Hello listeners! I am sad to say that this is our last show for the semester and while we hope to return next year and maybe even do some podcasts over the summer, nothing is set yet so stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter for more info as we figure it out. If the show continues next year (and we hope it does) we are looking for another person to join us on the show. Mallaika … [Read more...] about Noise Pollution – End of Semester
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Earth Hour
This week we are getting ready for earth hour. Set your alarms for 8:30pm to turn off all of your lights, unplug unnecessary appliances and put down your devices. Spend an hour in the dark to participate in this world wide event to raise awareness for climate change. Check out the official page here www.earthhour.org to find out more or register to participate in an event near … [Read more...] about Earth Hour
Love Your Planet This Valentines Day
It is almost Valentines Day! So, this week we talked about some ways to keep it green with your Valentines Day gifts and plans for your significant other. Or if you don't have a Valentines date we talked about some ways to show your love for the planet instead! Spend some time out in nature, support an environmental cause, get a house planet, anything you want to show your love … [Read more...] about Love Your Planet This Valentines Day
Edible Insects
Our last couple shows have been about food and the environment. We brought up the point that insects are a much more sustainable food source than livestock. (they are also really nutritious and eaten by millions of people all over the world!) This week we decided to try insects for ourselves! We each tried some crickets and larvets that we bought at Sugar Mountain. The … [Read more...] about Edible Insects
Plant Based
We are back for the new semester here at Laurier! This week we were talking about plant based diets. Lots of medical research has shown that plant based diets are healthier than meats and animal products (as long as you are eating a balanced diet.) Also eating plant based foods is more sustainable for the environment. Livestock production constitutes 70% of all agricultural … [Read more...] about Plant Based