Fault Lines presents What On Earth: “Can Earth Day be badass again?
The climate is changing. So are we. On What On Earth, you’ll explore a world of solutions with host Laura Lynch and our team of journalists. In 1970, 20 million people showed...
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Latest available episode Fault Lines presents What On Earth: “Can Earth Day be badass again?
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Episode 1 - Ripples in a Pond
Johanna sets up two different, equally likely scenarios. First, The Big One: a 9.1 mega-thrust earthquake. Then, the lesser known 7.0 magnitude crustal quake which is shallow and strikes beneath the city...
Episode 2 - The First 24 hours
The West Coast is cut off from the rest of BC and Canada. A major tsunami has hit the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Those who survive gather and try to locate...
Episode 3 - 72 Hours - When Supplies Run Out
Three days after the quake, food and supplies are starting to run out. Communication lines improve. Social media and radio are a lifeline. Families reunite, but people are afraid to go into...
Episode 4 - One Week and a New Normal
We are still in the life-saving phase but rescue becomes recovery. Outside aid arrives and we realize the scope of the damage. Thousands are homeless but communities gather together to create some...
Episode 5 - A Month, A Year, and Lessons from Christchurch
Survival and resilience are key to the rebuilding efforts. Hear how to have the plan you need so you can do it. Two survivors of Christchurch quakes share their essential tips. Preparation...
