Environment Episodes

Environmental Racism Under the Trump AdministrationIn this episode of 'Ayana Explains It All,' Ayana delves into the topic of environmental racism and its exacerbation under the Trump administration. The discussion covers the efforts of 'Our Vote Counts,' a nonpartisan movement to educate and empower voters, issues of systemic environmental injustices in marginalized communities, and deregulation actions that harm the environment. Specific cases such as Memphis, Tennessee's pollution due to AI infrastructure, Cancer Alley in Louisiana, and the water crises in Jackson, Mississippi, and Lowndes County, Alabama are highlighted. Ayana also critiques the rollback of various EPA regulations and emphasizes the importance of political engagement to protect the environment and public health.Works used:https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/mar/07/trump-cancer-alley-plant-biden-lawsuithttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/…