From Executive Order to Farm to Plate

Welcome to the week.

We’re back this week on the pod with a timely episode on bird flu! I know, I know, it’s kind of a downer that no one really wants to think about amidst everything else going on, but…we’ve gotta talk about it. Especially with the wonderful Dr. Nahid Bhadelia, an infectious disease doctor from the BU School of Medicine. Listen here.

Ok, now here’s what you came for.

This week:

• 🏦 Green banks

• 😷 Public health chaos

• 🌊 Desalination breakthroughs

• 🤖 AI regulation vs. investment

• And more

Have a great week,

— Willow

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🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ Most of the time (40%)

“If I trust the creator, and there are some progressive creators!, I post their content. If I don't know you, typically I'll research or not post.”

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Sometimes (14%)

“It depends on the source. If the source is a known credible expert in that arena, I don’t fact check. If it’s information I’ve never heard of, I check, regardless of source.”

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Rarely (2%)

“I am usually only reading research papers written by scientists who adhere to the SCIENTIFIC METHOD when reporting their work. Sometimes, I read compilations of published works. These always quote citations which is great for those who seek more or detailed findings on the given topic(s).”

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Never (1%)

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