Scientific and technological advancements have played a major role in everything from curing diseases and treating depression, to making athletes faster and stronger. This week our Underreported series explores the complex issues surrounding the question, “is it ethical to scientifically improve human beings?” Arthur Caplan, from the Department of Medical Ethics at the University of Pennsylvania, and Julian Savulescu, of the Uehiro Centre for Practical Ethics at Oxford University, discuss bioethical issues. Then, renowned chef Charlie Trotter on what inspires him, and why mushrooms are one of the greatest ingredients out there. Neil Jordon, writer and director of The Crying Game, shares his latest novel—a murder story told from the perspective of a slain actress. And Gloria Vanderbilt reflects on the important loves of her life in It Seemed Important at the Time.
Underreported: Bioethical Debates
Arthur Caplan, from UPenn’s Department of Medical Ethics, and Julian Savulescu of the Uehiro Centre for Practical Ethics at Oxford University, discuss the ethics of using science to improve humans.
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Charlie Trotter
Charlie Trotter joins us with the second installment of his award-winning Kitchen Sessions recipe series: Workin' More Kitchen Sessions.
Music: Seven Steps: The Complete Columbia Recordings of Miles Davis 1963-1964, Miles Davis: "My Funny Valentine" / "Go-Go" (Theme)
Music: Seven Steps: The Complete Columbia Recordings of Miles Davis 1963-1964, Miles Davis: "My Funny Valentine" / "Go-Go" (Theme)
Neil Jordan
Filmmaker Neil Jordan with his latest novel, Shade.
Events: Neil Jordan will be reading and signing books at the Barnes & Noble Union Square on Thursday, November 18 at 7pm
Music: Soundtrack to Interview with the Vampire, music by Elliot Goldenthal: "Libera Me"
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Events: Neil Jordan will be reading and signing books at the Barnes & Noble Union Square on Thursday, November 18 at 7pm
Music: Soundtrack to Interview with the Vampire, music by Elliot Goldenthal: "Libera Me"
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Gloria Vanderbilt
Gloria Vanderbilt revisits some old flames in It Seemed Important at the Time.
Music: Soundtrack to Tom & Viv, music by Debbie Wiseman: "The Honeymoon"
Music: Soundtrack to Tom & Viv, music by Debbie Wiseman: "The Honeymoon"
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