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The Population Problem: Human Impact, Extinctions, and the Biodiversity Crisis with Corey Bradshaw
The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens
From Extinction Springs Renewal
Mass extinctions occur periodically over geological time, with 20 to 40 instances over 500 million years, characterized by brief spans of just 2 to 3 million years. Despite these upheavals, Earth has demonstrated a remarkable ability to recover, showcasing immense biological diversity even up to 20,000 years ago during the time of Neanderthals. This historical resilience suggests that even amidst current threats, such as potential nuclear conflict or other crises, life will adapt and evolve. While the complexity of life may vary post-extinction—perhaps not more advanced forms like dolphins or humans—there remains an underlying confidence in the planet's ability to continue its diverse existence. The sentiment is echoed in Paul Ehrlich's assertion that while challenges exist, the planet and life itself are fundamentally resilient and not in peril.
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