The Most Dangerous Technology in the World? - Wim Carton | #66

About this episode

The episode discusses the potential dangers of geoengineering with guest Wim Carton, highlighting insights from his work on climate politics.

Geoengineering might sound nice in theory, but the consequences could be disastrous. Today's guest, Wim Carton, co-wrote The Long Heat with Andreas Malm, which helps paint the full picture. Grab your copy of The Long Heat here! Support the show by checking out: ProtonVPN (gold-standard VPN—fast and safe. Click the link to get 55% off VPN Plus: $4.49/mo). ZBiotics (Decrease impact of hangovers. Code: JESSEDAMIANI for 10% off), MUD\WTR (43% off starter kits), 1Password (simplify your life and increase digital safety), Mission Farms CBD (healthy, effective CBD for relief, sleep, and wellbeing—25% off with email). BIO: Wim Carton is Associate Professor of Sustainability Science at Lund University, Sweden. He’s the author of over 20 academic articles and book chapters on climate politics. His work has appeared in top journals such as Nature Climate Change , WIRES Climate Change and Antipode . He co-wrote both Overshoot: How the World Surrendered to Climate Breakdown and The Long Heat: Climate Politics When It’s Too Late with Andreas Malm. It is a loud, chaotic time. There are so many worrying developments that demand our immediate attention, action, and solidarity. I know that we all…

People in this episode

Host: Jesse Damiani

Guest: Wim Carton

Topics covered

• geoengineering
• climate politics
• sustainability
• environmental consequences
• technology

Keywords

• geoengineering
• climate change
• Wim Carton
• The Long Heat
• sustainability
• climate politics
• environmental impact

Sponsors

ProtonVPN, ZBiotics, MUD, 1Password, Mission Farms CBD

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lund University

Books & works: The Long Heat, Overshoot: How the World Surrendered to Climate Breakdown

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