Preppers
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Podcast Overview
<p>In the popular imagination preppers are eccentric, hoarder types with a fondness for tinned pineapple and a belief that ‘the end of the world as we know it’ is on its way. But as we move into an era that marks time by the rate and severity of disasters – with a pandemic in the rear view and more black summers out ahead – isn’t it about time we all started to prepare? </p> <p> As heat records break and the weather becomes wilder, are we preparing hard and fast enough for the climate changes that are coming? And what’s happening at UNSW and beyond to get us ready? Investigative humorist and climate action enthusiast Dan Ilic, presents Preppers, a new podcast by the <a href="https://unswcentreforideas.com/">UNSW Centre for Ideas</a>. </p> <p>Are you getting ready?</p>
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September 11, 2024
Preppers Episode 5: A Change of Heart
<p>When it comes to climate change, answers can be difficult to nail down. Will the world reach net zero in time? What does a climate change future even look like? Will the changes come in my lifetime – or is it my kids or grandkids who will suffer? With every uncertainty, you can feel your head sink a little deeper into the sand...</p> <p>What is it about our lives, and the way we do, or don’t, think about climate change, that makes it so difficult to change our behaviors? And what’s being done to help motivate people in high-risk areas to prepare?</p> <p>This episode features: </p> <ul> <li>Ray Langenfelds – Atmospheric Scientist, CSIRO</li> <li>Tommy Wiedmann – Professor of Sustainability, UNSW Engineering</li> <li>Ben Newell – Professor of Psychology, UNSW Science</li> <li>Candice Boyd – Associate Producer of Geography and Registered Clinical Psychologist, University of Melbourne</li> <li>Jeremy Moss – Professor of Philosophy, UNSW Arts, Design and Architecture</li> <li>Brian Cook – Associate Professor of Geography, University of Melbourne</li> </ul> <p><em>Preppers</em> is created by the <a href="https://unswcentreforideas.com/">UNSW Centre for Ideas</a>. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
August 23, 2024
Preppers Episode 2: The End of the World As We Know It
<p>The Earth is cracking under the weight of our expectations, with growth held up as the economic north star. Meanwhile, wildlife populations are collapsing, the ocean is acidifying, and carbon emissions are still increasing. Despite everything we know about what’s wrong and what to do about it, we cling to our current way of life.</p> <p>Civilizations have collapsed before. Could it be happening again? And if it is, what can we be doing to prepare for it?</p> <p>This episode features: </p> <ul> <li>Richard Kingsford – Professor of Ecology and Director of the Centre for Ecosystem Science, UNSW Science</li> <li>Tommy Wiedmann – Professor of Sustainability, UNSW Engineering</li> <li>Mark Diesendorf – Associate Professor of Environmental Studies, UNSW Sydney</li> <li>Jem Bendell – Emeritus Professor of Sustainability Leadership, University of Cumbria</li> </ul> <p><em>Preppers</em> is created by the <a href="https://unswcentreforideas.com/">UNSW Centre for Ideas</a>. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
August 23, 2024
Preppers Episode 4: Meltdown
<p>We. Love. Heat. Bring on the summer! Right? But as each month sees another heat record broken, should we start thinking about heat differently?</p> <p>What’s happening on a local and global level to prepare us for extreme weather events – and for a much sweatier future?</p> <p>This episode features: </p> <ul> <li>Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick – Professor of Climate Science, ANU</li> <li>Lan Ding – Associate Professor of Built Environment, UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture </li> <li>William Craft – Sustainable Design Researcher, UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture</li> <li>Shayne Gary – Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship, UNSW Business School</li> <li>Giovanni Cunico – PhD Candidate, UNSW Business School</li> <li>Tommy Wiedmann – Professor of Sustainability, UNSW Engineering</li> <li>Tim Howlett – Team Leader Growth Planning Projects, Dubbo Regional Council</li> </ul> <p><em>Preppers</em> is created by the <a href="https://unswcentreforideas.com/">UNSW Centre for Ideas</a>. </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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- What is Preppers?
<p>In the popular imagination preppers are eccentric, hoarder types with a fondness for tinned pineapple and a belief that ‘the end of the world as we know it’ is on its way. But as we move into an era that marks time by the rate and severity of disasters – with a pandemic in the rear view and more black summers out ahead – isn’t it about time we all started to prepare? </p> <p> As heat records break and the weather becomes wilder, are we preparing hard and fast enough for the climate changes that are coming? And what’s happening at UNSW and beyond to get us ready? Investigative humorist and climate action enthusiast Dan Ilic, presents Preppers, a new podcast by the <a href="https://unswcentreforideas.com/">UNSW Centre for Ideas</a>. </p> <p>Are you getting ready?</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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