James Esses, a psychotherapist and advocate for free speech, discusses his concerns about the infiltration of woke ideologies in society, particularly in areas like climate alarmism, gender identity, and education. He highlights the negative impact on mental health and shares examples of how these ideologies are influencing children and professionals. Despite facing personal and professional challenges, Esses is determined to continue speaking out and encouraging others to do the same for societal improvement.

00:00 Introduction to James Esses

00:48 Climate Catastrophizing in Schools

04:24 Climate Activism and Its Consequences

06:54 The Fight Against Wokeness

08:13 Challenges in the Therapy Profession

09:29 Real-World Consequences of Wokeness

11:14 The Trans Agenda and Its Impact

19:17 Profit Motives Behind Gender Ideology

20:40 Sports and Gender Identity

23:12 Wokeness as a Substitute for Religion

33:07 Free Speech and Social Media

36:29 Final Thoughts and Future Concerns

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In this podcast episode, Peter Scholz details his experiences and concerns regarding forest management practices in Canadian national parks, highlighting how historical and ongoing mismanagement have exacerbated wildfire risks. He also discusses his professional endeavors in rail planning across Canada and into Alaska, addressing technical and geopolitical challenges of extensive rail projects. Scholz emphasizes the need for drastic policy changes in forest management while touching on the economic and political implications of major infrastructure developments.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

00:43 Early Career and Onboarding at Jasper National Park

01:46 Forest Ecosystem Management and Historical Context

04:42 Impact of European Forest Management Practices

06:55 Pine Beetle Infestation and Government Response

09:07 Jasper National Park Fire Risks and Management Challenges

13:50 Personal Reflections and Critique of Park Management

15:39 Recent Fires and Mismanagement Consequences

23:38 Comparative Analysis and Broader Implications

29:40 Historical Forest Management and Appalachian Changes

30:14 Modern Fire Management Strategies

30:45 Challenges in National Parks

31:19 Forest Conditions and Fire Risks

31:55 Smoke Jumpers and Rapid Attack Teams

32:36 Massive Timber Removal Proposal

33:04 Global Wood Utilization and Carbon Balance

34:16 Environmental Policies and Their Impacts

34:40 Ownership and Fire Management in Canada

35:41 Impact of Fires on Hiking and Outdoor Activities

36:52 Soil Sterilization and Permafrost

39:52 Political and Bureaucratic Challenges

44:37 Climate Change and Forest Management

47:36 Railroad Development Projects

56:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Former Jasper Park official (Scholz) SPEAKS OUT against Parks Canada leadership: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l7RXI3o9eg

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Peter Taylor discusses his varied background in environmental science, his involvement in advising the UK government on renewable energy, and his skepticism toward the prevailing climate science consensus. He highlights issues within the scientific community, including data manipulation and the dismissal of alternative views on climate cycles and solar influence. Taylor also references his publications and collaboration with other scientists to refute the dominant narratives on climate change.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

01:13 Renewable Energy Challenges in the UK

02:20 Questioning Climate Science

03:31 Publishing and Public Reception

06:47 Collaborations and Research Obstacles

11:51 Global Renewable Energy Impact

14:04 Analyzing Climate Data

26:34 Historical Climate Cycles

31:18 Political and Economic Implications

33:30 Critique of Net Zero and Carbon Policies

34:41 The Role of Al Gore and Carbon Investments

35:06 Hydrogen and Solar Energy Perspectives

35:21 Psycho-Spiritual Dimensions in Science

35:50 Challenges in Scientific Communication

37:00 Political Influence on Scientific Research

37:50 Ignored Scientific Papers and Criticisms

41:50 Gender Issues and Climate Science

42:34 Fibonacci Series and Climate Cycles

53:14 Future Climate Predictions

58:51 Differences in Scientific Communities

01:02:59 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Peter’s UK Column appearance: https://x.com/ukcolumn/status/1955986848930553951

Peter’s 2009 book “Chill: A Reassessment of Global Warming Theory”: https://a.co/d/21flB80

Peter’s June 2025 book, “Climate, Covid and Conspiracy” https://a.co/d/fKmMykB

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