Crazy Town
Post Carbon InstituteWith equal parts humor and in-depth analysis, Asher, Rob, and Jason safeguard their sanity while probing crazy-making topics like climate change, overshoot, runaway capitalism, and why we’re all deluding ourselves. Each fortnightly episode helps you understand the “Great Unraveling” of our environmental and social systems and describes how we can make the transition to a sustainable and equitable ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 175 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Earth SciencesNatureScience | |||
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What if the greatest strength of modern civilization—its incredible complexity—is also its greatest weakness?
In Part 2 of our six-part summer series, Finding Crazy Town, producer Alex Leff continues investigating the mysterious disappearance of Jas... more
The world has lost a voice of clear, truth-telling wisdom—a man whose work reached millions of people and fundamentally changed the lives of thousands.
Richard Heinberg was regarded as one of the world’s foremost advocates for a shift away from our ... more
What happens when the global economy depends on fish traveling 10,000 miles, oil flowing through a single strait, and enough cheap fossil fuel energy to build civilizations that previous generations couldn't even imagine?
In Part 1 of our six-part s... more
With the churn of daily news growing more apocalyptic by the headline, and with earth scientists competing ferociously for the title of “gloomiest doomer,” it’s time for some fun (or at least making fun) with a new fantasy-football-style draft. This ... more
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When I see there’s a new episode from you guys I get SO HAPPY!!!
Apple Podcasts5kindabrave
Australia2 months ago - Humor in the great unraveling
Many thanks for the hosts, this podcast helps me stay mildly sane in this insane society.
Apple Podcasts5Nickisfine
United States3 months ago - Thank you
Great podcast, It's so great to listen to people that understand the human predicament. You make my day.
Apple Podcasts5DomChob
Canada4 months ago - Be Frodo!
I’ve been saying this for a couple decades now. He took on a task that looked absolutely impossible and he ‘failed’ in the end when he claimed the ring for himself. It was because he persisted throughout the hopeless journey that the Ring was destroyed. His courage got the Ring to where success was possible even if he did not personally succeed in throwing it into the fires of Mt Doom.
Be Frodo!
Apple Podcasts5カタカナディアンCanada10 months ago - Making guilt trips fun
"Air conditioning is cooling off my little enclosed space by heating up the rest of the world" is now burned into my soul with the force of 1000 Catholic-grade guilt trips. Thanks guys. I'll want the Crazy Town theme song played at my funeral if I don't make it through the heat wave of the coming week.
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Apple Podcasts | #22 | United States/Science/Earth Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #8 |  United Kingdom/Science/Earth Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #25 | Canada/Science/Earth Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #141 | United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #26 | Australia/Science/Earth Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #37 |  France/Science/Earth Sciences |
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What is Crazy Town about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A sharp, humor-infused deep-dive into climate, sustainability, and societal collapse, blending rigorous analysis with accessible banter. Topics span ocean dynamics (AMOC), El Niño scenarios, dam removals, energy transitions, and the broader polycrisis, with guests ranging from climate communicators to agrarian thinkers. The trio often critiques techno-optimism while spotlighting practical resilience, local food systems, and community-led strategies. Noteworthy are live town hall fundraisers and a consistent emphasis on turning critical insight into collective action, not doom. This mix of wry wit, rigorous research, and real-world relevance makes it appealing for listeners who want thoughtful context, actionable ideas, and a sense of commun... more
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2. Chris Smaje
3. Tara Lohan
4. Douglas Rushkoff
5. Michael Hebb
6. Emily Schoerning
7. Alex Leff
8. Kyle Ritland
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