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#131 – Lewis Dartnell on getting humanity to bounce back faster in a post-apocalyptic world

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Survival Strategies in a Post-Apocalyptic World

This chapter examines the challenges humanity may face in a future without fossil fuels and the innovative strategies that could emerge for survival. It highlights the significance of alternative resources like charcoal and the potential for using unconventional food sources such as mushrooms and bacteria. The discussion emphasizes the importance of sustainability, local solutions, and societal readiness in adapting to catastrophic events.

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