Abby Reyes
Author and director of Community Resilience Projects at UC Irvine whose memoir Truth Demands recounts personal loss linked to oil extraction conflicts and who works on community-owned climate solutions and resilience.
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May 23, 2025 • 58min
Murder, Pollution as Policy, and Two Women Who Won’t Give Up
In this insightful conversation, Alexis Madrigal, Co-Host of KQED’s Forum and author, delves into the impact of global trade on pollution in West Oakland. He reveals how urban planning choices since the 1930s have oppressed marginalized communities. Margaret Gordon emphasizes grassroots activism against fossil fuel pollution, showcasing community resilience. Abby Reyes shares heart-wrenching stories from environmental defenders and their struggles with loss, blending themes of grief and joy. Together, they highlight the fight for environmental justice and collective action.
Mar 21, 2026 • 1h 4min
Transforming Colonization, Extractivism & Socio-Ecological Injustice: Casey Camp-Horinek, Osprey Orielle Lake, Abby Reyes & Rae Abileah
Casey Camp-Horinek, Ponca elder and Hereditary Drumkeeper who centers Indigenous sovereignty. Osprey Orielle Lake, climate justice leader and WECAN founder who lifts up women's and Indigenous leadership. Abby Reyes, author and resilience director who links personal loss to extractive harms. They tackle colonization, extractivism, legal victories for Indigenous rights, community-rooted action, and paths toward collective healing.
May 23, 2025 • 1h 59min
#749 Murder, Grief & Activism - Abby Reyes
Abby Reyes, an author, lawyer, and climate justice leader, discusses her poignant journey of activism and healing after the tragic loss of her partner. She shares how mindfulness techniques help her navigate grief amidst her fight for climate justice, linking personal loss to broader systemic issues. Abby delves into the emotional complexities of writing as a coping mechanism and emphasizes the power of storytelling in fostering resilience. Prepare for a heartfelt exploration of grief, activism, and the healing potential of sharing our stories.
