How We Survive
5.0/5
Critic Rating
For “Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal, joining the Navy fresh out of college was a defining chapter in his life. It was the 1980s; the Cold War and the Soviet Union was the greatest threat. Fast-forward through 40 years — and one career change — and the threat looks different. Climate change has no face or flag, but it will fundamentally change the way the U.S. military trains and fights. It already has. “How We Survive” is an award-winning podcast from Marketplace about the messy business of climate solutions. In our sixth season, Kai Ryssdal travels to far corners of the world to shine a ligh...
Critic Reviews
Score: 5
Frank Racioppi • Ear Worthy • Nov 14, 2024
"One of the most illuminating episodes was the November 8, 2023 show Groundwater Wars, in which the small farming town of Kingman, Arizona, deals with the scarce resource of groundwater. The show offers an unsparing view of how farmers, ranchers, homeowners, and government officials battle over a swindling resource—fresh water. A few tend to lecture listeners and get hung up on climate deniers instead of focusing on solutions like How We Survive."
Score: 5
Devin • Podstack • Sep 9, 2024
" 16 minutes they give you a solid understanding of what factors to consider when it comes to deciding where to live and the impact of climate change. You learn about how insurance prices may change and what to prepare for. And if you’re a renter, they’ve got things for you to also keep in mind!"
