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http://blogs.reuters.com/2007/06/19/its-new-its-disgusting-and-it-fooled-an-oil-industry-group
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Vivoleum: New Fuel Produced from Human Flesh
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the concept of Vivoleum, a proposed fuel derived from human flesh, as presented at an oil industry event. Participants explore the implications, ethical considerations, and reactions to the idea, which is framed within a satirical context.
Discussion Character
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants express intrigue about the potential of Vivoleum, suggesting that the death rate could provide a continuous feedstock for this fuel if ethical concerns are addressed.
- Others reference the satirical nature of the presentation, comparing it to "Soylent Green" and highlighting the absurdity of the concept.
- A few participants mention the media coverage of the event, indicating that it was part of a larger prank orchestrated by a group known as "The Yes Men."
- There are comments on the reactions of the audience at the oil conference, with some finding humor in the situation and others noting the serious implications of such a proposal.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally do not reach a consensus, with some viewing the idea as a viable alternative energy source while others dismiss it as a prank or satire. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the ethical and practical implications of Vivoleum.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include the speculative nature of the claims about the feasibility of Vivoleum and the ethical considerations that are not fully explored in the discussion.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in energy production, ethical implications of fuel sources, and satirical commentary on corporate practices may find this discussion relevant.
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Soylent Green 2 ? i would have loved to see to faces of some of those people
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That could be really useful... isn't it that a person dies every second? So... if you could get over all the OTHER issues that this process would bring up, this could be a really viable thing...
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If you want to watch, this was discussed on Bill Moyer's Journal last night. See "The Yes Men".
http://www.pbs.org/moyers/journal/index-flash.html
These guys have pulled a few good ones!
http://www.pbs.org/moyers/journal/index-flash.html
These guys have pulled a few good ones!
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Excellent prank!
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Math Is Hard said:
They started the show by posing as corporate execs who want all media controlled by one large company. I was about ready to stroke out before Moyers confessed to the ruse.
The man candles passed out at the oil conference contained a bit of hair, for fragrance.
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Highlights from the talk:
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Crap. I should have seen the whole thing...