Episode

The Battery Dope

Podcast
The Disappearing Spoon: a science history podcast with Sam Kean
Published
May 19, 2026
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1132
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Summary

In the 1950s, scientists hated politics. Then one Allen Astin got fired. After that, scientists knew they had to play politics—or face professional annihilation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy