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History 8: Big ideas and life lessons from Marx, Keynes and Smith and more

Planet Money Summer School

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Human Impact and Environmental Challenges

This chapter explores the dual narrative of the last fifty years, where alarming environmental statistics, such as the decline in terrestrial animal populations and rising carbon dioxide emissions, contrast with significant improvements in global poverty and healthcare. The speakers introduce the term 'Anthropocene' to frame the discussion around humanity's profound influence on the planet and its geological processes.

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