224 - Peak (Whale) Oil
Cultures of Energy
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Whales, Energy, and Cultural Narratives
This chapter explores the complex interplay between historical energy sources like whale oil and fossil fuels, highlighting their social and economic implications. It critically examines how the legacy of whaling informs contemporary energy transitions and discussions around violence in energy extraction. The dialogue also addresses the romanticization of whaling culture and its connections to narratives of white supremacy, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in understanding these historical and modern dynamics.
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