Hence The Future

Ep. 25 - The Future of Gene Editing

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CRISPR and The Future of Mankind 🧬

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin dive into what Bill Gates calls "the most important public debate we haven't been having widely enough."

Gene editing technology has the potential to cure heritable diseases, immunize mosquitoes to malaria, bring back the dinosaurs, create designer babies, and push the limits of human cognition and physical prowess; however, the potential downsides could be catastrophic... 

Questions Asked & Answered:

  • How does gene editing work?
  • What are the potential upsides?
  • What are the potential downsides?
  • How has gene editing been used so far?
  • What causes certain traits to express themselves?
  • Will genetic engineering lead to greater social inequality?
  • Should cloning be allowed?
  • Should dinosaurs be brought back? 
  • Where should we draw the line between therapy vs. enhancement?
  • How fast is gene editing progressing in the US and China?
  • Might gene editing cause unintended consequences?
  • What can we learn from the horrific story of the bulls Chance and Second Chance about clones, souls, and nature vs. nurture?
  • Might Universal Healthcare one day include gene therapy?
  • What would a post-gene-editing society look like? 

    • Future Scenarios:

    • What is the worst case future scenario?
    • What is the best case future scenario?
    • What is the most likely future scenario?

      • Enjoy! 🦖

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