Dr. PZ Myers: Finding Meaning in Science, Truth… and Spiders

Summary For Dr. PZ Myers, spiders offer a way to unlock truth, meaning, and an appreciation for the diversity of life. Dr. Myers is a biologist at the University of Minnesota - Morris, where he studies spiders and inspires students to consider the wonders and questions that surround us. Guest Dr. PZ Myers Highlights Dr. PZ Myers started out studying zebrafish, but switched to spiders because they’re easy to collect and care for. As a young child his mother bought him a toy microscope and it spurred an obsession with nature that continues today. While he sees hope in the way more people are accepting evolution today, Dr. Myers is concerned about efforts to use religion to distort or discredit science. Considering the brief time each of us is alive on earth, Dr. Myers is convinced the only way we can make a lasting difference is by doing good in the world.

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This episode was published on Sep 28, 2022.

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