Episode 4. In their hands: young people, legacy, and the future of climate change education

Guests: Aanchal Thapa, Edie Bound and Tirion Brown

In this episode, Dami is joined by Tirion, Aanchal and Edie – three alumni of the London Wildlife Trust’s Keeping It Wild traineeship. Together they explore what it means for young people to build a genuine connection with nature and how that connection can inspire meaningful climate action. Through stories of folklore walks, outdoor learning and rediscovering awe in the everyday, they reflect on how climate change education can go beyond science lessons to include culture, creativity and care for place.

The conversation highlights why balancing knowledge with emotional connection is key to helping young people face the climate crisis with hope rather than fear and how teachers can nurture that balance both inside and outside the classroom.