33 min listen
Why are we living longer than our ancestors?
Why are we living longer than our ancestors?
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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
May 29, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
Steven Johnson discusses the Extra Life project, which includes a book and new BBC Four series co-presented with David Olusoga. He chronicles a revolution in medicine, and explores the innovations in science and public health that have led to huge increases in life expectancy since 1900.
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Released:
May 29, 2021
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