Elizabeth Weil

Derek Thompson, a Staff writer for The Atlantic focusing on economics and social trends, joins Elizabeth Weil, a Features writer for New York Magazine, known for her work on California fires. They explore the alarming rise of solitude in America and its effects on youth and society, linking it to political polarization. They also discuss the environmental causes of Los Angeles wildfires and the personal story of Sam Altman's sister, touching on themes of loneliness and family amidst climate challenges.

Elizabeth Weil, an insightful author, reflects on her complex relationship with California amidst its climate crisis. She vividly recounts the unsettling changes brought by wildfires, transforming the state's beauty into a haunting reality. Weil explores the roots of California's environmental challenges, including the impact of colonization and the erasure of Indigenous practices. Despite the overwhelming climate anxiety, she finds glimmers of hope, urging a new perspective that balances despair with the potential for resilience and renewal.