Tiny lizards inspired biologist Thor Hanson to write a book: "Hurricane Lizards and Plastic Squids." I heard him speak in yet another fascinating Alan Alda Clear&Vivid podcast. Hanson’s book, Alda says, is about “the ways plants and animals are responding as we humans are messing with their lives.”
Tag: Alan Alda
Art Inspired This Physician’s “Empathy Project”
Physician and CBS News Correspondent Jon LaPook talks with Alan Alda about physicians and empathy.
Nouns, Adjectives, Mark Twain, and Lightning Bugs
Some thoughtful--perhaps controversial (?)--advice about writing from a best-selling author.
FROM M*A*S*H TO SCIENCE COMMUNICATION WHISPERER: THE VERSATILE AND HUMANE ALAN ALDA
Alan Alda, invariably remembered as Hawkeye Pierce in the TV show M*A*S*H, has had an extraordinarily diverse career. He recently received a very special award. I link to the award presentation video and tell you some of the highlights of this remarkable man's achievements.
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