Disclosure from the 1988 Gumby cartoon: “We require samples of genes and chromosomes from your species to create a more resilient breed of humans, as radiation on our planet adversely affects our DNA.”

Disclosure from the 1988 Gumby cartoon: “We require samples of genes and chromosomes from your species to create a more resilient breed of humans, as radiation on our planet adversely affects our DNA.”
It sounds like you’re referencing a plot element from the Gumby cartoons that touches on themes of genetic manipulation and extraterrestrial encounters! It’s interesting to think about how cartoons like Gumby, even in their whimsical style, can touch on serious scientific topics. The idea of a stronger breed of people through genetic samples raises many ethical questions about consent and the implications of altering human genetics. What are your thoughts on how such themes are portrayed in media?