What’s it like to own an electric car?
Possibly’s host Megan Hall and her family made the switch to an electric car. In this episode, originally aired in 2023, we explain what owning an EV is actually like.
Aug 11, 2026
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What’s Holding Back Glass Recycling in the US?
This week on Possibly we weigh the different methods of recycling glass: single-stream, multi-stream and bottle bills. Could switching to a different recycling system make more sense for your community?
Jul 14, 2026
How can we prepare for heat waves?
After a powerful heatwave swept across the northeast last week, Possibly turned to its archive, looking for lessons about how to better prepare for extreme heat. We travel to Ahmedabad, India to learn more.
Jul 7, 2026
How do fireworks affect the environment?
With the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this year, fireworks will soon light up American skies. Do these tiny explosions have an impact on our environment or our health?
Jun 30, 2026
Can owls help farms use fewer chemicals?
Rodenticides, used by farmers to keep rodent populations down and protect their crops, can cause all sorts of harm to wildlife, especially birds. But this week on Possibly we're talking to some farmers who are turning to a more natural pest control so...
Jun 23, 2026
Can you recycle receipts?
This week on Possibly we explain why the paper that receipts are printed on can add a lot of complications, for recycling, and for your health too.
May 26, 2026
Where did the idea of a carbon footprint come from?
“Reducing your footprint” became one of the most familiar ways to talk about climate change, but why did that framing catch on? And what does it leave out?
May 12, 2026
Where do microplastics come from?
Microplastics are all around us, even if we can’t see them. This week, the Possibly team investigates where they come from and why sometimes, they’re even made on purpose.
Feb 17, 2026
The oldest research vessel in the country was just retired. What does it mean for Rhode Island scientists?
The R/V Endeavor, which spent the last 49 years operating out of URI’s Narragansett Bay Campus, was retired last month. Possibly took a tour of the vessel before it’s decommissioned.
Oct 28, 2025
How is New York City keeping its residents cool?
The biggest city in the country has taken a proactive approach to protect its residents from extreme heat. Programs have tried to make cooling centers, pools, and air conditioners more easily available to people.
Sep 16, 2025