Topic: Atomic Scientists

7 chapters across the catalog

Coup Afoot
Episode 1838 1:13:55 - 1:15:31

1838: Coup Afoot

Doomsday Clock, 85 Seconds to Midnight Announcement

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved the Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been to a perceived global catastrophe. The announcement cites nuclear weapons, climate change, and disruptive technologies as the primary drivers of existential risk. Critics dismiss the clock as a dated 1970s-era communication tool that has lost its impact on the modern public.

MEGA
Episode 1734 2:37:25 - 2:43:36

1734: MEGA

Doomsday Clock, Atomic Scientists, Climate Change Financing

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved the "Doomsday Clock" to 89 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been. The board cited nuclear risks, climate change, and the spread of "misinformation" as primary drivers for the move. The segment criticizes the clock as a political tool, noting that it moved closer to midnight due to Trump's intention to withdraw from the Paris Agreement rather than actual nuclear threats.

Climatarian
Episode 1524 1:28 - 4:56

1524: Climatarian

Doomsday Clock Advances to 90 Seconds to Midnight

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved the Doomsday Clock to 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been to global catastrophe. Suzette McKinney of the Science and Security Board explains that the decision was influenced by the war in Ukraine, nuclear threats, biological risks, and climate change. The hosts critique the scientific validity of the clock's metrics.

COVID Medley
Episode 1440 2:40 - 8:56

1440: COVID Medley

Doomsday Clock Update, Wuhan Flu Parody Songs

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moves the Doomsday Clock to 100 seconds to midnight, citing climate catastrophe and global threats. A series of musical parodies follow, focusing on the initial outbreak in Wuhan, China, and the early spread of the "Wuhan Flu." The lyrics describe the confusion surrounding the unknown germ and the beginning of international quarantine measures.

Pale Male
Episode 1211 1:46:48 - 1:50:01

1211: Pale Male

Doomsday Clock, Jerry Brown "Prophet of Doom"

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved the Doomsday Clock to 100 seconds to midnight, citing climate change and nuclear proliferation. Former California Governor Jerry Brown, speaking at the event, compared himself to biblical prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah for warning of impending disaster. The hosts mock Brown as "Moonbeam" and criticize the inclusion of climate change in a nuclear-focused metric.

Doomsday Sandwich
Episode 1003 55:10 - 58:54

1003: Doomsday Sandwich

Doomsday Clock Update, Hillary Clinton Activism Video

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved the Doomsday Clock forward to two minutes to midnight, citing nuclear risks and climate change. Simultaneously, Hillary Clinton appeared in a video thanking activists for their "feminism" and "activism," specifically addressing a group called "Bitches Supporting Bitches." The move is seen by some as an attempt to remain politically relevant ahead of the 2020 election cycle.

Loyalty Test
Episode 899 19:55 - 24:24

899: Loyalty Test

Doomsday Clock, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists and Midnight

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved the Doomsday Clock to two and a half minutes to midnight, the closest it has been since the 1950s. The board cited reckless language regarding nuclear weapons and a disregard for scientific expertise on climate change as primary reasons for the shift. The hosts dismiss the clock as a fear-mongering tool and reference an Iron Maiden song of the same name.