Interview with Wolfgang Warsch

The former Austrian molecular biologist explains how a boring childhood was an advantage, why he switched careers and how designing board games is like basic research

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July 8, 2021

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Interview with Wolfgang Warsch, former molecular biologist turned board game designer

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