Podcasts about Gwynne Dyer

This week within days of each other both the US and Russia made significant moves to influence the war in Ukraine. For the first time Ukraine has fired long range missiles deep within Russia after outgoing US President Jo Biden gave Kiev the green light. In response Russia loosened its limits on the use of nuclear weapons. In Gaza tens of thousands have been killed in Israel's bombardment and in Sudan - some 14 million people have been displaced by fighting there. Gwynne Dyer is an historian and independent journalist, an expert in geopolitics who's published several books, made award winning documentaries and who's column is syndicated in about 100 papers across 45 countries.

In 2015, 195 countries gathered in Paris to discuss how to address the climate crisis. Although there was plenty they couldn't agree on, there was one point of near-absolute consensus: if the planet becomes 2°C hotter than it was before industrialization, the effects will be catastrophic. Despite that consensus, we have continued barrelling toward that 2°C threshold. And while the world is finally paying attention to climate change, the pace of our action is radically out of step with the severity of the problem. What is becoming increasingly clear is that just cutting our emissions – by switching to clean energy or driving electric cars – will not be sufficient. We will also need some bold technological solutions if we want to maintain some semblance of life as we know it.Luckily, everything is on the table. Grinding entire mountains into powder and dumping them into oceans. Sucking carbon directly out of the air and burying it underground. Spraying millions of tons of sulphur dioxide directly into the atmosphere.Gwynne Dyer has spent the past four years interviewing the world's leading climate scientists about the moonshots that could save the planet. Dyer is a journalist and historian who has written a dozen books over his career, and has become one of Canada's most trusted commentators on war and geopolitics.But his latest book, Intervention Earth, is about the battle to save the planet.Like any reporting on the climate, it's inevitably a little depressing. But with this book Dyer has also given us a different way of thinking about the climate crisis – and maybe even a road map for how technology could help us avoid our own destruction.Mentioned:“Intervention Earth: Life-Saving Ideas from the World's Climate Engineers” by Gwynne Dyer“Scientists warn Earth warming faster than expected – due to reduction in ship pollution” by Nicole Mortillaro“Global warming in the pipeline” by James Hansen, et al.“Albedo Enhancement by Stratospheric Sulfur Injections: A Contribution to Resolve a Policy Dilemma?” by Paul CrutzenFurther Reading:Interview with Hans Joachim Schellnhuber and Gwynne Dyer

Our guest is Gwynne Dyer, an author, columnist, broadcaster and lecturer on international affairs. In this episode, we discuss the key messages from his new book Intervention Earth: Life-Saving Ideas from the World's Climate Engineers, based on extensive interviews with the world's top climate scientists. We discuss his insights from these interviews on the state of our climate, and address controversies and concerns over carbon dioxide removal (CDR) and solar radiation management (SRM).Links:Gwynne Dyer's profileCheck out his new book, Intervention Earth: Life-Saving IdeasCheck out this survey: World's top climate scientists expect global heating to blast past 1.5C targetSupport the Show.Subscribe for email updates

Cooling the planet will be impossible without direct human intervention. How can we safely save the world?

How hot will people get, how many dying, before someone tries geoengineering? Should scientists test out last-ditch solutions? Long-time journalist, film-maker, and author Dr. Gwynne Dyer says “yes” in his new book “Intervention Earth – Life-Saving Ideas from the World’s Climate Engineers”. You  …

Gwynne Dyer, renowned historian, journalist, broadcaster, and author, joins Banyen for a discussion of his book Intervention Earth: Life-Saving Ideas from the World's Climate Engineers. Gwynne Dyer is an internationally renowned historian, journalist, broadcaster, and author. He is a Member of the Order of Canada, and recipient of the The Southam Fellowship and Canadian Queen's Jubilee Medal. His 7-part documentary series War was nominated for an Academy Award, and his series The Human Race and Protection Force both won Gemini awards. He served in three navies and held academic appointments at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and Oxford University before launching his twice-weekly column on international affairs, which is published by over 175 papers in some 45 countries. He is the author of several books including War: The Lethal Custom and Climate Wars, based on his CBC Ideas series of the same name.

Gwynne Dyer's new book, Intervention Earth, is really about geoenginering and the urgency of studying the numerous proposals for cooling the planet faster than by simply reducing carbon emissions. For several years, Dyer and his wife Tina Viljoen have been filming numerous interviews with experts on climate, aware earlier than most other people that the only possible way to avert global catastrophe would eventually depend on the application of some such measures at scale. At last, that reality is becoming recognized by scientists, but much more needs to happen to change public opinion in time. Therefore, Dyer devotes the first half of the book to convincing the reader that, like it or not, we must start iimmediately getting ready. An edited transcript of this conversation will appear in the April 2024 issue of Peace Magazine. For the video, audio podcast, transcript, and comments, see https://tosavetheworld.ca/episode-594-its-time-to-geoengineer-climate.

Block 1 - From Canadian inflation numbers to the latest decision on interest rates by the U.S. central bank and a takeover of a promising Canadian drug company, we recap the top stories of the week. Plus, we check in with Pedro Antunes, chief economist with the Conference Board of Canada, for his insights on when Canadian lending rates might finally start heading lower. Block 2 - It's harder than ever to buy a home in Canada, which is a big reason why Canada's home ownership rate is falling. We'll take a look at Canada's housing market By The Numbers and speak with some experts who are finding some innovative solutions to the problem. Alex Kjorven, Chief Product Officer of Ourboro, explains the company's business model of becoming equity partners with prospective buyers by helping out with the down payment. Next, we talk to with Nikolaas Van Der Velde, Finance Manager at Indwell, who are selling community bonds to investors looking to help spur the construction of affordable housing. Block 3 - Climate scientists say we are already missing key targets for emissions, and a new book explores their thoughts about what comes next. Amanda Lang speaks to author and historian, Gwynne Dyer. And in this week's edition of The Takeaway, Amanda says complex problems like climate change require humanity to resist our innate urge for immediate gratification, and suggests that perhaps we need to get smarter about the ways that we are dumb. 

Ruth Townend is joined in the studio by Gwynne Dyer, author of Climate Wars, and Chatham House's own Dr Daniel Quiggin to talk about climate solutions from the magical to the mundane. For his forthcoming book Intervention Earth, Dyer has spoken with more than 50 thinkers, innovators and engineers about how we might cool the planet and avoid catastrophe. Dyer, Quiggin and Townend explore the potential of unicorns, workhorses, and the odd dark horse technology, discuss the moral hazard of reliance on unproven technology, and consider the role of both technology and governance in meeting the Paris Agreement goals.  You can find out more about Gwynne Dyer's work on his website, and read Daniel Quiggin's work on the role of the aviation industry in reaching net zero on the Chatham House website. Presented by Ruth Townend. Sound by Alex Moyler. Follow Chatham House on Bluesky 

Luke Iseman is the founder of Make Sunsets, a recently launched startup that is selling “cooling credits” on the promise that they will release sulphur dioxide into the stratosphere using weather balloons. In this episode, we discuss Make Sunset's mission to “substantially lower global temperatures,” the details of their offering, the technical challenges for verifying their cooling credits, and the potential political repercussions of their effortsLinks: Make Sunsets official website: https://makesunsets.com/ Make Sunsets contested cooling calculations: https://makesunsets.com/blogs/news/calculating-cooling Luke's blog post from just before he launched this effort, “Geoengineering Now”: https://www.dirtnail.com/2022/04/04/geoengineering-now/ Some reactions to Make Sunsets: Ted Parson's essay on Make Sunsets, “A Dangerous Disruption”: https://legal-planet.org/2023/01/02/a-dangerous-disruption/ David Keith on why not to commercialize geoengineering: https://twitter.com/DKeithClimate/status/1608085360927457281 Gwynne Dyer's comment in Stuff: https://www.stuff.co.nz/opinion/130909204/balloon-goes-up-on-geoengineering-sulfur-scam Another podcast interview with Luke Iseman by Reviewer 2 Does Geoengineering: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Fr15fdX20qyyfVX8VCF3Q Support the show

Cordula Schnuer from Delano joined Tom in the studio this morning for Delano's Top Of The Week. Up for discussion was Luxembourg Pride which is taking place this week in Esch Throughout the week, visitors can attend a host of different events including a queer arts festival, a queer movie night screening of Japanese drama “His”, an exhibition on LBGTIQ+ history in Luxembourg, on 4th July at 7pm there is a ceremony to remember victims of social hate and crimes at the national monument of resistance, there will be a conference on LGBTIQ+ activism in Europe at the University of Luxembourg. And of course there's the pride parade, street fest and party on 9 and 10 July, with an appearance by Boy George and Culture Club. Cordula's event picks in luxembourg this week included A John Constable exhibition at the Villa Vauban https://villavauban.lu/en/exhibition/john-constables-english-landscapes/ Luxembourg Street Festival t Philharmonie https://delano.lu/event/2022-07-07-lxb-street And the Blues Express festival happening at La Sauvage https://delano.lu/event/2022-07-09-hop-aboard-the-blues-express Cordula's personal pick was a book: Shortest History of War by Gwynne Dyer.

Historian Gwynne Dyer on his search to understand whether war is embedded in human nature, and why things are changing, despite the world becoming less violent over the past seven decades

Historian Gwynne Dyer on his search to understand whether war is embedded in human nature, and why things are changing, despite the world becoming less violent over the past seven decades

It's been 75 years since one great power has been to war with another directly. That's the longest interval in several thousand years, but historian Gwynne Dyer believes we could soon see this change if we don't take time to examine our relationship with war.

As the planet heats up, competition for resources rises and populations migrate. Even without the impact of natural disasters it's enough to raise the tensions between nations. Gwynne Dyer is an historian, independent journalist and the author of 2011's ‘Climate Wars: The Fight for Survival as the World Overheats'. In this episode, James and Gwynne discuss the ways in which climate change could lead to wars in the future, and whether it is possible to prevent this. Gwynne's new book can be found here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shortest-History-War-Gwynne-Dyer/dp/191040084X See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I previously published an episode titled "The Climate Crisis requires profound societal changes immediately" and I am publishing this to provide additional context for those interested in how climate change may play out geopolitically and militarily. You can find the three CBC Radio One "Ideas" episodes Dyer himself narrated in 2009 at the following link. You can also track down his book "Climate Wars" via the same site. See: Climate Wars - three part audio synopsis https://gwynnedyer.com/radio/ ---- A couple notes: 1. Ocean acidification, a very serious concern, is not mentioned in the CBC Ideas "Climate Wars" audio. 2. Solar radiation management (injecting reflective materials into the stratosphere) would not impede ocean acidification without significant reductions in GHG emissions. It would, rather, only temporarily reduce global temperatures and only do so as long as it was maintained (such materials would typically only stay in the stratosphere for a few years before dissipating).

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It's been 75 years since one great power has been to war with another directly. That's the longest interval in several thousand years, but historian Gwynne Dyer believes we could soon see this change if we don't take time to examine our relationship with war.

Today, we continue our trend of discussing politics! We'd like to officially welcome Dr. Valerie D'Erman,  Instructor of Political Science at the University of Victoria, on the Podcast. Mcgill University!Why do we do the thing we say we'll never do? Pattern recognition? Habits?Introverts rejoice! You don't have to call restaurants anymore. :)Speaking of introverts, this important book is currently helping John understand everyone around him :) Not to disagree with Valerie, but I assure you, she meant to say, Britain is officially and legally out of the EU! :) Thanks for listening Giuseppe! :) For more information on Brexit and all things news, BBC is generally a great source of reliable information!"Obstinate Euro Scepticism." This doesn't sound good...Populism is a common and potentially dangerous reality that pervades all sides of modern politics. Has Trump thought it through?Neutral Analytics is a practice we all need to learn. What a less angry and better connected world we could be. Well done Valerie!GWYNNE DYER has worked as a freelance journalist, columnist, broadcaster and lecturer on international affairs for more than 20 years, but he was originally trained as an historian.Trump is not the cause but the result of a deep seeded problem that already existed and exists in modern politics. Freud: “Love and work are the cornerstones of our humanness.”Fact Check: The United States is NOT the worst country for income disparity. But, it's still not great.For the record, we hope Alberta doesn't separate from Canada. Besides their important industries and great people, who would Andrew and I cheer for? UBI (Universal Basic Income) might sound like a disease but it has its proponents and it's definitely not a black or white issue. Here's some articles for further reading. CERB has been a life saver and business saver for many but people are people and there are those who have taken advantage of the benefit. Mandatory Public Service (Conscription) is a controversial approach but could be helpful for engaging and equipping people for life skills. "Democracy is not a birthright. It's fragile." We all need to learn how to discuss controversial topics with kindness, humility and grace. We need to acknowledge our ignorance with a sense of humor and listen to other people's points of view. We're thankful to Valerie for showing us how.

From today's show, commentary on Gwynne Dyer's opinion piece in The Portugal News - "English turkeys vote for Christmas"Find the original here: https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/english-turkeys-vote-for-christmas/52426

Journalist and international affairs commentator Gwynne Dyer explains what he found out about climate change from interviewing leading scientists around the world. This is a ominous tale to which we need to respond or face grim consequences.

Brian McKenna   Brian and I talk about his new film Newfoundland at Armageddon, unnecessary war and how an incident with bullies changed his life.   Trailer   CBC link here.   Newfoundland at Armageddon will air on CBC TV on Thursday, June 30 at 8 pm (8:30 pm NT), mere hours before the 100th anniversary of the event that changed Newfoundland - and Canada - forever.   Synopsis   One hundred years ago, on July 1st, 1916, the Newfoundland Regiment took part in a massive First World War offensive on the Somme, led by the British to liberate France and Belgium from the claws of the Germans. Some 800 soldiers from the Regiment went over the top that morning, near Beaumont-Hamel in France.   The following day only 68 were able to answer roll call. Because of that battle, nothing about Newfoundland would ever be the same. To commemorate the one hundredth anniversary, Brian McKenna’s latest feature documentary film Newfoundland at Armageddon tells the story of this epic tragedy. Using a technique he perfected during his 2007 project, The Great War, 21 descendants of soldiers who fought with the Newfoundland Regiment were recruited.   Through descendants’ eyes, and with the guidance of regimental records, historians’ research, soldiers’ files, diaries, letters and family stories, the documentary recreates the battle and its aftermath in Newfoundland. With the help of dramatization, we go behind the scenes of history and visit General Haig as he’s planning the battle with his generals; we’re also confronted to the hardships of a family who sent a son to war.   Enhanced with special effects and CGI, the battle and night raids are intercut with dramatizations, archive footage and photos, as well as interviews with prominent historians, John Fitzgerald, Margot Duley, Gwynne Dyer and Adam Hochschild.   Narrated by Newfoundland musician Alan Doyle, written by renowned Quebec filmmaker Brian McKenna and multi-award winning Newfoundland author Michael Crummey, directed by Brian McKenna, this 90 minutes documentary film is a Galafilm Productions inc. (Quebec) and Morag Loves Company inc. (Newfoundland) coproduction.       Biography   Filmmaker, historian, author and journalist Brian McKenna is best known for his provocative, prize-winning films on Canada's and the world’s history: The Great War, Big Sugar, The Killing Ground, War at Sea, The Valour and the Horror, Web of War, War of 1812, Fire and Ice: The Rocket Richard Riot, Chiefs, Korea: The Unfinished War, Battlefield Quebec: Wolfe and Montcalm, Famine and Shipwreck, an Irish Odyssey, and his most recent project, The Secret World of Gold. McKenna also directed the Gemini Award - winning television program Memoirs of Pierre Trudeau, a five -part series broadcast on both the French and English networks of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. A companion volume to the series became a Canadian publishing bestseller.   In 2003, McKenna was honoured with the prestigious Gordon Sinclair Award for Broadcast Journalism at the 18th Annual Gemini Awards. Brian McKenna is also a founding producer of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's Oscar - winning current affairs show, The Fifth Estate, a former parliamentary correspondent for   The Montreal Star and co - author of the Penguin Books history of Montreal's legendary mayor, Jean Drapeau. He is the founding chairman of the Canadian Committee to Protect Journalists, prompted by his experience with war, torture and terrorism. Brian McKenna is a graduate of the Loyola College (then part of University of Montreal) with degrees in English Literature (1967) and Communication Arts (1968).   ----------   Please visit my website for more information on my podcasting, writing and public speaking.   With thanks to producer Josh Snethlage and Mixed Media Sound.     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As the aftermath of the terrorist attack on Paris continues to unfold, Canadian journalist and military historian Gwynne Dyer suggests the western world and specifically the United States does not need to be overly concerned with the rise of the so called "Islamic State." For this edition of In The Author's Voice, WSIU's Jeff Williams talked with Dyer about his new book Don't Panic: ISIS, Terror and Today's Middle East. The conversation was recorded just days before the the November 13th terrorist attack in Paris.

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Gwynne Dyer on his 2008 book Climate Wars- update

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Global food shortages, waves of refugees, countries at war over dwindling resources. In a new book, Gwynne Dyer offers a terrifying vision of the not-too-distant future, all driven by the effects of global warming. Dyer is a Canadian journalist and historian. His book is called "Climate Wars". (Originally aired June 2009)

Global food shortages, waves of refugees, countries at war over dwindling resources. In a new book, Gwynne Dyer offers a terrifying vision of the not-too-distant future, all driven by the effects of global warming. Dyer is a Canadian journalist and historian. His book is called "Climate Wars". (Originally aired June 2009)

As Iraq descends closer to civil war, no-one doubts that George W. Bush's Iraq strategy has been an abysmal failure - just as Gwynne Dyer argued it would be in his books "Ignorant Armies" and "Future: Tense". What will happen not just in Iraq and the Middle East region once American troops are withdrawn? In his new book "The Mess They Made," Dyer predicts that the Middle East will go through the biggest shake up since the region was conquered and folded into the Ottoman Empire five centuries ago. (Originally aired November 2007)

Journalist and historian, Gwynne Dyer, discusses his book Climate Wars, outlining the impact that climate change is likely to have on international relations. Dyer focuses particularly on the military conflicts that he sees resulting from global warming.

Journalist and historian, Gwynne Dyer, discusses his book Climate Wars, outlining the impact that climate change is likely to have on international relations. Dyer focuses particularly on the military conflicts that he sees resulting from global warming.

In a new book, Gwynne Dyer offers a terrifying vision of the not-too-distant future, all driven by the effects of global warming. Dyer is a Canadian journalist and historian. His book is called Climate Wars.

In a new book, Gwynne Dyer offers a terrifying vision of the not-too-distant future, all driven by the effects of global warming. Dyer is a Canadian journalist and historian. His book is called Climate Wars.

Listen as Gwynne Dyer, author of Climate Wars, tells us why we need to start honestly talking about Climate, and the disappointing way Canada has failed to act.

In a new book, journalist and historian Gwynne Dyer has some surprising predictions about what will likely happen in the Middle East after the Americans leave. It's called "The Mess They Made: The Middle East After Iraq".