Topic: Biomass

3 chapters across the catalog

Ninja Variant
Episode 1467 2:19:08 - 2:25:52

1467: Ninja Variant

Almond Water Usage Myth, Dairy Lobby Influence

The hosts investigate the claim that it takes 1.1 gallons of water to grow a single almond. They suggest the statistic is a "myth" potentially propagated by the dairy lobby to discredit almond milk, noting that all nut trees and fruit crops require significant water and that almond shells are used for biomass fuel and cattle feed.

Climate Crisis Special
Episode 1336 18:39 - 20:25

1336: Climate Crisis Special

Climate Change Impacts on Parasite Extinction Rates

Research suggests that the vast majority of parasite species face high extinction rates due to climate change and the loss of their hosts. While parasites are often undervalued, they represent a significant portion of ecosystem biomass and play a critical regulatory role similar to predators. Scientists warn that the loss of these stabilizing organisms could lead to unpredictable outbreaks of wildlife and human diseases.