There’s Just Too Many People!
The Climate Denier's Playbook
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Exploring Overpopulation Concerns and the Malthusian Theory
Exploring the debate on overpopulation, this chapter examines the Malthusian theory's predictions and how it impacts discussions around sustainability and climate change. It highlights how the narrative on overpopulation can redirect attention from crucial solutions to environmental issues.
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Why should I have to change my lifestyle when there’s all those poor people over there we can blame?!?
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- Created by: Rollie Williams, Nicole Conlan & Ben Boult
- Hosts: Rollie Williams & Nicole Conlan
- Executive producer: Ben Boult
- Post-production: Jubilaria Media
- Researchers: Carly Rizzuto, Canute Haroldson & James Crugnale
- Art: Jordan Doll
- Music: Tony Domenick
- Special thanks: The Civil Liberties Defense Center, Jan Breitling, Robert Fletcher
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