3 chapters across the catalog
Michael Mann House Hearing, Climate Consensus Claims
Michael Mann discussed his testimony before the House Science Committee, where he was the sole witness representing the scientific consensus against three "contrarian" witnesses. Mann criticized the Trump administration, specifically EPA head Scott Pruitt and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, for their ties to the fossil fuel industry and their rejection of human-caused climate change data.
Adam Curry Considering Congressional Run in Texas
Adam Curry expresses interest in running for Congress as an independent in Texas District 21 against incumbent Lamar Smith. The discussion covers the low barrier to entry for independent candidates in Texas and the potential for using the podcast as a platform for a "no douchebags" campaign. John Dvorak agrees to serve as the campaign manager.
NOAA Subpoena Conflict, Global Warming Pause Data
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is refusing to comply with a subpoena from Representative Lamar Smith regarding a study that claimed there has been no 15-year pause in global warming. NOAA cites "scientific integrity" and confidentiality, while skeptics argue the agency is hiding data that contradicts the narrative of continuous heating.
