19 Responses to “See How Much Has Changed In 200 Years!”

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   Rebecca November 21st, 2009 at 11:39 am

   Wow, this is so neat! Thanks for posting this.
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   Rebecca November 21st, 2009 at 11:51 am

   Hmm looking at the video closely, I see that it’s only the bare statistics that are shown (which is to be expected). However, I think it’s a giant leap for viewers (and Rosling, as well) to make conclusions from this raw data. For example, there is no “why” given as to the rise of such countries as China and India in income and health. We know through history that after WW2, life expectancy rose because there were no more wars on a large scale. And the income of those countries (esp. Middle Eastern countries) rose dramatically because of the efforts of countries such as the US, UK, and France (oil). The Western countries shared their wealth and technology which gave rise to increased longevity, nutrition, income, and etc. But such things are impossible to discern by looking at raw data such as in the study. Not to mention that the raw data relies solely on information that was *hopefully* accurate and complete at the time and presently…

   Still, it’s a remarkable study. Thanks for posting! I will have to check out the website.
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   Nathan November 21st, 2009 at 2:34 pm

   Another great and informative post!

   I always enjoy stopping by here and reading your blog. I think you provide a lot of useful information to the world. This is why Goal for the Green has been presented with the Best Blog Award over at http://www.wild-facts.com.

   Congratulations and keep up the great work!
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   admin November 21st, 2009 at 5:10 pm

   @ Rebecca,

   You are so welcome!

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   admin November 21st, 2009 at 5:15 pm

   Yes, you are correct about the raw data. Like yourself, I still think it is a remarkable
   and fascinating study. One thing I think is abundantly clear, along with the longevity factor,
   is how much the global population has exploded!

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   Climatarians | J. Hoogstrate November 23rd, 2009 at 7:34 am

   This is really an outstanding video and the perspective that we get about the development over they last 2 centuries is truly eye opening. It is rarely that we come across such helpful statistics explained in such a lucid manner. Great post. We run a global sustainability directory called Climatarians where we list websites and blogs that talk about environmental issues.

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   admin November 23rd, 2009 at 10:59 am

   @ Climatarians/J. Hoogstrate

   I’m glad you enjoyed the post. I will take a closer look at joining your directory!

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   Jude November 23rd, 2009 at 1:00 pm

   I’m always fascinated with these studies and I haven’t seen this one before.It’s scary for me to think what it might be like in our world in just 20 or more years which I hope I will get to see for myself since we are living so much longer. Have a great Thanksgiving.
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   admin November 23rd, 2009 at 5:33 pm

   @ Jude,

   I agree ..I hope to be around for 20 more years too! Happy Thanksgiving to you as well!

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    Maureen November 23rd, 2009 at 9:46 pm

    I’ve made a note to check out the video later this week. Sounds interesting-
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    admin November 23rd, 2009 at 10:41 pm

    I think you will enjoy the video. Stop back by when you can!

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    A. @ A Changing Life November 26th, 2009 at 12:51 pm

    I love listening to Hans Rosling speak, he is so very interesting and this is no exception.

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    admin November 26th, 2009 at 10:36 pm

    @ A. @ A Changing Life,

    Yes, I agree. I enjoy listening to him, and he always impacts my thinking on the topic he engages in. I would say, that makes him an “effective” speaker!

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    Brad November 28th, 2009 at 9:51 am

    Very nice, Barbara.

    A good graphic is always helpful in explaining a concept or presenting data. This one does an outstanding job.

    Keep up to the good work and congratulations on your SECOND award!
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    Bedell Dan November 28th, 2009 at 1:04 pm

    Hello everyone, it’s Thanksgiving Day! I’m enjoying my extra day off, and I am planning to make something fun that’ll probably involve a car trip and seeing something new in Golden Valley I haven’t seen yet.
    You write something new at Thanksgiving?

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    admin November 29th, 2009 at 10:59 pm

    @ Brad,

    Thank-You very much times 3!

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    admin November 29th, 2009 at 11:02 pm

    @ Bedell Dan,

    Thanks for taking the time to comment. I hope you enjoyed the video, and
    the one for Thanksgiving too! Hope to see you here again!

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    ConnieFoggles December 7th, 2009 at 3:24 am

    I often wonder if living longer is a good thing when so many of us are plagued with illnesses and lose our independence. It’s not like it used to be when extended family lived together. You’re more likely to be placed in a nursing home now.
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    admin December 7th, 2009 at 7:12 pm

    @ Connie Foggles,

    That is so very true. Thanks for commenting on this important topic!