Stephen Johnson

In this captivating discussion, Stephen Johnson, author of "The Infernal Machine" and expert on science and technology history, dives into the dual legacy of dynamite. He reveals how Alfred Nobel’s invention aimed at construction was twisted by anarchists for destruction. The conversation explores the anarchist movement's impact on law enforcement, the evolution of fingerprint science, and how these innovations inform modern surveillance practices. Johnson's insights illuminate the complex intersection of technology and societal change.