Rising sea levels, Russia’s war on Ukraine

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Boats litter the area around a marina in the Bahamas after they were tossed around by Hurricane Dorian
In this Monday, Sept. 2, 2019 photo released by the U.S. Coast Guard Station Clearwater, boats litter the area around marina in the Bahamas after they were tossed around by Hurricane Dorian. The storm pounded away at the islands in a watery onslaught that devastated thousands of homes, trapped people in attics and chased others from one shelter to another. At least five deaths were reported. AP Photo

A climate scientist helps us understand projections of a rising sea level in the U.S. Then, a political science professor explains the ramifications of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Michael Mann Guest
  • Lowell Barrington Guest

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