IN YOUR BACKYARD: The People vs. Dirty Air (ft. Rep. Ro Khanna)
Summary
Hosted by Luke Radle, this episode of "In Your Backyard" examines the Trump administration's rollback of air pollution protections and its impact on public health. Radle speaks with Kathy Lucas and Elizabeth Hopman, who share personal stories of managing asthma and respiratory illnesses amidst rising emissions and wildfire smoke. The segment concludes with an interview with Congressman Ro Khanna, who discusses the political implications of these environmental rollbacks, the need for bold climate policy, and his potential run for the 2028 presidential election.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Visible Wireless 5G Plan
Intro: In Your Backyard Climate Series
Context: EPA Rollbacks and Air Pollution
Interview: Kathy Lucas on Health in Pittsburgh
Interview: Elizabeth on Asthma in Michigan
Interview: Rep. Roana on Policy and 2028
Outro and Sponsor: Blinds.com
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