#228 Decrecionismo vs aceleracionismo (I): ¿Cómo funciona el mundo?

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Apr 8, 2025

El episodio presenta una intrigante conexión entre Thanos y las teorías de Thomas Robert Malthus sobre la humanidad. Se discute la influencia de Malthus en la sostenibilidad global y cuestiona nuestra forma de vida ante el consumo excesivo. Además, se analiza la interconexión entre energía y producción de alimentos a lo largo de la historia. Por último, se examina el papel crucial de la electricidad en nuestra economía y los retos de la descarbonización que enfrentamos actualmente.

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Thanos y Malthus

Jaime Rodríguez de Santiago inicia el podcast con Thanos, quien elimina a la mitad del universo.
Relaciona esta acción con las teorías de Thomas Robert Malthus sobre el crecimiento de la población.

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Teoría de Malthus

Malthus teorizó que la población crece exponencialmente, mientras que los recursos lo hacen linealmente.
Predijo frenos como hambrunas y guerras para controlar la población.

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El fantasma de Malthus

A pesar de los avances tecnológicos, el fantasma de Malthus sigue presente.
Se cuestiona si los recursos soportarán el consumo de una población creciente.

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