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Dr. Jacob Bronowski discusses the philosophy of science in the post World War II world

BROADCAST: Jan. 1, 1971 | DURATION: 01:00:01

Synopsis

Dr. Jacob Bronowski, a mathematician and philosopher, discusses how the study of science has changed since the onset of government regulation or the military industrial complex. He also talks about humanity and explains how humans are the best species and therefore should come together to continue progress instead of killing each other. Content Warning: This conversation has the presence of outdated, biased, offensive language. Rather than remove this content, we present it in the context of twentieth-century social history to acknowledge and learn from its impact and to inspire awareness and discussion.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jan. 1, 1971

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 59 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
1 hour, 1 second

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Science and Science Writers Philosophy World War II American History & Politics

People

Scientists Academics Government

Tags

Bronowski, Jacob, 1908-1974 Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Humanity Einstein, Albert, 1879-1955 American Association for the Advancement of Science Oppenheimer, J. Robert, 1904-1967 Nationalism Schweitzer, Albert, 1875-1965 French Revolution

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