For the past few years, Talking Climate has been my way of connecting directly with you — to share good news, stories of hope, and practical ways each of us can make a difference.
What began as a small experiment has grown into a global community of people who care deeply about our planet and about one another. Now, it’s time for the next chapter.
Support for science and honest climate conversations is dwindling, but the need for them has never been greater. That’s why I’m stepping up my efforts and expanding Talking Climate with new paid subscriptions here on Substack and on Patreon. The newsletter you know and love will always remain free, but these paid tiers will make it possible to do even more: to dive deeper, share more stories, and bring you exclusive, behind-the-scenes content that inspires action and hope.
Subscribers will get access to brand-new content like:
🎥 Hot Takes, Cold Facts: You wouldn’t believe some of the comments I get online — well now you will, since I’m turning them into teachable moments! In this series I’ll bust myths, unpack the science, and we’ll have a few laughs along the way. Because honestly, with some of these comments, I do just have to laugh (so I don’t cry).
☕ Tea with Katharine: This is a more personal series where I share my thoughts about what’s happening in the world of climate, including updates from the field and what’s on my mind these days (or on my shelf!) — as well as which tea I’m drinking today!
🧵 What’s the Latest: Over the years, Talking Climate’s guest editors have shared incredible stories of science, hope, and action. In this new series, I’m checking back in with some of them to get an update on the latest in their world — the good news, the not-so-good news, and what we can do next.
🧶 And sometimes, you’ll just get a little joy: a knitting update, a cat photo, or a quick story from behind the scenes at a big event.
Here’s how it works:
On Substack: You get everything in one place — every post, video, and behind-the-scenes update — delivered straight to your inbox or the Substack app. Click here to subscribe and get 20% off your first year (offer ends 10/30).
On Patreon: You can choose between two tiers:
Tier 1: Hot Takes, Cold Facts and occasional bonus posts.
Tier 2: Everything above plus Tea with Katharine and exclusive interviews with guest editors.
Click here to subscribe on Patreon. Enter code TALKCLIMATE to get 20% off your first month (offer ends 11/7).
If Talking Climate has ever encouraged you, inspired you, or simply made you smile, I’d love for you to join me as we take this next step. Your support will help me fund my small team, who will make it possible for me to do more, create more, and reach even further.
Thank you! :)
