The Good System Podcast

Is Overpopulation Really the Problem? Rethinking Climate Blame

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Summary:

Overpopulation is the villain in many climate conversations. But is it really the root cause—or just a convenient scapegoat? In this episode of The Good System, I take a closer look at the narrative around overpopulation and ask whether it’s the number of people on Earth—or how a few of them run the place—that’s the real issue.

I also talk about the fear of crowded spaces, the myth of “too many mouths,” and why even in a world with more people, we might actually need more babies (yes, really). If you’ve ever wondered whether humanity is the problem or just bad planning, this episode is for you.

What’s Inside:

  • Why overpopulation isn't the climate change smoking gun
  • The difference between having more people and consuming more stuff
  • A case for slow growth, equity, and (gasp) more children
  • Systemic fixes that don’t start with blaming parents

    • Links:

    Blog version: Overpopulation: Debunking the Myth Behind Climate Change Causes
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    The Good System PodcastBy Ian DeBay