Plutocrats and Bunkers
David and Kara delve into the mindset of wealthy tech leaders who view climate change as an engineering challenge rather than a political one. They discuss the alarming trend of these billionaires preparing for potential disasters with elaborate escape plans, including bunkers and motorcycles, revealing a disconnection from the realities of the world. This raises questions about their awareness of societal discontent and the implications of their actions.In this clip
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