The podcast craze, these shows to listen to that give the floor to specialists and anonymous people, to talk about a subject or tell their story, put the environment in the spotlight in their versions dedicated to ecology. At a time when more and more citizens are becoming aware of the seriousness of the situation, there are just as many who want to spread the word, inform and exchange.
Here are, in our opinion, the 10 best podcasts on ecology.
The most cutting-edge eco podcast: “Présages”
The pitch: “Conversations, ideas to nourish the mind and radically question the state of our world.”
This independent podcast by Alexia Soyeux is the result of meetings between scientists, literary figures, artists, and committed people, each of whom is aware of the immensity of the upheavals underway and to come. They all question and challenge the model of our societies, of our planet. They study, alert, act, and build. The content is thematic depending on the guests but definitely committed since they talk about ecology through its most anxiety-provoking angles such as collapse, loss of biodiversity, or the threat of global warming . The feat is to manage to talk about very worrying subjects while remaining a little optimistic, without falling into consensus or ease. The objective of these interviews is to hear from specialists in order to prepare to live differently.
The most curious eco podcast: “From cause to effect”
The pitch: “Every week, we focus on the environment and its challenges for today’s society and that of tomorrow.”
This podcast for France Culture by Aurélie Luneau, a doctor of history and graduate in political science, aims to understand the cause-effect links of all ecological issues in order to imagine how to act. She receives scientists as well as citizens and presents emerging solutions from around the world while raising fundamental questions. Rather intellectual, the tone is intended to be free and enlightened, and the content questions notions such as responsibility , citizenship, the concept of transition and all the reflections that can feed the idea of the world of tomorrow. Alternating optimism and a sense of urgency, the balance is found in the curiosity that is constantly renewed and demonstrated, and the desire to get to the bottom of things, even if there are questions that upset.
The most innovative eco podcast: “2030 Glorieuses”
The pitch: the podcast that highlights the players in the world of tomorrow
Alongside his radio show "Ça commence par moi" on Raje, which answers the big questions of tomorrow's society and which reveals new ways of changing the world on a daily basis, Julien Vidal, author of the book and creator of the site of the same name, offers an eco-friendly podcast in his image. This podcast shows how to take concrete action through the discovery of new professions and activities that will change tomorrow. Optimistic, the content is a "guide to utopian conversations whose objective is to allow you to travel, from today, to the glorious 2030s with your loved ones". When you listen, it's as if it were done, you project yourself with these meetings of citizens and activists committed to innovative ideas and projects.
Most accessible eco podcast: “There’s a fire at the lake”
The pitch: The podcast that dissects what we think we know about ecology
This podcast from Ouest-France hosted by journalist Lucas Scaltritti sorts through the news and deconstructs our beliefs about ecology, while providing advice on all environmental and climate issues. Goodbye preconceived ideas, hello exciting topics and truths to better understand and make daily choices on topics such as 5G, fast fashion , savings or organic . Everything is dissected and when we leave, we feel smarter and more motivated, almost determined to want to change the world! The discussions grab us and we immediately feel concerned by the issues raised.
The most forward-looking eco podcast: “#2050”
The pitch: a unique perspective to imagine the future and thus question our present
This podcast is by Rebecca Armstrong, a host specializing in the subject of "model change." She discusses all the themes necessary to envision an acceptable world in twenty years' time, with a social dimension: the climate, of course. , but also feminism, collective intelligence and culture. Each guest presents their ideas and knowledge, and the interview allows us to glimpse solutions with the ambition of improving things. We like the touch of madness which is expressed in the imagination developed in the episodes, which brings a breath of fresh air and renewed hope.
The most optimistic eco podcast: “Positive Impact”
The pitch: the podcast that takes you to meet those who are changing the world
The LCI podcast hosted by Sylvia Amicone aims to convey the words and actions of "Changemakers", i.e. those who are trying to change the world by being the actors of these changes. The episodes highlight solutions and positive impacts on society or the environment, whether it be the oceans, low tech, the health of the future or food waste, through topics such as the politics of tomorrow, freedom of expression, the digital divide or impact financing. You have to listen carefully to understand everything and realize that everything that is discussed is close to us (even if it seems far from everyday life). This podcast shows that ultimately everything is connected and that together we can change the world.
The most square green podcast: “The ecological revolution”
The Pitch: a 6-part program to examine the relationship between ecology and the contemporary world
Dominique Rousset and Nicolas Hulot question our relationship to the world by confronting ecology and nature, ecology and science , ecology and democracy, ecology and capitalism, ecology and social justice, and ecology and borders through interviews with experts. Sociologists, physicists, economists and other specialists question the world by proposing ecology as the radical perspective that will allow the necessary (r)evolution of our society. A definitely hard-hitting series that does not leave you indifferent!
The most targeted eco podcast: “New Model”
The pitch: The podcast on committed and eco-responsible fashion
Chloé Cohen has chosen to interview only women about fashion to remind us that they are the first workers and victims of this devastating industry in terms of the environment but also human rights and working conditions. To draw their portraits, designers, entrepreneurs, stylists, or models are questioned about their values and their actions to reform the world of fashion. The themes are strong, the women inspiring and this is how each episode reflects on the consequences and the terrible impact of this industry on the planet but also on the changes and solutions to be brought to it so that the textile professions can continue without exploiting, wasting or polluting.
The coolest eco podcast: “Le grand large”
The pitch: Less, but better! A podcast to reconnect with yourself, others and the planet
Blogger Deedee's podcast has decided to tackle overconsumption and delve deeper into the nooks and crannies of sustainable and unsustainable fashion, but not only that. The idea is to provide keys to make more informed choices in the field of consumption. We thus move from an analysis of "plus size" fashion to the behind the scenes of ethical jewelry , via eco-consciousness and deciphering clothing labels . Interviews with inspiring personalities are like discussions between friends who share their experiences, to learn how to do better.
The most intellectual eco podcast: “Seismic”
The pitch: a podcast on the challenges of a changing world
Here Julien Devaureix gets to the bottom of the most complex things and concepts and knows how to make them more accessible during his discussions with experts: geopolitics , nuclear fusion, degrowth, cryptocurrencies but also living together or eco-anxiety. From the broadest to the most personal, the content offers reflections on the world but also on our daily questions by skillfully making the connection so that everyone feels concerned, even by subjects deemed complex.
Ecological podcasts are a royal road to communicating to the greatest number the realities and solutions of today's and tomorrow's world. With enthusiasts behind the microphones, both on the questions and answers side, whatever the tone, the content is of high quality and offers precious freedom, where some media often only offer a repetitive and limited discourse. Real intimate shows, these podcasts not only tell the truth, the whole truth, but also allow us to "meet" a very wide range of guests, whether they are known or not. A refreshing and virtuous insight into the skills, knowledge, ideas and concrete solutions of ecological players.
