Planet: Critical is the podcast for a world in crisis. We face severe climate, energy, economic and political breakdown. Journalist Rachel Donald interviews those confronting the crisis, revealing what's really going on—and what needs to be done. <br/><br/><a href="https://planetcritical.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">planetcritical.substack.com</a>
Planet: Critical
Claim This Podcastby Rachel Donald
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Planet: Critical is the podcast for a world in crisis. We face severe climate, energy, economic and political breakdown. Journalist Rachel Donald interviews those confronting the crisis, revealing what's really going on—and what needs to be done. <br/><br/><a href="https://planetcritical.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">planetcritical.substack.com</a>
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Recent Episodes
October 20, 2025
Update on new website
RACHEL shares updates to the Planet: Critical website, seeking feedback on sections, groupings, and design changes to improve user experience.
October 9, 2025
Health Begins With Earth | Sharon Friel
Professor Sharon Friel explores the intersection of planetary and human health, discussing institutional policies hindering effective treatment and the need for medical curricula changes in this interview with the host.
October 2, 2025
China's Leverage | Kenneth Hammond
Professor Kenneth Hammond examines China's deployment of wealth and power, debates the persecution of the Uyghurs, and considers if a sustainable, socialist future can be achieved through centralized forces in this interview.
243 total episodes available with 93 transcripts
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