Max Gladwell

The Colbert Report interviews GM Vice Chairman and global warming skeptic Bob Lutz on the new 2011 Chevy Volt. Bob Lutz is GM’s Vice Chairman and one of the world’s more high-profile global warming skeptics. Stephen Colbert invites him on the show to talk about the recently unveiled 2011 Chevy Volt. Lutz mentions that one [...]

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After reading the first chapter of Thomas Friedman’s new book, we’re eager to read the rest. Thomas Friedman’s new book, Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution–and How It Can Renew America, was recently released. He’s been promoting it through so many speaking engagements for months, and he’s still on the circuit. [...]

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As water gets the attention it deserves, the issue can be framed in terms we understand all too well. Here are the 10 ways that freshwater and carbon dioxide are two sides of the same coin. Water is the new oil. This is certain to be repeated ad nauseum in the coming months and years. [...]

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Colbert spoofs the Democratic National Convention’s green efforts and transitions into an interview with Libertarian presidential candidate Bob Barr. After more than a week off, the Colbert Report returns with a exceptional show. Following a bit where Colbert juxtaposes DNC commentary with B-roll from Burning Man, he explores the convention’s green efforts. Libertarian presidential candidate [...]

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Global Warming is about to give way to Global Parching, sharing the international stage among the most urgent and high-profile crises of our time. Consider yourself warned. Water will soon become the new carbon. Global Parching, as we’re calling it, is poised to give Global Warming a run for its money in terms of media [...]

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