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How speed shapes the modern world
Acclaimed scientist Vaclav Smil explores humanity’s pursuit of speed and how it has influenced evolution, technology, transportation and modern life.
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How speed shapes the modern world is an episode from KPCW Cool Science Radio by KPCW. Acclaimed scientist Vaclav Smil explores humanity’s pursuit of speed and how it has influenced evolution, technology, transportation and modern life. The...
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Published Jun 18, 2026, 24:56 long, audio available.
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