5.31.14 Full Show – Going Global

We're taking a global look at our problems — and potential solutions. From the environment to emerging technologies, Pulitzer-prize winner Jared Diamond explains which global threats we'll need to tackle in order to survive. Then, Amanda Ripley, an investigative journalist for Time, shares what she learned from her world travels about education more successful — and innovative — graduates. Plus, materials scientist Mark Miodownik looks at why all our “stuff” actually matters.

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