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March 5, 2021 19 mins

This episode of Through the Lens is dedicated to one man and his lens. Together Dan and Kelley explore the life and work of Augustin Jean Fresnel and the lens that sits in the top of all lighthouses. From his French Revolution Jansenism Catholic upbringing to making functional weapons before age 10, and his development of a lens that sort of kind of already existed; you don't want to miss this episode! Plus you'll learn how Broadway and optical science come together. Also, did you hear the story about the briefcase in Pulp Fiction? Sit back and enjoy this action packed episode of Through the Lens!

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