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A History of Science

A podcast exploring the cultures, communities, and contexts of scientific progress.

Warning: This podcast has few episodes.

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Ranked #1

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⑥ Revolutionary Science▪On the politicization of science during the French Revolution

⑥ Revolutionary Science▪On the politicization of science during the French Revolution

The French Revolution was the culmination of Enlightenment thinking. But rather than celebrating science, the revolution... Read more

27 May 2020

25mins

Ranked #2

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⑤ The Philosopher’s Study▪On alchemy’s transition into chemistry

⑤ The Philosopher’s Study▪On alchemy’s transition into chemistry

In the 16th century, alchemy became a victim of its own success. The more it achieved, the more its reputation suffered.... Read more

20 Sep 2017

27mins

Ranked #3

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④ Between Skin and Bones▪On surgery’s discord with anatomy

④ Between Skin and Bones▪On surgery’s discord with anatomy

In the 16th century, great advances were made in anatomy. Amazingly, this didn’t lead to a single improvement in surgery... Read more

13 Jul 2017

23mins

Ranked #4

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③ Enchanting Numbers▪On computers’ invention as mechanical calculators

③ Enchanting Numbers▪On computers’ invention as mechanical calculators

Computing began long before the twentieth century. Mechanical calculators ran on cogs, wheels, and steam engines. Padua... Read more

22 May 2017

27mins

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Ranked #5

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② Beyond the Edge of the World▪On worldviews in Columbus’ time

② Beyond the Edge of the World▪On worldviews in Columbus’ time

Columbus discovers America. But more importantly, he discovers discovery itself. Wootton, DavidThe Invention of Science... Read more

1 May 2017

22mins

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