Vanessa Taylor

Vanessa Taylor, an environmental historian and author of 'Seven Rivers,' dives into the transformative power of rivers throughout human history. She explores how rivers like the Nile and Mississippi shaped civilizations, influenced spirituality, and served as battlegrounds for power and colonization. The discussion also touches on contemporary challenges like pollution and climate change, emphasizing the urgent need for environmental activism in protecting these vital waterways and the communities that depend on them.