Nora Bateson
Team Human
The Complexity of Journalism, Climate Crisis, and Human Connection
Journalism presents a limited perspective of complex issues, often oversimplifying deeply interconnected problems. The intertwining of identity with material wealth complicates the understanding of climate issues. People are discouraged from seeking genuine connections and are instead taught to hold back, leading to a lack of human support. Problem-solving approaches are often inadequate, focusing on addressing consequences rather than underlying conditions. The speaker likens this to being trapped in a cycle of using the wrong tools to solve problems, leading to endless confusion and an aversion to embracing unknown possibilities. The pressure to provide quick answers clashes with the complexity of the issues at hand, creating a sense of obligation to offer solutions despite knowing they may not be truly satisfying.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
