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In a world where we argue about the power of an \u2018environmental footprint\u2019, why aren\u2019t we concerned about the increasing number of feet making them? \xa0Overpopulation and population control has been a source of debate for philosophers and scientists since the 1700s, and became a household conversation in the 1950s with the publication of the book \u201cA Population Bomb\u201d. \xa0But in recent decades the conversation has been sidelined by divisive religious and political views. We\u2019re already seeing the symptoms of population out-consuming its resources. What can we expect when we add another 3.2 billion to our masses by 2050? A number merely 200 million away from the 10 billion maximum cap many scientists have determined is the maximum earth can sustainably support. In this episode, we\u2019ll take an earnest look at our human family, what we\u2019ve done - and what we\u2019re capable of doing to align population growth with the health of our planet. \xa0We\u2019ll explore our willingness and our lines in the sand; our stewardship and our salvation. And perhaps, most importantly, we\u2019ll examine the expanse separating belief from science and contemplation from action.

As with all Exchange discussions, we focused on bringing balanced and informed perspectives to the table. We hope you\u2019ll learn something new, or have an opportunity to listen deeper into this challenging and sensitive topic.