Unpacking the Sustainability of Common Human Activities
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Today, we're taking a break from our usual format, to give more time and to encourage you, our valued listeners, to send in more questions for us to explore in future episodes. In this special episode, we revisit a thought-provoking question posed by Peter T. during our Environmental Debate Live & Unscripted event in May 2023. This was the ticketed second live iteration of this podcast, in front of an audience. Peter T. asked, "If any human activity is practiced by the majority of people, doesn’t it automatically become unsustainable?" Join Stuart and William as they dive deep into this complex question, examining it from various angles. Stuart begins by asserting that the question is rooted in environmental concerns, specifically focusing on sustainability. He believes that the answer isn't a straightforward yes or no. For instance, if everyone chose to walk instead of drive, this wouldn’t necessarily be environmentally sustainable. Stuart also emphasises that not all widespread activities are inherently detrimental to the environment either. William adds another layer to the discussion, pondering whether the question implies that the sheer volume of participants in any activity could lead to negative environmental impacts. Both hosts agree that rarely is anything categorical in our world, and nuances are crucial. Stuart also reflects on the origin of Peter’s question, suggesting it might stem from a perception that environmentalists want everyone to conform to a single way of living. Listen in for a compelling conversation that challenges the way we think about our everyday actions and their environmental implications. Don’t forget to send in your questions for future episodes! What do you make of this discussion? Do you have a question that you'd like us to discuss? Let us know by sending an email to ⁠[email protected] This podcast's overall themes are nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice.  We like to give you an ad free experience. We also like our audience to be relatively small and engaged, we’re not just after numbers. Sign the Petition - Improve The Oxfordshire Countryside Accessibility For All Disabilities And Abilities: https://www.change.org/p/improve-the-oxfordshire-countryside-accessibility-for-all-disabilities-and-abilities Fundraiser For An Extreme 8 All-terrain Wheelchair: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/wildmanonwheels Help us to spread the impact of the podcast by sharing this link with 5 friends ⁠https://podfollow.com/the-peoples-countryside-environmental-debate-podcast/view⁠ , support our work through Patreon ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thepeoplescountryside⁠. Find out all about the podcast via this one simple link: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thepeoplescountryside
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