The Disappearing Spoon: a science history podcast with Sam Kean

Was Darwin a Murderer?

Nov 14, 2023
In this podcast, the connection between a murder case and Charles Darwin's theory of evolution is explored, raising the question of whether Darwin was to blame. The aftermath of the murder reveals a cover-up, investigation, and unequal distribution of stolen money. The controversy surrounding Darwin and evolution is discussed, along with public opinion on Darwin's nomination to the French Academy of Sciences. Connections to the novel Crime and Punishment and Dostoyevsky's views on natural selection and morality are also highlighted.
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