The Briefing with Albert Mohler Wednesday, April 9, 2025
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Apr 9, 2025 Dive into the intriguing world of de-extinction as scientists explore the possibility of resurrecting species like the dire wolf and woolly mammoth. Discover the ethical dilemmas and motivations driving these scientific efforts, while reflecting on the complexities of humanity's role in nature. The podcast also critiques a Congressman's challenge to the National Prayer Breakfast and examines the escalating tensions between secularism and Christianity in modern education. Engage in discussions that blend science, ethics, and political discourse from a unique perspective.
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De-Extinction Efforts
- Colossal Biosciences aims to revive extinct species like the woolly mammoth and Tasmanian tiger using genetic engineering.
- They claim this technology could also prevent endangered species from going extinct.
Dire Wolves Return
- A company called Colossal Biosciences claims to have brought back the dire wolf, a species extinct for 10,000 years.
- Three pups, Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi, were born using genetic engineering and surrogate dog mothers.
Artificial vs. Real
- Scientists debate whether the engineered dire wolves are truly dire wolves or merely artificial replicas.
- Ethical questions arise about releasing these animals into the wild and the potential impact on existing ecosystems.
