A political scientist walks us through some examples of past U.S. presidents managing illness while occupying the White House. And a paleontologist explains how we’re living in an advanced age for discovering new dinosaur species.
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The History Of Presidential Illnesses
President Donald Trump revealed on Friday that he and First Lady Melania Trump both tested positive for COVID-19. The president has since been receiving care at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. We talk to a political scientist about the history of presidential illnesses and the impact this diagnosis could have on the rest of the election.
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What We're Learning From The 'Golden Age' Of Dinosaur Discovery
With new ways to locate and understand fossils, scientists are finding up to 50 new dinosaur species every year. A paleontologist talks with us about what we’re learning and some of the most interesting species being dug up.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Lilly Goren Guest
- Alex Hastings Guest
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