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Srsly Wrong

310 – Big Mad about Big Oil’s Big Apocalypse (w/ Hazel Thayer)

May 10, 2024
Hazel Thayer, an expert on the oil and gas industry's cover-up of climate change, discusses the industry's knowledge, profit-driven actions resembling mass murder, and ethical dilemmas. They delve into deceptive practices, oil companies' influence on climate change discourse, and satirical portrayals of industry practices. The conversation critiques economic assumptions, societal impacts, and the need for accountability in a thought-provoking and satirical manner.
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Quick takeaways

  • Oil industry knew and covered up climate change for profit.
  • History's largest corporate campaign of mass murder uncovered.

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The Oil and Gas Industry's Role in Climate Change

The podcast delves into how the oil and gas industry has knowingly contributed to climate change for over 50 years by funding disinformation campaigns, evading accountability, and obstructing climate action. They highlight how the industry actively worked against addressing the crisis, prioritizing profit over environmental concerns.

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