Ian Angus on capitalism, ecosocialism and 'metabolic rifts' | Green Left Show #88
Climate and Capitalism editor Ian Angus joined the Green Left Show to discuss his latest book "Metabolic Rifts: Capitalism's Assault on the Earth System". Angus will be speaking at Ecosocialism 2026 where "Metabolic Rifts" will be available for purchase.
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The discussion covered: (0:50) Metabolic Rifts; (3:05) Why is capitalism to blame?; (6:05) Why ecosocialism?; (7:05) The importance of science; (9:55) Is it too late?; (11:59) Capitalism and pandemics; and (15:40) Ecosocialism 2026
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