The Useful Knowledge podcast is all about big ideas and the people behind them. Each episode features a Member of the American Philosophical Society (APS) or one of the APS's grant and fellowship alumni, all sharing the significance and impact of their work across diverse fields. Join host Patrick Spero, CEO of the APS, in conversation with guests on topics spanning science, history, the arts, and beyond, and see how knowledge of any kind can spark curiosity, solve problems, and enrich the world.
Featured Episode
Episode Eight– (Emily Sperou) Chasing an Apex Predator: Leopard Seals and Antarctic Survival
In this episode of Useful Knowledge, ecobiologist Dr. Emily Sperou discusses her experience studying one of the most elusive apex predators on the planet—leopard seals.
