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The Infinite Monkey’s Guide to... Strawberries
Oct 4, 2023
The hosts discuss the concept of determining when a strawberry is truly dead, exploring the ideas of souls and resurrection. They also delve into the possibility of reversing death and the potential for immortality. The chapter touches on the presence of DNA in various locations, including a personal anecdote about DNA in undergarments. The drawbacks of immortality are considered, including the erosion of time and the cancellation of Doctor Who.
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- The podcast explores the concept of life and death in the context of strawberries, discussing the criteria for determining when a strawberry is truly dead.
- The conversation delves into the potential for reversing death and the ethical implications of manipulating life and death.
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When is a strawberry really dead?
In this episode, Brian Cox and Robert Ince explore the question of when a strawberry is truly dead. They discuss the concept of immortality and how a strawberry's life cycle and decay contribute to its definition of being alive or dead. The conversation delves into the nature of scientific research and the different interpretations of what constitutes life and death.
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