In this engaging discussion, Staffan Muller-Wille, a University Lecturer in History of Life at Cambridge, and Stella Sandford, a Professor of Modern European Philosophy, explore the revolutionary impact of Carl Linnaeus, the father of modern taxonomy. They delve into Linnaeus's innovative binomial nomenclature and his daring classification of species, including humans alongside apes. The conversation also touches on the complex interplay between theology and science, showcasing how philosophical ideas shaped botanical science and sparked modern ecological thinking.
