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Staying Curious with William Shatner

StarTalk Radio

CHAPTER

The Curiosity Paradox: Balancing Knowledge and Pleasure

The speakers engage in a philosophical discussion on curiosity's role in humanity, pondering its potential for preventing self-destruction. They explore the contrasting realms of scientific inquiry and personal indulgence, highlighting the importance of maintaining curiosity for intellectual growth. The conversation also meanders to discuss the significance of trees in sustaining life and the intriguing self-irrigation mystery of sequoias.

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