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Kai Bird

Season 6 Episode 9 | 26m 40s

J. Robert Oppenheimer, the physicist behind the atomic bomb, is a divisive figure in American history. Kai Bird provides a compelling account of Oppenheimer’s life, from his New York childhood to his Cold War career, and the moral dilemmas he faced in creating the most destructive weapon in history.

Aired: 02/25/25 | Expires: 03/26/25
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