In this powerful episode, guests Amanda Subbish and Ivan Sam share Indigenous perspectives on climate resilience, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), and environmental leadership in the San Diego region. From stories of adaptation to wildfire and drought, to reflections on cultural ceremony, language, and land stewardship, this conversation invites listeners to rethink what it means to live in respectful relationship with the Earth. Tune in for insights on tribal sovereignty, community partnerships, and a meaningful call to action rooted in Indigenous leadership.This episode was recorded with a live audience at the Water Conservation Garden in El Cajon as part of the inaugural San Diego Climate Week.CREDITS Guests: Amanda Subbish and Ivan SamHost: Molly Saruwatari  Producers: Elden Cadena and Saturn Salama Editor: Elden Cadena Research: Saturn SalamaScript: Molly Saruwatari and Saturn Salama  Social Media: Molly SaruwatariMusic: Marios Panousos Faculty Advisor: Anne Dabb Climate to Action: A CSUSM Student Podcast is an initiative of the CSUSM Climate Action and Sustainability Center. The podcast is advised by faculty from the Environmental Studies Program and the Philosophy Department in the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences. Climate to Action is produced at Inspiration Studios on the campus of California State University, San Marcos.

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