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Art Meets Climate Change: A Conversation with Xavier Cortada

In our latest episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Xavier Cortada, an artist whose work transcends traditional forms of expression to tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time—climate change and social justice. As part of the Arthur L. Johnson Urban Perspectives lecture series, Xavier will be speaking at Wayne State University on September 18, 2024. Xavier's journey is a testament to the power of art as a vehicle for change. He recalls his early influences, particularly his...

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Climate change and flooding put the "The Venice of Detroit" at risk (ft. Brian Allnutt)

Today’s guest is journalist Brian Allnutt, whose reporting for Planet Detroit about Detroit’s Jefferson Chalmers area and specifically the canal district has not only gotten attention, but set out the issues well for the historic and unique area known as “The Venice of Detroit.” From the excerpt: “Climate gentrification” in cities like New Orleans and Miami has seen wealthier and whiter residents displace low-income residents and people of color in less flood-prone areas. But in Jefferson...

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Why saving our mature trees matters (ft. Dan Herms)

Mature trees are more important than ever. Our climate is changing, with Metro Detroit on pace in a best case to feel like northern Arkansas within a lifetime; and worst, Texas. So how do we protect the trees we have? What trees should we be thinking of planting so they survive climate change? We get into all of that and more with Dan Herms, Vice President of Research and Development for The Davey Tree Expert Company. If this is your first time meeting the show, don’t forget to follow us on...

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