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Debating the Existence of an Insect Apocalypse
17:22 - 23:06 (05:44)
The land area of virgin forests is shrinking, while biofuels and tree plantations are growing, and they are not as alive as old growth forests. There is a debate about whether or not there is an insect apocalypse, part of the "save the world" narrative.
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This podcast explores how the "save the world" narrative can be dangerous and how it can be used to manipulate people in what they believe, using the historical example of eugenics.
17:22 - 18:20 (00:57)
Narrative, Danger
Summary
This podcast explores how the "save the world" narrative can be dangerous and how it can be used to manipulate people in what they believe, using the historical example of eugenics.
ChapterDebating the Existence of an Insect Apocalypse
Episode#382 - Charles Eisenstein - Why Is The Climate Debate Such A Mess?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The decline of insect numbers and biomass is rapidly occurring in many places, affecting the biodiversity of the planet, including forests and other ecosystems.
18:21 - 23:06 (04:45)
biodiversity
Summary
The decline of insect numbers and biomass is rapidly occurring in many places, affecting the biodiversity of the planet, including forests and other ecosystems.