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The Man Who Fed the World
This episode unpacks the story of Norman Borlaug, whose relentless scientific innovation and on-the-ground dedication quietly averted a global food crisis and saved billions of lives.
“This episode unpacks the story of Norman Borlaug, whose relentless scientific innovation and on-the-ground dedication quietly averted a global food crisis and saved billions of lives.”
— Leon Hesser, The Man Who Fed the World
Agricultural innovation, global food security, scientific perseverance
If you've ever wondered how seemingly insurmountable global problems are truly solved, or felt the weight of a challenge that demands relentless, practical action, and this will help you see what to do next.
Leon Hesser, an agricultural economist and close associate of Norman Borlaug, offers an intimate, authoritative account of the scientist's life and the monumental impact of his work, drawing from years of direct observation.