Chapter
Media Portrayal of Peak Population Fears
01:32 - 06:04 (04:32)
The podcast discusses the media's portrayal of peak population fears, which often depicts sad and squalid conditions. The speaker talks about a Time magazine cover that emphasizes the need for dramatic programs to increase food production and distribution.
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The idea of controlling population growth through family planning or eugenics resurfaces time and time again, masquerading as a concern for resource distribution, but in reality reflects prejudice against poor people and a desire for control.
01:32 - 02:49 (01:17)
Summary
The idea of controlling population growth through family planning or eugenics resurfaces time and time again, masquerading as a concern for resource distribution, but in reality reflects prejudice against poor people and a desire for control.
ChapterMedia Portrayal of Peak Population Fears
EpisodeThe Population Bomb
PodcastIf Books Could Kill
The podcast discusses the societal anxiety around peak population fears and how it was reanimated through various media and propaganda.
02:49 - 04:29 (01:39)
Summary
The podcast discusses the societal anxiety around peak population fears and how it was reanimated through various media and propaganda.
ChapterMedia Portrayal of Peak Population Fears
EpisodeThe Population Bomb
PodcastIf Books Could Kill
Paul Ehrlich's prediction of a substantial increase in the world death rate due to food scarcity sets the tone for his pessimistic outlook on humanity's ability to feed itself in the upcoming decades.
04:29 - 06:04 (01:35)
Summary
Paul Ehrlich's prediction of a substantial increase in the world death rate due to food scarcity sets the tone for his pessimistic outlook on humanity's ability to feed itself in the upcoming decades.