Breaking Down: Collapse
Episodes
Episode 38 - Religion
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Religion can be a touchy subject, especially in reference to collapse. Given that 85% of the world claims some sort of religion, Kory and Kellan felt ...
Episode 37 - Can Technology Save Us (Part 3 - Geoengineering)
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kory and Kellan take a look at geoengineering, and whether or not it can stave off the effects of climate change.Support the showPlease join us on Pat...
Episode 36 - A Deeper Look at Catabolic Collapse
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In a follow up to episode 5 ("Catabolic Collapse"), Kory and Kellan take a deeper look at the concept, specifically by analzying the paper w...
Episode 35 - Microplastics
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kory and Kellan discuss the rapid increase in plastic pollution and it's potential affects on biodiversity and human health.Support the showPleas...
Episode 34: Disease (Part 1)
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kellan and Kory break down two important factors of disease: antibiotic resistance and ancient microbes being released from permafrost. Learn More:ht...
Episode 33 - Peak Soil
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kellan and Kory discuss the ways in which our soil is being degraded and the potential consequences of reaching a peak in soil availability.Learn More...
Episode 32 - Overpopulation vs Overconsumption
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kellan and Kory discuss the oft-disputed question of what's to blame for collapse: are there too many people, or are we simply consuming too much?Popu...
Episode 31 - Can Technology Save Us - Part 2 (Nuclear Fission)
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kory and Kellan discuss the role of nuclear fission in our energy production and consumption, and whether or not fission provides an answer to our fut...
Episode 30 - The Firearm Factor
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kory and Kellan discuss the increasingly important role that firearms play as civil unrest, political tensions, and the delegitimacy of governments in...
Episode 29: Our Dying Oceans
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Perhaps one of the least talked about (but one of the most important) aspects of ecological and environmental collapse: our oceans. From ocean acidifi...
Episode 28 - The Upside of Collapse
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not every aspect of collapse has to be negative. In this episode Kory and Kellan discuss the potential positives to collapse, as a way to see the be...
Episode 27: 18 Months of Collapse
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kellan and Kory discuss the impact and the implications of the events of the last 18 months. From record wildfires and hurricanes to ...
Episode 26: Bill Gates and "How to Avoid a Climate Disaster"
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Kory and Kellan review the new book by Bill Gates "How to Avoid a Climate Disaster" through an in-depth discussion of the va...
Episode 25: A Conversation with Desh Amila
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 hyperpolari...
Episode 24: Water Crisis and Conflict
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss water shortages, water infrastructure, and the current and potential conflicts arising from inadequate access.Learn More:ht...
Episode 23: Supply Chain Failure
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kellan and Kory discuss the vulnerabilities of the global supply chain, and the potential results of supply chain failure.Support the showPlease join ...
Episode 22: Interview with John Michael Greer
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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:/...
Episode 21: Can Technology Save Us? (Part 1- Electricity)
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss renewable electricity and whether or not it can save us from falling off the energy cliff.https://www.businessinsider.com/t...
Episode 20: Post-Collapse Possibilites
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss some of the most prevalent ideas of what life will look like after collapse. "How to Enjoy the End of the World" - Sid SmithSuppo...
Episode 19: Moral Decay
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most major factors influencing collapse can be tied back, directly or indirectly, to the moral decline of society. https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/...
Episode 18: Wealth Disparity
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Historically, an increasing wealth gap has always been a sign of empires in decline. Will this time be any different? Kory and Kellan dive into what o...
Episode 17: Life During Climate Change
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the possible consequences of climate change and how they will affect daily life.Support the showPlease join us on Patreon f...
Episode 16: Echo Chambers
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Kory and Kellan discuss the consequences of echo chambers in today's political environment.Support the showPlease join us on Patr...
Episode 15: Coping
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Accepting collapse and take a toll on mental health. Kellan introduces some ways to cope with the reaility of collapse and making the best of our situ...
Episode 14: The Problems with Modern Agriculture
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kellan and Kory discuss the role that modern agriculture plays in eventual societal collapseSupport the showPlease join us on Patreon for weekly bonus...
Episode 13: Preparation (Part 2) - Practical Steps
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Kellan and I discuss some thoughts on how to get started preparing for collapse. Support the showPlease join us on Patreon for weekly...
Episode 12: Preparation (Part 1): "Resilience"
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kellan and Kory discuss the proper expectations and philosophy around preparing for collapse, and how they may differ from mainstream ideas of "p...
Episode 11: Trading Independence for Convenience
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week Kellan takes the wheel and talks about specific trends in consumerism that have caused the modern western world to give up our independence ...
Episode 10: Feedback Loops and BOE
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Kellan and I discuss feedback loops related to climate change, what a BOE is, and how it will affect us.Support the showPlease join us...
Episode 9: Questions from a Skeptic
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Kellan asks the questions he's had on his mind throughout our conversations. Support the showPlease join us on Patreon for weekl...
Episode 8: Climate Change
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the major impacts of climate change and its role in collapse.Learn More:On Ice Free Arctic 2035On “Faster Than Expected”...
Episode 7: Political Turmoil
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Politicians have power because we have given it to them. What happens when the people decide that power is no longer legitimate?Learn More:On Corrupti...
Episode 6: The Financial System
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The massive social experiment that is our financial system is truly understood by few. This episode details how we are practically victims of history&...
Episode 5: Catabolic Collapse
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss one of the mechanisms by which societal collapse happens over time, and what it looks like for every-day people.Sources:How...
Episode 4: Overshoot & Limits to Growth
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the concept of overshoot, and the consequences it has on society and our ecosystem. We also discuss the book Limits to Grow...
Episode 3: The Energy Crisis
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 2: Complex Society
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The complex state of our society makes us especially vulnerable to collapse. As a result of building this system, we each rely on it to keep us alive ...
Episode 1: Introducing Collapse
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is collapse? This episode introduces the topic of the podcast, establishing a foundation for the conversation moving forward. Is it a conspiracy...