Chapter
The Future Evolution of Earth's Species
09:13 - 17:29 (08:15)
The idea of the future evolution of Earth's species is explored, with some postulating that mankind may create a rapidly-evolving amendment to the genome and thus an ascendant species, while others suggest it is dangerous to look at other animals' behavior through our narrow human lens.
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The brain dedicates a large amount of energy and brain space to the ability to differentiate between individuals, which is the foundation of our social capability.
09:13 - 12:43 (03:30)
Neuroscience
Summary
The brain dedicates a large amount of energy and brain space to the ability to differentiate between individuals, which is the foundation of our social capability.
ChapterThe Future Evolution of Earth's Species
Episode#085 - Professor Nicholas Christakis - How Evolution Shaped Our Societies
PodcastModern Wisdom
Adrian Tchaikovsky discusses the concept of a future civilization rapidly evolving the genome of primates, leading them to become highly ascended beings over time.
12:43 - 17:29 (04:45)
Evolution
Summary
Adrian Tchaikovsky discusses the concept of a future civilization rapidly evolving the genome of primates, leading them to become highly ascended beings over time. He also touches on the idea that younger planets may not have the mineral makeup necessary for technological advancement.