The Environmental Review

Join host Joshua as he cuts through the noise and brings you clear, balanced analysis of today's most extraordinary research. Each week, The Environmental Review tackles complex topics - from climate policy to conservation biology - through in-depth conversations with leading researchers, policymakers, and activists on the frontlines of environmental change.

The Environmental Review is a science podcast hosted by Hosted by Joshua Wang, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Hosted by Joshua Wang hosts The Environmental Review, a science show with 34 episodes published.

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  Microbes under Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal? A Discussion with Caroline Chou

  Jun 28, 202630 min

  Welcome back to The Environmental Review Podcast . Today, we’re heading to Brooklyn’s Gowanus Canal —a waterway better known for its century-old industrial sludge than for anything alive. But beneath its murky surface, scientists have found something remarkable: a thriving community of microbes that have evolved an arsenal of pollution-fighting genes . A new study published in the Journal of Applied Microbiology shows these microbes can break down petroleum products, PCBs, heavy metals, and more—offering clues to cleaner, more sustainable ways to restore polluted waterways. This genetic toolkit could become the basis for bioremediation methods that are cheaper, faster, and far less disruptive than massive dredging operations. Joining me today is Caroline Chou , a researcher on the project whose work bridges cutting-edge DNA analysis and environmental restoration.

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  How Forests Can Affect Drinking Water Quality - Dr. Elly Gay

  Apr 11, 202630 minS0

  <p>Today, we’re exploring the quiet but powerful link between forests and your faucet. A new study from North Carolina State University, published in PLOS Water, reveals how the way we use land—particularly forests near rivers—can have profound, long-term effects on drinking water quality.</p><p>Using models to project out to 2070, the research shows that converting forests to urban or agricultural land near water sources leads to more sediment, more nitrogen, and more filtration costs—raising both environmental and financial concerns.</p><p>Joining us today to unpack the science and the stakes is Dr Elly T. Gay...

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  Nuclear Winter and the Collapse of Global Agriculture

  Apr 3, 202631 minS0

  <p>The Study A new study led by Penn State has modeled the devastating agricultural consequences of a nuclear winter. Using the Cycles agroecosystem model, researchers simulated six scenarios of soot released into the atmosphere after nuclear war, showing global corn production could fall by as much as 87% due to blocked sunlight, cooler temperatures, and heightened UV-B radiation. Even a smaller regional conflict could cut production by 7%, destabilizing global food supply chains. The team also proposed a survival strategy: “agricultural resilience kits” containing fast-growing, cold-tolerant crop seeds that could sustain food systems not only after nuclear war, but also volcanic erup...

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  The Secret Beneath the Soil: How Nitrogen Drives Tropical Forest Recovery

  Mar 27, 202626 minS0

  <p>Tropical forests are among the planet’s most powerful naturl climate solutions—but what if their ability to grow back depends on something hidden beneath the soil?</p><p>In this episode, we speak with Dr. Sarah Batterman, a scientist at the Carys Institute of Ecosystem Studies and University of Leeds with a PhD from Princeton University, about new research showing that tropical forests can recover up to twice as fast after deforestation when their soils contain enough nitrogen. Based on one of the largest and longest forest experiments ever conducted across Central America, the study reveals how underground nutr...

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  How People Can Accurately Sense Biodiversity With Kevin Rozario

  Mar 19, 202632 minS0

  <p>In today’s episode, we’re talking about something deeply human — our instinctive connection to nature. It turns out, you don’t need a biology degree to tell when a forest is full of life.</p><p>New research published in People and Nature suggests that ordinary people can accurately sense biodiversity just by looking at forest images or listening to nature sounds. And these gut feelings closely align with what scientists measure on the ground.</p><p>To help us explore this remarkable link between perception, ecology, and mental health, I’m joined by Kevin Rozario, lead author of the stu...

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