About this episode
Dire wolves are back — and dodos may be next. Colossal Biosciences is using cutting-edge genetics to revive extinct animals, from Ice Age predators to ancient birds. But this isn't just about bringing back the past. The same technologies could transform conservation, agriculture, and even human medicine. Colossal's Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro joins us to break down the science, respond to skeptics, and explain what their efforts could mean for the future. Learn more about our guest: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Join us again for our 10-minute daily news roundups every Mon-Fri! Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/NEWSWORTHY and get on your way to being your best self. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHY at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod To advertise on our podcast, please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com