Scott Carney

Scott Carney, the distinguished author of the book “What Doesn’t Kill Us: How Freezing Water, Extreme Altitude, and Environmental Conditioning Will Renew Our Lost Evolutionary Strength,” emerges as an audacious chronicler of the human condition. This bio reflects his profound engagement with the tensions between humanity and the natural world. Manifesting a narrative style that marries investigative rigor with anthropological insight, Carney transcends traditional storytelling, offering readers not mere facts, but a vivid canvas where human resilience is painted in bold strokes. His academic foray into anthropology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison laid the groundwork for a career that is as much about cultural inquiry as it is about journalistic inquiry. The crucible of his intellect was shaped in South Asia, where his early experiences ignited a passion for unraveling the complexities of global cultures. This cultural tapestry informs his distinctive approach to narrative non-fiction, where each story becomes a microcosm of broader philosophical questions about survival and ethics. In "What Doesn't Kill Us," Carney navigates the liminal spaces between civilization and wilderness, urging readers to confront their latent potential against nature's extremes. This work is not merely a testament to physical endurance but a treatise on human evolution and adaptability. Meanwhile, his earlier exposé, "The Red Market," delves into the murky waters of commodified human life, further cementing his reputation for fearless reportage. Carney's prose, characterized by its eloquent clarity and incisive examination of ethical dilemmas, challenges readers to grapple with moral complexities. Beyond the written word, he is a resonant voice on platforms like NPR, weaving his narratives into the broader discourse on journalism's role in society. In Long Beach, California, Carney remains an indefatigable seeker of truth, perpetually peeling back the layers of human experience to reveal the profound interconnectedness of our world.