The World in Question

Join Esau Williams and guests on the 'WORLD: we got this' podcast series as they discuss some of the biggest - and most neglected - world news stories of the week.

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Geopolitics explained through world events and international politics: the global affairs podcast from King's College London. Hosted by Esau Williams, The World in Question brings expert guests into conversation for world news analysis of some of the biggest - and most neglected - stories shaping global politics today. Formerly WORLD: we got this. kingsglobalaffairs.substack.com
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Sacrificing the Ocean to Save the Planet
Sunday, 29 March, 2026

Beneath the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean lies an unseen world: deep seabeds dotted with metal-rich nodules that some claim are vital for the green transition. As demand grows for minerals used in renewable technologies and batteries, governments and companies are increasingly turning their eyes toward the deep ocean.In this episode, King’s College London academics Dr Ben Tippet and Dr Rowan Gard unpack the promises, pitfalls and politics of deep-sea mining. Together, they explore whether harvesting minerals from the ocean floor offers a sustainable path forward, or whether it risks repeating historical patterns of extraction and inequality.As the world races toward net-zero goals, decisions made now will shape ocean health, community futures and global environmental justice for generations. This episode asks the question at the heart of the debate:Do we need deep-sea mining – or do we need to reimagine our relationship with the planet?Spheres of Knowledge on SubstackEnjoyed this episode? Get more accessible, thought‑provoking posts every weekday on Spheres of Knowledge. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsglobalaffairs.substack.com