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Joe Rogan ExperienceSep 23, 2020

#1540 - Frank von Hippel

Summary, books mentioned, transcript quotes, and timestamps for #1540 - Frank von Hippel on Joe Rogan Experience.

Guest: Frank von Hippel

Notable books mentioned: The Chemical Age by Frank von Hippel, The Lost City of Z by null, The Flit Gun, DDT

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Frank von Hippel

The host mentioned 'The Chemical Age' to highlight Frank von Hippel's extensive knowledge in eco toxicology and his contributions to science. The c…

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The host mentions 'The Lost City of Z' to illustrate the devastating effects of European diseases on indigenous populations in the Americas. This b…

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#1540 - Frank von Hippel mentions The Chemical Age by Frank von Hippel, The Lost City of Z by null, The Flit Gun, and DDT with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Guest: Frank von Hippel
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Frank A. Von Hippel is an expert in ecotoxicology: the study of how pollutants impact human health and the environment at large. A professor at Northern Arizona University, Von Hippel is the author of The Chemical Age: How Chemists Fought Famine and Disease, Killed Millions, and Changed Our Relationship with the Earth, and the host of The Science History Podcast.
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  • A second recurring theme is Environmental Pollution and Justice.
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  • The strongest audience signal points to Listeners interested in eco toxicology and environmental science and History enthusiasts and those interested in colonial impact.
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Dr. Seuss and propaganda(1)Environmental Pollution and Justice(1)European diseases impact(1)Frank von Hippel's expertise(1)herbicides in warfare(1)pesticide use history(1)
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Critical Analysis(2)Deep Dive(2)Highly Recommended(1)Passing Reference(1)
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Listeners interested in eco toxicology and environmental scienceHistory enthusiasts and those interested in colonial impactHistory enthusiasts and fans of Dr. SeussEnvironmental activists and policymakersIndividuals interested in environmental justice and the history of warfareEnvironmental scientists and public health advocates

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The Chemical Age
Frank von Hippel
Best for Listeners interested in eco toxicology and environmental scienceOften cited around Frank von Hippel's expertise

“Your book, The Chemical Age, touches on a lot of subjects that I find very fascinating, particularly pesticides. I am consistently terrified of pesticides.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Listeners interested in eco toxicology and environmental science
Key quote: “This was a fascinating conversation I had.”
The host mentioned 'The Chemical Age' to highlight Frank von Hippel's extensive knowledge in eco toxicology and his contributions to science. The conversation was described as fascinating and informative, showcasing von Hippel's insights into environmental issues.
ASIN: B08DVDDK2J
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The Lost City of Z
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Best for History enthusiasts and those interested in colonial impactOften cited around European diseases impact

“The discussion references a movie about a traveler who found a lost tribe in the Amazon, based on a book about a real-life explorer who was killed, possibly by cannibals.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: History enthusiasts and those interested in colonial impact
Key quote: “And the idea is there was a city that existed. And then by the time he had returned, I think the theory is that European explorers had given these people diseases and smallpox and the like and wiped out like enormous swaths of the population almost instantly.”
The host mentions 'The Lost City of Z' to illustrate the devastating effects of European diseases on indigenous populations in the Americas. This book serves as a backdrop to discuss the historical context of exploration and its consequences on native civilizations.
ASIN: B001U2MTK6
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The Flit Gun
Best for History enthusiasts and fans of Dr. SeussOften cited around Dr. Seuss and propaganda

“Dr. Seuss was involved in creating advertisements for an insecticide called The Flit Gun, which was based on chrysanthemum products.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: History enthusiasts and fans of Dr. Seuss
Key quote: “The US Army recruited Dr Seuss, Theodor Geisel to to make these.”
The host mentions 'The Flit Gun' in the context of Dr. Seuss's involvement in creating advertisements for insecticides during World War II. This highlights an unexpected aspect of Seuss's career beyond children's literature.
ASIN: 1945687061
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DDT
Best for Environmental activists and policymakersOften cited around Environmental Pollution and Justice

“DDT would have been a wonderful public health tool if we had just used it for that, but we couldn't stop ourselves from using it everywhere.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Environmental activists and policymakers
Key quote: “So the way this whole problem was discovered was in the 1980s, scientists in Canada wanted to understand breast milk contamination of women who lived in southern Canada and the industrial and agricultural areas of Canada.”
The host discusses the pervasive issue of environmental pollution, particularly how persistent organic pollutants like DDT affect indigenous peoples in the Arctic. This leads to a mention of the book 'DDT' as it highlights the historical context and implications of these chemicals on human health and the environment.
ASIN: 164503674X
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Agent Orange
Best for Individuals interested in environmental justice and the history of warfareOften cited around herbicides in warfare

“At the end of the Vietnam War, we signed a declaration forbidding the use of herbicides and warfare, including Agent Orange.”

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis
For: Individuals interested in environmental justice and the history of warfare
Key quote: “So, you know, this kind of warfare, environmental injustice thing, it extends even to herbicides which were used in war.”
The host discusses the historical use of herbicides like Agent Orange in warfare, particularly during the Vietnam War, and its devastating effects on both the environment and human health. This mention serves to highlight the ongoing consequences of these chemicals, particularly in relation to modern agricultural practices.
ASIN: 1609801369
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lead poisoning
Best for Environmental scientists and public health advocatesOften cited around pesticide use history

“Lead poisoning has been linked to impulsivity and aggressive behavior, affecting decision-making and potentially contributing to the fall of the Roman Empire.”

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis
For: Environmental scientists and public health advocates
Key quote: “So in the 80s, when they were using were using lead and they were using arsenic, that combating locusts, like what were they what were they trying to kill?”
The host discusses the historical context of pesticide use, highlighting the transition from metal-based pesticides to synthetic compounds after World War II. This leads to a mention of the book 'Lead Poisoning' as a critical resource for understanding the dangers associated with these toxic substances.
ASIN: B0FJKBDRY9
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Starship Troopers

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Our Planet

Confidence: 80%

“A clip from 'Our Planet' on Netflix is referenced, showcasing a time lapse of a parasitic fungus infecting ants.”

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Meat Eater

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“The podcast mentions 'Meat Eater', a television show on Netflix, where a friend filmed in the rainforest.”

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The Lost City of Z

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“A movie about a traveler from Great Britain who found a lost tribe in the Amazon, which was based on a real-life explorer who was killed, possibly by cannibals.”

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