Michael Shellenberger: podcast appearances and interviews

Michael D. Shellenberger, born on June 16, 1971, is an American professor, author, and journalist known for his controversial views within environmental discourse. He has authored books such as Apocalypse Never (2020), which addresses environmental issues, and San Fransicko (2021), exploring homelessness. Both works have sparked debates and received both praise and critique from academics and journalists. Shellenberger is recognized for critiquing the environmental movement and offering alternative perspectives on climate change and environmental policies. He argues that although global warming is a concern, it is not an apocalyptic threat. He advocates for utilizing technologies such as genetically modified organisms, industrial agriculture, fracking, and nuclear power to address environmental challenges. In addition to his writing and academic work, Shellenberger has run for governor of California in both 2018 and 2022, though he was unsuccessful in each campaign. As of 2026, he is affiliated with the University of Austin, where he is on the faculty in the area of Politics, Censorship and Free Speech, continuing his engagement in public discourse.