DarkHorse Podcast Fire and a Broken Heart: The 260th Evolutionary Lens with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying
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Jan 15, 2025 The discussion opens with updates on the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, highlighting their impact on communities and governance. A compelling analysis of recent findings on mRNA vaccine distribution supports a longstanding hypothesis about myocarditis. The hosts explore the ecological role of dung beetles, blending science with art as they delve into their behaviors and importance. They also tackle the complexities of leadership in crisis management, balancing diversity with necessary expertise, amidst critical reflections on societal challenges.
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LA Fires: Personal Loss
- Heather Heying's childhood neighborhood, including her elementary school and the Baskin Robbins where she worked, burned down.
- Only Palisades Village, saved by private firefighters hired by the developer Rick Caruso, remains.
History of Firefighting
- Private fire services were the norm at the country's founding, as evidenced by badges on historic Philadelphia buildings.
- The current public system is decaying back towards this less efficient, individual approach.
The Loss of Place
- Losing a place, even one no longer lived in, can evoke a sense of homelessness due to its deep personal connection.
- This is especially poignant in modern times, as places can be irrevocably destroyed, unlike in the past.
