How Archaeologists Can Solve the Earth’s ‘Wicked Problems’
In my new book, Wicked Problems for Archaeologists, I examine a few creative ways that we can use archaeology to help directly address some of the global challenges that threaten both human and planetary health.
January 21, 2025
Pivoting to a Strategy based in Climate Adaptation: The Path Forward from Trump-world
The SAFER strategy is ambitious, even audacious. But in the face of escalating climate impacts, it’s clear that it is our best chance at building a more resilient future. As Trump takes power again, be empowered yourself… the time to pivot toward a strategy centred on adaptation is now.
January 17, 2025
Climate: Facing the New Reality and Fighting Back
A new and frightening world of climate change is unfolding around us, and Donald Trump’s election will strengthen its hold. I will focus here on three things: What will the emerging climate reality be like? How did we get here? What can we still do?
January 17, 2025
Sunita Narain: “Reality and Perseverance in India: Pollution, Poverty, and Policy”
In this episode, Nate is joined by environmentalist and policy advocate Sunita Narain to discuss the intricate relationship between environmental issues and development, emphasizing the need for economically inclusive solutions.
January 16, 2025
The LA Fires and the Big Bang
One of the mysteries of Hubble’s universe is why we haven’t found other intelligent species. One explanation is that most civilizations do themselves in before they can reach out into space.
January 16, 2025
Crazy Town 96. The Frequent Flyer Tree: Losing the Last Bit of Sense in the Climate Emergency
In the world of college sports, money talks and the volleyball team walks, er, flies 33,000 miles to play games. Who cares, as long as we can wring a few more dollars out of the TV deals — am I right?!? Jason, Rob, and Asher propose a new plan for college sports and for taking the climate emergency seriously.
January 15, 2025
From Local Roots to Global Vision: ARC2020 President Welcomes 2025
Having a dream helps against sleepwalking into a nightmare. Taking action makes the dream, however big, a reality.
January 14, 2025
The Great Unraveling
Environmental and social challenges are compounding to threaten the systems that support the world we know. What does this Great Unraveling mean for human civilization and the global ecosystem?