Providing a balanced look at a highly contentious issue, this program takes viewers inside the scientific, religious, and philosophical debate over embryonic stem cell research. Divergent opinions and perspectives are presented by respected researchers, thinkers, and stakeholders-including renowned Australian geneticist Dr. Alan Trounson; Father Norman Ford, a prominent ethics commentator and opponent of embryonic stem cell research; and patients with life-threatening medical conditions that stem cell innovations could potentially treat or cure. Each speaker identifies core principles and calmly articulates the reasons for his or her views.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Films Media Group on Aug. 19, 2009. Title from distributor's description.

Controversy Over Stem Cell Research (4:17) -- What Is an Embryo? (2:21) -- Therapeutic Cloning: Exploration of Complex Diseases (4:03) -- Controversy Over Therapeutic Cloning (2:20) -- Reproductive Cloning (3:19) -- Medical Benefits of Research (2:27).