On Thin Ice

Homeward Bound is an Australian organization dedicated to helping women achieve leadership positions in the field of science, though ironically, the mentorship program has been plagued by the prevalence of sexual harassment during the program’s three-week long Antarctic voyage. Perhaps the worst part? Women who have reported concerns feel silenced by the organization. “Their belief is that Homeward Bound is not yet a safe space for women, even as it works toward making science more inclusive of them.”

Source: Grist
Published: Feb 28, 2018
Length: 14 minutes (3,550 words)

An Oral History of “An Inconvenient Truth”

The 2006 Academy Award-winning documentary on climate change originated as a slideshow. Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and the film’s director and producers trace the origin story, production, impact, and legacy of the film.

Source: Grist
Published: May 21, 2016
Length: 23 minutes (5,958 words)