Science is exciting when it admits uncertainty

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A report about changing sunlight measurements reminds Dr. Dave of attending a university presentation with one of his sons. He found it exciting that the researchers openly described what they did not know and how quickly their understanding could change, then draws a personal lesson about common sense, enjoying life and doing good to others.

1:53 · Philosophy

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Proposed recording date: 2005-05-07. The exact broadcast date may differ.

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