Episode 580 • • 1:28:48 - 1:38:03
580: Hiroshima Syndrome
Antarctic Global Warming Expedition Trapped in Ice
The Russian ship *Akademik Shokalskiy*, carrying a scientific expedition led by Chris Turney to study global warming, became trapped in Antarctic ice. Analysis of the ship's sales materials reveals the trip was a luxury cruise for wealthy individuals, with berths costing up to $18,900 per person. The irony of a climate change research vessel being stuck in record ice is highlighted, along with the high costs of the subsequent international rescue operation.