The Brilliant Mr. Feynman (Update)
This episode explores the life and legacy of physicist Richard Feynman, focusing on his postwar emotional turmoil, his transformative years at Caltech, and his complex persona as a brilliant scientist, charismatic teacher, and controversial figure with deep contradictions.
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