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The New York Times bestselling author of The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels draws on the latest data and new insights to challenge everything you thought you knew about the future of energy For over a decade, philosopher and energy expert Alex Epstein has predicted that any negative impacts of...

Welcome to The Living Fossil Podcast—a place where curiosity knows no bounds. Dive into a variety of thought-provoking topics alongside three unique series: Warp Speed Travel Podcast, where we explore breathtaking destinations; Coela's Comedy and Riddles Club, delivering laughter and brain teasers; and Earth House Poetry Corner, celebrating the beauty of words and expression. Whether you're here for adventure, humor, or artistry, there's something for everyone! Have thoughts, ideas, or feedback? Reach out at thelivingfossilpodcast@gmail.com.

The more we know about the catastrophic implications of climate change, the more fossil fuels we burn. How did we end up in this mess? In this masterful new history, Andreas Malm claims it all began in Britain with the rise of steam power. But why did manufacturers turn from traditional sources of power, notably water mills, to an engine fired by coal? Contrary to established views, steam offered neither cheaper nor more abundant energy - but rather superior control of subordinate labor.

Griffins, cyclopes, monsters, and giants - these fabulous creatures of classical mythology continue to live in the modern imagination through the vivid accounts that have come down to us from the ancient Greeks and Romans. But what if these beings were more than merely fictions? Through careful research and meticulous documentation, Adrienne Mayor convincingly shows that many of the giants and monsters of myth did have a basis in fact - in the enormous bones of long-extinct species that were once abundant in the lands of the Greeks and Romans.

In contrast to climate doomer narratives with little hope of stopping global emissions or the deliberate action of climate deniers, we will explore how far we have moved to a zero-emission future that turns geopolitics on its head. Local energy takes back sovereignty and control from fossil fuel-rich countries and from corporations to individuals.

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Welcome to fossils by firelight - a series of conversations with South Africa's geological legends where they unearth their discoveries, their learnings, memories, interesting stories (and maybe a few tall tales) to chronicle our history and inspire the next generation of geological heroes.

It's Old vs New. Listen as Angie and Emily McMann take on tough topics with their own brand of humor and perspectives.

An upbeat discussion on how climate activism can bring down the oil and gas industry.

"Protesters across U.S. Turn up Heat on Fossil Fuel" is from the March 19, 2016 U.S. section of The New York Times. It was written by John Schwartz and narrated by Barbara Benjamin-Creel.

"Much Ado in Cooperstown, N.Y., Over Vote to Dump Fossil Fuel Stocks" is from the December 08, 2016 Business section of The New York Times. It was written by James B. Stewart and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Trump Picks Ally of Fossil Fuel Industry to Lead EPA" is from the December 07, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Coral Davenport and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

In this Very Short Introduction audiobook, David Norman discusses how dinosaurs were first discovered and interpreted and how our understanding of them has changed over the past 200 years. He looks at some of the amazing discoveries that have enabled us to gain new and unexpected insights into dinosaurs as animals with natural histories and behaviors and considers some of the biggest questions in dinosaur biology, such as the implications of them having warm blood.

"Trump's Energy Plan: More Fossil Fuels and Fewer Rules" is from the May 26, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Ashley Parker and Coral Davenport and narrated by Kristi Burns.