Join Leonard Robinson, every week as we journey together to explore how faith and sustainability connect. Guests appearing in each episode include environmental experts and influential members of different faith traditions as we find out how we can better care for our common home. We look forward to meeting you at the corner of faith and sustainability!
Rev. Dr. Ambrose Carroll, founder of Green The Church, discusses the intersection of faith, environmentalism, social justice and exploring the dynamic role of the Black Church in the sustainability movement.
Dr. Carroll shares the deeply rooted spiritual and cultural connections between Black faith traditions and environmental stewardship—drawing on a rich legacy of community resilience, prophetic witness, and justice-driven activism. We dive into theunique challenges, bold opportunities, and transformational engagement that define this critical intersection.
From church rooftops to climate justice rallies, from food deserts to energy democracy, this episode is a testament to the leadership rising from the pews to protect creation—and to inspire us all. . As a leading voice in faith-based climate advocacy, he explored how religious communities can mobilize for sustainability and environmental justice.
Rabbi Yonatan Neril is an interfaith environmental advocate and founder of the Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development (ICSD), based in Jerusalem. He speaks internationally on religion and ecology, including at UN climate conferences, the World Economic Forum, and the Parliament of World Religions.
Dr. Richard Ezike of Argonne National Labs discusses his work in transportation and energy equity within the faith community.
Dr. Jairo Garcia of Georgia Tech and Urban Climate Nexus discusses his work with faith-based organization and their role in the urban climate action movement.
Professor and Associate Chair of Religious Studies at California State University Northridge, Dr. Amanda Baugh appears on this episode to discuss sustainability through the lens of various demographics as her research focuses on the intersection of religion and environmental concern.
Arun Agrawal, is the inaugural director of the Just Transformations to Sustainability Initiative at the University of Notre Dame. He joins the show to talk about how the Initiative aims to transform sustainability research and practice as well as seeking to transform the field of sustainability itself through high-impact, multidisciplinary research and knowledge creation, curricular innovations and global engagement.
Join Kat and Leonard in this special episode following the death of Pope Francis as we celebrate his legacy of Laudato Si and Laudate Deum and how it impacted our work in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. From the world's first Laudato Si Action Plan to this very podcast!
WRAP is a global environmental action NGO transforming our broken product and food systems to create Circular Living for the benefit of climate, nature and people. Natasha Dyer joins the show to talk about her role as the senior behavior chain specialist for food and textiles.
CBIS Part Two! There was so much information in last week's episode that we decided to bring Jeff McCroy and Tom Digenan of Christian Brothers Investment Services back!
In this enlightening episode of the Faith & Sustainability podcast, Jeff McCroy, President/CEO, and Tom Digenan, Co-CIO of Christian Brothers Investment Services discuss faith-based investing. They delve into how integrating faith and sustainability can guide investment decisions, promote social justice, and contribute to a more sustainable future. The conversation explores practical strategies for aligning investments with ethical and environmental values, offering valuable insights for listeners interested in responsible investing.
Rev. Dr. Durley shares his inspiring journey from the civil rights movement to his current work in environmental justice.
Nathaniel Smith joins the show to talk about advancing racial equity through sustainability initiatives.
