A Glorious Accident
A 750-minute documentary series features interviews with six prominent scientists and philosophers discussing knowledge and understanding at the end of the 20th century.
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A 750-minute documentary series features interviews with six prominent scientists and philosophers discussing knowledge and understanding at the end of the 20th century.
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Wim Kayzer hosts a series of interviews with six leading scientists and philosophers in the Netherlands. The documentary, "A Glorious Accident," features discussions with Daniel Dennett, Freeman Dyson, and Stephen Jay Gould, among others. Each participant shares insights on topics such as consciousness and memory. The series culminates in a roundtable discussion, where the guests engage in a dialogue about the contributions of science at the end of the 20th century. Released in 1993, the series spans over 15 hours and broke viewing records in the Netherlands.
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Who hosted the documentary A Glorious Accident?
Wim Kayzer, a Dutch television producer, hosted the documentary.
How long is the documentary A Glorious Accident?
A Glorious Accident has a total duration of 750 minutes.
Which prominent scientist is credited with the phrase 'glorious accident'?
The phrase 'glorious accident' is attributed to Stephen Jay Gould.
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