December 4, 2004: Terrorism & Nanotechnology - Dr. Bart Kosko
Podcast: The Art Bell ArchivePublished On: Wed Oct 08 2025
Description: Art Bell welcomes Professor Bart Kosko, electrical engineer at the University of Southern California, to discuss whether the threat of terrorism has been grossly overestimated. Kosko argues that three years without a major attack on U.S. soil represents significant negative evidence, and that resources diverted to counterterrorism may be disproportionate to the actual risk, especially as the falling dollar poses a more immediate economic danger.The conversation shifts to nanotechnology and its potential for both creation and destruction. Kosko warns about programmable nano-weapons that could target specific ecosystems or even genetic groups, and introduces the concept of "nano-garbage," the unforeseen environmental consequences of disposing computers laden with exotic nanomaterials. He also raises concerns about stem cell and cloning research restrictions pushing technological advantages to China and other nations without such limitations.Art opens the first hour with observations about unusual ionospheric conditions affecting shortwave radio propagation, reports of mass whale and dolphin strandings in Australia, and warnings from the WHO about a coming flu pandemic linked to bird flu. Callers contribute stories about electrified fences near broadcast towers and a former defense worker who claims involvement in early HAARP development.
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