De-Extinction Dilemmas: Wolves, Mammoths, and Media Myths

This chapter examines the cultural portrayal of dire wolves and woolly mammoths in media, specifically questioning the expertise of literary figures in scientific endeavors. It critiques the authenticity of de-extinction projects, focusing on the ethical implications and scientific validity behind claims of reviving extinct species. The conversation is laced with humor and skepticism, exploring the complexities between fiction, science, and the motives driving these ambitious genetic ventures.