Breaking Down: Collapse

Kory & Kellan

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Apprehensive about the future? Like many, you likely have a gut feeling that things aren't quite right, but haven’t been able to place your finger on why. That feeling only grows with the increasing political tensions, economic uncertainty, natural disasters, and supply chain disruptions. What do all these challenges mean? And what will be the result of society’s current trajectory? “Breaking Down: Collapse” takes the complex concepts surrounding the ultimate collapse of modern industrial society and simplifies them so they’re easier to learn. The compelling evidence for our inevitable decline is introduced by collapse-aware Kory to his good friend, Kellan, who probably doesn’t realize what he signed up for! Skeptical? Gear up for a paradigm shift!

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Episode 25: A Conversation with Desh Amila

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03/10/21 • 52 min

Desh Amila gives a fascinating perspective on what it's like growing up in a country torn by civil war, as well as the dangers of our hyperpolarized political environment. You can check out his new documentary, "Better Left Unsaid", at www.betterleftunsaidfilm.com
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Episode 22: Interview with John Michael Greer

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02/17/21 • 52 min

We're honored to have JMG join us on this episode to discuss his views on collapse.
For more on John Michael Greer:
His main blog is here: https://www.ecosophia.net/

His Dreamwidth journal is here: https://ecosophia.dreamwidth.org/

You can buy his books directly from Bookshop here: https://bookshop.org/shop/jmg

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Episode 70 - Pop Culture & Collapse (Interview with The Pop Mythologist)

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01/19/22 • 63 min

This week we had the opportunity to speak with Daniel J Kim, AKA The Pop Mythologist, about the role that pop culture and works of fiction play when it comes to learning about, coping with, and educting on collapse.
The Pop Mythologist is the founder and editor of the pop culture blog, PopMythology.com. In his "Hero Wisdom" column he uses pop culture to discuss important real-life issues such as climate change, racial justice, political activism, surviving adversity, and the psychology of post-traumatic growth. He is co-author of a chapter in the book Black Panther Psychology and regularly appears on pop culture podcasts and discussion panels at comic conventions as both a panelist and a moderator. He also enjoys combining the activity of cosplay with various political and charitable causes such as the Spider Army Project, inspired by Spider-Man, and the Real-Life Cleric Project, inspired by Dungeons & Dragons. Currently, he is host of the podcast This is the End: Pop Culture & Collapse, where he uses pop culture to help raise collapse awareness among those who might otherwise avoid the topic. He can be found on Twitter and Facebook by searching "Pop Mythology" or "This is the End Podcast."

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Episode 3: The Energy Crisis

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10/08/20 • 36 min

Energy fuels our lives. So why have we risked so much by devouring energy that can't be replaced and is unsustainable? Every wildfire hits a peak where it burns at maximum heat and covers the largest area, before it dies down due to insufficient fuel sources. Our society, also at its peak, must eventually face the same decline.
Learn More:
Energy Slave - Comic
Energy Slaves
A Short History of Energy
Energy and Human Evolution
What is Oil Used For?
Jevon's Paradox
Why Renewables Can't Save the Planet
EROEI
Peak Oil
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Episode 66 - Death of Democracy with Haven Scott McVarish

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12/22/21 • 58 min

This week we were pleased to interview Haven Scott McVarish, who is the founder and director of the non-profit organizations Common Sense Democracy and 5Journeys. He has been a community organizer, a strategist for local political campaigns, a union leader, and the founder of one of the most successful immigration law firms in Los Angeles. He is a former congressional candidate, a frequent progressive political commentator for Real America’s Voice, and now a regenerative farmer. His second book, Last Chance to Save American Democracy, was published weeks before the 2020 election.
In the conversation we discuss the crucial role democracy plays in global stability, and the immediate threats it faces. We also speak about Haven's non-profit organization, 5Journeys and how he aims to help people build resiliency in their lives.
Haven's book, 'Last Chance to Save American Democracy' is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook. It's also available on Bookshop.org and Barnes & Noble. Support the show

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Episode 67 - Collapse in 2021

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12/29/21 • 55 min

This year we start an annual tradition of discussing how collapse has played out during the year, as well as discussing predictions for the next year.
Sources:
https://www.reuters.com/business/cop/siberia-us-wildfires-broke-emissions-records-this-year-2021-12-06/

https://www.space.com/2021-record-wildfire-season-from-space
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/arctic-record-siberia-100-degree-heat-climate-change-alarm-bells-un/
https://www.axios.com/weather-climate-disasters-billion-54a2a7f9-e492-47f9-a804-6eb7abe798aa.html
https://www.businessinsider.com/us-tornadoes-highlight-rising-risk-climate-change-supply-chains-2021-12
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Episode 63 - Why We're Wrong (or so they say): Resource Scarcity

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12/01/21 • 50 min

This podcast, and the exploration of collapse itself, can be a bit of an echo chamber. In this sub-series we want to take an honest look at the counter-arguments that exist which try to explain why collapse won't happen. In this episode, we take a look at the arguments against resource scarcity.
Learn More:
https://interstem.us/2021/07/10/will-the-earth-ever-run-out-of-resources

https://www.jstor.org/stable/23596679

https://mindmatters.ai/2020/08/business-prof-stop-it-the-world-is-not-running-out-of-stuff/

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Episode 54 - Supply Chain Strain (Semiconductors)

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09/29/21 • 39 min

In this episode we take an up-close look at one example of our currently strained supply chains, semiconductors. Why are we running short? What implications does it have? How is it an example of overall supply chain disruption?Support the show

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Episode 52 - Mental Resilience during Collapse

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09/15/21 • 47 min

Mental health and resilience is one of the lesser-spoken-about topics of collapse, but one that is so important as the world around us continually changes at an accelerated pace. In this episode, we check in on eachother's mental health and Kellan gives some specific examples and ideas for building mental resiliency. Support the show

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Bonus Episode - Leaked IPCC Report

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07/23/21 • 27 min

This is a bonus episode, which reflects the weekly bonus episodes we release as a "ThankYou" to our Patreon supporters. This week's topic is the leaked IPCC report and how it differs from their past reports. To receive these bonus episodes, join us here!Support the show

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How many episodes does Breaking Down: Collapse have?

Breaking Down: Collapse currently has 152 episodes available.

What topics does Breaking Down: Collapse cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Society, Collapse, Apocalypse, Energy, Documentary, Podcasts, Education, Economy, Sustainability and Politics.

What is the most popular episode on Breaking Down: Collapse?

The episode title 'Episode 25: A Conversation with Desh Amila' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Breaking Down: Collapse?

The average episode length on Breaking Down: Collapse is 42 minutes.

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Episodes of Breaking Down: Collapse are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Breaking Down: Collapse?

The first episode of Breaking Down: Collapse was released on Oct 8, 2020.

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