Summary of Rachel Mathews: “Going viral with climate/energy realism” | Tom Nelson Pod #222

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In the "Rachel Mathews: ‘Going viral with climate/energy realism’ | Tom Nelson Pod #222" YouTube video, Rachel Mathews shares her journey from being an advocate for solar and wind energy to recognizing their harmful consequences. She expresses concern over the council's declaration of a climate emergency and its lack of clear evidence or definition. Mathews and her group aim to encourage thorough research before implementing new policies and have faced resistance due to the popularity and financial incentives of the green industry. She discusses her experiences with educating people about the issues with electric vehicles and the role of CO2 in climate change. Mathews also talks about the growing interest in climate and energy realism debates and the importance of engaging with local councils and elected officials. She raises concerns about the C40 Cities initiative and the potential dangers of solar farms and electric vehicles, including the contamination of water supplies and toxic hazards. Mathews encourages individual action and speaking out now to effect change.

• 00:00:00 In this section of the podcast, host Tom Nelson interviews Rachel Mathews, a member of a local group in Colchester, UK, who presents alternative perspectives to their council on environmental policies. The group, which includes Karina Cooper and Cheryl Taylor, aims to provide scientifically-backed dissenting viewpoints on issues like climate emergencies. They are joined by Lance and Brian from The Peacekeepers, a constitutional law group. Rachel shares how she gained recognition through her appearances at council meetings, where she uses facts and data to challenge the council's decisions. The group is concerned about the council's declaration of a climate emergency and its lack of clear evidence or definition for this declaration. They believe the council may be following directives from above and question the councilors' commitment to the environment, especially when it comes to implementing polluting projects like lithium mining. The group's goal is to encourage thorough research and investigation before implementing new policies.
• 00:05:00 In this section of the "Rachel Mathews: “Going viral with climate/energy realism” | Tom Nelson Pod #222" YouTube video, Rachel shares her personal journey from being a proponent of solar and wind energy in her 20s to realizing the harmful consequences of these technologies. She explains how she was initially drawn to the idea of harnessing energy from the sun and wind but hadn't researched the topic thoroughly. However, when she became concerned about her town becoming a "15-minute city" and the council's plans to make it carless, she attended a council meeting and learned about the dangers of electric vehicles and their batteries. This led her to research further and discover that solar and wind energy are not as green as they seem. She also mentions the production of hydrogen and the issue of Cobalt mining in the production of batteries. Rachel has found it challenging to get her council to listen to her alternative perspective and has encountered resistance due to the popularity and financial incentives of the green industry.
• 00:10:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Rachel Mathews: ‘Going viral with climate/energy realism’ | Tom Nelson Pod #222", Rachel Mathews shares her experience of educating people about the issues with Electric Vehicles (EVs) and the role of CO2 in climate change. She was initially hesitant to engage in climate change discussions due to her lack of knowledge, but after attending a Net Zero debate and meeting experts like Ralph Ellis, she gained confidence in understanding the science behind it. Mathews explains how she's been able to make small inroads into local council meetings, despite facing resistance from some councilors. She also mentions the growing awareness of climate issues in her community, as evidenced by the increasing number of people engaging in discussions about carbon output and renewable energy.
• 00:15:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Rachel Mathews: “Going viral with climate/energy realism” | Tom Nelson Pod #222", Rachel Mathews discusses the growing interest in climate and energy realism debates, with more people engaging in the conversation and pushing for public debates. The tide is turning, she notes, with even politically ambitious individuals watching the trend and becoming open to debates. Mathews mentions the upcoming debate in Glastenbury, which aims to have a proper back-and-forth discussion between various parties. She also shares her excitement about the viral success of their climate realism messages, which have reached millions of viewers globally. The debate is expected to happen in June or July, and they are hoping for a large turnout to educate the public and put pressure on local councils. Mathews emphasizes the importance of meeting people where they're at and providing information in a digestible way to encourage further research.
• 00:20:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Rachel Mathews: “Going viral with climate/energy realism” | Tom Nelson Pod #222," Rachel Mathews discusses their approach to presenting climate and energy information to local councils. They emphasize the importance of staying calm and reasonable to effectively reach and connect with people. Mathews shares that they have seen success with individuals like Sandy Adams and Kar Cooper, who have also gone viral, and that there are now over 10 Council watches starting up across the country. They also criticize the carbon literacy training being pushed on councils, describing it as manipulative and cultish, and express concern that councilors were planning to roll it out without having gone through the training themselves. The training, which aims to indoctrinate people into climate change beliefs and encourage a carbon-friendly diet, is described as coercive and brainwashing. Mathews hopes that their speech against the training has put councils off from using it. They also mention an incident where a speaker was trying to discuss the Magna Carta but was interrupted and labeled as vexatious.
• 00:25:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Rachel Mathews: “Going viral with climate/energy realism” | Tom Nelson Pod #222", Rachel Mathews shares an experience where she and others were shut down during a local council meeting for questioning the legality of council tax. The council muted their microphones and even called the police on them. Mathews explains that the council's method of demanding payment for council tax, rather than it being a bill that residents agree to, is corrupt. She also mentions that the council has recently implemented new rules to censor and shut down certain topics, specifically climate change, and that they now require people to submit questions ahead of time. Mathews advises those speaking up at local meetings to check their council's constitution regarding filming, have others record, prepare thoroughly, and keep speeches factual and respectful.
• 00:30:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Rachel Mathews: “Going viral with climate/energy realism” | Tom Nelson Pod #222", Rachel Mathews discusses the importance of engaging with local councils and elected officials to promote climate and energy realism. She emphasizes the need to approach conversations calmly and reasonably, as this can be disarming for those who are used to encountering angry opponents. Mathews also suggests reaching out to smaller meetings or local councilors for discussions, and encourages as many people as possible to get involved. She acknowledges the challenges of getting the general population interested in politics and getting independent candidates elected due to the financial resources required for campaigns. The video's creators are planning a fundraiser to help support independent candidates, and they encourage viewers to get involved in their local councils and push for better communication between councilors and constituents.
• 00:35:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Rachel Mathews: “Going viral with climate/energy realism” | Tom Nelson Pod #222", Rachel Mathews discusses the awareness and acceptance of the C40 Cities initiative, which aims to reduce meat and dairy consumption, limit flying, and limit clothing choices by 2030. Mathews expresses her concern that most people are not aware of this initiative and are unlikely to support it. She also mentions the implementation of 15-minute cities and digital currencies, which she believes could limit people's freedom and mobility. Mathews recommends several resources, including Tom Nelson's podcast and the CO2 Coalition website, for those looking to learn more about climate and energy issues. She also mentions the need for funding to continue her work in raising awareness about these issues.
• 00:40:00 In this section of the podcast, Rachel Mathews discusses her passion for raising awareness about the environmental and human costs of so-called "green" technologies. She expresses her frustration with the belief that these technologies are beneficial, despite the damage they cause to the Earth. Mathews shares that she has reached the limit of her ability to produce warning videos and encourages listeners to engage with their local councils to effect change. She emphasizes the importance of speaking out now, as there may come a time when doing so will not be possible. Mathews also mentions her work on YouTube and Twitter, and encourages listeners to get involved in local politics to encourage dialogue and make a difference. She believes that individual action can contribute to the dismantling of the house of cards that is the climate change industry.
• 00:45:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Rachel Mathews: ‘Going viral with climate/energy realism’ | Tom Nelson Pod #222," Rachel Mathews discusses the dangers of solar farms and electric vehicles (EVs). She mentions that over 500 fires caused by EV batteries have occurred in London over the past five years, and questions why the council declares a climate emergency without robust evidence or defining parameters. Mathews also raises concerns about the contamination of water supplies and toxic hazards associated with reducing CO2 emissions. She encourages viewers to watch other speeches by Cheryl and Karina, who have also addressed these issues and provide valuable information on the challenges of putting out EV fires.