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DOUGLAS ADAMS: Parrots, the Universe and Everything
University of California Television (UCTV) · May 22, 2008 · 1h 27m
What this video covers
Douglas Adams gives a talk at UCSB, recorded shortly before his death, about the odd lives of animals and what they suggest about humanity's future. It draws on his Last Chance to See work and is funny and wide-ranging.
Why it surfaced in Hacker News
Adams fans repeatedly call it one of his best talks, a funny and moving look at extinction and the environment.
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Recommendation context
Short excerpts from positive mentions. Open the source to read the full Hacker News discussion.
“one of his most wonderful talks”
“Watch the whole thing. You will thank me later.”
“you absolutely have to watch this hour-long presentation he gave at UC Santa Barbara in 2001”