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In the 4°C Podcast we discuss all things climate change, weaving it in everyday topics to science topics. What does climate mean for us as the general public? Tune in for some insights.
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S2E8 Let's talk tipping points and planetary boundaries...
Welcome back to another episode! In this episode, our gracious hosts discuss two interconnected terms that may be new to most: Tipping Points and Planetary Boundaries. They do a deep dive on the…
S2E7 Who do you turn to when the heat hits?
In this episode, Phillip and Precious get personal about the power of community during extreme climate events, sharing the coping strategies that have carried them through, and asking whether you've…
S2E6 The socio-economic and climate intricacies of urban food systems: Mosibudi's case study
Welcome or welcome back. In this episode, Mosibudi presents her case study on Cape Town's urban food systems, specifically, informal traders at Bellville Market and how climate change is reshaping…
S2E5 Current research pathways in Climate Change and Health
Welcome back to another episode of the 4°C. In this one, we chat about the linkages of climate change to various aspects of "Health", including to fungal infection, respiratory diseases, neglected…
S2E4 Climate Change meets Heritage: Matobo Hills
Is there a meaningful connection between heritage sites and climate change? In this episode, the hosts explore this question through a grounded discussion centred on the Matobo Hills World Heritage…
S2E3 Demystifying Misconceptions Around Climate Change
In this episode, Precious and Philipp discuss common misconceptions around climate change and offer alternative explanations. They also talk about certain climate hazards affecting the world. Are…
S2E2 Do extremely cold winters mean climate change is not happening?
We know it's almost April but Happy New Year! Precious and Philipp recap on the big climate news of 2025, and they chat about the recent blizzards in the US. If climate change causes warming, why are…
S2E1 We're back and Puja joins us!
In this very short episode, we have our 4th degree in the studio, Puja. We catch up and mainly talk about what we are looking forward to in this season. Do enjoy.Like our conversations? Don't forget…
COP30’s Outcomes with Philipp and Precious
In this episode, Philipp and Precious unpack the outcomes of COP30, focusing on the final declaration and what it signals for global climate action. They walk through the key commitments, the debates…
The UNFCCC COP explained
In this episode, the team takes on the UNFCCC COP. We break down what COP is and to make things clearer (and a bit more fun), we build an analogy that captures the entire COP process in everyday…
Our 1st Guest!
In this episode, we welcome our very first guest, Almustaqim. He shares how he found his way into the ACDI master’s programme in 2025, what shaped his motivation, and the experiences that guided him…
Was It Climate Change? Unpacking Hurricane Melissa
In this episode, Precious and Philipp dive into the story of Hurricane Melissa and ask a central question: was it truly a climate change impact, or just a storm amplified by natural variability?They…
Philipp Went to the Environmental Law Association Conference… Here’s What We Learned
In this episode of the 4°C Podcast, Philipp takes us behind the scenes of the 2025 Annual and Student Conference of the Environmental Law Association (ELA) of South Africa. He breaks down what…
Too Hot to Play? Sport in a Warming World
In this episode of the 4°C Podcast, Precious and Yonela unpack how a warming planet is changing the games we love. We take a closer look at recent events, like the Tokyo Championships, Formula 1, and…
Same Planet, Different Climates
In this episode of the 4°C Podcast, we’re turning the spotlight on ourselves — and the places we call home.Join Precious, Philipp, and Yonela as we kick things off with a climate change quiz before…
4°C and Rising: Why We’re Talking Climate Change Now
Welcome to the very first episode of the 4°C Podcast, brought to you by the Climate Risk Lab within ACDI at the University of Cape Town! In this debut, hosts Precious, Philipp, and Yonela sit down to…
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4°C Podcast has published 16 episodes since December 2025, covering topics in Education, Science.
4°C Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 35m.
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