Episode Details
Back to Episodes
If you're afraid of Genetically Modified Food, you'll really be afraid of Genetically Modified Humans
Published 11 years, 4 months ago
Description
During the recent Ebola scare, we were often reminded of the dozens of science fiction thrillers that set the stage for our fears. From the Andromeda Strain, to World War Z, The Stand and The Hot Zone, to name just a few.
Today, the cutting edge of genetic manipulation, often provides the basis for similar fears. The brave new world of Bioengineering, plays upon our most primal instincts of what makes us human.
Jamie Metzl a former member of the National Security Council, has added his new thriller to this long tradition. Set against the worlds of politics, finance and religion, Genesis Code, takes its place in fuelling our paranoia.
My conversation with Jamie Metzl:
Today, the cutting edge of genetic manipulation, often provides the basis for similar fears. The brave new world of Bioengineering, plays upon our most primal instincts of what makes us human.
Jamie Metzl a former member of the National Security Council, has added his new thriller to this long tradition. Set against the worlds of politics, finance and religion, Genesis Code, takes its place in fuelling our paranoia.
My conversation with Jamie Metzl: