Wild with Sarah Wilson

Parag Khanna, a global strategist and climate migration expert, discusses the future of humanity in a climate-challenged world. He highlights the urgency of considering where to live as fertility declines and environmental hazards rise. Parag proposes bold ideas like climate relocation grants to address these issues. He emphasizes that young people are gravitating towards adaptable, sustainable communities, suggesting that migration could drive economic growth. The conversation delves into the implications of living nomadically while addressing the real estate investments in a rapidly changing climate.

In this episode, Sarah Wilson discusses hypergamy and why older women are dating younger men, exploring societal trends and cultural reflections from 2004. She delves into the evolution of relationship dynamics, highlighting the impact of hypergamy on women's dating choices and the shifting dating dynamics in today's digital dating sphere.

Olivia Lazard, a peace mediator and rare minerals expert, reveals the hidden drawbacks of renewable energy transition, exposing the shortage of vital metals like lithium and cobalt. She discusses the devastating environmental impacts and geopolitical implications of mining these minerals. The conversation delves deep into climate security, technology's limitations, and the need for a more sustainable approach to clean tech solutions.

A cracking Ask Me Anything question this week that gives us a chance to talk about crazy-making tech bros and their antics. My answer sees me dive into p(doom) numbers, Freud, techno-optimistic manifestos and fertility collapse. Fun! Join the conversation over on Substack and post your own Ask Me Anything here.If you need to know a bit more about me… head to my "about" pageFor more such conversations subscribe to my Substack newsletter, it’s where I interact the most!Get your copy of my book, This One Wild and Precious LifeLet’s connect on Instagram and WeAre8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate Raworth, a renegade economist and professor at Oxford, introduces her groundbreaking 'doughnut economics' model that harmonizes human flourishing with planetary boundaries. She critiques traditional growth-focused economics and discusses how this outdated framework fails to address real-world consequences. The chat explores the importance of systems thinking and highlights transformative policies that promote sustainability and social equity. Kate also emphasizes community initiatives that inspire sustainable living, urging a paradigm shift from indulgent private wealth to shared public resources.

On today's AMA, I share my hacks and my “mindset” for sifting through, retaining and managing all the data inflow (amino supplements, tilting, biting off more than I can chew as a tactic and advice gleaned from systems thinkers). And I wade into when to speak out and when not to wade into a rally and take the mic (and the responsibility that comes with being a privileged white woman who looks as tame as a mum from an OMO commercial).SHOW NOTESJoin the conversation over on SubstackSubscribe and post your own Ask Me Anything here--If you need to know a bit more about me… head to my "about" pageFor more such conversations subscribe to my Substack newsletter, it’s where I interact the most!Get your copy of my book, This One Wild and Precious LifeLet’s connect on Instagram and WeAre8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling author Johann Hari discusses the risks and benefits of weight loss drugs in a wild chat. They cover how the drugs manipulate biology, risks, rich as guinea pigs, and masking real problem of Big Food. Debate on Ozempic goes deep into societal implications and systemic issues caused by profit-driven mindset.

The podcast delves into planning finances in a collapsing world, discussing investing, mortgages, retirement savings, prepping, and homesteading. It explores the impact of collapse on various systems like finance, energy, and climate, prompting a reevaluation of priorities. The speaker provides personal insights on adapting to change and building connections in a challenging world.

Annabel Abbs, an English novelist and author of 'Sleepless,' shares her transformative journey through insomnia. She reveals how famous creatives, especially women, have harnessed sleeplessness for artistic expression. The conversation dives into the science behind insomnia, its hormonal influences, and how it fuels creativity. Abbs discusses the importance of creating conducive environments, like using blackout curtains, and highlights the potential spiritual connections during night awakenings. Join her in embracing the power of the night self!

Isabelle Reinecke, founder of the Grata Fund, is at the forefront of a groundbreaking legal battle that could reshape Australia's climate policies. She discusses the Uncles Australian Climate Case, initiated by Torres Strait Islander elders, aiming to hold the government accountable for its climate commitments. This case could be pivotal, akin to 'Bigger than Mabo', attracting international attention. Isabelle emphasizes the urgent need for legal frameworks to protect vulnerable communities and shares how strategic litigation is driving essential environmental reforms.