Presenting: Metra: A Climate Revolution with Songs

In this episode of Forgive Me!, host introduces Metra: A Climate Revolution with Songs, a serialized audio podcast created by married duo Emily and Ned Hartford. Set in the year 2043, the story unfolds in a world ravaged by climate collapse—scorching temperatures, water scarcity, and the rise of elite 'bubble cities' insulated from environmental devastation. At the heart of the narrative is Cory, a disillusioned modern-day woman who is unexpectedly contacted by Aglafanos, a tree nymph from ancient myth, who reveals that Cory is the reincarnated Metra—a legendary figure tied to a forgotten myth that holds the key to saving the planet. Through a surreal journey of memory and myth, Cory is guided through her past lives to reclaim her power and lead a revolution rooted in transformative storytelling and ecological magic. The podcast blends myth, music, and dark humor to explore how changing narratives can change the world. With a stellar cast including Tony-nominated Jeanette Bayardel and a score by Tom Moby, Metra presents a bold, imaginative, and emotionally resonant vision of climate resistance. The episode concludes with a promotional segment for DM2GM, a podcast that helps newcomers navigate tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons, emphasizing community, accessibility, and shared storytelling. The tone of the episode is both whimsical and urgent, blending satire with deep ecological concern. It positions Metra not just as entertainment, but as a call to action: to rewrite the myths that sustain our broken systems and imagine new ones that foster hope, unity, and planetary healing.