An evolutionary biologist shares how technology can influence the evolution of species. Then, a historian takes us through the origins and impacts of postcards.
Featured in this Show
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Should we fear the development of biotechnologies?
Humans have been influencing evolution on Earth for tens of thousands of years. We survey some of this history, and discuss how with new biotechnologies our species could make the world a better place.
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A history of postcards and their place in today's communication
We may think of postcards as a pleasantry you send your family when you’re on vacation, but our guest sees them as much more. She describes them as artifacts at the intersection of history, science, technology, art and culture. We look at how they got started and the role they play today.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Bill Martens Producer
- Beth Shapiro Guest
- Lydia Pyne Guest
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