Liz Blanks

Liz Blanks, the Curator of UCL Science Collections, shares fascinating insights into Jeremy Bentham's peculiar posthumous display as an auto-icon. Discover how this radical philosopher embraced mortality, donating his body to science and blending eccentricity with enlightenment. The discussion highlights his contributions to medical education in 18th century England and the quirky traditions at UCL surrounding his remains. Dive into Bentham's philosophical legacy and the amusing mishaps that accompanied the preservation of his skeleton and head!