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Owning the Clouds

Owning the Clouds

The science of controlling the weather (or trying to).

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April 28, 201710m 31s

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Show Notes

Humans have always been interested in controlling the weather. In the past we used raindances and sacrifices; today we turn to science. Cloud seeding is practiced all over the world, but there's still a lot we don't know about it. Delve into the surprising history, the controversial present, and the uncertain future of cloud seeding.