'Bill Nye the Science Guy' on a mission to save the planet

Scientist and TV personaity Bill Nye 'The Science Guy'
Scientist and TV personaity Bill Nye 'The Science Guy' attends an In Conversation at Barnes & Noble Union Square on July 10, 2017 in New York City.
Michael Loccisano | Getty Images

Best known for his Emmy Award-winning kids show, Bill Nye is now talking to adults. He's on a mission to stop the spread of anti-scientific thinking, particularly about climate change and the environment.

"Bill Nye: Science Guy" is the name of his new documentary. In it, he speaks with climate change deniers, and travels the world to show the causes and effects of climate change.

Nye says science education and scientific thinking are critical, and innovation is invaluable. He emphasizes that humans "are in charge! Let's make good management decisions!"

He believes many good solutions are at hand, and "if you think you can't do it, you sure as hell won't."

Political Coverage Powered by You

Your gift today creates a more connected Minnesota. MPR News is your trusted resource for election coverage, reporting and breaking news. With your support, MPR News brings accessible, courageous journalism and authentic conversation to everyone - free of paywalls and barriers. Your gift makes a difference.

Nye says there are three things everyone needs, all over the world: 1) clean water, 2) reliable electricity, and 3) access to the internet.

The former engineer believes science education is vital, and his own love of science deepened after taking a class from Carl Sagan.

The Commonwealth Club of California's "Climate One" series is hosted by Greg Dalton. He interviewed Nye and the documentary filmmaker, Jason Sussberg.

To listen to their conversation, click the audio player above.