Possibly Podcast Episodes
What happens at a Compost Conference and Trade Show?
Earlier this year Rhode Island College hosted its annual Rhode Island Compost Conference and Trade Show. The Possibly team attended the conference to hear from some compost-enthusiasts about why they love turning food scraps into soil.
Jun 24, 2025
Tick Season is Here – What is Alpha-gal Syndrome?
The syndrome, which can make you allergic to red meat, is spread by a type of tick that has become more common in Rhode Island. What should you know to stay safe?
Jun 17, 2025
What’s the climate impact of building wind turbines?
Even though wind turbines offer emission-free energy, manufacturing, transporting and installing those turbines does create greenhouse gases. This week on Possibly we do the math and find that turbines deliver emission savings in less than a year. The...
Jun 10, 2025
Heat pumps run on a substance that can create a lot of emissions. Is it still worth buying them?
If refrigerant, the key substance inside a heat pump leaks into the atmosphere, it can warm the planet thousands of times more than CO2. The Possibly team does the math to see if that risk outweighs the climate benefit of heat pumps.
Jun 3, 2025
Why would an energy company remove its dams?
When four dams were removed along the Klamath River in the Pacific Northwest, it meant giving up a source of renewable energy. But clean energy wasn’t the only factor the company had to consider.
May 27, 2025
How are rising temperatures affecting our organs?
As our planet warms and heat waves become more common, we wondered how that heat affects our bodies. In today’s episode, the Possibly team explains how heat impacts two key organs: your kidneys and your intestines.
May 20, 2025
Can green spaces make you happier?
It always feels better to go outside, move around a little bit, and get some fresh air. But this week on Possibly we look into the research, do green spaces actually improve our health?
May 13, 2025
How can I replace my gas stove?
Gas stoves can pollute the air in our homes and even contribute to climate change. But lots of people enjoy cooking on them. Is there a way to switch away from gas that works well and doesn’t break the bank?
May 6, 2025
Could music help us adapt to climate change?
Chris Thile’s new podcast and musical variety show, the Energy Curfew Music Hour uses music to imagine how people can adapt to a world reshaped by climate change.
Apr 29, 2025
Good News Abroad – China
The news about climate change efforts in the US hasn't been great lately. So Possibly is launching a new occasional series to highlight advances against climate change around the world. Up first: China
Apr 22, 2025