The Pepper Podcast

Andy and Jai comment on the deceptive art of green-washing, environmental and economic myths, and the fallacy of miracle technological solutions.

Andy and Jai explore the nuanced issue of space debris, its impacts on the environment, and the future obstacles they may present to us.

Andy and Jai explore the unreliability of investigative reports on the ethicality of commercial pet retailers, puppy mills, and suppliers.

Andy and Jai review the impacts of fast fashion on the environment, peoples’ lives, and consumeristic trends.

Andy and Jai analyze the multifaceted issue of fracking in the modern world by exploring the environmental, socio-economic, and political issues of the energy source.

Andy and Jai examine the disastrous effects illegal poaching has on wildlife, people, and the ecosystem.

Andy and Jai discuss the massive issue of global water insecurity and its effects on agriculture, consumption, and politics.

Andy and Jai touch upon the history of monopolies and their current day impacts on local businesses, consumer habits, and the catalysis of the COVID-19 pandemic on the death of local economies.

Andy and Jai discuss the importance that language and culture have in the community with our special guest, Japanese-Consulate JET Program and MEXT Scholarship coordinator, Tye Ebel.

Andy and Jai delve into how social media and technology impacts mental health, sleep habits, and happiness.

Andy and Jai address the issue of gun-violence by exploring school shootings, conflicting data, and attempted gun reform.

Andy and Jai delve into the history of America and immigration, the intricacies of the Immigration Court system, Immigrants in Education, and the concept of the “American Dream” and how it has changed throughout time.

Andy and Jai discuss the effects of the novel coronavirus on school culture, while also delineating the multifaceted problems relating to the shift in virtual/in-person schooling.

Andy and Jai identify key intricacies relating to rising depression rates, provide their own experiences with mental health, and explore healing methods to mitigate stress.

Andy and Jai explore the deeper reality of the prison system, identify interwoven unjust principles that target multiple demographics, and discuss solutions to creating a better society.

Andy and Jai return from a week's hiatus to comment on the current war between Ukraine and Russia, identify factors leading to the conflict, and try to predict future events with NATO, economic sanctions, and a potential World War.

Andy and Jai discuss the vaping/tobacco epidemic and the potential negative effects it has on today’s adolescents while also addressing potential regulations.

Andy and Jai explore the numerous gender and racial disparities prevalent in the medical field and how they negatively impact various peoples and communities.

Andy and Jai investigate the complexities of the numerous types of pollutants, their detrimental effects/misconceptions, and endorse sustainable alternatives.

Andy and Jai explore the negative effects of the American Food Industry, bring light to misleading aspects of manipulative data, and guide listeners to create a more balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Andy and Jai discuss the effect of Inflation and its subtopics on local communities, delineate potential solutions to mitigate further financial losses as well as delve into economic systems and theory.

Andy and Jai delve into the complicated topic of Climate Change, exploring the deeply-rooted issue in our society while also providing possible solutions.