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The Big Necessity

7 min read 10 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

A fearless journey into the hidden world of human waste, revealing how our most taboo subject shapes public health, dignity, and global justice.

You’ll learn

  • Sanitation is a life-or-death public health crisis
  • The flush toilet is a deeply flawed solution
  • Taboo prevents progress on sanitation
  • Waste can be a valuable resource