Bill Nye Explains Selective Breeding and GMOs

A fan asks Bill Nye what the difference is between selective breeding and genetically modifying an organism. Watch Bill explain the differences to Chuck Nice, referencing GMO corn, hybridization, viruses and galls on trees, and George Washington’s use of tweezers and a magnifying glass. As Bill tells it, he used to see the line between the two as more distinct than he does now, thanks to a recent study about sweet potatoes. Plus, you’ll find out something about Bill Nye’s own personal genetic ancestry you might not know. This “Behind the Scenes“ video was shot during the recording of our episode, “ Cosmic Queries: GMOs with Bill Nye (Part 1).“ If you'd like to listen to the full podcast, click here: Support us on Patreon: Subscribe to StarTalk: Follow StarTalk: Twitter: Facebook: Instagram: About StarTalk: Science meets pop culture on StarTalk! Astrophysicist & Hayden Planetarium director Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities & scientists discuss astronomy, physics, and everything else about life in the universe. Keep Looking Up! #StarTalk #BillNye