Topic: Social Happiness

2 chapters across the catalog

Shock Opera
Episode 1644 56:41 - 59:07

1644: Shock Opera

World Happiness Report and Millennial Unhappiness

The United States has fallen out of the top 20 in the annual World Happiness Report for the first time, ranking at number 23. Gallup poll data suggests that millennials and younger generations are significantly unhappier than boomers, potentially due to social media pressure and economic factors. Health experts recommend physical activity, routine sleep, and avoiding social media comparison to improve national well-being.

Eleven Eleven
Episode 1111 2:45:07 - 2:48:52

1111: Eleven Eleven

Human Extinction Claims, Y2K Comparison

Kate Marvel clarified that while climate change is a threat to "human happiness and civilization," it is likely not an immediate threat to human existence. The hosts compare the current climate alarmism to the Y2K scare, noting that sincere believers often become defensive when their dire predictions fail to materialize. They suggest the "fourth warmest year" data is being used as an excuse to begin backing off previous claims.