Ep. 302: Genetics




State of the Human show

Summary: How do people make choices based on the imperfect knowledge that genetic science provides? Today on our show we look at a few examples of that. We hear a story about sperm donation and the perils of choosing your child's father out of a book. He hear a story about using genetics to make a decision about surgery. We walk into an MRI to investigate the genetic basis of personality. And we hear a short story about cannibalistic vultures. Prepare for a show that will leave you doubled up in a helix of joy. Music by Cults, Boomsnake, Mothlight. Hosted by Charlie Mintz