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The Curious Mr. Feynman

Freakonomics Radio

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Feynman and the Manhattan Project: Science, Morality, and Personal Struggles

This chapter examines the unstructured communication within the scientific community, focusing on the legacy of Richard Feynman and the emotional dilemmas faced by scientists during the Manhattan Project. It contrasts the pride in scientific achievements with the moral implications of creating atomic bombs, highlighting Feynman's personal life, including his relationship with Arlene Greenbaum. The narrative emphasizes the internal conflict of scientists torn between their contributions to technology and the devastating consequences of their work.

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