Gregory S. Wilson

Gregory S. Wilson, a distinguished professor of history at the University of Akron, dives into the gripping tale of the Kepone disaster in Virginia. He shares how personal ties to the James River fueled his research on this toxic tragedy. Wilson highlights the intertwining of corporate negligence, environmental impact, and regulatory failures. He also explores the human cost of the disaster through worker stories and legal battles while discussing the broader implications for environmental management and the persistent legacy of Kepone.