Once fences and armed guards protected genetically modified (GM) crops. But the rules are rapidly changing. From Vitamin D-boosted tomatoes to low GI potato chips, what say should citizens have?
Jun 2021
467. Is the Future of Farming in the Ocean?
<p>Bren Smith, who grew up fishing and fighting, is now part of a movement that seeks to feed the planet while putting less environmental stress on it. He makes his argument in a book called <em>Eat Like a Fish</em>; his secret ingredient: kelp. But don’t worry, you won’t have to ... Show More
42m 55s
Jun 2021
Humans and other animals | Ray Tallis, Melanie Challenger, Jamie Blackett and Kay Peggs
When did we become MORE THAN...? And why?Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesMany think fur coats immoral yet are happy to wear leather shoes. We fiercely protect tigers and pandas from extinction, while thousands of vital insect spe ... Show More
46m 32s
Aug 2022
Cosmic Queries – Predicting Earth’s Climate Future with Kate Marvel, PhD
<p>What can the climate on Venus tell us about Earth? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice answer questions about climate modeling, the state of climate change, and future predictions with climate scientist, Kate Marvel. </p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons ... Show More
44m 11s