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Fighting Failure
by Oscar Archibald and Hisham Kanaan
Fighting Failure: Preventing the Next Mass Extinction | Season 4: Beyond the Bottom LineOscar and Hisho - two teenagers on two different continents - discuss solutions to the climate crisis. In each exciting episode we take a problem, technology or idea (for example E.V.s, Veganism or Global Supply Chains) and we discuss the problems it faces and potential solutions. Served with a side of statistics and seasoned with a generous pinch of fun, laughter and friendship 💚.In this season, 'Beyond the Bottom Line', we'll be discussing the impact of finance, and climate justice.
Episodes
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43: How Oil Killed Democracy: Lobbying
Finance, Part 3 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss lobbying and subsidisation. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2023 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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42: This Is Climate Propaganda
Finance, Part 2 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss the effect of propaganda. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2023 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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41: Banking on the Environment
Finance, Part 1 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss how all of us are unknowingly bankrolling the climate crisis. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2023 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth)...
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40: The Insane Consumerism of Christmas
Consumerism, Part 4 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss the insane consumerism of Christmas. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon…
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39: Sit back, relax, and 𝓌𝒶𝓉𝒸𝒽 𝒶𝒹𝓈
Consumerism, Part 3 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss ADVERTISING. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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38: Polluting Pets
Consumerism, Part 2 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss pets and their environmental impact. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon…
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36: Fast Fashion (clothes are plastic now)
Consumerism, Part 1 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss fast fashion. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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35: Why Apple won't let us have good phones
Companies are deliberately making your phone worse. They give it security updates for fewer years, they make the battery deliberately worse and bombard you with advertising about the next big thing that you don't actually need. What are the reasons for this? When did it begin? And most…
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How We Make Episodes
Our episodes might seem like raw conversations about a topic, but it takes a lot longer than you think...
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34: Should We Go Paperless?
Waste, Part 3 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss Paper Waste. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type…
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33: Fed up with food waste
Waste, Part 2 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss Food Waste. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type…
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32: Degrowth: Prioritising Happiness & Dispelling the Myth of Green Growth
On this episode hosted arguably by Dexter Twycross, we discuss degrowth. See Dexter's book recommendations --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type…
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31: How Recycling Serves Big Oil
Waste, Part 1 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss Plastic Recycling. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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30: What are green houses made of?
Urban Expansion, Part 6 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss Sustainable Architecture. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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29: The Problem with Public Transport
We're all aware of the carbon emissions caused by driving cars everywhere, but the problem of car dependence runs deeper, threatening our physical and mental health. So what are some realistic solutions? Listen to find out. Urban Expansion, Part 6 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we…
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5: Vegetarianism and Veganism [2022 rerun]
In this episode Oscar Archibald debunks episode 5. Listen to the original --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type patreon.com/fightingfailure) Engage with our community (type...
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28: Every Type of Pollution
We all know about air pollution, but what effects do plastic, noise, oil and light pollution have on the animal kingdom? Urban Expansion, Part 5 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss every type of pollution. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable…
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27: Are Nature Sports Destroying Nature?
We'd all imagine that nature sports like hiking, biking, rock climbing and wild swimming are great for the environment - it's in the name, right? But what are the hidden environmental costs of enjoying yourself outdoors? Urban Expansion, Part 4 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss...
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26: Is Skiing Killing the Alps?
When we hear the term 'nature sports' or 'outdoor activities' we often envisage them as eco-friendly ways to recreate. In this episode, we break down the true environmental impact of outdoor winter sports, primarily skiing. Urban Expansion, Part 3 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we…
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25: The American Dream
Urban Expansion, Part 2 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss Suburban Sprawling. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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24: Should You Have Kids?
Urban Expansion, Part 1 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss Overpopulation. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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23: We need to talk about LEDs.
Energy - Part 6 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss LEDs and other Energy Saving Solutions. Ft. John Lucas Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us...
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Theo Ansell Debunks Veganism
An unedited debate between Oscar and former guest (on '10: Meat Industry') Theo Ansell debate about veganism. Oscar naturally defends his position, while Theo takes a devil's advocate approach. To see the video of this debate, go to this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VSr-Wwq9A0
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22: Your Carbon Footprint Is a Lie
On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss Carbon Footprint and Climate Shadow. Music © Hisham Kanaan 2022 --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (type shop.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (type fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (type...
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21: Is Cow a Sin?
This is our longest, most exciting and most controversial episode yet. Oscar, a staunchly ethical vegan, and Hisho, an environmental ‘flexitarian’ (joined by meat-eating Clement) debate about cattle’s place in our food system. We base our arguments from the book “Defending Beef” by environmental...
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20: Crypto Mining is the new Coal Mining (environmentally)
Energy, Part 4 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss Bitcoin and NFTs. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website Support us on Patreon Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter Instagram All Links --- View show notes - see images,...
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19: Heat Pumps with Michael Thomas
On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald and featuring special guest Michael Thomas, we discuss Heat Pumps. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website Support us on Patreon Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter Instagram All Links --- View show...
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18: The Problem With Renewables (and how to fix it)
Energy, Part 2 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss renewable energy. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website Support us on Patreon Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter Instagram All Links --- View show notes - see images,...
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17: Biofuels are Liarfuels
Energy, Part 1 On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss Biofuels. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise (merch.fightingfailure.earth) Check out our website (fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon (patreon.fightingfailure.earth) Engage with our community Read our…
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16.18: Halloween Special
On this episode, we discuss how to make your Halloween celebrations more eco-friendly. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website Support us on Patreon Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter Instagram All Links --- View show notes - see images,...
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16: Coexistence Mindset
Conservation, Part 6 On this episode hosted by Sandhya Stapleton, we discuss Human and Animal Coexistence. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website (fightingfailure.earth) Support us on Patreon Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter Instagram All...
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15: A Bug's Strife
Conservation, Part 5 On this episode hosted by Sandhya Stapleton, we discuss insects and ecosystems. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website Support us on Patreon Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter Instagram All Links --- View show notes…
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14: Greasy conscience: Palm oil
Conservation, Part 4 On this episode hosted by Sandhya Stapleton, we discuss Palm oil - one of the most frustrating climate problems. [Correction: Hisho doesn't like Nutella. Good for him (;] --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website Support us on Patreon Engage with...
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13: Ocean Conservation with Emily Ignatoff
Conservation, Part 3 On this episode hosted by Sandhya Stapleton and featuring Emily Ignatoff, we discuss the multitude of problems concerning our oceans, and ways to preserve them. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our website Support us on Patreon Engage with our...
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12: To Paper or not to Paper? That is the question...
Conservation, Part 2 On this episode hosted by Sandhya Stapleton, we discuss the multitude of problems concerning Forestry, the alternatives to paper and better ways to use trees. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our brand-new website Engage with our community Read our...
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11: A Wildlife Conservation Conversation
Conservation, Part 1 On this episode hosted by Sandhya Stapleton (and featuring Theo Ansell), we discuss Wildlife Conservation - problems and solutions. Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our brand-new website Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter…
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10: The Meat Industry with Theo Ansell
Agriculture, Part 6 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan featuring honoured guest Theo Ansell, we discuss the multitude of problems concerning the meat industry, ways to make the industry more sustainable and alternatives to eating meat. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check...
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9: The Plough is The Enemy
Agriculture, Part 5 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss the multitude of problems concerning tillage, the alternatives to ploughing your fields and an interesting Soil Warrior article. Watch Kiss the Ground --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our brand-new...
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8: Kiss the Ground
Agriculture, Part 4 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss the brilliant documentary Kiss the Ground. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our brand-new website Engage with our community Read our blog Contact us Twitter Instagram All Links --- Watch Kiss the...
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7: What You Put on Your Soil - Fertilisers
Agriculture, Part 3 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss the multitude of problems concerning fertilisers and their (over)usage, the alternatives to them and an interesting article. Note: Throughout these show notes I will use the UK spelling of fertiliser. Many people prefer to...
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6: What You Put on Your Soil - Pesticides
Agriculture, Part 2 On this episode hosted by Hisham Kanaan, we discuss the multitude of problems concerning pesticide usage, the alternatives to pesticides and an interesting Nat Geo article. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our brand-new website Engage with our...
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Bonus Scene from Episode 5: Chatting while Hisho was offline
BUY MERCH NOW! On this episode: We discuss random stuff while waiting for Hisho to re-join the call. Listen to the full episode Fighting Failure is a podcast from Oscar, Hisho and Sandhya. Every fortnight we bring you new and interesting solutions to different problems that face our planet. Make...
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5: Veganism & Vegetarianism - Friend or Foe?
Agriculture, Part 1 BUY MERCH NOW! On this episode: We discuss the problems facing veganism & vegetarianism, the solutions to those problems, and why avocados can be worse for the environment than chickens. Listen to the deleted scene from this episode - Oscar and Sandhya chat whilst Hisho is...
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4: Hydrogen: Fuel of the Future?
Transportation, Part 4 BUY MERCH NOW: shop.fightingfailure.earth On this episode: We discuss the problems facing hydrogen, the solutions to those problems, and how hydrogen can be used as a solution to other problems. Fighting Failure is a podcast from Oscar, Hisho and Sandhya. Every fortnight we...
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π: Space Travel
Transportation, Part 3.141592653... BUY MERCH NOW: shop.fightingfailure.earth On this episode: We discuss the problems facing space travel and the solutions to those problems. Fighting Failure is a podcast from Oscar, Hisho and Sandhya. Every fortnight we bring you new and interesting solutions…
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3: From China with love: Global Supply Chains
Transportation, Part 3 BUY MERCH NOW: shop.fightingfailure.earth On this episode: We discuss the problems facing global supply chains and the solutions to those problems. Fighting Failure is a podcast from Oscar, Hisho and Sandhya. Every fortnight we bring you new and interesting solutions to...
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2: The Plane is to Blame
Transportation, Part 2 On this episode: We discuss the problems facing air travel and the solutions to those problems. Fighting Failure is a podcast from Oscar, Hisho and Sandhya. Every fortnight we bring you new and interesting solutions to different problems that face our planet. Make sure to...
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Φ: Mind the Gap
Transportation, Part 1.61... On this episode hosted by Oscar Archibald, we discuss the multitude of problems concerning passenger rail, potential solutions and an interesting BBC article. --- Support the show with sustainable merchandise Check out our brand-new website Engage with our community...
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1: The Problem with EVs
Transportation, Part 1. On this episode: We discuss the problems facing EVs and the solutions to those problems. Fighting Failure is a podcast from Oscar, Hisho and Sandhya. Every fortnight we bring you new and interesting solutions to different problems that face our planet. Make sure to follow…
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0: Who are we?
On this episode: We introduce ourselves and the show. See the transcript: Transcript Fighting Failure is a new podcast from Oscar, Hisho and Sandhya. Every fortnight we bring you new and interesting solutions to different problems that face our planet. Make sure to follow us wherever you get your...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Fighting Failure: Preventing the Next Mass Extinction | Season 4: Beyond the Bottom LineOscar and Hisho - two teenagers on two different continents - discuss solutions to the climate crisis. In each exciting episode we take a problem, technology or idea (for example E.V.s, Veganism or Global Supply Chains) and we discuss the problems it faces and potential solutions. Served with a side of statistics and seasoned with a generous pinch of fun, laughter and friendship 💚.In this season, 'Beyond the Bottom Line', we'll be discussing the impact of finance, and climate justice.
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Oscar Archibald and Hisham Kanaan
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