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Planet: Critical

Rachel Donald
Climate Change
Climate Crisis
Nuclear Energy
Capitalism
Political Power
Coal Energy
Democracy
Environmental Activism
Art
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Neoliberalism
Environmental Justice
Oligarchy
Extraction
Atlas Network
Environmental Movement
Loss and Damage Fund
Social Tipping Points
Colonialism
Climate Justice

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. Visit planetcritical.com

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The best intentions of mice and men... aft never leave the conference centre, according to this week's guest, Dave Snowden.

Founder of The Cynefin Company, Dave is a management consultant and complexity scientist who has worked for governments and i... more

Nations are rushing to secure resources within their own borders.  Globalisation is over.

Colonialism and mining have always gone hand in hand. But now that the Global South has more political muscle as a bloc, and now that resources are running low... more

Geopolitics is shifting with the supply of critical raw materials. Necessary for the so-called “green transition” these materials have created another resource rush, triggering a mining boom all over the world, which is leaving conflict, environmenta... more

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I’ve designed the new Planet: Critical website and I want your feedback. If there’s any sections, groupings, design changes that you’d like to see—or flaws you notice—I’ll spend the next week incorporating what I can. So please go and p... more

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Thea Riofrancos
Associate professor of political science and author of 'Extraction, the Frontiers of Green Capitalism'
Providence College
Episode: Extractive Frontiers | Thea Riofrancos
Nina Djukanović
PhD researcher on green extractivism and climate analyst
Association for International Affairs
Episode: Material Dependencies | Nina Djukanović
Sharon Friel
Professor of health equity at the Australian National University, researching the connection between planetary health and human health.
Australian National University
Episode: Health Begins With Earth | Sharon Friel
Kenneth Hammond
Professor of History at New Mexico State University specializing in the history of China in the early modern period.
New Mexico State University
Episode: China’s Leverage | Kenneth Hammond
Jessica Hernandez
Indigenous climate scientist and author of Fresh Banana Leaves and Growing Papaya Trees
Episode: There Are No Simple Solutions | Jessica Hernandez
Clayton Aldern
Writer and data scientist focusing on climate change and mental health
Grist
Episode: How the Eco-Crisis is Changing Our Brains | Clayton Aldern
Iain McGilchrist
A revolutionary neurophilosopher and psychiatrist, author of The Master and His Emissary and The Matter with Things.
Episode: Beyond Paradox | Iain McGilchrist
Gordon Katic
Radio producer and science journalist.
Cited Media
Episode: Bad Environmentalism | Gordon Katic
Kara Huntermoon
Permaculturalist focused on sustainable living and ecological stewardship
Episode: Community Sufficiency | Kara Huntermoon

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Rachel Donald
Climate corruption journalist and host, engaging in significant dialogues about climate, society, and potential solutions to crises.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 443 ratings
  • New favorite podcast

    I’m new to the pod, but I’ve been very impressed with the quality and content of the interviews so far. Delighted by the extensive and diverse back catalogue I’ll get to work thru!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SophTofe
    United States2 months ago
  • How critical is it?

    Is it super critical or just a little critical or what?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    IFYTIT
    United States4 months ago
  • Somehow this podcast makes me extremely anxious and comforts me at the same time. If you are even remotely interested in the climate crisis (why wouldn't you be, it is killing us), you need to give this a listen.

    Podchaser
    5
    ashmita.dutta
    4 months ago
  • My favourite REAL podcast

    Rebecca discusses the things that matter. Thank you for investigating and sharing such important work. As an environmental studies and geography undergrad from New Zealand, I am super inspired and empowered by you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah_McRae
    New Zealand5 months ago
  • Green Pill 💊 podcast

    The best resource to take the green pill and see the reality of the urgency of our moment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manolunga
    United States8 months ago

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Overall, it fosters a sense of urgency and importance regarding environmental awareness and activism.

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Extractive Frontiers | Thea Riofrancos
Q: Why is the world in crisis?
The world is facing a poly crisis driven by intersecting crises stemming from capitalism's relationship to planetary resources and evolving geopolitical relationships, compounded by rapid technological developments.
China’s Leverage | Kenneth Hammond
Q: How would a Chinese world order look different from a Western one?
A Chinese world order should not be sinocentric, instead fostering a multi-centric political system, allowing for diverse centers of development rather than replacing Western power with Chinese dominance.
China’s Leverage | Kenneth Hammond
Q: How does China leverage its relationships in its position to destabilize Western hegemony?
China leverages its unique position by striving for a multi-centric order, building partnerships with developing nations, and investing in social programs that challenge the existing Western financial system.
China’s Leverage | Kenneth Hammond
Q: What is the world in crisis?
The world is in crisis due to a macro process of global geopolitical reconfiguration, highlighted by the re-emergence of China as a significant economic force, which is upsetting established power hierarchies.
There Are No Simple Solutions | Jessica Hernandez
Q: Why is the world in crisis?
The world is in crisis because we have lost our relationship with nature and have normalized seeing nature as something we can own and extract from, leading to a consumeristic society that harms the environment and Indigenous ways of living.

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What is Planet: Critical about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on the profound challenges facing the planet, including climate change, political instability, and economic issues. It features interviews with a variety of experts, activists, and thinkers who address urgent global crises and explore solutions. Topics of discussion frequently include the interplay between environmental issues and human psychology, the collapse of societies, the impact of ideology on environmentalism, and the role of feminism and indigenous knowledge in confronting climate challenges. Listeners can expect a critical examination of contemporary issues paired with thought-provoking insights from a diverse array of guests, making it particularly appealing for those engaged in environmental advocacy, social... more

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