uk/get-involved/) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-green-47650535/) ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit https://geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation - Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: https://share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #ClimateAmbassadors #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Geography #Education #EnvironmentalEducation #LondonSchools #CommunityEngagement #UrbanGeography #ClimateChange #GreenLiving #GeographyTeacher #Podcast #SocialJustice #SchoolLeadership

Coffee & Geography 5x17 Lochlann Atack (London Regional Hub Manager)

A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? Joining Kit Marie is their Yorkshire and Humberside Regional Hub Manager colleague, Ruth Green. They discuss the joys and challenges of nature-connected parenting, the importance of sustainability education, and her passion for music. Ruth shares her journey from growing up in the Lake District to her current role as a regional hub manager for the Climate Ambassadors Scheme, balancing her work with raising three young children. Ruth give sage advice about how schools can learn from each other when taking climate action. Ruth is passionate about sustainability, education, and science, with over 10 years of experience as an educator before joining the University of Leeds. She brings her love for nature and music into her work, inspiring others to connect with the environment and take meaningful climate action. Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - Climate Ambassadors (https://climateambassadors.org.uk) - Merlin Bird ID App (https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org) - 'Where the Forest Once Stood' by Julie Hare (https://www.literacyshed.com/store/p49/WhereTheForestOnceStood.html) - Kenning method (https://www.poetryfoundation.org/education/glossary/kenning) - The potential of religion for Earth Stewardship (Hitzhusen & Tucker, 2013) (https://esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1890/120322) - Case studies of education settings taking climate action through the Climate Ambassadors scheme (https://climateambassadors.org.uk/case-studies/) Connect with Ruth via the Climate Ambassadors Yorkshire & Humberside Regional Hub team's email (found at https://climateambassadors.org.uk/get-involved/) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-green-47650535/) ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit https://geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation - Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: https://share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #SustainabilityEducation #NatureConnected #Parenting #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalAwareness #MusicLovers #Geography #ClimateAmbassadors #Podcast #GreenLiving #CommunityEngagement #Yorkshire #LakeDistrict #Education

Coffee & Geography 5x16 Ruth Green (Yorkshire & Humberside Regional Hub Manager)

A special on-location episode recorded at Oxford Brookes University for the Geographical Association Annual Conference 2025 (https://geography.org.uk/events-cpd/ga-annual-conference-and-exhibition/). Part of our season-long special focusing on #ClimateAmbassadors, Kit Marie explores the multitude of talks, workshops, resources and exhibits that focused on climate action in the education sector and how the #GeographyTeacher community can use their knowledge, expertise and passion to drive real change in their education settings. WATCH this special episode over on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PMwo_b3E8nU 00:30 Introduction 01:55 Immesive VR experiences (Birkbeck, University of London) https://www.bbk.ac.uk/news/climate-learning-with-virtual-reality 03:30 Powerful resources for cross-curricular climate education (Dr Andrew Lee, University College London) 09:30 Rivercraft - A #Minecraft Education tool on flood management (Susie Syme, Environment Agency) https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/lessons/rivercraft-2 15:38 Using GIS with the National Education Nature Park (GA ICT SIG - see https://www.youtube.com/live/AM8gYNDo4V4 for the full session) 21:46 Using Climate Ambassadors for careers education (GAConf25 #Teachmeet) 26:22 Megawatt - a card game promoting energy literacy (Miguel Trenkel Lopez, CurieUs Games) https://megawatt.game/ Geography specialists and climate action in schools - workshop supported by Climate Ambassadors: 28:07 Context, climate action plans and the role of the sustainability leads 33:54 How the Sister Projects can support efforts 36:27 #ClimateAmbassadors and their role (Aideen Foley and Claire Gilbert) 38:30 Example of meaningful and impactful local climate action through the #Geography currculum - mapping trees in Lurgan (Alistair Hamill, Lugan College) 52:20 Using Climate Ambassadors to embed careers education in the Geography curriculum 55:22 Designing a sustainable school activity 57:04 Next steps for Geography specialists - becoming climate literate through local contextual data and becoming or supporting the Sustainability Lead 1:01:05 Chat with Juanita Shephard from the Department of Education 1:06:25 Some other highlights from the Conference (Environment Agency, Emma Rawlings Smith, Hina Robinson, Julia Tanner) 1:10:56 Final thoughts ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit https://geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation - Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: https://share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts.

Coffee & Geography 5x15 Climate Action at the Geog Association Annual Conference 2025 #GAConf25

A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? Joining Kit Marie based in the East of England is Stephanie Gilliver, discussing the beauty of Norfolk's Broads, the critical role of sustainable finance in driving positive change, and her passion for heritage apple trees and cider making. WATCH this chat over on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WgmHUBmdzgE Stephanie is the Head of Responsible Investing at Virgin Money Investments, where she focuses on helping people achieve good financial outcomes with the potential to use their money as a catalyst for positive change. She shares insights on the importance of sustainable finance and how it can support climate action. Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - Climate Ambassadors (https://climateambassadors.org.uk) - Octopus Energy (https://octopus.energy/friend-referral/) - Strumpshaw Fen (https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/strumpshaw-fen) - Sustainably Support for Education: Funding (https://www.sustainabilitysupportforeducation.org.uk/funding) - DfE guidence on climate action plans and sustainability leadership in schools (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/sustainability-leadership-and-climate-action-plans-in-education) - Kate Raworth's Doughnut Economics (https://www.kateraworth.com/doughnut/) - Newton’s Space Saplings; can you give them space to grow? (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/newtons-space-saplings-can-you-give-them-space-to-grow) - Mother Tree - how green are your finances? (https://www.mymothertree.com/) - Earth Day (https://www.earthday.org/) Connect with Stephanie via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-gilliver-741141128/) ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit https://geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation - Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: https://share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #SustainableFinance #NorfolkBroads #ClimateAction #HeritageApples #GreenTravel #RenewableEnergy #EnvironmentalEducation #NatureLovers #ClimateAmbassadors #Podcast #Geography #ClimateChange #EcoFriendly #GreenLiving #CommunityEngagement

Coffee & Geography 5x14 Stephanie Gilliver (East-based Climate Ambassador from Virgin Money)

A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? Joining Kit Marie based in the London region is Chris Churchman, discussing the hidden green spaces of London, the critical importance of soil health in offsetting climate change, and his solo 400-mile walk from Lowestoft to Pembrokeshire to raise climate awareness. Chris is an ex-landscape architect and the director of cquester, a company focused on the importance of sequestration in driving towards net zero. He shares insights on the value of nature-based solutions and the often-overlooked role of soil in climate mitigation. Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - Climate Ambassadors (https://climateambassadors.org.uk) - Green Ground Map by Helen Illis (https://greengroundmap.com) - National Food Strategy (https://www.nationalfoodstrategy.org) - Fenland Soil Partnership (https://fenlandsoil.org.uk) - cquester (https://www.cquester.co.uk/) Connect with Chris via LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-churchman-a956531ba/) ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit https://geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation - Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: https://share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #ClimateChange #Sustainability #SoilHealth #GreenSpaces #London #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalAwareness #NatureBasedSolutions #NetZero #CarbonSequestration #SoloWalk #ClimateJourney #Podcast #Geography #ClimateEducation

Coffee & Geography 5x13 Chris Churchman (London-based Climate Ambassador from cquester)

A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? Joining Kit Marie based in the East of England is Adrian Ferraro, discussing his journey as a Climate Ambassador, his work with The Bioasis, and his passion for ethical tourism and conservation education. WATCH this episode over on YouTube: https://youtu.be/i3f8mStUrbo Adrian shares insights into his latest venture, The Bioasis, a low-carbon residential adventure programme aimed at igniting planet-positive behavioural change in schools and organisations. He talks about his experiences in ethical tourism, having run an overseas school expedition company that took over 8000 young people to destinations like Ghana, Venezuela, Israel, and the Himalayas. Adrian also discusses the importance of respecting local cultures and environments, and how tourism can be a force for good when done responsibly. Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - #ClimateAmbassadors (https://www.climateambassadors.org.uk) - Owens Organic Coffee (https://www.owenscoffee.com) - Crew's Brew and Devon Air Ambulence (https://www.daat.org/news/articles/2024/10/fuel-our-crew-when-you-buy-our-brews/) - 'Shadow Cities' by Robert Neuwirth (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/196503.Shadow_Cities) - Kit's chat with students they took on a fieldtrip to the USA (https://soundcloud.com/geogramblings/coffee-geography-s01e22-usa-2012) - STC Expeditions (https://www.thestc.co.uk/) - The Bioasis (https://www.thebioasis.com/) - National Education Nature Park (https://educationnaturepark.org.uk) - Learning through Landscapes (https://www.ltl.org.uk) - Soul of the City Gospel Choir Exeter (https://www.soulofthecity.co.uk/) Connect with Adrian via LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-ferraro-18048814/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebioasis) === About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit https://www.geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) === How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #CoffeeGeogPod #Sustainability #EthicalTourism #ConservationEducation #CommunityEngagement #GreenSkills #ClimateHope #WildernessExperience

Coffee & Geography 5x12 Adrian Ferraro (SW-based Climate Ambassador from The Bioasis)

A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? Joining Kit Marie based in the East of England is Amelia Grigg, discussing her journey as a Climate Ambassador, her role as a Sustainability Officer at Central Bedfordshire District Council, and her passion for environmental stewardship and climate education. WATCH this chat on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZA7oGovY9Gk Amelia shares insights into her work with tree planting projects, climate education for schools and council staff, and the importance of sustainability in local governance. She also talks about her experiences in educational outreach, her love for outdoor swimming, and her creative hobbies like pottery. Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - Climate Ambassadors (https://www.climateambassadors.org.uk) - Can't See The Wood for the Trees: Rethinking Rainforest Sustainability (https://www.tutor2u.net/geography/blog/cant-see-the-wood-for-the-trees-rethinking-rainforest-sustainability-by-kit-marie-rackley) - Central Bedfordshire District Council Sustainability Initiatives (https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/168/sustainability) - Earthwatch Tiny Forests (https://earthwatch.org.uk/program/tiny-forest/) - Eco-Schools (https://www.eco-schools.org.uk) - Sheffield Showroom Workstation (https://www.showroomworkstation.org.uk/) Connect with Amelia and the sustainability team at Central Beds District Council at begreen@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #ClimateEducation #SustainabilityOfficer #TreePlanting #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalStewardship #EcoSchools #GreenSkills #ClimateAmbassadors #CommunityEngagement #ClimateHope #ClimateResilience #UrbanForestry #Biodiversity #ClimateChange #GeographyEducation #YouthEmpowerment #ClimateSolutions #LocalGovernance #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAdaptation

Coffee & Geography 5x11 Amelia Grigg (East-based Climate Ambassador from Central Beds Council)

A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? A special 'side-step' episode as Kit Marie welcomes back previous #CoffeeGeogPod guest and Espresso co-host Alistair Hamill, discussing his innovative and inspiring approach to teaching climate change through a citizen science GIS project, linked to Northern Ireland's Shared Education programme. WATCH this discussion over on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z9RuM_AVmhU Alistair and Kit Marie talk about the importance of teaching climate change as a safeguarding issue and how Alistair devised a GIS project for pupils in the Craigavon area to collect and display data on the quality of trees. This project connects students with the local council, giving them a voice in local decisions and fostering a sense of agency and hope. This is not a discussion to be missed! Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - Climate Ambassadors (https://climateambassadors.org.uk) - Alistair's CoffeeGeogPod episode which includes discussion on the importance of Northern Ireland's Shared Education (https://soundcloud.com/geogramblings/coffee-geography-s02e11-alistair-hamill-northern-ireland) - How schools can treat climate change as a safeguarding issue (https://geogramblings.com/2024/12/14/empowering-schools-linking-climate-action-to-safeguarding/) - ‘What counts’ as climate change education? Perspectives from policy influencers by Greer & Glackin (https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10165333/1/Greer%20and%20Glackin_2021_%27What%20counts%27%20as%20Climate%20Change%20Education_Greer%20and%20Glackin_2021.pdf) - Shared Education in Northern Ireland (https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/articles/shared-education) - Introductory video to the urban tree survey citizen science project (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5Z98f8r75Y) - Full video of young people from Lurgan College and St Ronan's College, Lurgan sharing their thoughts on the citizen science project (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alistair-hamill-4aa60b99_in-january-i-had-the-privilege-of-taking-activity-7301555512192446464-1m7w/) Connect with Alistair via Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/ahamill.bsky.social) and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alistair-hamill-4aa60b99/). ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation Follow us on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #ClimateEducation #CitizenScience #GISProject #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalEducation #Sustainability #UrbanHeatIsland #TreeSurvey #SharedEducation #StudentVoice #ClimateAmbassadors #CommunityEngagement #ClimateChange #GeographyEducation #YouthEmpowerment #ClimateHope #ClimateAgency #ClimateSafeguarding #ClimateCrisis #ClimateSolutions #BETTUK2025 #GoogleEducation

Coffee & Geography 5x10 SharedEd Sustainable Futures & Climate Citizen Science with Alistair Hamill

A season-long special of the podcast interviewing #ClimateAmbassadors up and down the country! Why did they become Ambassadors? How can they help communities and education settings to take climate action? Joining Kit Marie based in the East of England is Dr. Adrian Cooper, discussing his journey as a Climate Ambassador, his work with the Felixstowe Community Nature Reserve, and his passion for public engagement with conservation spaces. WATCH the discussion over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1aVRwGYIUg Adrian shares insights into his role as the founder and chair of the Felixstowe Community Nature Reserve, where he encourages local residents to allocate parts of their gardens or allotments for wildlife-friendly activities. He also talks about the importance of fair trade, his love for 70s music, and his experiences with public broadcasting. Some links to things mentioned in the chat: - Climate Ambassadors (https://www.climateambassadors.org.uk) - Felixstowe Community Nature Reserve (https://www.facebook.com/FelixstoweCommunityNatureReserve) - Felixstowe Fair Trade Forum (https://www.felixstowefairtrade.org.uk) - Deben Estuary webcam (https://www.camsecure.co.uk/felixstowe%20deben%20webcam.html) - Furtherfield (https://www.furtherfield.org) - National Education Nature Park (https://www.nationaleducationnaturepark.org.uk) - Learning through Landscapes (https://www.ltl.org.uk) - Kingdom Coffee (https://www.kingdomcoffee.co.uk) - London National Park City (https://nationalparkcity.london/) Connect with Adrian via Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/dradriancooper2025.bsky.social) ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation Follow us on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts. #CoffeeGeogPod #ClimateAmbassadors #Felixstowe #CommunityNatureReserve #WildlifeConservation #FairTrade #Sustainability #STEMAmbassador #EnvironmentalEducation #NatureLovers

Coffee & Geography 5x08 Dr Adrian Cooper (East-based Climate Ambassador from Felixstowe)

Join Kit Marie on location at the vibrant Norwich Science Festival 2025 for a special episode of Coffee & Geography! This episode is packed with engaging conversations and insights from the Climate Ambassadors exhibit, featuring a diverse range of topics including adaptation, resilience, biodiversity, climate education, green careers, and decarbonisation. You can WATCH a special video edit of this episode over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxsvBwbg63Y Listen in as Kit Marie chats with various Climate Ambassadors and experts, such as Eilidh Chapman from THURN Group on passive acoustic monitoring of underwater insects, and Azza Dirar from Norfolk and Waveney Mind on the intersection of mental health and climate change. Discover the innovative ways young people are getting involved in climate action, from creating mini climate action plans to exploring the role of insects in ecosystems. You'll also hear from Matthew Henderson of Scottish and Southern Energy about the importance of renewable energy and green careers, and Stella Ramey from Colchester Zoo on how connecting with nature can build resilience. Plus, get a glimpse into the fascinating world of offshore wind farms with Diana Ng from ODiGE. This episode is a celebration of community, education, and the collective effort to tackle climate change. Whether you're a teacher, student, or just passionate about the environment, there's something here for everyone. Grab your favorite brew and join us for a motivating journey through the Climate Ambassadors Exhibit at 2025's Norwich Science Festival! Education settings in England can get in touch with any DfE-supported Sister Project for support with climate action: - Climate Ambassadors (www.climateambassadors.org.uk) - Let's Go Zero (https://letsgozero.org/climate-action-advisors/) - National Education Nature Park (https://www.educationnaturepark.org.uk/) - Sustainability Support for Education (https://www.sustainabilitysupportforeducation.org.uk/) ### About Coffee & Geography The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Music: 'Spark of Inspiration' by Shane Ivers (www.silvermansound.com/) ### How you can support the podcast and continue the conversation - Follow us on Bluesky at bsky.app/profile/geogramblings.com and the hashtag #CoffeeGeogPod - Post a listener question for guests using #GeogQOverABrew - Rate, review (ratethispodcast.com/coffeegeogpod) and subscribe to the podcast via your preferred platform. - Support Geogramblings education efforts by donating at ko-fi.com/kitrackley - Switch your energy provider to Octopus Energy via this link: share.octopus.energy/reed-foal-15. Any referral rewards will go towards Geogramblings education efforts.

Coffee & Geography 5x06 Climate Ambassadors Exhibit at Norwich Science Festival 2025

== About the 'Coffee & Geography' podcast == The aim of ‘Coffee & Geography’ is to get to know, explore and celebrate the diverse & intersectional range of people and their love for the world. We’ll have fun exploring all the myriad of ways that connects your life to geography. Wait – you don’t think you’re a ‘geographer’? Well, that’s ok! If you have a love and passion for the world then you probably are more than you know. If you're interested in being a guest or want to find out more, then visit https://geogramblings.com/coffee-geography-podcast/. There you will also find an interactive map to explore the locations of guests and the brews that they drink! Follow us on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/CoffeeGeogPod. The Coffee & Geography Podcast is a 'Geogramblings' production, hosted and produced by Kit Rackley (they/them). The podcast is supported by generous donations via https://ko-fi.com/kitrackley and takes advice from an advisory board of volunteers. == About Geogramblings == Kit Rackley (Geogramblings) spent 13 years as a Geography high-school teacher, and is now freelancing as an educational blogger, author, speaker & trainer. They are a consultant to the Geographical Association (UK) and work through the University of East Anglia to raise aspirations of young people to Higher Education. Kit's projects include the Geogramblings.com educational blog, communicating issues through performing arts, the Coffee & Geography podcast and many community-based initiatives.

Kit Marie (they/she)

Shows