In this episode of The Not Quite Pod, Charlie chats with Abbie, a seasoned broadcaster and content creator known for her work in weather presenting and sustainable storytelling. From her unexpected entry into the media industry to co-hosting the Green Queens podcast, Abbie shares her journey, the realities of working in broadcasting, and her passion for making climate conversations more accessible.

They dive into the challenges of breaking into media, the evolution of podcasting, the importance of inclusive sustainability, and how small changes can make a big impact. Abbie also opens up about the outdated “weather girl” label and why language in media still matters.

📍 Chapters  

00:00 – Intro to Abbie  

02:51 – How Abbie Got Into Weather Presenting  

06:35 – Learning on the Job & Making Climate Accessible  

10:05 – Advice for Breaking Into Broadcasting  

15:29 – The Rise of Podcasting & Media Shifts  

24:28 – Launching the Green Queens Podcast  

29:25 – Are We Past the Point of No Return?  

33:30 – Accessibility in Sustainability (EVs & Disability)  

41:47 – Where Abbie’s Passion for Sustainability Began  

51:33 – Easy Everyday Sustainable Swaps  

56:44 – Charity Shops, Thrift Culture & Fast Fashion  

01:03:20 – The Not Quite Pod Question

Abbie's Links

🎙️ Green Queens Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/green-queens-podcast 

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GreenQueensPod 

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbiedewhurst 

🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbiedewhurst 

🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/abbiedewhurst

🔗 The Not Quite Pod  

🌐 Website: https://www.nqpc.co.uk/ 

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🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7 

🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301