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Bill Nye the Science Guy arrives to lead scientists and supporters down Constitution Avenue during the March for Science on Saturday in Washington, D.C. The event is being described as a call to support and safeguard the scientific community. Jessica Kourkounis/Getty Images hide caption

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In A New 'Anti-Science' Era, Bill Nye 'Saves The World' With Same Optimism

"The Science Guy" dons his lab coat and bow tie uniform yet again, this time, in a a new political context. In his new Netflix series, Nye tackles climate change deniers and beyond.

Carrie Brownstein performs at Riot Fest on Sept. 2, 2016, in Denver, Colo. Thomas Cooper/Getty Images hide caption

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For Carrie Brownstein, Music Fandom Started At The Record Store

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Henrietta Lacks (Goldsberry) died from cancer at the age of 31, leaving behind four children. Quantrell Colbert/HBO hide caption

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Renée Elise Goldsberry Hopes 'Henrietta Lacks' Movie Will Start Conversations

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Bill Nye the Science Guy arrives to lead scientists and supporters down Constitution Avenue during the March for Science on Saturday in Washington, D.C. The event is being described as a call to support and safeguard the scientific community. Jessica Kourkounis/Getty Images hide caption

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In A New 'Anti-Science' Era, Bill Nye 'Saves The World' With Same Optimism

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