Humans have known that parents pass on traits to their kids for thousands of years, but how much do we know about genes today? Our guest talks about the history of genes, ethical questions about genetic engineering, and the science behind our traits. We also discuss our evolving knowledge of the universe, and we’ll check in on the Governor’s request to the Department of Transportation to submit its budget early and without tax increases.
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Governor Calls For DOT Budget To Be Submitted Early Without Tax Increases
Governor Scott Walker submitted a letter to the Department of Transportation this week requiring them to submit their budget proposal in full by September without any tax increases. We’re joined by Shawn Johnson, Capitol Bureau Chief for Wisconsin Public Radio, to discuss what could be in the store for the agency.
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The Universe And Beyond: Radical New Ideas Changing Our Maps Of The Cosmos
Our understanding of the universe is changing, thanks to new technologies and theories. An astrophysicist takes us to the frontiers of the effort to map the heavens.
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A Close-Up On The Human Gene
From the discovery of the human gene to the complex ethics of genetic engineering, a guest shares an intimate history of the science of genetics–and how it affects humanity.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Rob Ferrett Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Priyamvada Natarajan Guest
- Siddhartha Mukherjee Guest
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