
J. David Smith
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Apr 8, 2021 • 39min
How Science Created Morons
Science writer Carl Zimmer and Prof. J. David Smith discuss the history of eugenics, the influence of Henry Goddard's book, and the debunking of the CaliCac family myth. The podcast explores the rise of eugenics, the implementation of sterilization laws, and the real-life consequences of these misguided beliefs.