Why you have to be optimistic

The Weeds by Vox Media Podcast Network

Apr 12, 202629:36News & Politics

When the world is on fire, it’s difficult to stay hopeful. But our future depends on it. This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by David Tatasciore,...

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