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Brief Candle in the Dark - A Conversation with Richard Dawkins

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Join Richard Dawkins in a captivating conversation with Professor Alice Roberts as he reflects on his illustrious career as a scientist, author, and public intellectual. Explore the key individuals, institutions, and ideas that have shaped Dawkins' journey since the publication of his groundbreaking work "The Selfish Gene" in 1976. Discover fascinating anecdotes from his scientific expeditions, including his time at the Panama Canal, and learn about his encounters with some of the greatest scientific minds of the 20th century. Gain insight into Dawkins' efforts to popularize scientific ideas through his bestselling books, engaging debates, and his role in presenting the 1991 CHRISTMAS LECTURES. This thought-provoking talk offers a unique opportunity to delve into the life and work of one of the most influential scientists and thinkers of our time.

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Brief Candle in the Dark - with Richard Dawkins

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