Glenn's Theory on Why Biden Is Debating Trump BEFORE DNC | Guests: Hugh Ross & Bret Weinstein | 5/15/24
May 15, 2024
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Astrophysicist Hugh Ross explains Earth's magnetic pole shifts, while Bret Weinstein discusses the threat of a solar flare destroying the power grid. The guys analyze Biden challenging Trump to debates before the DNC convention, speculating on reasons behind the move.
Solar flares and CMEs pose serious threats to Earth's infrastructure and power grid.
Preparedness for solar flares is lacking despite the known risks and cost-effective protective measures.
Urgent action is needed to protect critical systems from solar flare impacts.
Historical solar storm events highlight the importance of grid hardening and nuclear reactor security.
Deep dives
Potential Risk of Solar Flares Impacting Earth
Solar flares, like the recent X8.8 flare, have the potential to cause significant disruptions, possibly similar to a global EMP, when directed at Earth. The X classification indicates a severe level of hazard, with the unpredictability of impact making it a roll of the dice each time. These flares can emit electromagnetic energy and plasma, with the latter posing a threat to the power grid, while the former can disrupt communications almost instantly.
Solar Flares and Coronal Mass Ejections
Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) present varying threats, where the immediate burst of energy, like x-rays, coupled with plasma, poses risks to Earth. The plasma component of CMEs, if Earth-directed, could affect the grid significantly over days. A series of CMEs can compound the impact, as seen in recent solar activity, highlighting the importance of monitoring and preparing for such phenomena.
Challenges in Protecting Earth's Infrastructure
Despite the predictability and evident risks associated with solar flares and CMEs, the reluctance or inertia in adequately safeguarding Earth's infrastructure from these events remains perplexing. With an estimated cost of around $10 billion for protection, the lack of proactive measures raises concerns about the prioritization of global security and the motives behind not addressing this vulnerability.
Call for Action and Preparedness
The urgent call for action to mitigate the potential impact of solar flares on Earth's critical systems, such as the power grid, underscores the need for comprehensive preparedness measures. Addressing the threat posed by solar activity requires a concerted effort to allocate resources, implement protective measures, and ensure resilience in the face of these cosmic events.
The Intersection of Science and Biblical Insight
Delving into the intricacies of solar phenomena and Earth's vulnerability to solar flares reveals the complex interplay between scientific understanding and the need for protective action. Bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and the insights offered in religious texts, such as Genesis, presents an opportunity to enhance our comprehension of the natural world and the necessity of proactive measures for safeguarding our planet from solar threats.
Grid Hardening for Solar Storm Resilience
Hardening the grid, particularly transformers, is crucial to prevent widespread damage during solar storms. The time-consuming process of replacing these transformers puts the grid and essential services at risk. The potential consequences of grid failure due to solar flares are catastrophic, affecting various aspects of modern life that rely heavily on electricity and electronic systems.
Carrington Event and Modern Electricity Dependency
The historic Carrington event in 1859 caused significant disruption to the telegraph system due to solar storm-induced currents. Present-day reliance on electricity for various critical functions poses a grave risk in the event of a similar solar flare. The vulnerability of electronic systems intensifies the potential impact of a large-scale solar storm on essential services and communication networks.
Addressing Grid Vulnerabilities and Nuclear Reactor Risks
Mitigating grid vulnerabilities requires collective action to reinforce its resilience. Emphasizing the importance of securing nuclear reactors and spent fuel becomes critical to prevent potential disasters in case of grid failure. Timely measures such as transferring spent fuel to stable containers can significantly reduce the risk of nuclear meltdowns during grid outages.
Glenn joins Pat and Stu in audio to discuss an absurd study from the University of Colorado that claimed social distancing and lockdowns saved hundreds of thousands of lives. Stu lays out the latest updates in Trump's hush-money case, including the evolution of former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen. Is Big Tech crippling Glenn's social media presence? Glenn provides the numbers that support that idea. Glenn previews his history pilot episode that airs tonight. Astrophysicist Hugh Ross joins to discuss what happens when Earth's magnetic poles shift. Evolutionary biologist Bret Weinstein joins to explain how a solar flare could destroy Earth's power grid. President Biden released a video, filled with jump cuts, challenging Trump to debates. Why is President Biden trying to set up debates before the DNC convention meets? The guys go through President Biden's requirements to debate Trump and theorize why the demands were made.
