Life's Edge

In "Life's Edge," acclaimed science writer Carl Zimmer delves into one of humanity's fundamental questions: What is life? Through an exploration of various living entities—from protocells to pandemic viruses—Zimmer highlights the complexities and ambiguities in defining life. He investigates how such definitions impact societal debates on topics like personhood and death, while also presenting remarkable scientific experiments aimed at recreating life. With captivating anecdotes and insightful research, Zimmer invites listeners on a journey through the strange and often perplexing nature of living systems.