the cultural anthropologist

Dr. Elizabeth Hansen, a pediatric anesthesiologist, is on a mission to cut greenhouse gas emissions from anesthesia, a surprising contributor to hospital emissions. She shares innovative strategies her team implemented to significantly reduce their carbon footprint. Meanwhile, a cultural anthropologist sheds light on the historical impact of U.S. militarization in the Mariana Islands, emphasizing its infringement on indigenous rights and environmental justice. They discuss the importance of community activism for a sustainable future and the intersection of health and climate issues.