The Nobel Prizes were born out of redemption

After reading his own obituary—calling him "the merchant of death"—Alfred Nobel rewrote his legacy by establishing the Nobel Prizes to honor those who uplift humanity. Even more than the medal and prize money, they represent global recognition for some of the best things humans can do.  Nobel Prize facts (The Nobel Prize, accessed Oct 10, 2025) Nobel Prize Fast Facts (CNN Editorial Research, Sep 17, 2025) Nobel Prize in chemistry goes to scientist trio for Harry Potter-like work in molecular architecture (Christian Edwards, Katie Hunt, CNN Science, October 8, 2025) 10 facts you didn't know about the Nobel Prize (Lawrence Goodman, Brandeis Now, Dec 6, 2017) 10 Things You Might Not Know About the Nobel Prize (Amanda Green, Mental Floss, Dec 10, 2021) Instagram: @condensedsouppodcast [email protected] *This episode was recorded in a cruise ship cabin.