Isaias Hernandez
@isaiashernandez.bsky.social
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Environmentalist bringing stories around climate, culture, and education. Linktr.ee/queerbrownvegan
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It’s official I’m writing my first-ever debut book, Dear Environmentalist. Thank you to my team at
@timberpress.bsky.social
@clairemharris.bsky.social
and
@psliterary.bsky.social
for believing in this book. I can’t wait to share more details soon.
6 months ago
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White supremacy is killing the planet and people.
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Behind the scenes photos interviewing a PhD Mycologist. Who knew the world of fungi is so diverse! We need more mycologists in the field! Do you know of others?
#fungi
#biodiversity
#academia
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Learning about fungi with a talented PhD Mycologist & Author, Dr, Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian Watch the full episode below ⬇️
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#mycology
#nycologist
#science
#academia
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My first time licking a mushroom on a video? Well… Watch the full episode below ⬇️
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3 days ago
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I am pleased to announce the release of my latest article in the Observatory. I believe the findings and discussions presented here contribute meaningfully to our understanding of queer ecology.
#academia
#science
#education
#queer
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How Queer Ecology Reveals the Diversity of Nature and Human Experience
https://observatory.wiki/How_Queer_Ecology_Reveals_the_Diversity_of_Nature_and_Human_Experience
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Why do we fear fungi? A mycologist shares with me the word mycophobia Watch the full episode below ⬇️
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10 days ago
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One of the most lifesaving inventions comes from fungi. Did you know? Watch the full episode below ⬇️
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13 days ago
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Foraging Reishi mushroom with a mycologist eeep!! Watch the full video of my indepdent web series :)
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17 days ago
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So much of the land we move through has been reshaped by human hands, and generations of ecological knowledge have been pushed aside. My latest for
@safinacenter.bsky.social
, check it out!
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Native Plants and the Theodore Payne Foundation — The Safina Center
By Safina Center Conservation Videography Fellow Isaias Hernandez
https://www.safinacenter.org/blog/native-plants-and-the-theodore-payne-foundation
21 days ago
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Why are fungi misunderstood? Mycologist & Author Patricia Kaishian shares with me why.
#fungi
#science
#education
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21 days ago
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How are fungi different from plants 🌱? Find out more on my independent web series, Teaching Climate Together ⬇️
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22 days ago
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Fungi are pretty cool, they provide home for other biodiversity! 🍄 Watch the full episode ⬇️
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23 days ago
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Mycologists estimate that just 3 to 5 percent of global fungal biodiversity has been described, with millions of fungal species still waiting to be identified. My latest for Substack exploring Mycology and learning from a PhD Mycologist around the world of fungi.
#mycology
#fungi
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Mycology: The Secret Life Of Fungi
Mycologists estimate that just 3 to 5 percent of global fungal biodiversity has been described, with millions of fungal species still waiting to be identified.
https://open.substack.com/pub/dearenvironmentalist/p/mycology-the-secret-life-of-fungi?r=620u9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
27 days ago
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I asked a PhD Mycologist how to pronounce the word fungi. And I didn’t know you can pronounce it 4 different variations 🤯 Supports my independent web series, Teaching Climate Together, to watch the full episode!
youtu.be/XssNEhhUJMU?...
#fungi
#mycology
#science
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28 days ago
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Slime molds are not fungus! For my independent web series, Teaching Climate Together, I worked with a talented PhD Mycologist & Author to share with me the importance of fungi! Watch the full episode ⬇️
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29 days ago
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Why is the field of mycology heavily understudied? I talked to a PhD mycologist on her personal journey in studying fungi. Tune into the full story below 👇
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30 days ago
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Mycology: The Secret Life Of Fungi is now live 🍄! I hope you all enjoy this special episode that was shot with a PhD Mycologists. Our fungi are so essential for a healthy planet 🌎!
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Mycology: The Secret Life Of Fungi ft. Dr. Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian
YouTube video by Isaias Hernandez
https://youtu.be/XssNEhhUJMU?si=TKNtJUhz88bGmPnk
30 days ago
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I’m excited to announce, my episode on Mycology with a talented PhD Mycology Dr. Patricia Ononiwu Kaishian is now live. Consider supporting by watching the full episode below ⬇️
youtu.be/XssNEhhUJMU?...
#mycology
#mycologist
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about 1 month ago
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I can’t believe my manuscript draft for my first debut book, Dear Environmentalist, is due end of next month. I’ve been writing away every day slowly and surely nurturing this creative project. I can’t wait for you all to pre order it in the future.
about 1 month ago
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reposted by
Isaias Hernandez
The Safina Center
about 2 months ago
TSC Fellow
@isaiashernandez.bsky.social
on
#climate
storytelling: "[Climate storytelling] transforms charts and numbers into living tales of place and kinship, reminding us that rising seas, burning forests, and shifting seasons are not abstractions; they are woven into our daily lives."
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Storytelling Will Save the Earth — The Safina Center
By Safina Center Conservation Videography Fellow Isaias Hernandez
https://www.safinacenter.org/blog/storytelling-will-save-the-earth
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My latest blog for
@safinacenter.bsky.social
on Climate Storytelling! In a world where creativity, intelligence, and literacy are being devalued, storytelling is needed more than ever. Check out the full post below.
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Storytelling Will Save the Earth — The Safina Center
By Safina Center Conservation Videography Fellow Isaias Hernandez
https://www.safinacenter.org/blog/storytelling-will-save-the-earth
about 2 months ago
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Isaias Hernandez
SEJ — Society of Environmental Journalists
about 2 months ago
It’s easy to catch attention with stories about transitioning clownfish or same-sex albatross parenting. But as
@isaiashernandez.bsky.social
explains, queer ecology offers journalists an important perspective for covering environmental risks.
#SEJournalFeature
:
www.sej.org/publications...
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Isaias Hernandez
Water Hub
about 2 months ago
As social media surpasses TV as the top news source, people are turning to creators they trust for information. Read the recap of our convo with @isaiashernandez.bsky.social & @climateadvocacylab.bsky.social on working with creators for water & climate storytelling:
waterhub.org/lessons-from...
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Lessons from Queer Brown Vegan on how to work with creators
Environmental educator Isaias Hernandez (Queer Brown Vegan) breaks down best practices for climate orgs: pay creators, build relationships, give creative freedom.
https://waterhub.org/lessons-from-queer-brown-vegan-on-how-to-work-with-creators/
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My first-ever piece is now live on
@sejorg.bsky.social
, discussing queer ecology! I'm eager to continue expanding my writing skills!
www.sej.org/publications...
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Queer Ecology — A Powerful Lens for Reporting on Environmental Injustice
Queer ecology is an evolving field that challenges traditional assumptions in science and explores LGBTQ+ experiences in an ecological context. It’s easy to catch your audience’s attention with storie...
https://www.sej.org/publications/features/queer-ecology-powerful-lens-reporting-environmental-injustice
about 2 months ago
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Isaias Hernandez
Water Hub
2 months ago
Curious about working with creators to make water & climate issues more relatable? Join us, @climateadvocacylab.bsky.social, and @isaiashernandez.bsky.social on 10/29 for a hands-on convo where you can workshop your ideas for climate & water storytelling! Register here:
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Isaias Hernandez
Water Hub
3 months ago
ICYMI, check out what went out in our latest Water Cooler newsletter 👇 - A webinar hosted with @isaiashernandez.bsky.social and @climateadvocacylab.bsky.social - New on "Sponge Park" in Atlanta's Vine City - New videos we produced for a partner Check it out:
waterhub.org/october-wate...
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October Water Cooler: From Montana, with water love 💙
Jessica writes about the Water Hub's 2026 visioning, trainings, and new videos
https://waterhub.org/october-water-cooler-2025/
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Isaias Hernandez
Water Hub
3 months ago
Too often, water & climate discussions stay in expert circles. Creators can help decode & translate these issues to connect with a wider audience. Join us & @climateadvocacylab.bsky.social on 10/29 for a convo with @isaiashernandez.bsky.social on creator partnerships! Register:
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How do you protect your home from wildfire? I spoke to Erik Blank, Horticulturalist & Educator at Theodore Payne Foundation. Check out the full episode below ⬇️
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3 months ago
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Hear more of what the Executive Director at Theodore Payne Foundation has to say! Watch the full episode below ⬇️
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3 months ago
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Isaias Hernandez
Water Hub
3 months ago
Now more than ever, trusted messengers matter. Join us for a conversation with @isaiashernandez.bsky.social and @climateadvocacylab.bsky.social on 10/29 about partnering with creators to make water & climate work more relatable and impactful. Register here:
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Can’t believe more than 3k+ people have watched my episode on Local Ecology. Behind the scenes images we did at Theodore Payne Foundation functioning as a native plant nursery. Consider watching the episode below ⬇️
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3 months ago
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Why are grass lawns preferred over native plant species? Consider watching the full episode of my web series below ⬇️
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3 months ago
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I wrote a recent post on local ecology and why native plants are magical on Substack. Recommend you check it out!
#climatescience
#climateeducation
#sustainability
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Local Ecology: Why Native Plants Are Magical To Restoring Ecosystems
Local ecology is about remembering that every place carries its own history of life. It’s the study and care of the relationships that exist right where we stand, including the flora, fauna, and fungi
https://dearenvironmentalist.substack.com/p/local-ecology-why-native-plants-are
3 months ago
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Did you know native plants are pretty rad? Find out more on the episode I did on local ecology!
#climate
#education
#sustainability
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3 months ago
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Native plants are a climate solution. Stop planting non native plant species. Consider watching the full episode below ⬇️
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3 months ago
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Do native plants matter? Well yes! They are a climate solution. Excited to share that Season 2 of my web series, Teaching Climate Together, is now live ✨
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Local Ecology: Why Native Plants Matter for California’s Future (ft. Theodore Payne Foundation)
YouTube video by Isaias Hernandez
https://youtu.be/EGHnpGuKG2c?si=NcgOJc0JHlcQhWPo
3 months ago
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Everytime I’ve gone to climate conferences they only serve meat and dairy. If I’m lucky the salad won’t come with cheese or dairy dressing 😣. It’s time we restructure the global food system for sure!
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3 months ago
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Isaias Hernandez
Yale Climate Connections
3 months ago
We are thrilled to announce our advisory board! It's an honor to get to learn from these incredible people. @isaiashernandez.bsky.social @rachelreports.bsky.social @caseymm.bsky.social @frankwords.bsky.social
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Yale Climate Connections
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@isaiashernandez.bsky.social
is an environmentalist, educator, and communicator devoted to improving environmental literacy through content creation, storytelling, and public engagements.
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Is anyone coming to Climate Week NYC? I’m hosting a rad event below ⬇️!
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SYMBIOFUTURES
Join us for Symbio Futures at New York Climate Week
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/symbiofutures-tickets-1587094344909
4 months ago
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Because of how our media systems are set up, you’re primarily going to hear about bad news. Sadness and anger both drive more clicks than joy and even huge media companies want to get their engagement up. 5 Environmental Problems We Fixed. My latest Substack post is now live!
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Five Environmental Problems We Fixed In The U.S.
Because looking back at the historical wins can guide to how we influence environmental policies.
https://substack.com/home/post/p-173276485
4 months ago
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The United States has the largest amount of data centers. According to Statistia, since March 2025, the United States has 5,426 data centers. While other countries have less than a thousand. All of these data centers increasing should be a concern for everyone.
4 months ago
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Animism is a way of thinking that sees all things as animate - lakes, oceans, rocks, man-made objects, hillsides, mountains, plants, and animals, you name it. They are all experiencing, just as we are. New post for Substack below!
#climate
#sustainability
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Animism: The Animate World Around Us
Animism is a way of thinking that sees all things as animate - lakes, oceans, rocks, man-made objects, hillsides, mountains, plants, and animals, you name it.
https://dearenvironmentalist.substack.com/p/animism-the-animate-world-around
4 months ago
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Is anyone coming to Climate Week NYC? I'm hosting an event on Tuesday, September 23. We are bringing back the Symbiocene for its 3rd and possibly last time in NYC. Consider coming before tickets are sold out!
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4 months ago
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Five environmental beliefs I phased out 📕 ✏️
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Five Environmental Beliefs I Phased Out
Let’s be clear: you will never solve a systemic issue alone; you have to carry that weight with other people. Normalize imperfection, or we won’t get to the world we want to build.
https://open.substack.com/pub/dearenvironmentalist/p/five-environmental-beliefs-i-phased?r=620u9&utm_medium=ios
5 months ago
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Please buy my friends book 📕 ♥️!!!
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5 months ago
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Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Climate Chaos Plan will eliminate the Endangerment Finding, which requires the EPA to protect people from the pollution produced by burning fossil fuels that causes climate change. Help me take action and read my full article below.
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The EPA Is In Danger: Why You Should Care About the EPA’s Proposal To Rescind the Endangerment Finding And How To Help
EPA Administrator Lee Zedlin is moving forward with plans to dismantle the Endangerment Finding. Trump and Zeldin’s efforts in pushing the Climate Chaos Plan should be ringing alarm bells.
https://open.substack.com/pub/dearenvironmentalist/p/the-epa-is-in-danger-why-you-should?r=620u9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
5 months ago
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I’ve been writing for months for my first book. And I’m looking to ask authors who have written books: what has helped you navigate writers block on certain parts of your book?
5 months ago
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Can consumers actually change the food system by what they purchase? Well, yes, and no and here’s how… My latest Substack with
@nongmoproject.bsky.social
. Consider reading the article below!
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“Consumer Choice Is An Illusion”, But What If It Wasn’t And Here’s How You Can Shift Power In The Food System By What You Buy
Can consumers actually change the food system by what they purchase? Well, yes, and no and here’s how…
https://open.substack.com/pub/dearenvironmentalist/p/consumer-choice-is-an-illusion-but?r=620u9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
5 months ago
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The phrase' third time's the charm' has been my mantra for everything I do in life. I had to fail twice before getting it right on my third chance. My latest Substack is for Dear Environmentalist, where I share my reflection of failure, struggle, and self-doubt.
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Third Times The Charm: How I Got My Book Deal, A Blessed Yet Cursed Journey
It finally happened. I got my book deal for my first-ever debut, Dear Environmentalist. But before the celebration, there were a lot of no's. It took me three tries to get it right...
https://dearenvironmentalist.substack.com/p/third-times-the-charm-how-i-got-my
6 months ago
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