Lyndon O'Toole
Commercial fisher in Cordova, Alaska, who played a significant role in the community's response to the Exxon Valdez oil spill and became co-chair of the Cordova Oil Spill Response Office.
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Aug 9, 2024 • 1h 3min
Daniel Kahneman’s Forgotten Legacy: Investigating Exxon-Funded Psychological Research
Join Rikki Ott, a marine toxicologist and passionate activist from Alaska, and Lyndon O'Toole, a commercial fisher deeply involved in the aftermath of the Exxon Valdez oil spill. They discuss the devastating impact of the spill on their community and the scientific research funded by Exxon aiming to undermine juror rationality. Rikki shares her transformation from academic to activist, while Lyndon highlights the resilience of Cordova's fishing community in the face of ecological disaster. Together, they explore the intertwined legacies of environmental justice and psychological research.
Aug 8, 2024 • 60min
Episode #5: The (ir)Rational Alaskans (pt. 1 of 3)
In this insightful discussion, Rikki Ott, a marine toxicologist and community advocate, and Lyndon O'Toole, a commercial fisher from Cordova, delve into the aftermath of the Exxon Valdez oil spill. They share the harrowing sights and smells of the disaster and the emotional toll on their community. The duo recounts their fight for a comprehensive ecosystem study, the challenges posed by Exxon-funded research, and the grassroots protests they organized to demand accountability. Their experiences highlight the intersection of environmental science, community action, and economic devastation.
