Saying Goodbye To Science Diction

Science Diction by Science Friday and WNYC Studios

Apr 5, 202200:03:26Science & Medicine

Dear Science Diction listeners, It is with sadness that we announce the finale of the Science Diction podcast. Starting with a simple newsletter and a passionate audience, the Science Diction podcast grew to serve up epi...

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