Fallible Animals

Fallible Animals Episode 8: Interview with Astrobiologist Lewis Dartnell

Nov 11, 2019

35:47

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Introduction

2min

Origins: The Cosmic Cycles of the Earth and Human Intelligence

4min

The Amplifier Lakes and the Evolution of Eurasian Civilizations

5min

The Origins of Humanity

2min

The Different Lifestyles of Nomads in Eurasia

4min

The Evolution of Astrology

4min

The Evolution of Life in the Universe

4min

The Importance of Observation in Astrobiology

2min

The Limits of Language

2min

10.

The Shadow Biosphere and Life in the Universe

2min

11.

The Origin of Life on Earth

2min

12.

The Future of Space Exploration

2min

13.

What Are the Most Exciting Astrobiology Research Projects Going on in 2019?

2min

I interview award-winning astrobiologist and science writer Lewis Dartnell. We discuss themes from his most recent book, Origins: How The Earth Made Us, as well as ideas from his field of study, astrobiology. Dr. Dartnell holds the Professorship in Science Communication at the University of Westminster. Interview topics include: how the Earth's cycles may have driven human evolution, humanity's search for extraterrestrial life, the shadow biosphere, why some civilizations came to dominate the globe, and more.

Dr. Dartnell's homepage - http://lewisdartnell.com/en-gb/

Dr. Dartnell's Twitter - https://twitter.com/lewis_dartnell

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Articles - www.loganchipkin.com

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