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Monday, July 14, 2003 at 11:00 AM EDT

Our Own Devices

The evolution of body technology. From footwear to keyboards, Edward Tenner takes an anthropological look at intended and unintended consequences of technological advancement. At where the treadmill of progress taken us in the 21st century — and where it will take us next.

Guests:

Edward Tenner, author, “Our Own Devices: The Past and Future of Body Technology”

Sandy Pentland, director, MIT Media Lab’s Human Design research group

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