Episode 6: Earth Isn't Racist But Governments Sure Are (Environmental Racism)

Speaking for the Trees

"Environmental Racism? The SJW's are taking over!" I sure hope so. Let's make sure something like Flint, MI never happens again! Join us to learn how the government has f*cked over the black and indigenous communities in the US by placing toxic facilities and mining activities near and in these communities when white communities had the power to turn these activities away. Ellie rants ad naseaum about the Church Rock uranium mining spill on Navajo Nation land. As a bit of a mood lifter and reward for making it through the Frustrating Content, enjoy the return our Endangered Species of the Week segment, where we talk about the Kakapo! So sit back, take a swig of your favorite beverage, and learn why "not in my backyard" basically translates to "go ahead and put the toxic waste over by the brown people, please!" Transcripts will be available on our website - when we eventually get our s**t together -if you prefer text!!