Naomi Oreskes

Naomi Oreskes, a historian and author of "Merchants of Doubt," discusses how industries like tobacco and fossil fuels have weaponized uncertainty to protect their profits. She reveals the calculated tactics that create public confusion, such as astroturfing and framing issues as personal freedoms. Oreskes emphasizes the urgency of distinguishing real scientific skepticism from manufactured doubt, especially in the context of emerging technologies like AI. She advocates for adaptive governance and effective communication to combat disinformation and foster informed decision-making.

Naomi Oreskes, historian of science and Harvard professor known for work on scientific skepticism and climate history, joins to weigh whether today’s attacks on science are truly new. She discusses how political power and corporate interests have long shaped mistrust. They dig into ghostwriting scandals, vaccine skepticism tied to political agendas, and why public funding matters.

Naomi Oreskes, professeure à Harvard et spécialiste de l'histoire des sciences, explore le concept de 'fondamentalisme de marché'. Elle discute de son impact sur les débats publics et les défis environnementaux. Oreskes dénonce les illusions du marché libre, considérées presque comme une religion, et leur influence sur la démocratie. Elle évoque également l'arrogance épistémique et critique le scepticisme erroné des négationnistes climatiques, tout en plaidant pour une action collective face à la crise climatique.

Join climate scientist Michael Mann, historian Naomi Oreskes, virologist Angie Rasmussen, and public health leader Deb Houry as they dive into the current challenges in science and public health. Mann discusses attacks on climate research fueled by fossil-fuel interests. Oreskes highlights the erosion of trust in government and science. Rasmussen exposes disinformation tactics that undermine public health messaging. Houry shares her insights on the politicization within the CDC. Together, they unravel the intricate dance between evidence, trust, and misinformation.

Naomi Oreskes, a Harvard professor and climate change activist, dives into the intersection of climate fiction and science. She discusses how storytelling can inspire hope and engagement in the face of a worsening climate crisis. Oreskes critiques societal reactions to climate science, emphasizing the influence of capitalism on our understanding and action. She explores how dystopian narratives can illustrate potential futures, and how fiction sometimes conveys complex truths more effectively than traditional science can.