Episode 13

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11th Jul 2025

Episode 13: Euro Summer, Detty December, and the Dark Side of Overtourism

From dreamy getaways in Mykonos and Venice to the holiday surge known as “Detty December” in West Africa, we’re breaking down the rise of anti-tourist sentiment and how over tourism can gentrify neighborhoods, displace locals, and deepen inequality—even while raking in $1.6 trillion globally. So before you book that trip, ask yourself: is this a vacation, or is it exploitation?

Why Should We Care About Tourism?

  • Over tourism has sparked protests around the globe—locals are fed up ✈️
  • Gen Z is going into debt just to fund travel for Instagram 💸
  • Your dream destination might be someone else’s rent increase 📈

💬 What In Your World? We want to hear from you! Drop a comment and share your thoughts:

  • Should Airbnb face stricter limits in tourist hotspots?
  • Have you seen tourism change your city or hometown?
  • Do you think it’s ethical to travel to places that don’t want tourists?

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What In The World?
A Fun Take On Serious News
There’s a LOT going on in the world these days. From unpredictable geopolitics and dysfunctional economic markets to the nonstop evolution of entertainment and digital culture, it’s no wonder that Gen Z feel overwhelmed by the rapid pace of news and the flood of information on social media.

What In The World? is a podcast hosted by Laura and Eugene, Gen Z who understand the tension between staying informed and tuning out the news. With backgrounds in global affairs, finance, history, business, and more, this duo will provide fresh, balanced perspectives to keep you informed and interested in the headlines that have you saying “what in the world?”