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Carbon Capture: Boon, Bane, or Balderdash?

Mar 7, 2024

Sir David King advocates for carbon capture technology to combat climate change, but faces skepticism. Blue cities tackle crime with progressive policies. The State of the Union address is dissected with historical and humorous perspectives.

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Sir David King

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Sir David King emphasizes the importance of carbon capture technology in combating climate change.

Progressive prosecutors' election victories in blue cities challenge tough-on-crime policies and reflect diverse political landscapes.

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Introduction

2min

Analysis of Election Results and Crime Trends in Austin and Houston

3min

Carbon Capture and Climate Change Solutions Debate

5min

Urgent Actions to Address Climate Change and Protect Marine Ecosystems

19min

Exploring the Evolution of the State of the Union Address

5min

Exploring a Humorous Take on the State of the Union

4min

Sir David King, formerly the UK's Government Chief Scientific Adviser, is now the Founder and Chair at Cambridge's Center for Climate Repair. He advocates carbon capture technology as part of the mix of solutions to climate change. Many environmentalists are not sold. Plus, blue cities get tough on crime, but also the opposite. And in the Spiel, the state of the State of the Union as a speech, phrase, and dance floor banger.

Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara

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