The Malibu Library Speaker Series Presents CNN's Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir for Earth Month Special Edition
The City of Malibu and LA County Library, in partnership with Pepperdine University is proud to present the first event in the 2025 Malibu Library Speaker Series on Thursday, April 3, at 5:00 PM, with award-winning journalist and CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir. The complimentary event will take place at Pepperdine University’s Elkins Auditorium and is open to the public.
"Bill Weir's ability to illuminate the most pressing issues of our time through storytelling makes him an ideal speaker for this year’s Climate Calling event," said Mayor Doug Stewart. "Malibu is dedicated to environmental education and sustainability, and we are honored to welcome Bill Weir to share his insights on how hope and action can shape a better future."
This free event will explore the power of storytelling in the climate crisis as part of Pepperdine’s Climate Calling 2025 and is part of the City of Malibu’s Earth Month programming.
Weir, a veteran anchor, writer, producer, and host, has reported from all 50 states and more than 50 countries. His work highlights urgent environmental issues and the resilience of communities in the face of climate change. Known for his visually stunning and deeply human storytelling, Weir has earned accolades including a News & Documentary Emmy® Award for his “CNN Special Report: Eating Planet Earth: The Future of Your Food.” His first book, “Life As We Know It (Can Be),” was released in 2024. For more information on Bill Weir, click here.
RSVPs are not required. For more information, including parking and the campus map, contact the Malibu Library at 310-456-6438.
About the Malibu Library Speaker Series
Since 2013, the Malibu Library Speaker Series, a collaboration between the Malibu Library, LA County Library, and the City of Malibu, has featured notable authors, experts, and public figures discussing topics such as science, literature, entertainment, and the environment. The series provides a unique opportunity for the community to engage with thought-provoking ideas.