Cònal Creedon, a storyteller and filmmaker from Cork, Ireland, teams up with Eske Willerslev, a Danish geneticist renowned for his groundbreaking work in environmental DNA. They explore the dynamic relationship between art and science, using storytelling to preserve culture and history. Willerslev shares insights from ancient DNA studies, revealing how his discoveries challenge our understanding of ecosystems. Meanwhile, Creedon emphasizes the power of narratives in shaping human connections and reflections on mortality.
