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Climate Change on Trial

Ep. 8 | Mann's Failing Grade

Jan 30, 2024
In this episode, Michael Mann defends himself in court against claims of false Nobel Prize claims and defamation. The hosts discuss the burden of proof, academic misconduct allegations, and accusations made against a female scientist. They also debate the use of derogatory terms, linking to controversial websites, and the impact of celebrity appearances. The episode concludes with a summary of the day's events in the trial.
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Quick takeaways

  • Michael Mann's credibility is undermined by discrepancies and errors in his grant funding claims and testimony.
  • The significant changes made by Michael Mann to his sworn statements regarding grant funding raise doubts about the credibility and reliability of his claims.

Deep dives

Inconsistencies in Grant Funding Claims

During the cross-examination, it was revealed that Michael Mann made significant changes to the grant money amounts he claimed were at issue in the case. Discrepancies between his sworn statements from June 2020 and March 2023 were highlighted, including inflated numbers in 2020 that were later reduced. These errors raised questions about the accuracy of Mann's claims and his ability to provide reliable data.

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