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Is there a global water crisis, and what happens when the world’s most popular YouTuber, MrBeast, builds 100 wells across Africa?

In this episode, we explore some of the reasons why billions of people around the world still don't have access to clean water, and look at what happens when a Western influencer becomes involved.

• MrBeast's viral video builds 100 wells in Africa
• Wells provide water for half a million people
• Highlights of the global water crisis athe nd lack of infrastructure
• Key reasons: geography, money, mismanagement, and neglect
• Criticism of performative charity and "white saviour" narrative
• Debate on dependency vs. self-sufficiency in aid
• Importance of local expertise for system maintenance
• Raising awareness and funds for global water projects
• Costs and benefits of securing clean water globally
• Role of different actors in solving the water crisis

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/mrbeast-water-crisis

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