This episode of Going Green (a SPACES podcast story) explores the environmental policies and approaches of the Clinton and George W. Bush administrations. It highlights the influence of the oil industry on the US government and the challenges faced in addressing climate change. The episode also touches on the manipulation of public perception and the impact of campaigns by oil companies. The conversation explores various tactics used by corporations and the government to shape public opinion and influence environmental policies. We highlight the technique of astroturfing, the manipulation of emotions in messaging campaigns, and the funding of nonprofit organizations by corporations. The episode also examines the lead up to the Deepwater Horizon disaster. Subscribe to SPACES Podcast Episode Extras - Photos, videos, sources and links to additional content I found during my research. Check out the Going Green Soundtrack on Spotify Episode Credits: Production by Gābl Media Written by Dimitrius Lynch Executive Produced by Dimitrius Lynch Audio Engineering and Sound Design by Jeff Alvarez Archival Audio courtesy of: CSPAN-Richardson, AP Archive, CBS News-Clinton, CSPAN-Browner, Texas Parks and Wildlife, CSPAN-Kendall, CSPAN-Cooney, kathiamalcom, mpdrsn, Reelblack One, climatebrad, Politics Dude, CSPAN-Davis, CSPAN-Norton, CSPAN-Energy Issues, CNN Mentioned in this episode: Gabl Membership Context & Clarity All Access a...