Activists worldwide organize tomorrow for a day of global climate action. During 24 Hours of Climate Reality, activists and scientists will demand policy changes required to cut fossil fuel emissions and transition to a clean-energy economy.
The event follows this week’s congressional investigation in which Democrats ask oil companies to clarify misinformation about the effects of fossil fuels.
Guests:
- Donna LaSala, events chair with Northeast Florida Climate Reality.
- Dr. Todd Sack, executive director of My Green Doctor Foundation and board member of Physicians for Social Responsibility for Florida & Washington DC.
Dental practices in the pandemic
The pandemic hit dentists hard. Many find themselves closing their practices, especially in rural areas. Patients are putting off appointments too, risking their health in the process.
Guest: Dr. Suzanne Ebert, VP of Dental Practice & Relationship Management at American Dental Association Practice Transitions.
Florida-Georgia weekend
This weekend, TIAA Bank Field hosts the Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs for their most hotly anticipated game of the year.
Guest: Josh Torres, WJCT sports analyst.
Kurtis Loftus
Local surfer Kurtis Loftus beat his own record for the longest time surfing in the ocean at 31 hours. The marathon surfer raised funds for Jacksonville Beach’s annual holiday fundraiser, Deck the Chairs.
Guest: Kurtis Loftus, marathon surfer.
Patrick Cantin can be reached at newsteam@wjct.org or on Twitter.