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The Anthropocene Reviewed
- Feeling overwhelmed by noise and information, John Green started a podcast to promote mindful reflection.
- He reviews various aspects of the human-centered planet, aiming for careful observation and deeper understanding.
Lascaux Cave Discovery
- In 1940, four teenagers and a dog discovered the Lascaux Cave in France, filled with 17,000-year-old paintings.
- Two of them protected the cave for over a year, highlighting the power of art and human connection to history.
Preserving Lascaux
- The Lascaux Cave, with its ancient art, is closed to the public to prevent further damage from human interaction.
- A replica, Lascaux II, allows visitors to experience the art while preserving the original.