SystemShift

All episodes of Season 3 are now available! Two of our hosts, Joycelyn Longdon and Carl Schylter, reflect on what they’ve learned from our guests this season and how to move forward.

And the answer is yes. “This is something that can happen in our lifetime and will happen if we all resist and if we continue to educate ourselves and engage in movements for alternative economic systems” - as Joycelyn points out in one of the episodes.

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How can we talk about climate action when so many people are struggling just to get by? Why do the people least responsible for climate change often suffer the most from it? 

When paying the rent, finding a decent job, or putting food on the table are on the top of your concerns, climate change seems to be something for somebody else to solve. This is what we explore in the new episode of SystemShift, where Carl Schlyter and Joycelyn Longdon are joined by Nala Amirah, climate activist and founder of Green Welfare Indonesia.

From rising rents to polluted neighbourhoods, they explain how low-income and marginalised communities often have no choice but to live in polluted areas that are at high risk from climate change—while those in power do little to fix the problem. But change is possible. Nala shares how community-led action, sustainable housing, and climate education are already making a difference—and why real solutions must come from the people most affected.

As we wrap up this series, this episode asks: Do I have to worry about the end of the month or the end of the world?

What can you do?

It’s easy to feel like you’re not “doing enough” for the planet. But if you’re making any effort—however small—you’re already part of the solution. Here are some concrete things you can do:

What happens when public transport is made free for women? And how does mobility shape access to work, education, and safety?

Hosts Yewande Omotoso and Carl Schlyter are joined by Nishant, a researcher and member of the Public Transport Forum Delhi, to explore the impact of Delhi’s fare-free bus policy for women.

From improving gender equality to reducing emissions and easing urban congestion, they talk about how mobility is more than just getting from place to place, it’s about power, freedom, and inclusion. They discuss what the world can learn from this initiative—and whether other cities should follow. Nishant shares insights from his work on the Riding the Justice Route report for Greenpeace India, highlighting how accessible transport can drive social and environmental change.

To commemorate International Women’s Day, this episode asks: How can free public transport create more equitable cities for women and a greener world for all?

What can you do?

Can faith be a driving force in the fight against climate change? And how do Islamic principles shape environmental responsibility?

Hosts Joycelyn Longdon and Yewande Omotoso, together with Tariq Al-Olaimy, Islamic Finance Advisor - Greenpeace MENA. Whether you are part of the 84% of the world’s population who identify with a religious group, or not, we all can learn from this conversation.

From the ethical foundations of Islamic finance to the principles of environmental responsibility in Islam, they discuss how religious values can inspire sustainable practices, equitable economies, and collective care for the planet. Tariq shares insights on why integrating faith-based approaches is essential for building a just and effective climate movement.

As Ramadan begins, this episode asks: Can faith-driven solutions help create a more sustainable world?

What can you do?

Here are some concrete things you can do: 

How do race, gender, and economic status shape climate vulnerability? Why are marginalised communities often hit the hardest by climate disasters?

Hosts Joycelyn Longdon and Carl Schlyter are joined by Mateus Fernandes, a young climate activist from the favelas of Guarulhos, São Paulo, and Lali Fernando Riascos, an Afro-Colombian youth leader and content creator from Guapi, Colombia. Together, they explore the intersection of systemic inequality and the climate crisis.

From the disproportionate impacts of extreme weather to the exclusion of frontline communities from climate policy, they discuss why adaptation efforts must center those most affected. Mateus and Lali share their experiences of advocacy, resilience, and the urgent need for climate action and social justice.

Released on the World’s Day of Social Justice (20th of Feb) and as we see disasters caused by extreme weather all over the world, this episode asks: How do we ensure that the most vulnerable communities are at the center of our climate adaptation efforts? 

What can you do? 

These are some concrete steps you can take for Climate Adaptation: