SYSK Selects: Are there undiscovered people?

In this episode, Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating and troubling world of uncontacted and isolated indigenous tribes around the globe, sparked by a sensationalized 2008 news story about a supposedly "undiscovered" tribe in Brazil. They explore the crucial difference between being truly undiscovered versus simply choosing isolation, reveal how these tribes face existential threats from logging, mining, and oil companies, and discuss the devastating impact of disease when contact is made—including some shockingly recent cases where entire populations were decimated by flu and common illnesses. It's a sobering look at how the modern world continues to encroach on these communities and how some governments are (and aren't) protecting them.