The Anthropocene Reviewed

By: Complexly John Green
  • Summary

  • The Anthropocene is the current geological age, in which human activity has profoundly shaped the planet and its biodiversity. On The Anthropocene Reviewed, #1 New York Times bestselling author John Green (The Fault in Our Stars, Turtles All the Way Down) reviews different facets of the human-centered planet on a five-star scale. WNYC Studios is a listener-supported producer of other leading podcasts including On the Media, Snap Judgment, Death, Sex & Money, Nancy and Here’s the Thing with Alec Baldwin. © WNYC Studios
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Episodes
  • Orbital Sunrise
    Aug 26 2021

    John Green reviews something he's never seen and never will: an orbital sunrise.

    This episode marks the end of our summer miniseries. You can buy a copy of The Anthropocene Reviewed book online or at your local bookstore: https://anthropocenereviewedbook.com/ Thank you again for your tremendous support.

    Episode art by Nadim Silverman.

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    23 mins
  • Ginkgo Biloba
    Jun 30 2021

    John Green reviews a particular Ginkgo biloba tree.

    The Anthropocene Reviewed book is out now and is a #1 New York Times Bestseller! The San Francisco Chronicle called it the perfect book for "whenever you need a reminder of what it is to feel small and human in the best possible way."

    Order a copy online or at your local bookstore: anthropocenereviewedbook.com

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    28 mins
  • Icelandic Hot Dog Stand and Signing Your Name 250,000 Times
    May 18 2021

    John Green reviews an Icelandic hot dog stand and the act of signing your name 250,000 times in a four-month period.

    The Anthropocene Reviewed book is out now! The San Francisco Chronicle called it the perfect book for "whenever you need a reminder of what it is to feel small and human in the best possible way."

    Order a copy online or at your local bookstore: anthropocenereviewedbook.com

    John is on (virtual) tour this week to celebrate the book release. For more information and tickets: johngreenbooks.com/appearances

    A fan-made web site that allows readers of The Anthropocene Reviewed to share where each copy ends up: theanthropocenereviewed.com

    Episode art by Nadim Silverman.

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    26 mins

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