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Saving the World From Bad Ideas

Mark Lynas

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led environmental affairs show focused on climate policy, ecological debates, and science-based responses to planetary challenges, typically featuring scientists, environmental authors, activists, and policy specialists. Credible pitches would include climate researchers, geoengineering and carbon-removal experts, environmental thinkers, and leaders working on climate governance or sustainability; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need substantial subject-matter expertise and a clear perspective on contested environmental ideas.

Metrics

Episodes: 65

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: United Kingdom

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@weplanet.org

podcast@weplanet.org

info@replanet.ngo

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Host

Mark Lynas - Award-winning environmental author and activist known for writing and speaking on climate change, environmental policy, science, and technology-based solutions to ecological challenges.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Climate scientists, environmental researchers, policy specialists, environmental journalists, authors, activists, and leaders working on climate intervention, ecological policy, or sustainability.
Required Achievements:  
Leading or directing climate, environmental, or research organizations, Published research or substantial professional work on contested environmental issues, Authorship, journalism, campaigning, or public commentary on climate and environmental policy

Recent Guest Discussions

Quico Toro - Ocean-based Carbon Dioxide Removal, Phytoplankton, Carbon Offsets, Stakeholder Engagement, And Responsible Climate Intervention.

Joshua Elliott - Climate Tipping Points, Climate Stabilization, Geoengineering, And The Moral Case For Purposeful Climate Intervention.

George Monbiot - Competing Philosophies Within Environmentalism, Environmental Politics, Food Systems, Population Debates, Technological Innovation, And Far-right Influence On Green Movements.

Anni Pokela - Arctic Tipping Points, Climate Intervention, Solar Radiation Management, Research Governance, Indigenous Consent, Social License, And Democratic Legitimacy.

Recent Topics

Environment, Climate Change, Environmental Policy, Geoengineering, Sustainability

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Saving the World From Bad Ideas
:

Bad Idea #62 “Killing bluefin tuna” with George Monbiot

October 15, 2026

Episode summary In this episode of Saving the World from Bad Ideas, host Mark Lynas is joined by George Monbiot, columnist in The Guardian and environmental campaigner of worldwide renown, to discuss the return of bluefin tuna to British waters and the critical importance of protecting this wonderful marine megafauna from being exploited and killed by fishing. George isn’t just an academic expert — he tells Mark about his recent and ongoing exploits in a sea kayak, watching these incredible a...

Bad Idea #61 “4 billion dead” with Roger Hallam

October 08, 2026

Episode summary In this episode of Saving the World from Bad Ideas, host Mark Lynas is joined by Roger Hallam, climate campaigner and co-founder of Extinction Rebellion, to discuss his evolution in climate activism and the case for mass civil resistance. Roger reflects on the successes and failures of Extinction Rebellion, his various arrests and time in prison, and his subsequent international campaigns. Mark and Roger discuss Roger’s most recent and controversial “4 Billion Dead” campaign, ...

Bad Idea #60 “Trees are our only carbon offset”

October 01, 2026

Episode summary In this episode of Saving the World from Bad Ideas, host Mark Lynas is joined by Quico Toro, Director of Climate Repair at the Anthropocene Institute, to discuss his research on ocean-based carbon dioxide removal via phytoplankton. Quico challenges the idea that photosynthesis must only occur on land via reforestation, when 70% of our planet is ocean. He also discusses working with stakeholders in the South Pacific, like the Kingdom of Tonga, in collaborating with knowledge ke...

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Frequently asked questions

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Saving the World From Bad Ideas
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How do I get in touch with Saving the World From Bad Ideas?

Saving the World From Bad Ideas is hosted by Mark Lynas. Its publicly listed emails are info@weplanet.org, podcast@weplanet.org, and info@replanet.ngo. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Saving the World From Bad Ideas?

The publicly listed emails for Saving the World From Bad Ideas: info@weplanet.org, podcast@weplanet.org, and info@replanet.ngo.

How many listeners does Saving the World From Bad Ideas have?

Podseeker estimates Saving the World From Bad Ideas reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Saving the World From Bad Ideas?

Saving the World From Bad Ideas typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Climate scientists, environmental researchers, policy specialists, environmental journalists, authors, activists, and leaders working on climate intervention, ecological policy, or sustainability. Common among recent guests: Leading or directing climate, environmental, or research organizations; Published research or substantial professional work on contested environmental issues; Authorship, journalism, campaigning, or public commentary on climate and environmental policy. Recent guests include Quico Toro, Joshua Elliott, and George Monbiot.

How hard is it to get booked on Saving the World From Bad Ideas?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Saving the World From Bad Ideas cover?

Recent episodes cover Environment, Climate Change, Environmental Policy, Geoengineering, and Sustainability. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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