In this episode, Tom Dunlap takes us on a fascinating journey into the world of de-extinction. Exploring the controversial realm of bringing extinct species back to life through genetic material, Tom raises thought-provoking questions about the legal and ethical implications surrounding this cutting-edge science. Tom also touches on biopiracy and bioprospecting, addressing the rights to genetic material from both the original source and the newly created organism. He highlights the significant challenges faced by science, as well as the legal, ethical, and environmental considerations involved in resurrecting extinct species. How would you handle the complexities surrounding a de-extinct creature, such as a woolly mammoth?