531. The Colossal Impact: How De-extinction Became Possible with Ben Lamm

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Doro and Tricia are excited to have Ben Lamm, CEO at Colossal Biosciences, to talk about his work in the field of conservation. Colossal's vision is to "make extinction a thing of the past," an ongoing effort with considerable progress. Colossal scientists recently ushered the birth of three dire wolf pups, a species that went extinct about 10,000 years ago. Ben talks about how the concept of de-extinction went from an idea to fruition, touching on the challenges and achievements it presents. He highlights different efforts and approaches to conservation, particularly as technology and human capability advance. Ben encourages listeners to think about their relationship with the environment, and how humans can preserve and protect it.