# Episode 20: Earth Science Professor in Exile with Dr. Wielicki | Climate Debrief

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Podcast: [Climate Debrief](https://stenobird.com/podcast/climate-debrief-7743994)
Published: 2026-06-17T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Climate Debrief, Angela Wheeler speaks with Matthew Wielicki, Ph.D., about academic freedom, climate science, and the importance of open debate. Dr. Wielicki shares how his family's experience fleeing communist Poland shaped his views on intellectual freedom. He discusses his departure from academia, concerns about climate anxiety among students, and what he sees as a growing disconnect between scientific findings and public narratives. The conversation also examines competing interpretations of climate data, the role of media and institutions in shaping public perception, and the value of questioning assumptions in science. Wielicki concludes by encouraging young people to focus on practical environmental stewardship, think critically, and remain optimistic about the future. Follow us on social media! X: x.com/CO2Coalition YouTube: @co2coalition Website: co2coalition.org/ Facebook: facebook.com/TheCO2Coalition/ Instagram: theco2coalition

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