Join Tom Rivett-Carnac, a climate change policy expert, as he discusses the urgent need for action amid environmental crises. Danielle Allen, a Harvard political philosopher, emphasizes the delicate balance between freedom and collective responsibility. Vaccine advocate Heidi Larson addresses the challenges posed by misinformation, urging trust in public health initiatives. Finally, poet Clint Smith reflects on the emotional impact of the Black Lives Matter protests, highlighting the ongoing struggle for racial justice and the transformative lessons of summer 2020.
The summer of 2020 has been overwhelming for most of us. This hour, we hear from four guests—each from recent episodes—who sum up where we've been and offer the wisdom we need for the months ahead. Guests include political strategist Tom Rivett-Carnac, political philosopher Danielle Allen, anthropologist Heidi Larson, and writer and scholar Clint Smith.