S4 E25 - COLD Weather Kills, but Extreme Heat Gets the Money
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S4 E25 - COLD Weather Kills, but Extreme Heat Gets the Money
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The Controversy of Heat vs. Cold: Debunking Fake News on Weather Deaths
In this episode we critically analyze the claim that extreme heat is America's deadliest weather threat. The script argues that recent narratives prioritizing heat dangers over cold are politically manipulated, citing decades of studies and CDC data showing cold weather as a far more significant killer. Through a discussion on human adaptation, technology, and historical evidence, the episode challenges the validity of updated definitions and statistics regarding heat deaths. It highlights a broader pattern of fear-driven misinformation in media and politics, urging viewers to question and verify scientific claims.
00:00 Introduction: The Fake News on Weather
02:13 Debunking the Heat Death Myth
03:00 The Science Behind Cold vs. Heat
05:04 Human Adaptation to Heat
06:26 Technological Adaptations to Cold
09:43 The Bigger Picture: Manipulation of Data
12:17 Conclusion: The Real Threat of Cold
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