Curry Café: Faith, the Environment, and Renewable Energy

30/11/2025 59 min
Curry Café: Faith, the Environment, and Renewable Energy

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Curry Café, hosts Ray Gary and Rick McNamer speak with Jim and Louise Abbott, a retired Lutheran pastor and a developmental biologist, about faith, environmental issues, and sustainable living. They explore the challenges of interpreting scripture in modern society and the divisive role of politics in matters of faith. The conversation shifts to environmental health, discussing the dangers of heavy metals, microplastics, and climate change. The Abbotts share insights from their recent solar panel installation, highlighting technological advances, financial incentives, and the broader impact on reducing carbon footprints. The episode encourages personal responsibility, collective action, and adaptation of renewable energy for a healthier future.

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Hosts: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer; Producers: Ray Gary, Rick McNamer
Intro and end music by Kat Liddell. Used with permission.

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