PlanetPod

An independent non-profit making #podcast about the things that really matter from the people behind the headlines.

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

We are currently taking a break while we work on an exciting new series. Stay tuned for updates...

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Great to hear @theAliceRoberts on #R4today taking about the #BigRiverWatch - we will be taking part!
If you missed our podcast on rivers with @AmyJaneBeer, @Feargal_Sharkey & @wodworm listen here:
https://t.co/hbacK6MzwF

[WWF UK @wwf_uk]

Looking for an easy way to restore #UKNature? 👀

This weekend, you can help #SaveOurWildIsles by taking part in the #BigRiverWatch...
1️⃣ Download the free Big River Watch app
2️⃣ Head to your local river
3️⃣ Spend 15 minutes answering a survey about its health

@theriverstrust 💙

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

For anyone who doesn't already receive @WildJustice_org's newsletter, it's an interesting mix of inspiring stories and conservation updates - as well as a gateway to petitions that you might be interested in supporting - in your inbox roughly every 2 weeks
https://t.co/qkPwuqNXDX

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Great to hear Chris Stark, CEO of the @theCCCuk talking such sense on #r4today.

We spoke to @ChiefExecCCC on Planet Pod during #COP26 for the podcast "The COP we should have had 20 years ago" - you can delve into the archive and listen here - https://t.co/E9eynXKfif

[LSA @legalsustain]

"In June we said progress on cutting emissions won't take us to 2030 target... what's happened since then is a failed auction for offshore wind and now a step back from key polices - that's going to make it harder"
@ChiefExecCCC of @theCCCuk on #r4today
👇
https://t.co/R6ASdntfed

[New Scientist @newscientist]

Without serious intervention by 2027, just 6% of England’s river will be in good ecological status. @Feargal_Sharkey is on the frontline of the struggle to save Britain's rivers.

Join Feargal Sharkey at this year's New Scientist Live @newscievents
https://t.co/5wUmPKvpOs

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

@newscientist @Feargal_Sharkey @newscievents And for more on rivers - listen to our podcast with Feargal, @AmyJaneBeer and @wodworm
https://t.co/hbacK6MzwF

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

The prestigious @wainwrightprize goes from strength to strength, highlighting books which explore our relationship with nature & strengthen our resolve to protect it.
These writers have been shortlisted AND guests of Planet Pod!
Listen on our website: https://t.co/Gc8PXkm23j

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

We are proud to have had TWO of 2023's @wainwrightprize winners on #PlanetPod

🙌Congratulations @guyshrubsole & @AmyJaneBeer - two champions of nature who have written stunning books sharing their relationship with the natural world

🎧Listen to the podcasts on our website

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

@wainwrightprize @guyshrubsole @WmCollinsBooks 👏Many many congratulations @guyshrubsole - we are grateful for everything you do for nature (especially talking to Planet Pod!)

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@wainwrightprize @AmyJaneBeer @BloomsburyBooks This has MADE OUR DAY - many many congratulations @AmyJaneBeer 👏
The whole team at Planet Pod loved meeting you, were inspired, and @TheGreenAmanda will be delighted!

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

👏This is such wonderful news!
🎖️So many congratulations to the amazing @AmyJaneBeer - who we were lucky enough to talk to for a podcast, along with the unstoppable @Feargal_Sharkey & @wodworm, for a Planet Pod on rivers.
https://t.co/hbacK6MzwF

[The Wainwright Prizes @wainwrightprize]

The Winner of the 2023 #JamesCropperWainwrightPrize for Nature Writing is The Flow by @AmyJaneBeer!

An amazing achievement and your staggering and moving work of nature writing that is The Flow. (@BloomsburyBooks)

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

We have done this - have you?

[LSA @legalsustain]

The future of hedgerows - a vital component of the UK's faltering biodiversity - is under review, literally.
🗣 Take a couple of minutes and have your say on what happens to our hedges in the DEFRA 'Consultation on Protecting Hedgerows', closing in 6 days.
https://t.co/IODMDjVCr6

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PodPicks = 3 podcasts from our archive offering further insight into the stories in the headlines
This week - nutrient neutrality & biodiversity featuring @RichardTempler1 @adaptavate @JoanEdwards1 @Bluemarinef @AndyPurvisNHM & @RSPBMinsmere
Listen here:
🎧https://t.co/HEG7lnfjPp

[Wildlife and Countryside Link @WCL_News]

Even in Marine Protected Areas, nature isn't immune to the impacts of fossil fuel leaks🛢️

Analysis by @UE found that more than half of oil accidentally spilled in UK waters reached MPAs🌊

Even small spills can impact cherished species & habitats🐋

https://t.co/Rmsp17EuVM

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

Research from @OpiniumResearch & @triodosuk finds 1 in 3 young people seek medical help for #EcoAnxiety
👉Find good advice from @GreenpeaceUK here -
https://t.co/N3iXcGTqVj
or listen to this #podcast from our archive with
@CPsychologists & @RowennaDavis
https://t.co/irBdvj4z76

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

🌊Why do we love rivers?
🤮Why does it matter that they are facing dire threats from extraction, pollution and the climate crisis?
🎧Listen to this podcast from our archive with @AmyJaneBeer, @Feargal_Sharkey & @wodworm here:
https://t.co/hbacK6N7md

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

This weekend catch up with our podcast recorded earlier this summer, reposted amidst news that government is ROLLING BACK protections, facing criticism from @DevonWildlife, @RiverActionUK & others
Podcast with @AmyJaneBeer, @Feargal_Sharkey & @wodworm here
https://t.co/hbacK6N7md

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

Rivers are hitting headlines again for all the wrong reasons
Our #podpicks from the archive are on greener production, nutrient neutrality & biodiversity
featuring @RichardTempler1 @adaptavate, @JoanEdwards1 @Bluemarinef @AndyPurvisNHM & @RSPBMinsmere
🎧https://t.co/HEG7lnfjPp

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

"More bad news for Devon's rivers" @DevonWildlife
With the Government moving to scrap EU-era water pollution restrictions, we've re-published our #podcast about what rivers mean to us & threats facing them with @AmyJaneBeer, @Feargal_Sharkey & @wodworm
🎧https://t.co/hbacK6MzwF

[PlanetPod @Planet_Pod]

The Climate and Ecology Bill has the backing of over 150 parliamentarians, cross-party
👉Find out more about Zero Hour's #CEBill @cebill_now here
https://t.co/ESyDFFLINw
🎧Or in this pod from our archive with @CarolineLucas and @RSBenwell
https://t.co/K5Ah9QuqN7