A scientist explains if the extreme weather patterns across the globe are a sign of the tipping point in climate change. Then, an investigative series by the nonprofit newsroom Civil Eats examines why federal workplace safety protections omit workers on small farms.
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Contemplating climate collapse
As extreme weather becomes more common, it’s becoming harder to deny the effects of climate change. We talk with a climate researcher about how close we are to climate collapse and what it means for life on Earth.
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Congress likely to preserve loophole endangering agriculture workers
Congress is likely to reapprove an OSHA policy that leaves the vast majority of animal agriculture workers without oversight or protection. A reporter for Civil Eats shares insights from their award-winning investigation into the ill-supervised industry.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Allegra LeGrande Guest
- Christina Cooke Guest
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