Radiolab partnered with Planet Money to discuss the essential raw materials that enable human life on Earth. The episode explores how much of these materials, such as sand, copper, and oil, are left and if humans are living recklessly. The conversation is both terrifying and fascinating, featuring unusual topics like bird poop and daredevil drivers. The episode also includes back-of-the-envelope math to tally up the remaining resources. The episode was reported by Jeff Guo and Latif Nasser, and produced by Pat Walters and Soren Wheeler. Additional production help came from Sindhu Gnanasambandan, and editing help from Alex Goldmark and Jess Jiang. Natalie Middleton fact-checked the episode. Radiolab encourages listeners to sign up for their newsletter, which includes essays, recommendations, and ways to interact with the show. The podcast is supported by listeners and receives funding from various foundations, including the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Listeners can support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab or following the show on social media.