Ep.141 The chemical age: pesticides and other chemical hazards - Frank Von Hippel (University of Arizona)

Chemicals are a part of modern life. But should we be concerned with the modern use of pesticides and other types of chemicals?Frank Von Hippel is a Professor of Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Arizona and the author of The Chemical Age: How Chemists Fought Famine and Disease, Killed Millions, and Changed Our Relationship with the Earth.In this episode, we discuss historically harmful chemical pesticides that are now banned, cases where there's a legitimate need for chemical usage within an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach, and the nuances behind legislating a ban on glyphosate.EPISODE LINKSVisit Frank's website, get in contact, and purchase his books: https://frankvonhippel.github.io/pubs.htmlBuy The Chemical Age on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Age-Chemists-Millions-Relationship/dp/022669724X Listen to the Science History Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GsUgG9L27U5ACVFoP4kO0Episode 1540 of the Joe Rogan Experience: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4P8NFI28O93M0FJktVjo2VFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @PlantsGrowHere / Facebook: @PlantsGrowHerePodcast - Join our Facebook group!VISIT OUR WEBSITEwww.PlantsGrowHere.comLET'S WORK TOGETHERAre you in the industry or an enthusiast with something of value to share? We're always on the hunt for interesting people, doing interesting things. If you'd like to work with us send a message via our online form or a direct email to [email protected].