Guests (Lino Camprubi & Jacob Mundy)
Subject-matter contributors featured in the episode, including a historian of science and engineering who researches phosphate (Lino Camprubi) and an academic expert on Western Sahara and the Polisario (Jacob Mundy); both provide expert commentary on phosphate mining and the region's history.
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Jan 22, 2026 • 28min
The Belt and the Berm (Classic)
Lino Camprubi, a historian of science, and Jacob Mundy, an expert on Western Sahara, delve into the implications of phosphate mining. They explore the world’s longest conveyor belt in Western Sahara and its role in global food production. The discussion highlights environmental impacts, colonial histories, and the political tensions surrounding the region. Mundy shares insights on Sahrawi culture and resistance against mining operations, while emphasizing the tragic consequences of resource extraction, connecting the conveyor’s legacy to what ends up on our dinner plates.
