Where’s the Beef? The Climate Debate on Your Plate

Is eating beef really bad for the planet? Environmental activists often claim cattle are a major driver of climate change, deforestation, water shortages, and biodiversity loss. From methane emissions to land use, the beef industry has become a central target in the modern environmental movement. But how much of this narrative holds up under scrutiny? In this episode, David R. Legates examines the scientific claims behind the war on beef—looking at methane emissions, land use, water consumpti...