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In the "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199" YouTube video, meteorologist Brian Sussman shares his personal journey from becoming a meteorologist to his current perspective on climate change as a cult. He recounts his involvement in the LEIG (League of Skeptics) Declaration in 1995 and the backlash he faced for expressing skepticism towards the human-caused global warming narrative. Sussman also discusses the similarities between the climate debate and a cult, accusing certain individuals of manipulating facts and omitting data. He traces the origins of the climate change narrative back to Marxist philosophers and early ecologists, who aimed to use ecology as a tool to criticize capitalism. Sussman expresses concerns about the environmental impact of batteries used in electric vehicles and the push for net zero emissions, as well as ongoing geoengineering projects and their potential risks. Throughout the podcast, Sussman emphasizes the importance of being informed and prepared for the future.

00:00:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199", Brian Sussman shares his background and how he became interested in meteorology. He grew up watching a weatherman in Chicago named John Coleman, who went on to start The Weather Channel. Sussman attended the University of Missouri with the intention of studying journalism but ended up majoring in radio, TV, and film production instead. He took many meteorology courses out of personal interest and eventually became a meteorologist. Sussman then went on to work for various TV stations and universities, eventually earning a master's degree in meteorology. He then transitioned to radio and wrote several books, including "Climate Gate" and "Eco-Tyranny". Sussman's perspective on climate change shifted, and he began to view it as a cult. He is now writing a book called "Climate Cult" to expose and defeat what he sees as a war on life, liberty, and property.
00:05:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199", Brian Sussman shares his experience with the LEIG (League of Skeptics) Declaration in 1995. He was approached by Fred Singer, one of the founders, to sign the declaration, which expressed skepticism towards the dire predictions of human-caused global warming based on the historic climate record. Sussman, who was a meteorologist and a member of the American Meteorological Society Board of Education, signed the declaration. However, when he was interviewed by a reporter in Orlando, Florida, about his involvement, the interview turned hostile, and he was labeled a "denier" despite never hearing the term before. Sussman also recounts how Dan Rather, a prominent news anchor at the time, wanted him to report on global warming for the CBS Evening News but cut him off after learning of his stance on the issue. Additionally, Sussman was asked to cover Al Gore's El Nino Summit, but he refused because he believed there was no connection between El Nino and global warming. The executive producer of the newsroom criticized Sussman for not knowing which facts to leave out, and it was later revealed that the producer was a socialist in college.
00:10:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Sussman discusses the similarities between the climate debate and a cult. He accuses certain individuals of manipulating facts and omitting data that don't fit their agenda. Sussman uses the example of Al Gore's comparison of climate deniers to law enforcement officers who failed to act during the Uvalde school shooting. He also mentions the psychological damage caused by wild predictions, such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's claim that the planet is heading towards disaster. Sussman argues that the climate movement provides penance for carbon sins through carbon footprint reduction and promises a utopian future with social equity and justice. He also connects the climate debate to John Locke's philosophy and the idea of individual property rights.
00:15:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Brian Sussman discusses how Marx and Engels used the environment as a tool to criticize capitalism and attack the United States. He references John Locke, who believed in natural rights, including the right to life, liberty, and property. Sussman explains that the founders of the United States agreed on these natural rights and formed a government without a monarchy or dictator. However, Marx and Engels opposed this idea and sought to eliminate private property rights, as outlined in the UN and World Economic Forum's climate agendas. Sussman also mentions Edwin Ray Lancaster, a direct disciple of Marx, who saw the use of guano as an ecological crisis and believed humans were insurgent sons of nature.
00:20:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Brian Sussman discusses the origins of the climate change narrative, tracing it back to Marxist philosophers and early ecologists. He mentions figures like Edwin Ray Lancaster, Arthur Tansley, and Charles Elton, who promoted the idea that human activity was harmful to the environment and coined the term "ecology." Sussman argues that these thinkers aimed to use ecology as a tool to criticize capitalism and portray it as destructive. He also highlights how temperature records and claims about CO2 levels have been used to advance the climate change agenda, which Sussman refers to as a "climate cult."
00:25:00 In this section of the podcast, Brian Sussman's background as a science-educated electrical engineer led him to investigate the climate record for himself. He was shocked to discover that the data had been tainted and rearranged, with fake data added and legitimate data withdrawn. The climate record's inaccuracies are perpetuated by influential figures, who present CO2 as climate pollution, despite its essential role in life. This narrative began in 1987 when the United Nations made CO2 an enemy, linking it to inequality and poverty. Nobel Prize-winning physicist John Clauser also criticizes the climate models for being artificial and ignoring crucial elements like clouds and water vapor. The UN's focus on sustainable development involves vilifying CO2 as a pollutant, disregarding past warming periods, and manipulating the temperature record to present the current era as the warmest in 125,000 years.
00:30:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Brian Sussman discusses how the United Nations has vilified carbon dioxide and transformed it into a pollutant through the concept of sustainable development. He explains that sustainable development is a term used to describe limitations on environmental resources and the ability of the biosphere to absorb human activities, specifically referring to CO2. The UN's goal is to meet the essential needs of all and redistribute wealth, which Sussman argues is a new form of social justice and equity, as defined by the UN in 2006. This new concept of social justice involves strong and coercive redistributive policies, including higher taxes and taking property rights. Sussman argues that this is a departure from the original concept of social justice, which was about loving your neighbor as yourself.
00:35:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Sussman discusses the origins of environmental preservation and sustainable development as part of growth strategies, which he argues is a form of government-induced redistribution under the guise of social justice. He traces this back to the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), where Agenda 21 was proposed. Agenda 21 called for enforceable environmental laws and regulations, and the education system was enlisted to promote energy efficiency and climate change awareness. Sussman argues that this has led to three generations being indoctrinated into believing in human-caused global warming and the need to decrease carbon dioxide use. In 2006, the UN introduced the concept of social equity, which prioritizes advantages for the weakest, not based on equal treatment, and Sussman sees this as a continuation of communist ideologies.
00:40:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Brian Sussman shares his personal connection to socialism and communism, having experienced the devastating effects of these systems firsthand in his family's history. He then discusses his concerns regarding the push for net zero and electric vehicles, arguing that the energy required to manufacture and charge these vehicles has a larger carbon footprint than traditional gas-powered vehicles. Sussman also raises concerns about the disposal of electric car batteries, predicting that by 2025, 11 million tons of waste lithium-ion batteries will flood the market, and there is currently no system in place to deal with them effectively.
00:45:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Sussman discusses the environmental impact of batteries used in electric vehicles (EVs) and the challenges of achieving net zero emissions without using nuclear power or large-scale wind and solar farms. He shares concerns about the disposal of used EV batteries, which can cause fires and harm the human nervous and endocrine systems. Sussman also mentions the vast amount of land required for renewable energy sources, and the potential need for geoengineering to modify weather patterns. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the history and implications of weather modification technologies.
00:50:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Sussman discusses ongoing geoengineering projects, specifically in the stratosphere, and the use of weather modification in China. He mentions that over 50 countries are involved in various forms of geoengineering, including solar geoengineering, but no one is admitting to trying it. Sussman finds it fascinating that some liberal think tanks, like the Brookings Institute, are advocating for geoengineering deployment despite the potential risks. He expresses concern about the Biden administration's push towards Net Zero and the potential control of energy and people's lives that could come with it. Sussman urges listeners to be informed and prepared for the future.
00:55:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult | Tom Nelson Pod #199," Sussman discusses the younger generation's involvement in the climate agenda and expresses his concern that if the agenda succeeds, global tyranny will ensue. He compares the real-life climate change world to a demonic and scientifically illogical cult, quoting the World Economic Forum's marketing slogan, "You'll own nothing and you'll be happy." Sussman hopes that his upcoming book will wake people up to the true nature of the climate change agenda and encourage them to speak out against it. He also mentions his previous book, "Climategate," and reflects on how the political dynamic has changed since its publication in 2010.

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In the "Brian Sussman: Climate Cult" episode of the Tom Nelson Podcast (#199), Sussman voices his concerns over the influence of lobbyists and environmental organizations, which he labels as part of the "Deep State," on the drafting of climate-related legislation in the US, specifically the Inflation Reduction Act. He laments the fact that these laws are being written by lobbyists, stakeholders, and bureaucrats instead of elected officials and expresses his disappointment that the situation has worsened since he wrote his book in 2010. Sussman highlights Congressman Eli Crane as one of the few politicians advocating for a return to the principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. He also shares his long-standing interest in the climate issue and expresses excitement about recent discoveries challenging the climate change narrative. Sussman encourages more research, books, and public debate on the topic and expresses concerns about cultural and moral shifts in society and politics. He believes that a spiritual awakening similar to the one that led to America's founding is necessary to address current crises and restore the country's focus on individual rights and liberties. Sussman encourages listeners to take risks if they want to bring about change.

01:00:00 In this section of the podcast, Brian Sussman expresses his concerns about the influence of lobbyists and environmental organizations, which he refers to as part of the "Deep State," on the writing of climate-related legislation in the US. He specifically mentions the Inflation Reduction Act and the large sums of money earmarked for the climate agenda within it. Sussman laments the fact that these laws are being written by lobbyists, stakeholders, and bureaucrats rather than elected officials, and expresses his disheartening realization that the situation has worsened since he wrote his book in 2010. He highlights Congressman Eli Crane, a former Navy SEAL and strategic thinker, as one of the few politicians driving the idea of returning to the principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Sussman also mentions his long-standing interest in the climate issue, dating back to 1996, and expresses excitement about the growing number of scientists and experts coming forward to challenge the climate narrative.
01:05:00 In this section of the podcast, Brian Sussman expresses his excitement about recent discoveries challenging the climate change narrative and reinforcing the beliefs of deniers and skeptics. He emphasizes the need for more research and books on the topic and encourages more people to join the debate. Sussman also shares his concerns about various cultural and moral shifts in society and politics, comparing the current situation to the need for a spiritual awakening in America during the 1700s that led to the founding of the nation. He believes that such an awakening is necessary to address the current crises and restore the country's focus on liberty and individual rights. Sussman also mentions that the Founding Fathers, many of whom were pastors and ministers, risked their lives and fortunes to fight for America's independence and establish its constitution. He encourages listeners to be willing to take risks if they want to bring the country back to its center.