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Richard C. Lewontin in conversation with Studs Terkel

BROADCAST: Mar. 4, 1982 | DURATION: 00:50:49

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Synopsis

Discussing the controversy over teaching evolution in public schools, correcting popular misinterpretations of Darwin's theories, and defining Social Darwinism with author and geneticist Richard Lewontin.

Details

Broadcast Date
Mar. 4, 1982

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
50 minutes, 49 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Science and Science Writers Education

People

Scientists Authors, Writers

Tags

Lewontin, Richard C., 1929---Interviews Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882 Geneticists--United States--20th century--Interviews Evolution (Biology) Evolution--Study and teaching. Human genetics Social Darwinism. Human evolution Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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