Around the World Today Series 7, Episode 16 - The British Antarctic Territory: Science, Sovereignty, and Survival

In Episode 16 of Around the World Today, host Terry Davies takes listeners to one of the most remote and inhospitable places on Earth—the British Antarctic Territory (BAT). While this frozen expanse of land has no permanent residents, it plays an essential role in scientific research, climate monitoring, and geopolitics. This episode delves into the fascinating work being done in this icy frontier, highlighting the crucial contributions of BAT to our understanding of climate change, polar ecosystems, and the geopolitics of Antarctica.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support.Thanks for Listening!You’ve just tuned in to Around the World Today.Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Share your thoughts and feedback with us on social media, and join the conversation with our community of listeners.🎧 Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Follow us for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and sneak peeks of upcoming episodes:Facebook: Around the World Today PodcastX (formerly Twitter): @RealTerryoUntil next time, keep exploring the world… one story at a time.