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 11—Monsters and Humans: Surekha Davies on Science, Society, and Breaking Boundaries
In this episode of Useful Knowledge, host Patrick Spero joins author, historian, and self-proclaimed “monster consultant” Surekha Davies to learn about what she calls “monsterification” in human societies.
