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Cosmic catastrophism

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The hypothesis that periodic catastrophic events, such as asteroid impacts, significantly influence the Earth's ecosystems and civilizations.

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Episode #024: Lost Civilization Veiled: Younger Dryas - The Big Picture

Apr 6, 2020

In this episode, Randall Carlson discusses the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human and Earth history, emphasizing events like the Younger Dryas Boundary. He highlights the devastating effects of expanding ice sheets and their role in potentially erasing ancient civilizations. Through graphs and research, he suggests a cosmic cause for catastrophic cycles that have impacted life on Earth.

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