3 chapters across the catalog
An analysis of world population data shows a declining growth rate since the 1970s, coinciding with the publication of "The Population Bomb" by Paul Ehrlich. While the total population has reached 7.7 billion, the growth rate has dropped to approximately 1.05%. The discussion also notes the massive shift toward urban living, with 56% of people now residing in cities.
Henry Kissinger, National Security Study Memorandum 200, Resource Consumption
The term "useless eaters" is traced back to National Security Study Memorandum 200, a document attributed to Henry Kissinger. The memorandum discusses the impact of world population growth on U.S. security and resource availability. The hosts compare Kissinger's historical stance on population reduction to modern environmentalist arguments made by figures like Bill Maher.
A debate over Austin's urban planning strategy, which involves increasing hotel density while refusing to build new roads to discourage population growth. The hosts argue over the merits of this "submarine" approach versus the more expansive growth seen in Dallas and Houston.
