Chapter
The Evolution of Homo Sapiens
1:08:40 - 1:14:56 (06:15)
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the importance of the combination of individual brains and human's capacity to work together, which has led to the success of Homo sapiens. The speaker also discusses the rapid changes in AI and whether there will be a new Homo species in the future.
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Host, James O'Loghlin explores the future of genetic mutations in relation to advancements in AI development and whether the rapid changes will provide any advantages towards the development of a different homo species.
1:08:40 - 1:11:16 (02:35)
Summary
Host, James O'Loghlin explores the future of genetic mutations in relation to advancements in AI development and whether the rapid changes will provide any advantages towards the development of a different homo species. It is questioned if the effectiveness that humans possess will be the cause of their downfall or if it will lead to their success, and attempts will be made to adapt the primitive brain towards living in a complex modern world.
ChapterThe Evolution of Homo Sapiens
Episode#041 - William Von Hippel - The Social Leap; How We Evolved From Tree Swinging to Human Being
PodcastModern Wisdom
The very trait that allowed humans to thrive and conquer the world, our collective intelligence, could easily be our undoing as a species.
1:11:17 - 1:14:56 (03:39)
Summary
The very trait that allowed humans to thrive and conquer the world, our collective intelligence, could easily be our undoing as a species. This paradox is explored along with the historical and cultural significance of stone throwing and the connection between human attraction to fresh grass and our natural habitat in the plains.