- link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Arbor Day Foundation Podcast Features CEO of TreePeople in Latest Episode https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346496?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346496?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346496?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Arbor Day Foundation Podcast Features CEO of TreePeople in Latest Episode&body=News from Arbor Day Foundation https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1346496?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Environment](/categories/environment) # Arbor Day Foundation Podcast Features CEO of TreePeople in Latest Episode ##### “Unearthing Optimism” podcast explores hope, nature, and the future of the planet Oct 19, 2026 8:33 AM ET ![Arbor Day Foundation logo](https://3blcdn.com/styles/carousel_2x/s3/2026-10/Logo_ArborDayFoundation_Forest_RGB_3000x765_Hz_39-1_1792182507.png "Listen to the Arbor Day Foundation's podcast "Unearthing Optimism" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.") Listen to the Arbor Day Foundation's podcast "Unearthing Optimism" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. LINCOLN, Neb., October 19, 2026 /3BL/ - Dr. Cassie Rauser, CEO of TreePeople, joins the Arbor Day Foundation in episode 10 of its podcast, [“Unearthing Optimism.”](https://www.arborday.org/perspectives/category/unearthing-optimism-podcast) TreePeople is an environmental nonprofit based in Southern California working at the intersection of science, policy, and community. In a conversation with CEO and host [Dan Lambe](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-lambe-8ba7aa4/), Dr. Cassie Rauser shares what it takes to foster environmental resilience across the diverse landscapes of Los Angeles and how trees can help. “Cassie’s scientific expertise and deep knowledge of Los Angeles made for a compelling conversation about how trees can help people and communities thrive,” said Lambe. “In a time when it’s easy to feel overcome by challenges, this podcast is a way for people to embrace hope. We’re grateful for the many listeners who are joining us on this journey.” “Unearthing Optimism” is a new kind of climate conversation, featuring a series of influential and trusted voices shaping culture, science, and how we understand our changing world. It’s available to stream or download on all major podcasting platforms including [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/4clbAIouNGZChHR6vLgQIV?si=16bb16d7700a435f), [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unearthing-optimism/id1866959232), and [Amazon Music](https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1c5f9f29-f054-48f4-b8b0-5faa1267f008/unearthing-optimism). The podcast is produced in part by the Arbor Day Foundation, the world’s largest tree planting nonprofit. Since its founding in 1972, the Arbor Day Foundation has helped to plant more than 500 million trees. **About the Arbor Day Foundation** The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. They foster a growing community of more than 1 million leaders, innovators, planters, and supporters united by their bold belief that a more hopeful future can be shaped through the power of trees. For more than 50 years, they’ve answered critical need with action, planting more than half a billion trees alongside their partners. And this is only the beginning. The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursuing a future where all life flourishes through the power of trees. Learn more at [arborday.org](https://www.arborday.org/). \### [![Arbor Day Foundation Logo](/sites/default/files/2024-11/Logo_ArborDayFoundation_Forest_RGB_3000x765_Hz.png)](/profiles/arbor-day-foundation) ### More from Arbor Day Foundation ###### [Arbor Day Foundation Surpasses Two-Thirds Mark in Pledge To Plant 10 Million Trees After Hurricanes Helene, Milton ](/news/arbor-day-foundation-surpasses-two-thirds-mark-pledge-plant-10-million-trees-after-hurricanes) Oct 9, 2026 8:26 AM ET ###### [Arbor Day Foundation Marks Green Sports Day by Celebrating Its Corporate Sports Partners ](/news/arbor-day-foundation-marks-green-sports-day-celebrating-its-corporate-sports-partners) Oct 6, 2026 2:00 PM ET ###### [Arbor Day Foundation Invests in Wildfire Resilience Technology Through Its Impact Fund ](/news/arbor-day-foundation-invests-wildfire-resilience-technology-through-its-impact-fund) Oct 5, 2026 10:34 AM ET ###### [Arbor Day Foundation Podcast Features Associated Press Global Climate and Environmental News Director in Latest Episode](/news/arbor-day-foundation-podcast-features-associated-press-global-climate-and-environmental-news) Sep 22, 2026 8:12 AM ET ###### [Arbor Day Foundation Using New Data Layer To Quantify the People Impacted by Trees Planted in Communities](/news/arbor-day-foundation-using-new-data-layer-quantify-people-impacted-trees-planted-communities) Sep 21, 2026 8:33 AM ET ###### [SavATree and the Arbor Day Foundation Launch National Reforestation Partnership To Restore Forests Damaged by Disasters ](/news/savatree-and-arbor-day-foundation-launch-national-reforestation-partnership-restore-forests) Sep 1, 2026 8:30 AM ET ###### [Outdoor Adventurer Dylan Efron Joins Arbor Day Foundation Podcast In Latest Episode ](/news/outdoor-adventurer-dylan-efron-joins-arbor-day-foundation-podcast-latest-episode) Aug 17, 2026 8:05 AM ET ###### [Hank Green Joins Arbor Day Foundation Podcast in Latest Episode](/news/hank-green-joins-arbor-day-foundation-podcast-latest-episode) Jul 20, 2026 8:04 AM ET