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The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution

Richard Dawkins

About the Program

Richard Dawkins talks about the evidence that supports the theory of evolution and argues that denying evolution today is comparable to denying the Holocaust.  Professor Dawkins spoke at the New York Academy of Sciences.  Includes audience Q&A. 

About the Authors

Richard Dawkins

Richard Dawkins is the Charles Simonyi Professor of the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford University. He is the author of many books, including "The Selfish Gene" and "The God Delusion."  For more on Professor Dawkins and his work, visit www.richarddawkins.net.


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The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution

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Past Airings

  • Sunday, December 13th at 5am (ET)
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