It's part of a wider trend where the entertainment industry's pursuit of 'authenticity' (think documentary crews flying across the globe) ignores its carbon footprint. Streaming platforms and podcast networks often prioritize content volume over sustainable practices, leading to unnecessary travel for interviews that could be done remotely. The irony is that these stories about human impact (you know, the tragedies they're covering) often contribute to environmental degradation, a disconnect that's rarely addressed. We're consuming true crime as escapism while the production methods are literally fueled by the same fossil fuels driving climate crises.