Sigrid Schmalzer

In this engaging discussion, physicist Charles Schwartz, a founder of Science for the People, recounts his transformation from a defense researcher to a science activist during the Vietnam era. Historian Sigrid Schmalzer shares insights on the revival of the group and its radical critiques of science's ties to power. They explore the complexities of defending science today, the need for social accountability, and the influence of Marxist and feminist perspectives. Expect thought-provoking revelations on the intricacies of activism and the evolving role of scientists in society!