

Should I Mother in a Melting World? (Elizabeth Rush)
Jun 19, 2024
Elizabeth Rush, a Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer focused on climate change, shares her profound journey toward motherhood amid environmental concerns. She recounts her transformative trip to Antarctica, confronting melting glaciers and grappling with the implications of bringing new life into a fragile world. The discussion navigates the emotional turmoil of balancing personal dreams with global responsibilities. Rush reflects on the urgency of climate action, intertwining her desire for family with the stark realities of extinction and environmental decline.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Motherhood and Climate Change
02:01 • 14min
Wrestling with Motherhood Amid Melting Ice
15:57 • 3min
Exploring Family Feeding Duties and Glacial Discoveries
19:04 • 2min
Motherhood and Melting Glaciers
21:19 • 9min
Navigating Parenting and Climate Conversations
30:36 • 6min