Jane Goodall, In Memoriam — What It Means to Be Human

In this episode of On Being, Krista Tippett interviews primatologist Jane Goodall, revisiting their 2020 conversation to explore Goodall's moral and spiritual convictions and her insights into humanity. They discuss Goodall's childhood connection with nature, her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees in Gombe, and her transition to activism after witnessing the threats facing chimpanzees and their habitats. Goodall reflects on the interconnectedness of all living things, the importance of empathy in science, and the role of intellect and compassion in achieving humanity's true potential. She also shares the origins and philosophy of her Roots & Shoots movement, her views on moral and spiritual evolution, and her enduring sense of hope for the future.