Topic: Bulletin Of Atomic Scientists

5 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.

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.

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.