Hermitix Darwin, Dickinson, and Disenchantment with Renée Bergland
Aug 14, 2024
Renée Bergland, a literature professor and author, explores the intriguing link between Emily Dickinson and Charles Darwin in her latest book. She discusses how both figures engaged with nature, blending scientific inquiry and poetic expression. The conversation challenges traditional gender assumptions in science, advocating for a nuanced understanding of its history. Renée also emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary education, curiosity, and 'magical thinking' in appreciating the complexities of the natural world.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Challenging Assumptions: Gender, Science, and Materiality
02:30 • 2min
The Interplay of Science and Natural Wonder
04:39 • 23min
Interconnectedness in Nature and Knowledge
27:37 • 25min
Contrasting Foundations: The Educational Impact on Two Luminaries
52:48 • 3min
Embracing Magical Thinking and Nature's Complexity
55:34 • 2min
Discovering Interconnections: The Stories and Ideas of Renowned Thinkers
57:42 • 2min