The dawn of the designer baby – podcast
Jenny Kleeman's podcast explores Cathy Tie, a controversial entrepreneur known as 'Biotech Barbie,' who aims to revolutionize human reproduction using CRISPR to edit embryos. Tie's mission seeks to eliminate the randomness of genetics, empowering parents with control over their children's traits. However, the implications of her project raise significant ethical questions.
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Published 28 Jun 2026, 15:00 UTC · Updated 28 Jun 2026, 15:30 UTC
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