Uploaded February 2018 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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The Royal Society's longest-running President Sir Joseph Banks was an incredible scientist - but he wasn't loved by everyone at the time... More links below ↓↓↓

Featuring Rupert Baker from The Royal Society speaking with Brady.

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