How to Make Climate Change Sexy

This week on How To Make Climate Change Sexy, I’m joined by the Award-winning Environmental Justice Technologist, Author, Speaker, Designer and Educator Joycelyn Longdon, to talk about her groundbreaking work in AI, bioacoustics, and justice-led conservation.Joycelyn’s research at Cambridge focuses on ecoacoustics—essentially “Shazam for nature”—and how technology can be designed with local communities rather than imposed on them. We get into the colonial legacies in conservation, why tech can be both a powerful tool and a double-edged sword, and how participatory design can shake up environmental science. This episode is a deep dive into the messy middle of AI, climate justice, and the future of conservation.Follow Joycelyn at @joycelynlongdon and check out her TEDxLondon Talk! Joycelyn has also just announced her first book NATURAL CONNECTION where she presents six key alternative roots necessary to cultivate a natural connection between ourselves and the living world: RAGE, IMAGINATION, INNOVATION, THEORY, HEALING and CARE. These roots represent practices, teachings and considerations for environmental action inspired by the legacies and ongoing resistance of marginalised communities. Her book is now available to pre-order here!🎧 How to Make Climate Change Sexy is a podcast that dives into conversations with guests who are using culture and innovation to address the climate crisis. Together, we'll explore how their creative approaches can become powerful tools for driving the change our planet needs! It is produced and presented by Issey Gladston (@isseymg) and edited by Tanya Dudnikova (tatianabynight_) with original music by @healingwithgrace__.

How can the film industry go green? This week on How To Make Climate Change Sexy, I’m joined by Director Jack Cooper Stimpson, Actor Danusia Samal (Green Rider Co-founder), and Actor Freya Mavor to explore what it truly means to green the film industry. 🎬🌍 We dive into how productions can reduce their environmental impact, from sustainable storytelling to eco-friendly behind-the-scenes practices. This insightful panel followed a screening of Jack's short film Spirit of Place at our very first IRL Sexy Climate Change event!Big thanks to everyone who attended, Punchy Drinks for sponsoring, and The Art House for hosting. Tune in now for a thought-provoking conversation on changing the film industry for good! 🎧✨How to Make Climate Change Sexy is a podcast that dives into conversations with guests who are using culture and innovation to address the climate crisis. Together, we'll explore how their creative approaches can become powerful tools for driving the change our planet needs! It is produced and presented by Issey Gladston (@isseymg) and edited by Tanya Dudnikova (tatianabynight_) with original music by @healingwithgrace__.Follow @sexyclimatechange on Instagram or find us as www.sexyclimatechange.com!

Can celebrities make climate action cool? This week on How To Make Climate Change Sexy, I’m joined by Siobhan Bailey-Turner, Celebrity Relations Lead at WWF UK, to spill the tea on using star power for the planet 🌍✨ Siobhan is dedicated to using the power of celebrity influence to bring climate and nature issues to a broader audience, making these critical topics more relatable and engaging. In this episode, we’ll discuss her journey from the entertainment world to WWF, the unique role of celebrities in raising awareness. Siobhan shares insights on humanizing climate messaging and how WWF leverages storytelling to reach new audiences. You can find more of Siobhan's work on instagram @wwf_uk and her own account @siobhanbaileyturnerHow to Make Climate Change Sexy is a podcast that dives into conversations with guests who are using culture and innovation to address the climate crisis. Together, we'll explore how their creative approaches can become powerful tools for driving the change our planet needs! It is produced and presented by Issey Gladston (@isseymg) and edited by Tanya Dudnikova (tatianabynight_) with original music by @healingwithgrace__.Follow @sexyclimatechange on Instagram or find us as www.sexyclimatechange.com!

A rom-com… about an endangered species? This week on How To Make Climate Change Sexy, I’m joined by environmental filmmaker Myles Storey to talk about his bold new film, Would You Still Love Me If I Was a Sticky Frog? 🐸🎬 Myles Storey, is an environmental filmmaker who’s reshaping how we connect with the natural world through storytelling. Myles’ latest film, Would You Still Love Me If I Was a Sticky Frog, brings a fresh, rom-com twist to environmental cinema by blending a love story with the realities of being an endangered species. In this episode, we dive into everything from Myles’ inspirations—think nature documentaries and the power of storytelling—to the challenges of filming rarely seen creatures like the sticky frog. We discuss his approach to wildlife filmmaking as well as how he hopes to inspire people who might not otherwise engage with climate issues. This conversation is packed with insights on the creative side of environmentalism and the vital role of media in shaping our relationship with the planet. You can find more of Myles' work on instagram @mylespstorey and you can stream his new film here!How to Make Climate Change Sexy is a podcast that dives into conversations with guests who are using culture and innovation to address the climate crisis. Together, we'll explore how their creative approaches can become powerful tools for driving the change our planet needs! It is produced and presented by Issey Gladston (@isseymg) and edited by Tanya Dudnikova (tatianabynight_) with original music by @healingwithgrace__.Follow @sexyclimatechange on Instagram or find us as www.sexyclimatechange.com!

Can fashion be a gateway to climate activism? This week on How To Make Climate Change Sexy, I’m joined by Rachelle Cox (@rach.e.lle) to talk about their journey from the fashion world to climate justice ♻️👗 Rachelle is a video journalist, performer, and visual artist who’s spent years in the creative industry. They are passionate about integrating sensitivity, accessibility, and a sense of joy into conversations around sustainability. In this episode, we’ll discuss their journey from fashion to climate justice, their unique insights on personal style, and how they foster community to make sustainability more accessible. Rachelle's approach reminds us that tackling climate issues doesn’t have to be perfect—it’s about being curious, intentional, and open to learning. You can find more of Rachelles's work on Instagram and Tiktok under the handle @rach.e.lle.How to Make Climate Change Sexy is a podcast that dives into conversations with guests who are using culture and innovation to address the climate crisis. Together, we'll explore how their creative approaches can become powerful tools for driving the change our planet needs! It is produced and presented by Issey Gladston (@isseymg) and edited by Tanya Dudnikova (tatianabynight_) with original music by @healingwithgrace__.Follow @sexyclimatechange on Instagram or find us as www.sexyclimatechange.com!

Can PR make climate action irresistible? This week on How To Make Climate Change Sexy, I’m joined by Sam Narr, founder of Kibbo Kift Agency, to talk about shaking up sustainability comms 🗞️🔥 Sam is the founder of Kibbo Kift Agency, a specialist PR and Performance agency exclusively promoting climate solutions and social justice. In this episode, we discuss Sam’s journey from working in the fast-paced world of fashion and consumer PR to launching a boutique agency dedicated to promoting sustainability in ways that are both innovative and accessible. We’ll also dig into the challenges of balancing impactful messaging with making it appealing to new audiences—and why he believes creativity is key to shifting public perception. You can find more of Sam's work on Instagram under the handles @kibbokiftagency and @samnarr.How to Make Climate Change Sexy is a podcast that dives into conversations with guests who are using culture and innovation to address the climate crisis. Together, we'll explore how their creative approaches can become powerful tools for driving the change our planet needs! It is produced and presented by Issey Gladston (@isseymg) and edited by Tanya Dudnikova (tatianabynight_) with original music by @healingwithgrace__.Follow @sexyclimatechange on Instagram or find us as www.sexyclimatechange.com!