Amid increasing urgency for climate action and an evolving political landscape, Hot Mess: How Climate Consensus Turned Into Political Chaos brings forward a critical, often-overlooked narrative: conservatives have long played—and continue to play—a key role in advancing climate solutions. Produced by Citizens Climate Radio, this eight-part podcast series includes thought-provoking conversations with your very own Bob Inglis and yours truly, alongside other conservative voices.
This timely series comes as the climate debate gains renewed attention, especially in light of recent U.S. political shifts and discussions around energy independence and economic growth. By highlighting conservative perspectives, Hot Mess offers a roadmap for bipartisan collaboration and a reminder that climate action transcends political divides.
Why Hot Mess Matters Right Now
This series comes at a pivotal time for the climate conversation in the U.S. With energy policy and climate solutions taking center stage, Hot Mess explores the historical, cultural, and political factors that have shaped climate skepticism in America—and the path forward.
“Too often, the climate debate is framed as a left-versus-right issue,” says Peterson Toscano, host of Hot Mess. “This series challenges that narrative by amplifying conservative voices like those at republicEn.org, who are leading the charge for pragmatic, market-driven climate solutions. Their work is critical, and it deserves a spotlight.”
Hot Mess: How Climate Consensus Turned Into Political Chaos is a production of Citizens Climate Radio, a project of Citizens Climate Education. This eight-part series uniquely examines the evolution of climate skepticism, revealing untold stories of Republican and Democratic climate heroes while exposing the forces that unraveled bipartisan cooperation on climate solutions.