The Origins of Life
Robin Ince and Brian Cox are joined by rationalist comedian and musician Tim Minchin and biologist Adam Rutherford to discuss the science of creation and the origins of life.
Robin Ince and Brian Cox are joined inside the Infinite Monkey Cage by rationalist comedian and musician Tim Minchin, science broadcaster and biologist Adam Rutherford and biochemist Professor Nick Lane to discuss the science of creation and the latest theories about the origins of life.
Producer: Alexandra Feachem
Presenters: Robin Ince and Brian Cox.
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- Mon 5 Dec 201116:30BBC Radio 4
- Tue 6 Dec 201123:00BBC Radio 4
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Brian Cox and Robin Ince host an irreverent look at the world through scientists' eyes.
